DIY Tropical Palm Frond Table Runner Garland

2 min read September 13, 2026 Mariah Leeson
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Give your tropical Cuban themed couples shower a little extra flair with a stunning DIY Tropical Palm Frond Table Runner Garland. Balloons can add instant festivity to any occasion and this simple table runner will add interest and color to your tropical themed party. You can watch the tutorial on how to make the DIY Tropical Palm Frond Table Runner Garland here!

Project Time
20 to 30 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Spray paint the small tropical leaves gold.

DIY Tropical Palm Frond Table Runner Garland step 1
Step
2

Blow up the balloons, making sure you have a variety of sizes and colors.

DIY Tropical Palm Frond Table Runner Garland step 2
Step
3

Create the base for your tropical palm frond table runner by stringing the bamboo garland and the medium silk palm leaves together. Use the wire on the medium silk palm leaves to secure the two pieces together.

DIY Tropical Palm Frond Table Runner Garland step 3
Step
4

Use glue dots to adhere the gold painted palm leaves to the garland.

DIY Tropical Palm Frond Table Runner Garland step 4
Step
5

Tie the balloons to the garland, making sure you alternate sizes and colors to create visual interest.

DIY Tropical Palm Frond Table Runner Garland step 5
Step
6

Place the tropical palm frond table runner on your table. Use safety pins to secure it to your table cloth so it stays in place during your party.

 

Be sure to see the whole Tropical Cuban Themed Couple's Shower, my Love is Brewing Coffee Favor Bag and my recipe for Frozen Cuba Libre

DIY Tropical Palm Frond Table Runner Garland step 6

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