Party-favors

In this tutorial, we learn how to create super hero cape party favors. First, take a plastic red table cover and remove it from the package. Next, open it up and fold it in half twice, so you end up with a rectangle. Then, take scissors and cut a large triangle shape out of th ...more

You can engrave just about any surface available, as long as you can press your engraving pen over it. Watch this tutorial to learn how to engrave stones from your garden or the beach with gorgeous floral designs or names. If you have a party coming up, you can create stunning ...more

Mylar balloons are the best party favors. They are big and shiny and last longer than normal latex balloons. In this tutorial, learn how to make a mylar balloon at home, from scratch. Stop spending so much money at the party store, and next time you have a big event, make your ...more

These chocolate lollipops make great party favors, you can make them for an upcoming wedding or party. Chocolate suckers are easy and fun to make. Watch this how to video and learn how to make homemade chocolate lollipop wedding favors.

Watch this instructional arts and crafts video to make a charming pyramid shaped gift box. Fill this gift box with candies or other small surprises to give a personalized, yet affordable gift to a friend, teacher or boss. You can use store bought wrapping paper or use recycled ...more

At stores, imitation plastic or cloth baby booties (to be used to contain party favors or small gifts) can be quite costly, and a backbreaking expense considering all the other more necessary expenditures you're considering when planning a baby shower, including finger food, c ...more

Your New Year's party guests will swear these are the real thing and perhaps even pick one up to pour some Chardonnay in if you're not careful! This origami tutorial shows you how to fold realistic - and damn cute - martini glasses. Take a look to get the how-to. You can fold ...more

Fun and colorful, these embroidered bracelets come in a variety of heart-warming subjects and fashionable styles. They make fast, easy gifts, and are great for party favors! And the best part? They're made almost entirely in the embroidery hoop! Learn how to embroider your own ...more

This tutorial describes how to make a Hershey Kiss holder. This is a quick and easy project that you can make to use as little gifts in your kids' lunches, for co-workers, party favors, place-holders at holiday meals and more. It requires just three to four things. To start o ...more

Is your wedding date coming up soon? Not to scare you or anything, but a typical wedding costs upwards of 20,000 to hold. This of course includes booking a location, getting all the props, flowers, dress, party favors, etc. So why don't you do your wallet a favor by crafting ...more

Add a dash of creativity and a pinch of color to your kitchen with embroidered bottle aprons. Dress up soaps, syrups, oil, and wine bottles with a bit of embroidery frill and fun. These mini aprons will definitely be the talk of the party! Watch this instructional video and st ...more

It doesn't have to be the middle of summer for you to craft a seaside-inspired centerpiece. Whether you live on the coast or closer to the Grand Canyon and lots of cactii than anything else, you can bring a piece of the sea home by making this craft. Check out the video to le ...more

Fun, creative, and functional, these embroidered keychains are a snap to sew and make fast, easy gifts and party favors. And the best part? They're made almost entirely in the embroidery hoop! Pick up some hlepful embroidery tips with fun craft tutorial video.

Are you having a monster mash theme party for Halloween? If you're looking to really spice up your festivities, then match your ghoulish monster decor with your party eats. In this video, you'll be run through how to decorate your cupcakes - dress them up for Halloween, if yo ...more

Got lots of pretty cookies to share with friends and family during the holidays? While it's true you could hand them off in tins as is, it's so much more fun to experiment with packaging and favor ideas. If you're throwing a party, you can hang them as ornaments on trees, giv ...more

Looking for a fun activity for your kids birthday party? In this tutorial, learn how to origami a paper hat with your kids. The benefit of using these hats is two fold! Not only do they make great party favors, they also provide an arts and crafts project to keep the kids ente ...more

Got a friend who's got a serious passion for sailing? Then make his or her next birthday extra special by folding these easy and quick origami boats, which can stand up and float in water. Turn them into place cards by writing the name of the person on the side, and put candi ...more

Happy New Years! Learn how to make this New Year's Eve countdown kit. New Year's goody bags filled with fun party favors are a great way for kids to count down to the new year. You will need: a large box colorful paper small bags scissors tape a marker party favors

Baby showers are a great time to bond with your girlfriends and help out new mommies. In this tutorial, learn some helpful tips to ensure your baby shower goes smooth and everyone has a fantastic time: especially the guest of honor! You Will Need: * Theme * Guest list * Invita ...more

Looking for a fun and easy project for the kids that won't leave you with a big mess? This step-by-step video will teach you how to make an origami dog box in as little as five minutes. The video introduces you to an origami expert who walks you through each individual step of ...more

Make party favors for your kid's circus-themed birthday party. You'll have more fun than you ever imagined when you create this circus-themed birthday party for your kids!

