7 Rainbow Party Decor Tips

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I like to alternate big party years for my kids. Last year was my little girl Alexandria’s turn. For her theme, I decided on a Rainbow “Sweet Shoppe”. Here are some 7 Rainbow Party Decor Tips and Tricks I picked up while decorating for her party.

Use neutrals to make the rainbow colors pop

Rainbow colors can get overwhelming very quickly. I used black and white neutrals to make the colors pop in the party decor. For the display table, I used my black and white damask photo backdrop and a black and white sign. The clear glass jars let the color in the candy pop, add sparkle, but are neutral.

Reinforce the rainbow look

rainbow party decor tips bags

When possible, arrange your colors in “rainbow order” (Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple) to keep the color palette looking orderly. I did this with the curtains on the backdrop (yes, that’s fleece) and on the table with the goodie bags. I found some cute pinwheels at the dollar store that were also in rainbow order.

Use candy as Decor in Rainbow Party

rainbow party decor candy

I filled a trifle bowl with gumballs and then stuck a bunch of lollipops into them as a fun way to add interest and color to the candy display.

Give height to your table

rairainbow party table

I used some inexpensive hat boxes that were a neutral black to add height and give some variety to the tablescape. It gives some variation in height and is simple enough that it doesn’t distract from the candy and color.

It doesn’t have to be matchy, matchy

rainbow party jellybeans

As a matter of fact, it’s better if it doesn’t match. I used some apothecary jars and other fun display jars that I have, but I also mixed in some fish bowls, a vase, trifle bowls, a cake stand, and Pyrex bowls. Basically, as long as it was glass and had clean lines, it would work.

Try to reuse decor for a Rainbow-themed Party

When decorating for this Rainbow Party Decor, I reused the chandeliers I made for my other little girl’s Mad Hatter Tea Party. Some of the goody bags were also leftover from that party. I also made these cute candy lanterns (lanterns wrapped in cellophane and tied on either side with rainbow ribbon).

paper chandelier

And I made sure that the lanterns could be easily disassembled and stored so they could be used at a future party. I did the same thing for the flags that hung from the ceiling. I try to save and reuse décor whenever I can. Not only does it save money, but it also makes future parties easier.

Use your white – and lots of it

rainbow party popcorn table

Candy is bright on its own. By using a white tablecloth, it allows the bright candy to pop. Don’t make the candy compete with a colorful tablecloth; it will get lost in the shuffle. For our Rainbow Party Decor, on our popcorn/drink table, I again used a white tablecloth and a large white bucket to let the drinks and popcorn items add the color. This keeps your tables’ look clean and bright.

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Angel learned sewing and pattern drafting from her mother. Eventually her love for sewing and pattern design evolved into FleeceFun.com! She continues to learn to better hone her design and sewing skills. Angel has a bachelor’s degree in Film Studies from the University of Utah, with a professional background is in film, television, radio and ad production. Angel currently divides her time between her online sewing and crafting blog www.FleeceFun.com, her ecommerce stores, her two teen girls, two boys, husband and on very good days also manages to get the dishes done.

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