This time of year is exciting for parents and kids alike. My son is graduating from Washington State University next month. He is the first of our children to graduate from college and we could not be more proud! I thought it would be fun to change up our Grad party style from a full blown open house like we did when he graduated from high school, and throw more of an intimate dinner party. No matter what style of party you decide to throw there are so many great graduation products to get you started. I love all the NCAA themed paper goods! If you’re celebrating a high school graduate heading off to college, it’s fun to be able to make their new university the theme of their party!
I decided to use my everyday plates as makeshift chargers for the paper plates. I love how it takes the look up a notch! I also like the idea of having all the napkins, cups and plates matching in our WSU theme. The custom design swirl suckers with a message to my grad are another fun addition to my table. 
The DIY Graduation cap candy cups were so easy to make and look great at every place setting. These are fun to munch on during the party or make a great take-away party favor. 
I am such a fan of these giant Mylar letter balloons. You could do the university letters like I did here, or you could choose 2016 or your favorite grad's initials. I blew these up myself because I didn't need them to float, but it you take them to your local grocery store they will fill them with helium at a reasonable price or you could purchase your own helium tank. These fun tissue fans give another layer to the backdrop too! 
If you are looking for a gift idea for the grads on your list, make sure to check out my DIY Graduation Cap Gift Boxes and also the yummy recipe for my Chocolate Cookie Pops! Cheers to the class of 2016!
