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Shark Party Backdrop and Photo Prop

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A shark party for the twins and their friends is on the schedule tomorrow and I want to show you the fun and simple shark party backdrop and photo prop that I made for the party.  If you’ve got a jigsaw, you can whip this up in short order!

shark party backdrop and photo prop

I was inspired by these fabulous sharks made from recycled materials and decided to make my own simpler version from a piece of scrap wood I found in my garage.

I drew a {very} rough sketch of my shark onto the board …

how to make a shark party backdrop and photo prop

… and used a jigsaw to cut the outline.  {This was my first time using my Dad’s jigsaw and I loved it … my mind is swimming with possibilities!}

how to make a shark party backdrop and photo prop

In order to cut the center, I drilled a few holes {so I could stick the jigsaw in there} …

cutting a shark party backdrop and photo prop

… and cut the mouth and teeth.  Since sharks are a little scarred and battered, I didn’t worry about having perfectly smooth edges or even about having the shark completely even and symmetrical.  I think it’ll add some character to the food table.

shark party backdrop and photo prop

I gave the backdrop a rough coat of paint, using only grey …

shark party backdrop and photo prop

… and white and deliberately keeping it free of details.

shark party backdrop and photo prop

Luke gave the shark party backdrop the photo prop test …

shark party backdrop and photo prop

… and it looked just as I hoped.  I can’t wait to take photos of all the party-goers at the shark party!

shark party backdrop and photo prop

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About Randi Dukes

I’m Randi, a Dallas-based mom of five kids, ranging from third grade to college and including a set of twins. I love strong coffee, craft and DIY projects, my planner, and my big ol’ family. When I’m not creating something for my blog, I can be found in the car, running kids from one place to another. I’m the one knitting at the red light. Connect with me on google+ | twitter | facebook

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  1. Our Pinteresting Family says

    August 15, 2013 at 12:26 pm

    That is just too stinking cute, Randi. I hope the party is a blast.

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  2. Carrie says

    August 15, 2013 at 2:00 pm

    This is so cute!!! My son has a giant shark puppet that he carries around everywhere…he would love this. Pinning!

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  3. Staci @ 7 on a Shoestring says

    August 15, 2013 at 2:59 pm

    Love it! And for your first time with the jigsaw you did amazingly well! I am always in awe and completely jealous of your skills. Have fun at the party!

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  4. Cafe Bag says

    August 15, 2013 at 4:07 pm

    Definitely perfect for shark week!

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  5. martha davenport says

    August 15, 2013 at 4:24 pm

    such a cute idea, can’t wait until owen is old enough to do stuff like this for parties.

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  6. Brittany says

    August 15, 2013 at 5:10 pm

    Oh my word, that is SO fun!!!! My son’s birthday is coming up and he LOVES sharks, I think I may need to make this for his party!!!

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  7. Dallas Socials says

    August 15, 2013 at 7:08 pm

    So freaking cute. I love this!

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  8. Gena @ Life With Captain Fussybuckets says

    August 15, 2013 at 8:29 pm

    oh my goodness, I love this so much!

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  9. Natashalh says

    August 15, 2013 at 9:23 pm

    Good thing my man’s not home! If he saw this over my shoulder he’d be demanding to make one to hang on the wall beneath our paddleboards!

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  10. Tracey @ Ciao from Texas says

    August 16, 2013 at 12:50 am

    What a cute idea! I love it!

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