What to Include in Party Favor Bags (+ Free Printable Favor Tag Ideas)

Party favors are a sweet way to thank your guests for celebrating with you. They don’t need to be expensive — but they do need to feel thoughtful. Here’s what to include in your favor bags plus ideas for using printable favor tags to tie it all together.

Stick to Your Theme
The most memorable favor bags are ones that match the party perfectly. A mermaid party might include blue and purple candy, a mini seashell, and bubble wand. A dinosaur party might have dino gummies, a small plastic dinosaur, and a roar sticker. Let your theme guide your choices.

Mix Edible and Non-Edible Items
A good favor bag has a little of both. Candy and treats are always a hit, but adding a small non-edible item (a pencil, sticker sheet, mini play dough, hair tie, or small toy) makes the bag feel more substantial.

Don’t Overlook the Bag Itself
Kraft paper bags, clear treat bags, small boxes, and cellophane bags all make great vessels for party favors. Choose a style that coordinates with your theme, and use a printable favor tag to close it with a bow or ribbon.

Printable Favor Tag Ideas
Favor tags from a coordinating party pack are the perfect finishing touch. Options include: ‘Thanks for coming!’ tags with the child’s name, ‘You’re a Star!’ for a space theme, ‘Bee-cause you’re special’ for a bee or honey theme, and ‘Thanks for celebrating with me!’ with a photo.

Budget-Friendly Favor Tips
Favor bags don’t need to cost a fortune. Dollar stores, craft stores, and bulk candy suppliers are great sources for inexpensive fillers. The printable favor tag from your party pack makes even the simplest bag look like it came from a boutique party shop.

Find beautiful coordinating favor tag designs in every Pinworthy Parties printable pack on Etsy — because the details make all the difference!