DIY Sunglasses: A Fun & Easy Craft for Every Celebration
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Looking for a quick craft that makes a big statement? DIY sunglasses are the perfect way to add personality and sparkle to any event! With plain plastic sunglasses and a handful of craft embellishments, you can create custom accessories for pool parties, baby showers, birthday parties, weddings, bachelorette parties, vacations, and more.

Supplies You’ll Need
- Plastic sunglasses
- Craft embellishments
- Flat back pearls, rhinestones, flowers, or charms
- Strong craft glue
- Tweezers (optional for small pieces)
How to Make DIY Sunglasses
Start with a clean pair of plastic sunglasses. Plan out your design before gluing by placing embellishments around the frames. Create colorful party looks with bright gems and playful shapes, or go elegant with pearls and metallic accents for weddings and bridal events.
Once you love your layout, glue each embellishment into place and allow the sunglasses to dry completely before wearing.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Customized sunglasses make adorable party favors, photo booth props, and matching accessories for groups. Create themed styles for:
- Pool parties
- Baby showers
- Birthday parties
- Weddings
- Bachelorette parties
- Summer camps
- Girls’ nights
- Vacation celebrations

Craft Tip
Mix different sizes and textures of embellishments for a trendy boutique-style look. Glitter, rhinestones, and pearls instantly turn simple sunglasses into eye-catching statement pieces!

Easy to make and fun to wear, DIY embellished sunglasses are a creative craft everyone will love this summer.