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 the graduation ceremony. A collection of simple yet eye-catching decoration ideas (31–40)
uniform
The uniforms that have fought countless matches together with the players.
The joy of winning a game, and that day when you made a mistake and cried in frustration.
The uniforms of the graduating members are surely filled with many memories.
So why not beautifully display the graduating members’ uniforms and welcome the graduation ceremony in style? In addition to the uniforms, you could include items they used—like shoes or a ball—or even add handwritten messages.
If you make good use of party supplies from 100-yen shops, you can create a festive atmosphere.
It will make for decorations that cheer on the graduating members as they move on to their next stage.
Cherry blossom display
Let’s create a big cherry blossom tree at the graduation ceremony venue and celebrate the children who are graduating! Use construction paper and origami to make cherry blossom petals, and brown construction paper to make the tree trunk.
Then simply arrange and stick them together in the most eye-catching spot at the venue to complete the cherry blossom tree! You could have current members make the petals, or ask the graduating children’s parents to help—turn it into a collaborative project where everyone works together to celebrate the graduates.
Enjoy the cherry blossoms both indoors and outdoors, and help the graduating children enjoy the ceremony with a fresh, uplifting feeling!
Felt mascot
Let’s decorate the graduation ceremony venue with warm, handmade felt mascots! Create pieces inspired by the sport you’ve practiced, members’ faces, or their favorite things—feel free to use a variety of motifs.
If you attach a pin back or a string to the reverse side, you can give them as gifts after the ceremony.
By bonding the felt pieces together with fabric glue instead of sewing, even those who aren’t confident in sewing can make them easily—so give it a try!
candy bouquet
A candy bouquet is made by gathering candies into a shape like a flower bouquet.
It’s poppy, cute, and perfect for decorating a graduation ceremony venue.
There are many ways to make them: you can bundle lollipops together with balloons and flowers, or put candies inside balloons and group several together into a bouquet.
It’s best to choose candies that are as colorful as possible.
After the ceremony, it’s a great idea to share them among the graduating members and those who are continuing!
Handwritten POP
If you want to pursue originality, making handwritten POP displays is also recommended.
Handwritten POPs are signs originally written by store staff to boost customers’ desire to buy.
You’ve probably seen POP signs highlighting trending products or sections a store wants to draw attention to.
Try creating yours with that image in mind—include messages like “Congratulations on your graduation,” or add illustrations.
Thickening the outlines of the letters will enhance the handwritten POP feel.
Handmade decorations for the graduation ceremony. A collection of simple yet impressive decoration ideas (41–50)
chain of rings
Let me introduce paper chains, which actually have a variety of uses.
A paper chain is a decoration made by turning strips of paper into rings and linking them together.
You can hang them on the wall, wear them like a necklace, or use them as a ribbon substitute to decorate a gift box.
You can use any kind of paper you like, so try finding something that suits your taste.
Origami paper, construction paper, or even flyers and wrapping paper are all options.
You can also make good use of tanzaku-style strips sold at 100-yen shops.
kusudama (decorative paper ball used for celebrations)
When it comes to something that celebrates an occasion—like an award ceremony or a birthday party—the first thing that comes to mind might be a kusudama (Japanese celebration ball).
Pulling the string to release congratulatory messages along with ribbons and confetti is a simple setup, yet it brings a smile to everyone’s face.
There are many store-bought options available these days, but if you want to convey a personalized message, I recommend making one yourself.
You can create the shape by decorating an instant noodle bowl with origami, for example, so give it a try!
