Layered Foil Fringe Backdrops

the idea

Make layered foil fringe backdrops by trimming fringe curtains to create patterns and shapes that’ll make room decorations/dessert table backdrops more special

silver foil fringe curtain party backdrop

purple and gold foil fringe curtain party backdrop

the how

Calculate total width for your backdrop e.g, 9ft wide
Buy foil fringe curtains for double your intended width, half in one color, half in another e.g 9ft gold and 9ft purple
Hang both color curtains on a backdrop stand or wall, one behind the other, to create two different colored layers
Have someone hold a tape measure in place to ensure a straight line, then, with scissors, cut the top layer curtain along the line to create your desired pattern
Click on the images below for tutorials to create each pattern
Check out my separate page of Backdrop Stands, Frames, and Fixings for help hanging layered foil fringe backdrops.

purple and gold foil fringe curtain party backdrop cut into layers — *Click image for tutorial*

purple and gold foil fringe curtain party backdrop cut and layered into a chevron pattern

the why

AS PERIMETER / WALL DECORATIONS

Transformative; helps transform a domestic space or empty venue into a party environment
Masking; helps hide or distract from existing or incompatible room décor
Size; can help dress large areas
Atmospheric; perimeter decorations are important early on, before the room fills up, to help create a party atmosphere and ensure it feels like a special occasion
Intimacy; helps define the party space and envelope guests to create an intimate atmosphere

purple and gold layered foil fringe backdrops cut into a chevron pattern — *Click image for tutorial*

the why

as a backdrop

Value; allows you to create a large, eye-catching, feature wall / display
Maximize budget; by concentrating decorations around one larger display rather than dress entire room
Impact; a backdrop creates a strong visual impact, turning a bar / food table into a display
Special; a dessert / buffet table with no backdrop can look a bit sad, lacking, or underwhelming
Visibility; backdrops help identify the location of bars and food stations in large or crowded rooms
Focal points; more visible bars and food stations encourage mingling by creating destinations for guests to explore
Versatile; a backdrop to a dessert / buffet table or bar can double as a photo booth backdrop later in the evening

silver, black and gold foil fringe curtain party backdrop cut and layered into a lightening bolt shape — *Click image for tutorial*

black and gold foil fringe curtain party backdrop cut and layered into a lightening bolt shape

the why

this idea

Easy; a quick and simple solution that only requires minimal preparation
Light; easy to hang with or without a stand or frame
Personalizable; can be personalized with a custom name sign (see bottom of page)
Inexpensive; a cost-effective party idea that won’t blow your budget

red and silver foil fringe curtain party backdrop cut into layers — *Click image for tutorial*

red and silver foil fringe curtain party backdrop cut and layered

ADVICE FROM A PRO

Matt’s tip

“These look best when hung with a little distance between the fringe curtains and the wall behind. Otherwise they hang very flat, the wall shows through, and it highlights all the gaps between strips.

With space between the wall and the curtain, it creates more of a fluid, rippling curtain effect and adds depth. Fringe decorations just look a bit lifeless when stuck flat to a wall.

That’s why I always prefer to hang from them a backdrop stand. You can pick up a basic stand for around $30-40.

Check out my Backdrop Stands, Frames, and Fixings page for tips on different ways to hang layered foil fringe backdrops.

Whether you’re using as a backdrop to a table / bar or to dress walls in a larger room, these look best if you ‘frame’ or ‘blend’ the edges with additional decorations; be it bunches of balloons, balloon garlands, artificial flowers / garlands / vines, or paper flower decorations (check out the links at the end of this post).

This helps soften the harsh side edges—where the backdrop ends and it meets the wall—so it blends into the surrounding decor and doesn’t just look like a flat panel .

Plus they can help hide the legs, sides, and crossbeam if you’re using a backdrop stand or frame.

You can also personalize these layered foil fringe backdrops by pairing them with a custom name sign. Check out my round-up of creative party signs here or preview some in the images below.“