
Aside from oohing and aahing over all the gorgeous gowns on the red carpet and oogling over your favorite stars, the Oscars always make for a fun group viewing activity with friends. To get your party Oscars-ready, you’ll want to to pick up *every* gilded object you can find and DIY (aka spray paint) plenty of gold party decor and favors. Think: confetti, balloons, garlands and even little gold men of your very own. If you aren’t sure where to start, take note from the 17 gilded party essentials below. Then, just add Oscars cocktails and tuxedo-themed black-and-white desserts, and you’re bound to get the award for Best Hostess of 2016.
DIY Oscar Party Balloon Awards
DIY Gold Photo Booth Backdrop
Gold Star Wall Hanging
4. DIY Party Pom Poms ($7): This pack of three different-sized pom poms is everything you need to spruce up a boring wall. Throw in some white and gold garlands or streamers for some extra oomph.
Gold Polka Dot Popcorn Box
2016 Oscar Ballot Printable
Oscars Ballot Envelope
Printable Oscars Tattoo
DIY Sparkly Champagne Bottles
10. Acme Party Box Co. Gold Cocktail Shaker ($36): We’ll leave the Oscar-worthy cocktail concoctions up to you, but this gold plated stainless steel shaker is a must-have bar cart essential. Break it out for award show season, St. Patrick’s Day or any other time of the year!