Celebrate Your Grad in Style: DIY Party & Decoration Ideas for a Memorable Graduation
Graduation season is here, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate your grad in style with DIY party and decoration ideas! Whether they’re finishing high school or college, you can make their day unforgettable with custom touches, creative crafts, and handmade gifts.
At Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shop, we have everything you need to get started.
1. Decorate the Cap with Personality
Graduation caps don’t have to be boring. Help your grad stand out with a custom design that shows off their personality.
Try this:
Add glitter letters, rhinestones, or faux flowers. Check out both stores’ Instagram posts to see what we have for 2025 to decorate your cap! (While supplies last)
– Available at our Bonney Lake location
– Available at our Monroe locationUse scrapbook paper in school colors. (shown below)
Write a quote or inside joke with paint pens.
Most schools allow decorated caps – but check first! Our team can help with ideas and supplies to make it easy.
2. Make Bold Signs and Banners
Want to celebrate big? Start with a sign or banner.
Try these fun ideas:
Use foam boards or poster board.
Stick on vinyl letters or stencil a message.
Cut “Class of 2025” with our die-cut machine. FREE to use with materials purchased at our stores. (Related article: How to use our Die-Cut Machine and Die Shapes)
Add stars, grad caps, or school mascots. (We have a lot of die shapes in our Die Cutting Center for you to choose from!)
Display your sign at the party, on the porch, or during the ceremony. These are easy to make and fun to personalize.
3. Plan a DIY Graduation Party
You don’t need to spend a lot to celebrate your grad in style. Add personal details with simple, creative touches.
Try this:
Make centerpieces with balloons, candy, or photos.
Hang a memory wall with pictures from baby to now.
Set up a table with advice cards for the future.
Add themed labels to snacks – like “Honor Rolls” or “Smart Cookies.”
4. Create a Handmade Gift
Make something meaningful. Handmade gifts show thought and care – and we have everything you need to get started.
Ideas include:
Frame their diploma with a custom mat and high-quality materials from our Frame Shop. Our expert framers help you choose the perfect design to match school colors, protect the document, and create a professional, lasting display.
- Craft a themed lei using ribbon in the color of their school. (Watch the how-to video on our Bonney Lake Instagram – click here to view!)
- Paint an unfinished wood box bank in school colors or with a fun theme. It’s a creative, practical gift – perfect for saving toward their next big adventure!
- Decorate a keepsake box for awards and cards. (Watch the how-to video on our YouTube channel – click here to view!)
- Build a scrapbook filled with memories and photos.
Even a small handmade gift helps you celebrate your grad in style and create a keepsake they’ll treasure.
5. Shop Local, Get Inspired
We have ideas, supplies, and inspiration. Visit us for:
Cap decorating supplies
Banner supplies and foam boards
Graduation-themed stickers and embellishments
Gift wrap and DIY project ideas
- Bead necklaces, bandanas and feather boas (available at our Monroe location)
Stop by Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shop stores in Bonney Lake or Monroe, WA. Let’s celebrate your grad in style – with creativity, color, and fun they’ll never forget.
5. Pin it for later
Don’t forget to save this graduation blog post for later by pinning it to your Pinterest board!
Come shop local with us!
Our Ben Franklin Crafts and Frame Shop stores in Bonney Lake and Monroe, WA, are packed with top-quality supplies, and our friendly team is always ready to help you find just what you need. Have a question? Stop by – we’re happy to help!
