One of the party themes that requires the least amount of effort yet looks wonderfully chic and modern is the construction party theme. If you are looking for a one and done kind of theme where there is no mistaking it, then this one’s definitely for you. Construction party supplies all across Australia are fairly common and you’re going to find stuff pretty easily and at pretty good prices too.
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Types of construction themes
The best part about a birthday party that is construction themed is the sheer versatility. You can amalgamate some of the really iconic childhood cartoons or simply go with a more general theme. Here are some types of construction themes that you can use. But wait up before you run off to Kmart like nobody’s business because we’ve linked some pretty cool stuff for you to go through. You can shop online from the comfort of your couch with some of these amazing party sets – everything you need in one!
Bob The Builder Theme
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Yellow and Orange Construction Theme
When you think of construction, you think of these colours: orange, grey and black. It sounds kind of risky but it is so worth it in the end when everything comes together. A construction party does not necessarily have to be laced up with grey tar and cement only and that is why the orange and yellow detailing adds a much needed refresher to it.
Blue and Yellow Crane Construction Party
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Construction Party Supply
The world is literally done with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse themed birthday party ideas. We need something new, we need something innovative. That is why this theme is going to do your birthday party some real good!
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Construction Table Decorations
Table decorations can literally make or break a party theme. They can either be the absolute lifesavers of the whole thing or can be the worst possible distraction. We have put together some table decoration ideas that will not break the bank and will look super cute at your party.
Construction Dump Truck Centrepiece
This centrepiece set really adds character to your table decor at any birthday party where construction is king. It has several different styles of trucks: you have got the massive excavators, the huge mixing trucks and several other styles including bulldozers and dump trucks. This simple and easy DIY table decoration is going to make your party look effortlessly on point.
Construction and Roads Table Cover
There is no damage a good table cover can not resolve. This piece works both like a runner along with the table and on the table too, but you might just need to double it depending on your table size and coverage preferences. That being said, the black really makes all the table decor pop and it is so on theme with the construction birthday party setup that no one is going to mistake it for anything else.
Check out latest prices here>>> Construction Theme Yard Sign
Stick it into the yard for an open air party or even in a flowerpot. This yard sign will really help amp up the look of your party by adding a simple yet special touch. It is pretty durable and can even be used again later on.
Construction Party Backdrops
There is a whole tonne of variety with construction theme backgrounds if you are looking for them. You can go run off to amazon or the Big W for your construction supplies needs but we have consolidated all specific products like backdrops of four different kinds for you.
Roads and Machine Themed Backdrop
This is the quintessential, classic, evergreen kind of backdrop used in a construction birthday or a general party of the same theme. It is rich and vibrant, it gives off this really cool dense look and will make for a great theme unifying backdrop.
Land, Sky and Trucks Backdrop
If you don’t want the darksy dark theme and that is not your aesthetic, we get you, we support it. This backdrop uses a really bright colour palette that will not dull down the buzz of your party. Also, who doesn’t love a clean centre with detailing all around so that you shine in the very centre!
Under Construction Backdrop
The under construction backdrop for your birthday party is such an on theme backdrop, you can not really go wrong with it. It is unmistakably a heavy duty construction site replica where all you imagine is hard working builders at work and some big machines lifting, scrunching and mixing everything around them.
Check out latest prices here>>> Brick Detailing Backdrop
This one’s a perfect fit if you want to take a slightly different route from the regular construction backdrops. The brick detailing adds that rustic touch and juices the beaten up theme a whole lot.
Construction Party Decorations
Construction party supplies all across Melbourne stores, and the rest of Australia, do not offer the stuff we have hunted down. Here is a list of all the amazing party decorations you absolutely, madly and most direly need for your construction themed party.
Construction Sign Picks
The construction picks may seem like a small detail but imagine picking up a party food and seeing your construction theme running through it. It’s a winner! These cute little picks make excellent sandwich and slider holders too.
Check out latest prices>>> Construction Sign Decorations
Need more signs all around to actually feel like a birthday party? These construction sign decorations are an excellent way to lead the guests to the party or general wall coverage.
