Simple Birthday Decorating: 75 Creative and Economical Ideas

Your birthday is coming up and your wallet is a little empty, but you still don't want to let this date pass you by? Then check out this article that brings together dozens of amazing and tasteful ideas for simple birthday decorations that fit your budget!

Making use of recycled materials, as well as other items that are easily found in stationery stores for a very low price, all decoration suggestions require, above all, a lot of creativity! From the decorative panel to the cake table, flower arrangements, balloon arches, paper rosettes and small ornaments, see below how to create a low cost party that will be a total success!Let's go?

1. little flags

The little flags are great ornaments to complement the decoration of the decorative panel, as well as the skirt of the cake table. Make the ornament with different materials, such as newspaper, colored paper, or even fabric.

2. flower arrangements

The flower arrangements add charm to the composition of the anniversary, and add more color to the environment. Bet on real flowers to provide pleasant aromas to the space, but you can also decorate with artificial ones.

3. personalized Bottles

Personalize the little bottles or the plastic party cups with colorful satin ribbons, spray paint, or appliqués, such as beads or pearls, and add even more personality to your birthday decoration!

4. paper rosettes

Besides being very practical to make, paper rosettes will provide more color to your panel. For the production, all you need is cardboard, scissors, white or double-sided glue, ruler and pencil!

5. little hat

How about making the traditional birthday party hat yourself using satin ribbons and cardstock paper? You can use the item or even add to the decoration of the place!

6. crepe paper curtain

Create an amazing and charming decorative panel with a curtain made of crepe paper strips of various colors. As with the hats and all the other decorations, always harmonize with the theme of the event.

7. tulle table skirt

Is the table not very pretty or doesn't fit in with the space? Create a tulle table skirt that is super easy to make, is economical, and enhances the decor with elegance, lightness, and a lot of beauty!

8. fabric table skirt

Or, in addition to tulle, you can take that beautiful fabric you have stored in the closet and turn it into a beautiful table skirt. Complement the piece with some small appliqués, such as pearls or even paper rosettes.

9. crepe paper flowers

Crepe paper flowers can be used in many ways to decorate a simple birthday party, and can be made in various sizes and colors. The result is an even more beautifully decorated space.

10. paper flowers

The paper flowers, which can be made in different shapes, are perfect to complement a decorative panel with charm, color, and, of course, a lot of beauty! The option is perfect to enhance simple birthday parties.

11. tissue paper flowers

Just like crepe paper flowers, you can also make this decorative item with tissue paper, which provides an even more delicate and feminine look. Make use of different shades in harmony to compose the flower arrangement.

12. paper ties

Ties made with colored paper are great alternatives for simple birthday decorations for men. They can be placed on the wall, on the cake table, or on the party's own candies.

13. pompom

The pompom, besides being easy to produce and not requiring a lot of materials, is ideal for lending more color to the party's composition. The element can be made with crepe paper, satin ribbons, or even fabric scraps.

14. wool pompom

Another way to make a pom-pom is the traditional model made with wool. You can create a chain with this cute and graceful item to decorate the cake table or the panel of your birthday party.

15. deconstructed balloon arch

Balloons are indispensable when decorating a birthday party, whether it is a simple or luxurious party. Get your friends together and inflate several colorful balloons of different sizes to form a beautiful arch and enhance the decoration of the place.

16. paper butterfly

Just like paper ties, butterflies are an economical, practical, and easy-to-make alternative to enhance the arrangement of a children's or girls' party. Look for ready-made molds to make the item.

17. decorative pictures

If you are not very skilled at drawing or collage, print out some ready-made templates to make up the pictures.

18. flasher

Rescue the little Christmas lights and use them to complement the composition of your party! Depending on how many you have at home, it's worth making a curtain with lights for a super-charming and glamorous event, or hanging them from the table skirt.

19. photo clothesline

Gather the best pictures of you and the guests at your party and create a small clothesline with these images. Put it in a place where people can look at it and reminisce about old times.

20. beehives

Made with crepe paper, the amazing beehives are very easy to make and the materials needed to produce this ornament are inexpensive on the market. Create them in various sizes and colors!

21. colored ribbons

Do you know those pieces of ribbons, fabrics, and lace left over from something you have made? How about using them to create a beautiful curtain of various colors and textures that will give more liveliness to your decoration? The result will be beautiful!

22. wind vane

Windchimes made from paper and barbecue sticks are a simple, beautiful, and inexpensive children's party decoration option. What's more, you can create the element in various colors and sizes.

