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There are a wide range of Veterans Day Party Supplies out there and it can be a little confusing to go shopping for items when you don’t know what you are looking for, so here’s a brief list of the more common party supplies by product so that you have an idea of what’s available.

Red, white, and blue balloons are probably the first Veteran's Day decorations that everyone can think of when they think party. There are two basic kinds of balloons, rubber and Mylar. Rubber balloons are usually sold in packs of fifty to one hundred and can be blown up with regular air or helium to make them float. They come in bright colors including red, white, and blue andare usually in an ovoid shape about the size of the human head when filled with air. Mylar balloons are usually purchased all ready filled with Helium. They are those shiny metallic looking balloons that usually look like expanded cookies when filled up. They hold helium for a while and thus will float for a while after the party is over.

Streamers are ribbon like rolls of tissue paper that are meant to be taped along the edges of tables, railings and even along the top of the walls in the room where the party is held. They are light weight and come in many, many colors so you can pick whichever color best fits your party theme.

Confetti is very popular around New Year’s. It’s made up of small pieces of paper or even a metallic material like Mylar. These little dots of material are meant to be thrown up in the air or can be released from above so that it falls down on the guests at the party during an appropriate moment, such as the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve. It also can be scattered around the party and on tables to give an overall festive look. You can even throw in a small dose of confetti into your Veterans Day Invitations

Paper Products are the general tableware and silverware items that you’ll need for guests if you decide to serve food at the party. You can purchase paper or plastic plates and cups that even match your party theme. Things like forks and spoons can be purchased in different colors of plastic to match. You’ll even be able to find paper tablecloths and napkins. Tablecloths help to protect the tables and also serve as a decorative accent.