Whether you’re hosting a backyard braai, beach picnic, pool party or garden get-together, these DIY decor ideas instantly transform your space without blowing your budget. Set the tone from the moment guests arrive. Create a simple arch using PVC pipes or pool noodles, faux palm leaves and bright flowers (real or artificial).
Add fairy lights for evening parties. Big impact, minimal effort. Nothing says summer like citrus.
Fill clear jars or bowls with lemons, limes, oranges or grapefruit. Add water and floating candles for an elegant glowing effect. Use kraft paper or fabric remnants and paint bold summer patterns: waves, tropical leaves, stripes or bright polka dots.
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Kids can even help paint them for a charming, handmade look. Place battery-operated lights inside mason jars or glass bottles. Cluster them on tables or hang them from trees for dreamy twilight ambience.
Hot pink, coral, aqua, yellow, lime – choose a palette and go wild. Balloon garlands instantly turn any space into a party zone, and you can build them with inexpensive garland strips. Freeze flowers, herbs or citrus slices into ice buckets.
They keep drinks cold AND look like something straight off Pinterest. Pick a theme – tropical, bohemian, pool party or coastal. Then create a simple backdrop with paper streamers, a faux grass wall, hanging flowers and a painted sheet.
Add props like sunglasses, giant hats and beach balls. Instant fun! Bright, beautiful, practical – and guests love snacking on them.
Wrap bamboo sticks with jute, tie on faux hibiscus flowers, and insert solar lights at the top. Safe, summery and perfect for evening parties. Cut colourful pool noodles into rings and glue mesh fabric inside the hole.
Float cans or cups in the pool – playful and functional. Paint with tropical colours or patterns and fill with succulents or citronella candles. Perfect for centrepieces, side tables or a snack station.
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