23. decorative glass bottles

Being a sustainable option and, at the same time, being able to bring elegance to the space, decorative glass bottles can serve as centerpieces and souvenirs for guests.

24. balloon within a balloon

Contrary to popular belief, putting small balloons inside a large transparent balloon is quite easy and the result is amazing, even more so if you use bladders of various colors. Include some embellishments on the string!

25. decorative cups with enamel

Nail polish is great for decorating glass cups and glasses, as well as the simpler plastic ones. Opt for one that contains a lot of glitter or a more vibrant color to highlight the item and complement the table.

26. confetti

Make use of confetti for your birthday party table decoration. You can buy it ready-made in a store, or you can use dried leaves and pierce them with a punch, thus being a sustainable alternative.

27. toys

Does your child want a cartoon or movie to be the theme of his or her birthday party? Then decorate the space and cake table with toys that represent the chosen theme and add more personality to the event!

28. paper ball curtain

As a simple and inexpensive birthday decoration option, the paper ball curtain can be made with cardboard or any other thicker paper. Create a colorful and harmonious composition.

29. chain of cupcakes

Use the leftover cupcake or cupcake liners to create a beautiful and colorful chain to decorate the cake table or the decorative panel of your birthday party!

30. balloon ceiling

Whether for a children's party, a girl's party, or a man's party, balloons are essential items when it comes to decorating the environment for the celebration.

31. little flag with name

Add the birthday boy's name to the flags to make the party even more complete! You can use a thicker pen or paper that contrasts with the flags to make the name.

32. decoration for straws

As well as using colored paper, you can also create little bow ties made of satin ribbon to decorate the item.

33. marker-painted balloon

Custom balloons can be quite expensive, and to get away from these high prices, you can customize them yourself the way you want according to your birthday theme with colored pens.

34. small crepe paper flowers

Just like the personalized balloons, the flowers may cost more, and to give the charm that only flowers provide, make them out of crepe paper and decorate the party table.

35. blackboard

Use a chalkboard to welcome the guests, as well as announce the theme of the party, or just insert the birthday boy's name and new age. In addition, you can use it for your friends to leave a little note.

36. string art

This craft technique can also be used to compose the arrangement of a simple birthday party as it requires low-cost materials. Decorate the table or the panel of the event with a string art made by you!

37. folding

Folding decorates any party with any theme, all you need is to be creative and have a little patience to make them. Use paper boats to serve as holders for candies, candies and other goodies!

38. market crates

You can even paint the boxes to add more color.

39. tricotin

Knitting is a craft method often used for decorating children's rooms, but that doesn't stop you from using it for birthday parties! Besides forming designs, you can make letters or numbers with this beautiful technique.

40. dried flowers and leaves

Gather leaves and dried flowers from your garden and decorate the table or around the place to acquire a more natural and beautiful atmosphere. Just be careful not to use those that have a bad smell!

41. cupcake holder

Indispensable when it comes to organizing the candies and snacks, the support can be made at home and in a very economical and simple way, all you need are cups, plates, and hot glue! Finish it with spray paint to complete the piece with whimsy!

42. balloon panel

Another easy and economical option is to form a panel with just balloons. To do this, use double-sided tape to stick it to the wall and fix it well so it doesn't come loose during your party. You can also form drawings and shapes using various colors.

43 Portrait holder

Choose the best and most memorable moments of your life to decorate the main table, as well as a nice picture frame.

44. paper chain

In addition to newspaper, you can make paper chains with cardboard in various colors and textures.

45. cupcake liners

In case you don't want to buy the cupcake trays, you can make a cupcake tin yourself, using only paper and scissors. The item is ideal for a simple and very charming birthday decoration.

46. luminaires

You certainly have or know someone who has a LED light fixture at home. The piece is lately often found in simple party decorations where it gives a more modern and beautiful look to the cake table.

47. paper star chain

In addition to star chains made with colored paper, you can make hearts, ice cream, clouds, sunshine, or numbers, just create something that has to do with the theme you have chosen to compose your birthday party.

48. balloon with tulle

Fill the balloon and cover it with a piece of tulle and finish it off with a satin ribbon, and you have a simple, yet elegant and charming element to enhance the arrangement of your event venue.

49. frames

For a simple yet chic party, use picture frames of various sizes to complement your decorative panel. Paint them with the help of spray paint and finish with flowers or other appliqués.

