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DIY Party Banner and Décor Medallion: Let's Celebrate!

Get ready to craft some eye-catching party decor with this fun and easy DIY project! Whether it's a birthday bash, a celebration for your pet hamster, or just because, these colorful medallions and banners will bring all the happy vibes!

Materials You'll Need:

• Paper doilies (any size you like, we got these from the 99 cent store!)
• Pattern Play Wrapping Paper Book or patterned paper
• Stickers (lots of them!)
• The Party Line DIY Mini Sticker Garland Kit
• Scissors
• Glue or double-sided tape
• Maybe a big puffy sticker or feature keepsake (like a photo or ticket stub, something you want to remember!)

Instructions:

Step 1: Create the Base Medallion

1. Start with a Doily: Grab a paper doily to use as the base of your medallion.
2. Cut a Circle: Cut out a circle from the Gift Wrap Book or colorful craft paper. Make sure it's slightly smaller than your doily so it fits neatly in the center.
3. Stick It On: Glue or tape your circle onto the center of the doily.

Step 2: Get Creative with Stickers

1. Decorate the Circle: Now, it's time to get sticker-happy! Place your favorite stickers all around the circle—choose stars, smiley faces, birthday cakes, or anything that brings a smile.
2. Layer More Fun: Add another smaller shape on top of your decorated circle to create a 3D effect. You can cut out a heart or star and stick it in the center, even a photos or fun keepsake as the focal point! 

Step 3: Add a Banner for a Personal Touch

1. Create the Banner: Using the Banner Kit form your September Stationery Box, fold the bunting triangles along the twine. 
2. Customize the bunting: Add alphabet stickers to customize a message or name! 

Step 4: Attach the Banner to the Medallion

1. Position the Banner: Place your mini banner across the front of your medallion. String the twine through the holes of the doily for a cleaner look. 
2. Secure the Ends: Tape or glue the ends of the string to the back of the doily, making sure the banner stays in place.

Step 5: Final Flourishes

1. Add More Stickers: If you feel like it, add more stickers around the edges of the doily for extra flair. Or add a big puffy at the center for even more fun! 
2. Attach String: Thread another piece of twine through a hole at the top to create a hanger.

Step 6: Hang and Celebrate!

1. Hang It Up: Find the perfect spot to hang your festive creation—on the wall, from a chair, or even on a doorknob!
2. Gift it: Maybe attach it to a gift for an even more personalized present! Or send it to a friend for exciting snail mail :) 

Now you have a vibrant, personalized party decoration that's sure to catch everyone's eye. Happy crafting! 🎉