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PRINTABLE NEW YEARS EVE PARTY PHOTO BOOTH PROPS!
You know what it’s like, you’ve thrown a great party and you were having so much fun that you forgot to take any photos?! Know the feeling? Well good news…the solution is a DIY photobooth! Set one up before the party, it’ll run itself and you’ll have tons of photos of your guests (and you if you jump in!) by the end of the night!
If you’re stuck for ideas on backdrops for your DIY photo booth then we’ve got plenty of tutorials for you here! Once that’s decided it’s time to jazz up your booth with a bunch of fun props! We have a whole bunch of downloadable photo booth props here, from Snapchat props to mermaid props and Beyonce props to festival themed! Today though, we wanted to share with you our BRAND NEW set of New Years Eve props!! Just in time for the upcoming celebrations!
The set has 15 different props in total and these include:
-Best year ever!
– Countdown clock the midnight
-Cocktails (x2)
– Disco ball
– Fizz
– Looking for a new year’s kiss
– New year new me
-Party hat (x2)
– Party time!
-Pop
– Silver star crown
– Gold star crown
– Too drunk to function
Once you’ve downloaded them all you need to do is print them out onto white card and glue them to the some BBQ skewers or wooden sticks, so easy and they’re sure to keep your guests entertained! Happy new year partying ya’ll!
Pssst! Need even more printables?? Head here! xxx
Why I Love the Idea of a New Year’s Eve Photo Booth
Let’s talk about New Year’s Eve, that magical night when we throw on sequins, pour bubbly, and collectively agree that next year will be our year. And while resolutions come and go (I still haven’t joined that gym), there’s one tradition that has become a permanent fixture at my New Year’s Eve parties: the New Year’s eve photo booth.
I didn’t always have one, though. Years ago, I’d throw parties where people posed awkwardly in front of a blank wall, clutching their champagne flutes and smiling like they’d rather be anywhere else. Then one year, inspiration struck. I decided to build a DIY photo booth—and it changed everything. Suddenly, my party had a gravitational pull. Everyone, from shy introverts to life-of-the-party extroverts, wanted a turn in the booth.
Creating a Space for Fun
The beauty of a new year’s eve photo booth is that it’s more than a corner with a camera—it’s a vibe. Picture a backdrop dripping with gold fringe, a basket of quirky props, and a well-placed spotlight. People can’t resist. It’s like a magnet for good times.
One year, I made a DIY backdrop out of fairy lights and black tulle, and it was so pretty that my guests asked if they could take it home (no, Sarah, it’s stapled to the wall). I also gathered props from party stores and even printed a few silly signs, like “New Year, New Me” and “I Can’t Believe I Stayed Up Past Midnight.” These little details turned the booth into a conversation starter and gave guests permission to be silly.
The Joy of Creativity
There’s something deeply satisfying about building a photo booth from scratch. It’s not just about saving money—it’s about putting your personal stamp on the party. When I design a booth, I think of it as an extension of myself, a tiny shrine to all things festive.
One year, I went all out with a roaring ’20s theme. I crafted a backdrop with black and gold art deco patterns and made props like feathered headbands and fake champagne glasses. My husband joked that I was turning our living room into a speakeasy. By the end of the night, even my most reserved friends were donning pearls and throwing jazz hands in front of the camera.
The best part? Watching everyone let loose. There’s something magical about seeing your friends—people you’ve known for years—transform into silly, carefree versions of themselves. It’s like the photo booth grants them permission to be ridiculous.
Why It’s More Than Just Photos
A New Year’s eve photo booth isn’t just about snapping pictures; it’s about creating memories. Sure, we all have smartphones with a thousand blurry photos from last year’s party. But a dedicated booth turns those moments into keepsakes.
My favourite tradition is printing a few photos after the party and mailing them with my thank-you notes. (Yes, I still send thank-you notes. I’m old-fashioned like that.) One year, a friend called to tell me that the photo of her in a glittery wig was now framed on her desk. That’s the kind of joy a photo booth can bring.
The Not-So-Perfect Moments
Of course, not everything goes smoothly. One year, my homemade backdrop collapsed halfway through the night. Imagine a dozen tipsy partygoers tangled in a mess of streamers and duct tape. It could’ve been a disaster, but instead, it became the highlight of the evening. We laughed so hard we cried. And that’s the thing about DIY projects—they’re never perfect, but they’re always memorable.
I’ve also learned to keep an eye on the props. Once, someone decided the inflatable saxophone was a better dance partner than their date, and by midnight, it was in pieces. Lesson learned: always have backup props.
Why You Need One This Year
If you’re still on the fence about a New Year’s eve photo booth, let me ask you this: Do you want a party that people remember? Because I guarantee a booth will steal the show. It’s a magnet for laughter, creativity, and connection—the trifecta of a great party.
It’s also a subtle way to bring people together. I’ve seen total strangers become fast friends over a pair of oversized sunglasses or a feather boa. There’s something about a photo booth that breaks down barriers and reminds us that life, at its best, is a little bit silly.
So this year, whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or a full-blown rager, consider adding a New Year’s eve photo booth to the mix. You don’t need to spend a fortune—just a little creativity, some string lights, and a stash of props will do the trick. And who knows? You might even snap the photo that ends up in next year’s holiday cards.
Just don’t forget to smile—and maybe reinforce the backdrop. Trust me on this one.