Whether you're looking for something extra to hand out to your trick or treaters, or party favors for a Halloween party, this tutorial shows you how to make a cute treat bag. You can make this bag using just some mini paper lunch sacks at the grocery store, plus a few extra pa ...more

When you're baking your cookies this holiday season with the children, try something that's both beneficial to your family and your guests— cookies that also act as sweet party favors. Dani tells you what to do in order to transform your Christmas cookies into beautiful holida ...more

We believe that cupcakes are as cute and pretty as they come, but when they're given out as party favors (pending they don't get entirely eaten beforehand) they have to be packaged and carried home. But don't dampen the beauty of these miniature cakes by stuffing them in insu ...more

Cupcakes are so overdone. Sure, they're cute and bite-sized, but why not start a new designer dessert trend? Check out this dessert video to learn how to bake and decorate delicious chocolate chip cookie dough Christmas truffles. Quick and easy, you can make them in bunches a ...more

The best bachelorette party favor! Learn how to make your bachelorette party a hit with picture frame party favors with expert party throwing tips and advice in this free video series on how to throw a bachelorette party. Part 1 of 14 - How to Make a bachelorette party picture ...more

These festive Christmas crackers serve as both party favors to hand out to guests and name plates on your dinner table. In vibrant colors of green and red, they simply scream out Christmas. Check out this crafting video to learn how to make these cute paper crackers. Learn h ...more

Who needs to hit up Taco Bell when you can fashion your own Taco Belle? Watch this soapmaking tutorial to learn how to create a melt and pour taco soap. This soap looks just like the real thing and may even tempt you to take a bite from its yummy offerings, so make sure to la ...more

We'd be lying if we said that the upsurge in the past few years of DIY/homemade weddings wasn't due to the bad state of the economy. While DIY has always had a presence, its following was more cultish in nature until recently. With the average wedding costing $29,000 and maint ...more

Debel1800 shows viewers how to throw a fabulous baby shower! You definitely want to do fun decor, such as standard plates and great decor for the tables such as floral and jars. You can also use these decor for after wards as a gift! You can also use pinatas for decor and fun. ...more

What are you doing this Cinco de Mayo? If you are celebrating this tequila filled holiday, you will no doubt have tons of fun with these maracas. Maracas are traditional Mexican instruments and they are quite easy to make. In this tutorial, learn how to make these fun noise ma ...more

Are you hosting a party soon but can't decide what to give out as party favors? With options at stores being limited and often expensive, you could save yourself lots of money while tossing guests a memorable gift by simply making your own favors. We especially like the brigh ...more

Looking for a funky party treat and sick of normal old Buffalo wings? In this tutorial, learn how to make Chinese style fried chicken wings for your next get together. Learn how to recreate the taste of those delicious take-out style wings at home and save all of that money fo ...more

Hello! My name is Nicole Valentine and on behalf of Expert Village, I'm here to talk to you about how to coordinate birthday games for a birthday party. Its time to party. Now we're going to discuss the appropriate games for the birthday party. For example, if you're having a ...more

Michael LaFosse is at it again and this time he's bringing a little fortune into your future! Work along with the master as he shows you step by step instructions in this how-to video on how to fold a fortune cookie box. This project makes a perfect party favor! Follow along w ...more

Want to hand out lollipops to your kid's class for Valentine's Day? Then don't just phone it in by scouring the shelves at Target the night before for some Dora the Explorer paper valentines that you'll tape to the lollipops. Instead, craft this cheap mini flower pot to store ...more

See how to make some cool gift / party favor bags for any occasion. They are made with envelopes. You can make them from nearly any size and type. The ones in the video are made with some surplus greeting card envelopes. Sometimes you can purchase "leftovers" from an office su ...more

If you have a little boy who's a fan of comics and superheros, then Batman is probably idol #1. After all, the tortured, redeemed hero has a really cool black cape and some killer upper body strength. Treat your little man to the most awesome birthday ever by crafting this Ba ...more

With this guide, you'll learn how to make a paper gift or party favor box using origami, the traditional art of Japanese paper folding. For more information, including a step-by-step overview of the folding process, as well as to get started making your own folded-paper gift b ...more

Want to create a delectable and decorative Xmas treat? You're in luck: This video will teach you how to make your very own truffle tree for Christmas. This is a chocolate cone that has truffles or chocolates attached to it by more chocolate. This confectionary treat makes a go ...more

Learn how you can make a spooky spider web treat bag with this arts and crafts tutorial from Crayola. These easy spider web treat bags are perfect for a trick-or-treat bag or as party favor bags. You will need 2 small white paper bags, Crayola Color Explosion black paper, Cray ...more

A very quick and easy project to dress up some yummy candy canes. A great Christmas craft to do with kids. I 'cased' this idea from Marelle Taylor http://www.marelletaylor.com/ and thought they were cute and just had to give them a go! Watch the process and follow along with t ...more

These melt and pour soaps kind of look like Belgian chocolate seashells, so be careful when you leave them lying around that no curious hands get to them and think they're food! Made from snail soap molds and two different colors of soap, this realistic snail soap is a cinch ...more

A great gift to offer someone for Valentine's Day is something you make yourself. In this tutorial, learn how to make a celebrity style keepsake box using decoupage techniques. This box can hold anything from gifts to precious items to little trinkets. So, the next time you n ...more

Add a party favor to your next hosted New Year's Eve bash. Ring in the New Year wearing personalized party glasses! It's a fun project for kids and adults. You Will Need: • A pair of sunglasses • Drawing paper • A pencil • Scissors • Cardboard or poster paper • Decorations S ...more

This video describes how to make a crudites basket which are healthy and beautiful appetizers. In this video one would learn how to choose and prepare different vegetables used in crudites as well as how to arrange them on the basket. For example one can learn that 4 to 8 vege ...more