If you want to Re-write The Stars – then roll up for these carnival themed centerpieces which will add a whimsical charm to your next event. Popcorn boxes can be decorated to hold forks and knives – and this makes a multipurpose centerpiece. Wrap the utensils in striped napkins. Jello plastic glasses is also another idea – a centerpiece and a dessert in one. You could use a more round bowl look to do the fish in a bowl jello. You can use tablecloth rolls to make a tent to go over your tables. Cut out elephants in gold glitter card stock – these will make great photo props. Ballonos are also a quick and effective way to make a centerpiece for a party and they could be attached to a small elephant to finish the look.
With bright colors, playful carnival elements, and sweet lollipops – this adorable circus-themed centerpiece is sure to be a showstopper at your next event.
Supplies
- Red and white striped popcorn box (or container)
- Blue tissue paper (or shredded paper filler)
- Small elephant figurine (or any circus animal of your choice)
- Colorful swirl lollipops
- Wooden skewers
- Mini birdhouse (painted red and white for a circus tent effect)
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Foam block (to anchor decorations)
- Optional: Paper decorations (stars, rosettes, or banners)
Instructions
Place a foam block inside the popcorn box to provide support for your decorations. Cover the foam block with crumpled blue tissue paper to give the illusion of circus ground or a fun texture.
Position your small elephant figurine on top of the tissue paper. Stick the wooden skewers into the foam block. Attach the swirl lollipops to the skewers, spacing them evenly behind the elephant to create a fun and colorful backdrop. Take a small wooden birdhouse and paint it with red and white stripes for a circus tent effect. Attach it to a wooden skewer and place it at the center of the arrangement for an elevated look.
If your event includes a cake, let it double as a show-stopping centerpiece. A tiered cake decorated with fondant circus animals, popcorn accents, and a Big Top design will wow guests. Display it on a bold cake stand and surround it with matching cupcakes or treats.
Make a ring of fire centerpiece by cutting flame shapes from red, yellow, and orange cardstock. Attach the flames to a semi-circle cardboard frame. Spray-paint toy circus animals in gold for a cohesive look and place them on colorful pedestal stands in front of the ring. Use foam circles wrapped in circus-themed paper for the pedestals. Arrange everything on a bright table runner to complete the fiery display.
