Here's What's in My Party Toolkit

by Jillian Leslie on

I’ve been meaning to post this for a while… Here are the items in my party toolkit that I couldn’t live without. I’m dying to know what is in yours, so please comment at the end of this post.

A good pair of sissors.

A 3 inch extra large punch for making all my party circles.

A 3 inch extra large scalloped edge punch for a little variety.

Several sheets of removable glue dots. I just got turned onto these and I love them!  They are great for sticking things on the wall or sticking things to each other.

A set of permanent markers in lots of colors for any last minute signs I have to make.

Lots of safety pins in different sizes. Because I don’t sew, these are a life-saver for any fabric that needs pinning or tucking.

Double-sided tape, my old standby. But since I’ve been using glue dots, I don’t use this as much.

A big piece of white tulle. I’m always amazed at all the ways I can use it, it goes with everything, and it’s cheap.
This item doesn’t fit in my toolkit, but I love it so much, I have to include it. A big roll of kraft paper. It’s not only functional, but I think it looks cool – unfinished and playful.

Lots of ribbon. I buy them on sale in loads of colors and use them to dress up everything.

Okay, your turn.

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    Paty wrote:

    ok, here I am... Scissor - to cut papers scisso - to cut fabrics Punch 2,5" - circular Punch 2" - scalloped circular doble sided tape ( a lot) Ribons stick glue trimmer Permanet pen - black brazilian hugs!!!

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    Wonderland Party Props wrote:

    Set of paint brushes. lots of paint ( many colors ) glitter glue, silk flowers, silk ribbon, rinestones ( many colors & sizes )

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    Pink Peppermint Paper wrote:

    I would add a rotary fabric cutter and glue gun! Eleanor

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    joanne wrote:

    same here!! along with clothespins to hang things, suction cups, pinking shears, dowels, 3M strips, S hooks, tapemeasure and stapler.

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    Kristi wrote:

    yes to all of your stuff...and then throw in my Silhouette, which I've been using a LOT lately. I'm digging not having to cut stuff by hand! Thanks for all of your great ideas--I love reading your blog!

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    Franchesca wrote:

    -hot glue gun (My #1) -acryllic paints & brushes -tissue paper & cardboard (pinata making) -fishing line (hanging things, makes floating illusion) -fabric & safety pins -clear tape & thumb tacks -poster board -x-acto knife & scissors

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    Melissa Newell wrote:

    GLUE DOTS....can't do a party without them!

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    Felecia wrote:

    My cricut machine and carts Colorful cardstock scissors double sided tape 2 way glue stick glue gun and glue

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    Lisa wrote:

    I am just getting started, but this is what I have so far: Hot glue gun LOTS of ribbon (all varieties) 2" scallopped punch 3" round punch 1" round punch 8" circular cutter hole puncher double sided tape LOADS OF IMAGINATION :)