Bulldozer and Trucks Party Hangings
Streamers for a party were never this fun before. We found this really cool set of streamers or hangings, whatever you’d like to call them, on amazon and it is an absolutely necessary decoration for a construction themed party. Usually no such decor on the ceiling and it looks pretty bland. Imagine the guests walking in and finding out the ceiling is one with the theme, just perfect!
Balloon Garland Kit
This balloon garland kit for your construction birthday party is the ultimate accessory you will need to amp up your surroundings. The vibrant colours just add fuel and fire to any party!
Check out latest prices here>>> Foil Balloon Set For A Construction Site
I Am Digging Birthday Sign
Construction Cone Candles
Construction Wooden Centrepiece
Dump Truck Pinata
Photo Booth Props
Construction Party Favours
Of course, you are going to need party bags for the amazing construction party that you are throwing. Here are a few suggestions for the kind of party favours you can grab pretty easily for your construction party supplies from the links provided below:
Helmet Party Favour Set
Construction Themed Keychains
Construction Themed Stampers For Kids
Construction Party Accessories
We soared through pages over pages to get you these really cool construction themed accessories.
Jackets and Helmets For Guests
Workaholic Wrist Bands
Black Construction Themed Cake Topper
A construction-themed birthday party is nothing without a showstopping cake and these cake toppers will do exactly that. They can turn a plain vanilla cake into something so on theme people will ask you where you got yours made from. Add these toppers right away to your shopping list of all the supplies you need for the construction party.
Construction Cupcake Toppers
Don’t want a cake and prefer to have cupcakes instead? We have got just the thing for you. These cupcake toppers will lighten up any cupcakes at your party. No need to mess around with buttercream colouring, just add these toppers and see the magic happen: everything in sync with your construction theme!
Construction Party Food
Usually, party food is the neglected section when it comes to following up on a theme, but it makes such a huge difference. We understand that party food is hard to put into the rightly themed plates and glasses so we have got you covered over it.
Worker Boys Plates, Napkins, Spoons and Forks
This adorable worker boys set has a whole lot of pieces, so you are never going short on plates, napkins, forks or spoons. It is an item on the construction party supplies list that you can’t ignore. It comes with a unified design all across all the pieces and your construction theme will really pop up with these on the food table.
Shovel Dessert Spoon
Construction Tumbler Cups
Construction Party Outfit
When you are done with a whole lot of construction supplies shopping, it is time to focus on the outfit. The outfit really matters because it will have the party person standing out from the crowd and ready to celebrate!
Yellow Tractor Detail Construction Worker Outfit
Builder Boy Outfit
This outfit comes with a classic orange vest and a yellow builder safety hat. It is a great choice if you want to keep your look simple and chic yet very much construction themed.
Construction Party Inspiration
Once you have DIYed something, there is really no going back. Yes, we know it is a hard task to think of DIYing a whole construction party but you can totally take inspiration from our community who has done it all and seen it all. Do check out the links given below to get a spark of inspiration before you start off with your very own DIY Construction Themed Party!
Tips and Tricks For The Greatest Party Ever
Theme First
Picking a theme for your party may seem like a really hard thing, but it is actually one of the very first things that you need to think about. It’s always fun to pick a theme your child knows well to make the day even more special in the process.
Space and Area
Some of the themes need an outdoor setting while some work really well in an indoor setting. It is always a great idea to keep in mind your theme and compare it to the space and area that you have at hand.
Shop Before You Start
Shopping is an absolutely necessary step before you start to actually set up a party. This should be your starting point to bring together any theme.
Inspiration Hunting
Finding parties that others have done with your theme is the best inspiration there is! Our site aims to offer you everything you need to create a fun and amazing party.
Photos Are Everything
A good party is just as good as the photographs taken during it. Because in the end all you have those photographs and some amazing memories that were captured in those photographs. So keep an open heart and take lots and lots of wonderfully happy photographs.
Don’t Forget– Fun
Lastly, a little fun never hurts anybody. Loosen up, ease up, let go and breathe. It is alright if a few things don’t go according to plan, they make the best stories. Remember, you are there to have fun too!
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