DIY Holiday Photo Booth Props: 15 Fun & Easy Ideas to Spice Up Your Celebrations

Hey there, party people! It’s your Holiday Little Assistant here, ready to turn your basic holiday photos into Insta-worthy masterpieces. I recently got asked by a friend how to create those adorable photo booth props everyone goes crazy for at parties, so let’s dive into this fun DIY project together!

Why Bother Making Your Own Photo Booth Props?

Let’s be real – store-bought props can be crazy expensive and kinda basic. When you make your own, you get to: save money (hello, dollar store supplies!), match your exact party theme perfectly, and most importantly – show off your creativity. Plus, there’s nothing funnier than seeing Uncle Bob wear your handmade “Santa’s Favorite Reindeer” antlers at the Christmas party!

Must-Have Materials for DIY Props

Before we get crafty, here’s what you’ll want to grab:
– Cardstock or foam sheets (thicker than paper so they last)
– Wooden dowels or disposable chopsticks (for handles)
– Glue guns + glue sticks (the real MVP of DIY)
– Markers, glitter, stickers – whatever makes your heart happy
– Scissors and maybe an X-acto knife for detail work
Pro tip: Hit up your local dollar store first – you’d be amazed what you can find there!

5 Can’t-Miss Holiday Prop Ideas

1. Santa’s Workshop Special: Make giant toy cutouts labeled “From Santa’s Naughty List” and “Straight From the Nice List” – guaranteed to get laughs!
2. New Year’s Glam: Create oversized 2024 glasses (or whatever year it is) using glitter foam sheets. Bonus points for adding LED lights!
3. Spooky Halloween: Cut out classic monster mouths on sticks – think vampire teeth, witch lips, and zombie wounds.
4. Thanksgiving Funny: Make speech bubbles saying “Still digesting…” or “Roll me home please” with pilgrim hat and turkey cutouts.
5. Valentine’s Day Cheese: Giant heart frames, cupid arrows, and cheesy phrases like “I ❤️ U Beary Much” with bear ears.

Pro Tips for Photo Booth Success

– Make some props big and some small – variety is key!
– Include interactive props like “Hug Me” signs or fake mistletoe for cute couple shots
– Create a mix of wearables (glasses/hats) and holdables (signs/speech bubbles)
– Don’t forget a cute backdrop! A simple holiday sheet or wrapping paper wall works magic
– Set up good lighting – ring lights or lamps make a huge difference

Storing Your Masterpieces

Here’s the thing – you’ll put all this work in, so let’s keep those props nice! Store them flat in a plastic bin between seasons. For delicate items, slide them between sheets of parchment paper. Those dollar store pizza boxes? Perfect for storing smaller props!

Well friends, there you have it – everything you need to create the most epic holiday photo booth on the block. Remember, the messier the craft session, the better the props turn out (at least that’s what I tell myself when there’s glitter everywhere). Now go forth and make some magical holiday memories!

FAQpro Thank you for reading, I hope this article helps you create amazing holiday photo booth props that’ll have your friends talking all year. Got more questions? Hit me up – your Holiday Little Assistant is always here to help make your celebrations extra special!

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