CREATIVE BALLOON DESIGN

No matter what kind of party you’re planning to throw this summer, you can always do with festive balloons to spruce up your decor. Be it a cactus-themed fiesta or a grown-up pizza party, the creative balloon decorations below will take your party to new heights — literally. No need to bring on the creepy clowns and balloon animals, you can do it all by yourself! Get ready to gather up those craft supplies and take your shindig sky-high with these decor ideas.

1 Gem Balloons: These gorgeous floating gems are just the decorations you need to dazzle your party guests. Whether it’s a bridal shower or a 30th birthday bash, these vibrant gemstone balloons will glam it up.

2 Cactus Balloons: With so many festivals taking place in the desert, it’s no surprise that summer (aka festival season) sees cacti-themed parties popping up left and right. To join in on the festival spirit, pair these cacti balloons with palm fronds and you’ll have a desert oasis party in no time.

3 Cotton Candy Balloons: Who can say no to cotton candy? Add some of the pink fluff to your party decor with these cotton candy balloons for extra sweet vibes. It’s a sure fit for a carnival or dessert-themed celebration.

4 Donut Balloons: Aside from the donut garlands and pool floats, you have to rock donut balloons for a donut party to be legit. Check out some of these other donut party accessories to go all out.

5 Fruit Slice Balloons: These chic fruit slice balloons are surprisingly easy to make, which is always good news! To get the look, decorate foil balloons with tissue paper pieces using spray adhesive.

6 Fruity Balloon Straws: Top those fruity drinks off with appropriately themed fruit straw toppers. You can use mini water balloons to create everything from fruity drink toppers to fruity balloon necklaces for each of your guests to wear.

7 Popsicle Balloons: Every summer party can do with popsicles, including blown-up ones. To really get the party crowd going, make sure to serve actual popsicles!

8 Flower Balloons: Flowers are always a nice way to spruce up a plain-looking space. Liven up your party furnishings with these marbled flower balloons, which you can make out of these Celebrate It Multicolor Marble Balloons ($3). Simply blow each of them up, attach them together like petals in a flower, and it’s as simple as that!

9 Mini Ice Cream Cone Balloon Sticks: These mini ice cream cone balloon sticks aren’t just super adorable party decorations. Hand them out to each one of your friends at the end of the night as fun party favors they’re sure to love.

10 Cacti Balloons: If you’re really digging the look of cactus balloons, use those creative juices to whip up a variety of cacti. Before you know it, you and your party guests will feel like you’ve been teleported into a DIY desert.