This list features 26 party items and supplies, ranging alphabetically from “Garland” to “Gumballs”. These products cover decorations, favors, gift wrapping essentials, and food preparation tools that help hosts set the mood and keep guests entertained. Whether you’re stringing up glittering garlands or filling goodie bags with gumballs, each item plays a specific role in bringing a celebration to life.

Party items and supplies are the physical products people buy or rent to decorate, feed, and entertain guests at a celebration. They range from simple paper streamers to specialized equipment like outdoor grills and torches. Glow sticks show this well — they began as a military signaling tool before becoming a popular, colorful party favor.

Below you’ll find the table with Item, Usage, Popular Brands, and Description.

Item: the name of each party product or supply, listed alphabetically so you can quickly find what you’re looking for.

Usage: the main purpose each item serves, such as decoration, gift wrapping, or party favors, so you know when to use it.

Popular Brands: well-known manufacturers or retailers that make or sell each item, giving you trusted options to shop from.

Description: a short explanation of what each item is, how it looks, and why it’s useful at a party.

Party Items and supplies

ItemUsagePopular Brands
GarlandDecorationGinger Ray, Talking Tables, Meri Meri
Garland BannerDecorationGinger Ray, Talking Tables
Garden TorchesDecoration, lightingTIKI Brand
Gel Food ColoringBaking, cake decoratingWilton, AmeriColor
Gift BagsGift wrappingHallmark, American Greetings, Papyrus
Gift BowsGift wrappingHallmark, Berwick
Gift Card HoldersGift wrappingHallmark
Gift TagsGift wrappingHallmark, American Greetings
Gift WrapGift wrappingHallmark, American Greetings, Current
GlitterDecoration, craftingMartha Stewart Crafts, Sulyn
Glitter ConfettiDecorationAmscan, Ginger Ray
Glow BraceletsParty favorGlow City, Lumistick
Glow SticksParty favor, decorationGlow City, Lumistick
Glow-in-the-Dark StickersDecoration, favorAmscan
Gold BalloonsDecorationQualatex, Amscan
Gold ConfettiDecorationAmscan, Ginger Ray
Gold StreamersDecorationAmscan, Unique Industries
Gold TableclothTable decorationCreative Converting, Amscan
Goodie BagsParty favorAmscan, Party City
Graduation CapsDecoration, costumeAmscan, Beistle
Graduation SashesCostume, decorationAmscan
Grass SkirtsCostumeBeistle, Amscan
GrillFood preparationWeber, Char-Broil
Guest BookKeepsakeHortense B. Hewitt, Lillian Rose
Gumball MachineDecoration, favor stationBeistle, Gumball Machine Co.
GumballsFavor, candyDubble Bubble, Ferrara

Descriptions

Garland
A string of decorative material like tissue paper, foil, or fabric hung across walls or tables to add color and festivity to a party space.
Garland Banner
A hanging banner made of paper or fabric pieces strung together, often spelling out messages like “Happy Birthday” for photo backdrops.
Garden Torches
Fuel-burning outdoor torches staked into the ground to light pathways and add ambiance to evening backyard parties.
Gel Food Coloring
Concentrated coloring paste used to tint frosting, cake batter, and party treats in vivid, consistent shades.
Gift Bags
Small decorative bags used to hold and present gifts, offering a quick alternative to traditional wrapping paper.
Gift Bows
Pre-made decorative bows attached to the top of wrapped presents or gift bags to add a festive finishing touch.
Gift Card Holders
Small decorative envelopes or folders designed specifically to present gift cards in an attractive way.
Gift Tags
Small paper labels attached to presents so guests know who a gift is from and who it’s for.
Gift Wrap
Decorative paper used to cover presents before they’re given, often themed to match the party’s occasion.
Glitter
Tiny reflective particles sprinkled on decorations, cards, or crafts to add sparkle and shine to a celebration.
Glitter Confetti
Small sparkly paper or foil pieces scattered on tables or tossed in the air to mark celebratory moments.
Glow Bracelets
Bendable plastic tubes filled with chemicals that glow brightly once cracked, popular favors at nighttime and dance parties.
Glow Sticks
Plastic tubes that emit light through a chemical reaction, often used to light up dark venues or handed out as favors.
Glow-in-the-Dark Stickers
Adhesive stickers coated in phosphorescent material that glow after exposure to light, popular at kids’ parties.
Gold Balloons
Metallic latex or foil balloons in gold tones, commonly used for milestone birthdays, anniversaries, and elegant celebrations.
Gold Confetti
Small gold-colored paper or foil pieces scattered on tables or tossed during toasts for a glamorous touch.
Gold Streamers
Long rolls of gold crepe or foil paper hung or draped to add color and movement to a party venue.
Gold Tablecloth
A table covering in gold color or metallic finish, used to dress up dining and dessert tables for formal events.
Goodie Bags
Small bags filled with treats, toys, or trinkets given to guests, especially children, to take home after a party.
Graduation Caps
Mortarboard-style hats worn or displayed as decorations at graduation parties to celebrate academic achievement.
Graduation Sashes
Fabric sashes worn over the shoulder at graduation celebrations, often printed with the graduation year or school name.
Grass Skirts
Skirts made of synthetic raffia strands, worn as costumes at luau and tropical-themed parties.
Grill
An outdoor cooking appliance used to grill burgers, hot dogs, and other foods at backyard and barbecue parties.
Guest Book
A book placed near a party’s entrance for attendees to sign their names and leave well wishes for the host.
Gumball Machine
A coin- or lever-operated dispenser filled with colorful gumballs, sometimes rented as a fun activity station at parties.
Gumballs
Round pieces of chewing gum in bright colors, often used to fill favor bags or candy buffets at parties.
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