50. pallet panel

Pallet panels have been great protagonists in birthday parties. Being available at low prices, the element provides balance in a simple and colorful decoration through its natural tone.

51. carpet

Enhance your birthday party venue, whether male or female, with a rug that you have in your home to provide a cozier and more comfortable feel to the room, as well as a sense of well-being.

52. furniture

Use your own furniture, such as a side table or small cabinets, or even those with a more retro feel from your grandmother to serve as a support for the cake and sweets.

53. glass jars

You can use them as vases for flower arrangements and place them on the guests' table, or fill them with candies and decorate the main table.

54. dream filter

Make at home several dream filters with different sizes and colors to create a beautiful and amazing panel for your event! This decoration can compose a simple children's party with a more chic touch.

55. banners

As well as dream filters, you can also create delicate and beautiful streamers inspired by the theme of your birthday party to enhance the arrangement of the place with charm and lots of color.

56 - Posters and signs

Posters and signs are a way to make the event even more fun! Select slogans, as well as some very cliché phrases or song excerpts to compose the items and distribute them to the guests.

57. cake topper

Just like for the cupcakes, you can also create a topper to enhance your birthday party cake. Use barbecue sticks, colored paper, small appliqués and, of course, lots of creativity!

58. cupcake topper

Create little plaques to decorate the candies on the table. A more carefree idea is to make the item with the birthday boy's face and make a little birthday hat out of colored paper. It will look super fun!

59. serpentine

Very often used at Carnaval, the serpentine can also decorate a birthday party.

60. fake cake

The fake cake is an alternative for those who want to decorate the table and spend little. It can be made with Styrofoam, cardboard, fabric, EVA, among many other materials, and will make the place look more beautiful and colorful.

60. bamboozle

Buy a hula hoop and wrap it around with a thicker satin ribbon or fabric, then attach some balloons or create paper flowers to attach to the item, and you have a beautiful element to decorate your wall.

62. balloon with confetti

Insert several confetti of different colors and sizes inside a transparent balloon! Besides the traditional round shape, you can even cut it to form hearts that will make the composition more delicate and feminine.

63. balloon butterfly

Ideal for children's birthdays, balloon butterflies are very quick and practical to produce, and can also be made in various sizes and colors. Create small details using a marker.

64. glitter balloon

Once the balloon is filled with white glue, then dip it in a container filled with glitter, glitter and sequins. The item will give a more elegant look to the composition of the space.

65. circular paper fan

You can use colored paper or crepe paper, the circular fan is a rosette in half. Like the picture, make an arrangement with two or more colors that harmonize with each other to give the place even more liveliness and relaxation.

66. bottles

Beer bottles are perfect options for decorating any birthday party, even more so when the theme is something related to the bar. Use the bottles as flower vases and decorate the guests' table!

67. balls of string

Make balls of string to hang around the space where the birthday party will take place. Make the decorative item in various sizes and colors to make the composition very colorful and fun!

68. panel with bladder

Long bladders, also called straws, can serve many purposes in decorating a room, such as creating a panel of different lengths. Twist them a bit to get a zigzag look.

69. painted cutlery

How about giving more color to plastic cutlery? Colorize the fork, knife and spoon with the help of a brush and a specific paint for this material. Do not paint the part that will come in contact with the mouth.

70. tablecloth

Choose a tablecloth wisely, and give preference to plain models so that you can later decorate the space with colorful balloons and other more vibrant items. If you don't have a pretty tablecloth, substitute it with a TNT.

71. glitter cup

To make it stick even more and not have the problem of getting glitter all over your hand, put a layer of white glue on top.

72. tulle pom-poms

Can be made in very small or very large sizes, the tulle pom-poms will complement women's and children's birthday party decorations with charm and a lot of grace. Bet on pastel shades to make the delicate item!

73. candles

Select candlesticks and holders that harmonize with the rest of the arrangement, and be careful not to place them near flowers, balloons, or papers.

74. signs

The signs can be made with cardboard boxes, fabrics, crepe paper flowers, glitter, and appliqués, among other materials.

75. wall of dishes

Get those inexpensive cardboard plates to decorate the wall of your space! Paint them in various colors with spray paint and, when they are dry, make some collages that refer to your birthday theme.

Sensational and very authentic ideas! Select the inspirations you like the most and start planning and executing your birthday party! Invite your best friends and family to help you produce the decorative elements to compose the cake table, panel and the rest of the place. Remember: simple is not synonymous with dull. Also check out ideas to have a beautiful cakedecorated at your party!