DIY decorations for graduation ceremonies: a collection of simple yet striking decoration ideas
With the graduation ceremony approaching, many of you might be wondering how to handle the decorations.
Since it’s a special occasion, you probably want to create heartfelt, handmade decor.
But when it comes time to get started, it’s easy to feel unsure about where to begin.
In this article, we’ll introduce ideas for DIY decorations for the graduation ceremony.
We’ve gathered a variety of ideas, including garlands, balloon art, and displays that let you look back on memories, so please use them as inspiration!
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Handmade decorations for graduation ceremonies: A collection of simple yet impressive decoration ideas (11–20)
banner
Banners are widely known as classic cheering items.
A banner with a message that visualizes a team’s unity can be expected to keep boosting the morale of those about to compete.
Although they’re often used at sports days, field days, and athletic matches, why not decorate the venue with a banner bearing a message that reflects your team, as a way to encourage the athletes? By making it together, you can express your gratitude for everything so far and your hopes for their future success.
Of course, it’s also a great idea to simply display the banner you used during the match!
Honeycomb ball
A honeycomb ball is a spherical decoration shaped like a beehive.
It looks cute from every angle and is a perfect ornament for a festive graduation ceremony venue.
Making one is very simple: prepare multiple circular pieces of paper, fold them in half, and glue them together.
By varying where you apply the glue, you can create honeycomb balls with different looks.
They also look lovely as they twirl in the breeze, so it’s recommended to use glossy origami that reflects light or to combine origami papers with different colors and patterns.
balloon flower
This decoration is striking for its soft, light-transmitting look: a balloon encasing a flower motif.
The mystery of how the flower got inside and the appearance of careful craftsmanship add to the delight.
To make it, place a balloon over an artificial flower and then inflate it.
As you work the balloon over the flower, spread the petals firmly so the shape doesn’t collapse.
Vary the combinations of flower and balloon colors to create multiple pieces and brighten up the space beautifully.
Chalkboard Art
How about welcoming the graduating players with warm messages and lovely illustrations for their graduation ceremony? By skillfully using a limited selection of chalk colors, you can create illustrations with character.
Popular manga themes are fine, or you could draw moments when the graduating players shone, or items related to the team.
Add a message, and it will surely become a piece that stays in their hearts.
It would also be great to take a commemorative photo together with the chalkboard art as the backdrop.
Even after they graduate, chalkboard art can serve as a cheer, encouraging them as they head into a new world.
rosette
Here’s an idea for a rosette you can wear on your chest.
First, cut the backing paper into a circle.
Next, apply masking tape around the edge of the circle, tracing its outline.
Stick on a bit, then peel and repeat to create a pleated, accordion-like effect.
Once that’s done, fill the empty space in the center with masking tape.
Then, use masking tape in a different color to make the tails that extend from the bottom, attach them, and you’re finished.
It’s amazing that you can make this using just masking tape and backing paper, isn’t it?
Graduation Team Movie
How about creating a graduation movie by combining photos and videos that capture lots of memories? Gather a variety of photos and videos featuring the graduating members—game footage, everyday practice scenes, and even moments outside of practice.
If you have clips from standout games, it will definitely make things even more exciting.
Try adding background music like songs the graduating members loved or tunes everyone often sang together.
The memories will come rushing back, and everyone is sure to be moved.
If you keep the video playing throughout the graduation ceremony, anyone can revisit the memories at any time.
Handmade decorations for the graduation ceremony: A collection of simple yet striking decoration ideas (21–30)
Cute flowers made with origami
A convenient decoration item you can display anywhere at the venue! First, fold origami paper into fine accordion pleats.
Fold the whole thing in half, round off the ends with scissors, then glue one end together.
Make another identical piece, glue them together and fan it open, and finally glue the remaining ends to finish! Try changing not only the colors but also the size of the origami paper to make flowers in various sizes.
Adjust where you display them depending on their size, or combine multiple small flowers and stick them on a wall—experiment with different ways to decorate.