Throwing a birthday party is always a blast, but it’s those little take-home favors that leave a lasting impression. Here are some fun and creative DIY favor ideas that will make your guests smile long after the party is over.
1. Mini Mason Jar Treats
Fill mini mason jars with colorful candies or homemade treats, and top them off with a personalized thank you tag. For more inspiration, check out these creative mason jar party favors. I once filled jars with homemade cookies, and guests raved about the cute and tasty surprise!
Try these:
- Mini Mason Jars with Lids: Create delightful party favors with these charming mini mason jars, perfect for treats and gifts.
- Colorful Candy Mix: Fill jars with this vibrant candy mix to add a touch of sweetness to your favors.
- Personalized Thank You Tags: Add a personal touch with these customizable thank you tags that charm your guests.
2. DIY Seed Packets
Create packets of seeds with instructions for planting, perfect for a nature-themed party. It’s a lovely project, similar to these other DIY baby shower favor ideas. I once included wildflower seeds, and friends loved watching them bloom throughout the year.
You might like:
- Kraft Paper Seed Envelopes: Add a rustic touch to your party favors with these charming kraft paper seed envelopes.
- Twine String Roll: Secure your seed packets stylishly with this durable and natural-looking twine string roll.
- Wildflower Seed Variety Pack: Delight your guests with a variety pack of wildflower seeds for easy and colorful planting.
3. Rustic Burlap Sacks
Use small burlap bags for a rustic look, filled with little treasures or sweets. I once hosted a farm-themed party, and these were the perfect handmade birthday craft!
A few suggestions:
- Small Burlap Gift Bags: Enhance your rustic theme with charming burlap bags. Perfect for gifts or party favors!
- Assorted Candy Pack: Fill your burlap bags with delightful assorted candies. A sweet surprise for everyone!
- Dried Lavender Bundles: Add a touch of elegance to your party favors with fragrant dried lavender bundles.
4. Personalized Candy Bags
Fill clear bags with your favorite candies and tie them with decorative ribbons for a sweet touch. Personalizing each bag with guests’ names is an extra step that makes everyone feel special.
Check these products out:
- Clear Cellophane Bags with Ties: Create charming candy bags with these clear cellophane bags, perfect for an elegant presentation.
- Pastel Candy Mix: Enhance your favors with a delightful pastel candy mix, pleasing to both eyes and taste buds.
- Decorative Ribbon Set: Add a decorative touch to your candy bags with a vibrant set of assorted ribbons.
5. Miniature Toy Gifts
Add small toys or trinkets to your favor setup for a playful surprise. If you’d rather make something yourself, try one of these handmade birthday gift ideas. Kids at my parties always light up when they find a tiny toy hidden among their treats.
These products might help:
- Assorted Mini Wooden Toy Cars: Delight kids with charming mini wooden cars perfect for party favors and endless playtime fun.
- Tiny Animal Figures Set: Add excitement with adorable miniature animal figures that spark imaginative play and joy.
- Small Puzzle Cube Keychains: Engage young minds with mini puzzle cubes, perfect for curious kids and on-the-go entertainment.
6. Decorative Gift Boxes
Use beautifully decorated gift boxes to hold a variety of little gifts or sweets. They can also complement your other DIY birthday decorations. A friend once told me that unwrapping each layer felt like an extra gift itself!
Useful items to consider:
- Elegant Cardboard Gift Boxes with Lids: Enhance your presents with these stylish boxes, perfect for adding a touch of sophistication.
- Satin Ribbon Rolls: Add a beautiful finishing touch with satin ribbons in a variety of vibrant colors.
- Decorative Dried Flowers: Incorporate natural elegance with dried flowers, perfect for personalizing and complementing your gift boxes.
7. DIY Craft Kits
Put together simple DIY craft kits with paper, glue, and decorations for a creative gift. I love seeing the kids’ imaginations come to life with these hands-on favors.
Give these a look:
- Colored Craft Paper Set: Inspire creativity with assorted colored paper, perfect for collage and crafting fun at parties.
- Glue Stick Pack: Keep projects together with easy-to-use glue sticks, ideal for young crafters.
- Decorative Craft Beads: Add a sparkling touch with a variety of colorful beads, enhancing every crafting project.
8. Personalized Candles
Craft small personalized candles using simple molds and scents; it’s one of many charming DIY baby shower favors you can make. These were a hit at my last cozy winter gathering, adding warmth and a personal touch.
Explore these options:
- Candle Making Kit: Create unique candles effortlessly with this complete kit. Perfect for personalized party favors.
- Candle Scent Set: Enhance your candles with a variety of fragrances for a truly personalized touch.
- Glass Candle Jars with Lids: Store your homemade candles in these chic jars for a stylish and professional presentation.
9. Custom Labels for a Personal Touch
Create custom labels for any favor to match your party theme or share a special message. Much like making a DIY birthday banner, this is one of my go-to tricks for adding a personal touch without much fuss.
Possibly helpful picks:
- Printable Blank Label Sheets: Create personalized labels effortlessly with these blank sheets. Perfect for any party theme.
- Eco-Friendly Glass Jars: Package your DIY bath salts in style with these eco-friendly and reusable glass jars.
- Natural Twine String: Add a rustic touch to your party favors with this durable and versatile natural twine.
