Emoji Backdrop & Party Props

2 min read September 13, 2026 Michelle Stewart
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Who doesn’t love a good Emoji Party? Emoji parties are all the craze at the moment! I recently styled an Emoji Party and we had so much fun. Those silly little faces are so cheerful and goofy they’re sure to appeal to anyone. One of my favorite elements was the super easy Emoji Backdrop I created. I’m excited to share just how fun and easy it was to create!

Project Time
40 to 50 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

The Emoticon Pumpkin Decorating Craft Kit come in packages with 12 sets in three face styles. But with a little stretch of the imagination and a few foam hearts, the parts can all be interchanged to create at least 10 faces. (I’m confident I could have made more variations, but I only needed 10 for my backdrop.) Start by opening all the individual sets and lay out the pieces. I recommend purchasing 2-3 sets just so you have options for extra decorations. Simply remove the backing of each piece and place in the center of the paper plate.

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Next, move on to making some with a little more flair by adding the hearts with foam double sided tape. I mixed and matched foam pieces to make the kissing emoji and drew in the “lips” with a black marker.

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3

Cut “tears” from blue adhesive foam sheets to make the “laughing so hard, I’m crying” emoji.

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4

Keep going and have fun! To make the “yum” emoji, simply trim the tongue and place it at an angle.

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Have extra plates and pieces? Make fun photo booth props!

Simply hot glue a craft stick to the back of the paper plate and voila!

Instant emoji photo booth props!

 

 

 

 

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And that’s it, everything you need to start decorating for an Emoji Party!

Be sure to check out my other fun tutorial for an Emoji Banner plus all the details from the Emoji Party, including a delicious Emoji Popcorn Ball recipe.

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