High school graduations are rolling around, and graduation parties tend to center around a common event – the upcoming adventure of going off to college! By this time, all the acceptance letters have been considered and plans are definite. Camp it up with a pep rally themed party! Decorate in the university colors to create a fun and lively atmosphere. There are several ways to do this.
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Make Your Own Pennants
A fun, simple craft project that requires:
• Felt
• Ribbon
• Dowel rods
• Glue
• Stencils
• Paint
• Cutting wheel
• Straight edge
• Cutting mat
Felt is an inexpensive fabric that doesn’t fray. Find a great selection here. You will only need 1 yard. Cut the yard into strips that are two feet wide using a rotary cutting wheel, straight edge, and self-healing cutting mat. You are going to fold the fabric over about 6 inches and cut a right triangle from one corner of the fabric to the top of the fold with your cutting wheel and a straight edge. Repeat, approaching the fabric from the other side. There will be little fabric lost when you are finished cutting the pennants. Paint them with good fabric paint and a sturdy stencil. Once dry, fold the wide end over a dowel rod and glue. You are ready to hang with ribbon.
Decorate with College Team Fabric
College Team Fabric can be draped over chairs and used anywhere for a fun, colorful splash. A team tablecloth is another nice touch. Make gift bags tied with team ribbon. Here’s a fun craft project: Glue the vinyl fabric around old tin cans and fill with flowers for beautiful centerpieces.
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Finishing Touches
Fill any empty spaces with coordinated balloons and pom pons.