10. Colorful Snack Cups
Use brightly colored cups to hold a mix of snacks or small gifts, perfect for a vibrant party theme. For more hands-on activities, explore these fun birthday party crafts. I love how simple yet effective this idea is to add a pop of color to any celebration.
A few helpful options:
- Brightly Colored Paper Cups: Add vibrancy to your party using these colorful paper cups for snacks or small gifts.
- Assorted Colorful Ribbons: Enhance your snack cups with these colorful ribbons for a delightful and festive touch.
- Mixed Nuts and Candy Packs: Create diverse snack mixes with these assorted nuts and candy packs for party treat cups.
11. Decorative Bookmarks
Create decorative bookmarks with ribbons and charms for the book lovers in your life. I crafted some with pressed flowers last year, and they were a huge hit! For more inspiration, explore these other handmade birthday craft ideas.
May just do the trick:
- Pressed Flower Bookmark Kit: Create stunning bookmarks with pressed flowers, perfect for adding a personal touch to your gifts.
- Assorted Craft Ribbons: Enhance your bookmarks with beautiful ribbons, making each one unique and delightful for book lovers.
- Charm and Pendant Set: Add charming pendants to your bookmarks for an extra special and personalized gift.
12. Mix and Match Surprise Boxes
Create mix and match boxes with assorted small surprises inside. This is a favorite at my parties because it adds an element of excitement and discovery.
Items that may come in handy:
- Small Wooden Boxes with Lids: Organize your surprises with these charming wooden boxes for a delightful party presentation.
- Assorted Craft Beads: Inspire creativity with colorful craft beads, perfect for a mix and match surprise.
- Mini Dried Flowers: Add a natural and elegant touch with delightful mini dried flowers in each surprise box.
13. Homemade Bath Bombs
Create your own bath bombs in fun shapes and scents for a luxurious take-home gift. Similar to other DIY baby shower favor ideas, this craft is both personal and memorable. I had a blast making these with my nieces, and they loved picking their favorite scents.
Possibly handy products:
- Bath Bomb Molds: Create perfectly shaped bath bombs with these easy-to-use and durable molds.
- Essential Oils Set: Enhance your bath bombs with a variety of delightful scents using this essential oils set.
- Natural Dried Flowers: Add a touch of elegance and fragrance to your bath bombs with these dried floral petals.
14. DIY Lip Balm
Make your own lip balm with natural ingredients and package them in cute tins. They’re always a great favor, and this project is just one of many creative baby shower favors you can DIY. Fun flavors like mint or vanilla make them extra special.
These products might be useful:
- Lip Balm Tin Containers: Store your homemade lip balm in stylish tins that add charm to your party favors. Perfectly portable!
- Natural Lip Balm Base: Craft soothing lip balm effortlessly with this all-natural base. Ideal for customizing your own scents.
- Essential Oils Set: Transform your lip balm with delightful scents using this versatile set of essential oils.
15. Custom Puzzle Favors
Design a simple puzzle with a picture or message that guests can assemble at home. This one is a great conversation starter and keeps the party spirit alive long after it ends.
You might give these a try:
- Blank DIY Puzzle Kits: Create personalized puzzles effortlessly. Perfect for artistic touches or custom messages to delight guests.
- Puzzle Display Frames: Showcase completed puzzles in style, turning your creations into wall art. Perfect for lasting memories.
- Customizable Puzzle Boxes: Enhance your DIY puzzles with personalized boxes. Ideal for gifting and keeping pieces organized.
16. Hand-Painted Magnets
Paint small magnets with unique designs or themes related to your party. This is a fun and easy craft, perfect for an arts and crafts birthday party, that adds a personal touch to any fridge.
A few things you might like:
- Blank Craft Magnets: Start your magnet painting project with these blank canvases. Perfect for creating customized gifts.
- Acrylic Paint Set: Unleash your creativity with this vibrant acrylic paint set. Ideal for DIY magnet projects.
- Fine Detail Paint Brushes: Achieve intricate designs with precision using these fine detail brushes. Enhance your crafting experience.
17. Photo Booth Memory Books
Compile small photo books with snapshots from a DIY photo booth during the party. A great photo booth starts with fun props and backdrops, which ties into other DIY birthday decoration ideas. Guests get a keepsake that captures the fun moments, and it’s always a crowd favorite!
Some handy options:
- Instant Photo Printer: Print snapshots instantly and easily with a compact instant photo printer. Capture memories on the spot!
- Scrapbooking Photo Album: Craft personalized memory books with a sturdy, elegant scrapbooking photo album. Preserve your favorite moments beautifully!
- Photo Booth Props: Enhance photo booth fun with a colorful set of props. Create memorable, playful snapshots!
18. Eco-Friendly Plant Gifts
Give each guest a small potted plant or succulent as a green and lasting favor. My friends still talk about the succulents from my last party, which have grown into beautiful reminders of the day.
Consider these options:
- Mini Ceramic Succulent Pots: Enhance your décor with stylish mini ceramic pots, ideal for succulents and small plants.
- Organic Potting Soil for Succulents: Support your succulents’ growth with high-quality organic soil, perfect for healthy plant development.
- Assorted Live Succulent Plants: Gift these beautiful and easy-to-care-for live succulents to impress your guests.
