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Graduation Decoration Ideas

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There are SO MANY ways to decorate a graduation party, and whatever you do is going to be right! Sometimes I honestly find it easier to buy some of my decor items than make them…the cost and availability has come so so far. If you’re using the CELEBRATE! graduation free printables as a jumping off point, here are some great products that will go along with the theme marvelously.


I like hanging things from the ceiling so much when I throw parties! And these lanterns with grad hats are too perfect. Tissue poufs are great, but paper lanterns are much more collapsible and reusable.

You’re going to want to pick up some matching napkins for your party! While solid colors work awesome, it’s always neat to have a few that match the party theme!


Cake toppers are a favorite. Why? You can take a pretty plain (and inexpensive) cake and dress it up instantly with a great cake toppers. There are custom toppers available just for the class of 2017 in paper, plastic, and even in lights!

If you want to do the tassel garland and not go through the hassle of making the tassels yourself, you can purchase the tassels pre-made and just restring them yourself!