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This Wednesday is May the 4th: a day long remembered for celebrating your love of Star Wars. It’s the perfect time to throw on your Jedi robe, make some Blue Milk Ice Cream, and invite over those pesky droids that weren’t welcome in the cantina. Unsure where to find such wares? Have no fear! We’ve compiled some of the more necessary party decor items you’ll need to take your May the 4th party over the top. Yoda was wrong; adventure, excitement—a Jedi craves all these things when it comes to party planning.

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May the 4th Be With You card by WhamCards
Party guests, they’re your only hope. If you don’t have a droid to carry around your hologram invite, these paper ones will do just fine.

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Balloon TIE fighters by madeeveryday
You underestimate the power of the dark side when it comes to party decorations. This creative DIY decor is easy to do and gives your room an instant Star Wars vibe. Create an entire fleet of TIE fighters out of balloons for your guests to battle.

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Wash Your Hans by More Than A Geek Girl
A mindful Jedi is a clean Jedi and this sign reminds you to wash your hands before making a Hutt of yourself at the buffet table.

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DIY BB-8 Lantern by Desert Chica
No party is complete without a helpful droid by your side. Use regular paper lanterns to create a decorative version of everyone’s favorite rolling droid.

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Death Star Piñata by More Than Thursdays
You can’t leave a party without destroying a Death Star. This DIY will teach you how to make your own Death Star piñata, which is probably just as fragile as the real one. You can also craft up a handy lightsaber bat to go along with it.

 

What would your perfect May the 4th party look like? Let us know in the comments below.

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