Mystic Chic: Decorations & Favors
A mystical theme calls to mind fortune tellers on a boardwalk, tarot readings, and the spectacle of discovery. For the party decorations, we used deep jewel tones that are colorful and rich, with yards of fabric in competing patterns.
→ The Kitchn threw a Halloween Party, too. Check it out: A Spooky Colorful Halloween Party
DIY Themed Banner
Just like rooms, parties need a large focal point – a statement piece that makes a huge impact. For this year’s Halloween party, we created a large art banner based on a vintage palmistry board game. It’s pretty easy to do yourself, and here’s how:
→ How to Paint a Large Canvas Wall Mural or Art Banner
The food table was covered with lit (and dripping!) candles, tarot cards, brass accessories, and was covered in towers of books.
DIY CUSTOMIZED PLATES
Thrifted plates were customized with image transfers to create special one-of-a-kind tableware for the party. Read more about the process:
DIY FAVOR BAGS
Each kid received a muslin bag filled with chocolate coins, a fortune telling fish, and fortune cookies. The bags were decorated with easy iron-on transfers using images from the backs of tarot cards and Alexander the Magician, and embellished with some ribbon.
Resources:
- Fortune Telling Fish: Amazon
- Chocolate Gold Coins: Amazon
- Muslin Bags: Uline
- Iron-on Inkjet Transfer Paper: Michaels
- Tablecloth Fabric: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
- Black & White Striped Fabric: Mood Fabrics
Take a look around at all of Maxwell and Ursula’s party elements, and find inspiration, advice, and resources for throwing your own festive get-together this holiday:
- Halloween Party Must-Have: Photobooth & Costumes
- Magical Party Treats: Fortune-Telling Charm Cupcakes & Kiddie Halloween Cocktails
- Fortune Finding Fun: Games & Activities