Western Party Decorations

The country, western party theme is very popular as it is a perfect idea for a birthday, anniversary or even a holiday party. Be it adults, youngsters or children, everyone loves to dress up like cowboys and cowgirls. A real cowboy western party in a barn is almost incomparable. A barn may not be feasible for most people, so they can even have it in their backyards. In order to have a real western party at home, you need to decorate the surroundings to create a suitable atmosphere.

Party Invitations

Send out western party invitations that are creative and appropriate for the party theme. Make a 'Most Wanted' card with the picture of the guest. Have an invitation with burned edges or spots. Buy cow bells or sheriff badges and write the names of your guests on it to make personalized party invitations.

Party Decorations

• Old pieces of wood that are no longer in use are great for western party decorations. Make sign boards using old pieces of wood.
• You can spread sawdust or scatter hay or straw bales on the floor. Place cacti, stones, and plastic reptiles along the path.
• Old lamps, lanterns and pillar candles can be used as party decorations. Light the fireplace if u have one, or alternately you can even have a bonfire.
• You can have pictures of a farm, a sunset, western towns, etc. enlarged and hung in the background to create the ambiance. 'Most Wanted' posters with the guests' photos can also be used.
• For decorating the walls, you can make posters with crazy captions, pictures, horses, etc.
• You can make use of cowboy accessories like cowboy hats, bandannas and sheriff's badges. For a western theme birthday party, decorate the place with streamers and red balloons.
• Make a cardboard door frame to create a 'saloon'. You can even use thick ropes to drape the walls or coil around pillars.
• Tables can be decorated with checkered or bright red tablecloth. Use colorful wooden or metal utensils. You can also use paper plates with designs of a bandanna or a cowboy hat.

A barbecue is one of the best western party ideas. For a western theme birthday party, you can have chicken, hotdogs, hamburgers, salsa sauces, chips, etc on the menu. Chili or steak can also be good option. Make use of boot mugs to serve drinks. Common western party favors include cowboy hats and bandannas. Put on some country music and play western party games around the fire. 'Horseshoes' is a popular game for western country parties. You can even hire a country music band.

With these ideas, you can create a rustic environment and be ready to have some fun, country style!