Disco Ball Crafts: 13 Shiny DIYs That Make Any Room Sparkle Like a Party

Disco ball crafts are having a huge moment, and one little pumpkin started the party this week. A disco ball pumpkin reel posted on October 26 showed an ordinary pumpkin turned into a glittering disco ball, and it raced past 2 million views in about a day. The same creator’s next Halloween decor video passed 2.3 million. The trick is simple: cover something round in tiny mirror squares and let the light do the rest. Even better, the same idea works on ornaments, vases, frames and even a Christmas tree topper, so it carries you from fall right through New Year’s Eve. Below are 13 shiny projects for every season. A quick safety note: glass mirror tiles can have sharp edges, so wear thin gloves or choose soft acrylic mirror sheets, and keep kids on the foam version. Let’s make things sparkle..

Disco Ball Crafts That Turn Light Into Confetti

Picture a white shelf covered with sparkle: a mirror pumpkin, a few disco ornaments, a vase full of pink flowers, a shiny star and a garland of tiny balls. When the sun hits them, little dots of light dance all over the wall. That is why people love disco ball crafts. They are cheap, they look expensive and they make a room feel happy. Most need only mirror squares, glue and something round to cover. Which one will you try first..

You will need: self adhesive mirror mosaic sheets (acrylic is safest), strong craft glue, thin gloves, a tray to work on.

How to make it: 1. Pick one round object such as a foam ball or a faux pumpkin. 2. Wear gloves and peel the squares off the sheet in small strips. 3. Press the strips on in rows and let the glue dry overnight.

The Mirror Tile Pumpkin That Went Viral

This is the one that started all the buzz about disco ball crafts this season. Covering a pumpkin in mirror tiles takes an afternoon, but the result looks like it belongs at a fancy party. Use a faux pumpkin so you can keep it for years instead of watching a real one go soft. Work on a tray so loose tiles do not end up on the floor, and take breaks so the rows stay neat. It works on a porch for Halloween and on a table for Thanksgiving. Would you go full silver or mix in some gold tiles?

You will need: a faux pumpkin, mirror mosaic sheets, strong craft glue or a glue gun with low heat (adult help), gloves.

How to make it: 1. Start at the stem and work down in rings. 2. Press each strip of tiles into the glue and follow the curve. 3. Fill small gaps with single tiles and let it dry.

Disco Ball Crafts for the Christmas Tree

Tiny disco ornaments make a tree glow even with the lights off. Foam balls from the craft store are light, cheap and easy to cover. Make a whole set in silver, or add a few gold ones for a warm look. They also make sweet handmade gifts tucked into a card. Make a few extra, because guests always want to take one home. For more ways to give old ornaments new life, try our ornament makeovers. How many will you make?

You will need: small foam balls, mirror mosaic sheets, craft glue, ribbon, pins, gloves.

How to make it: 1. Push a pin with a ribbon loop into the top of each ball. 2. Glue the mirror squares on in rows from top to bottom. 3. Let them dry and hang them on the tree.

A Disco Vase From a Thrifted Jar

An old glass jar from the thrift store becomes a showpiece when you wrap it in mirror tiles. Fill it with fresh flowers and set it near a window, and the whole table will sparkle. This is one of the easiest disco ball crafts, because a straight sided jar is simple to cover. Seal the inside rim with a little extra glue so water never touches the tiles. What flowers would you put in yours?

You will need: a clean glass jar, mirror mosaic sheets, clear craft glue, gloves.

How to make it: 1. Wipe the jar clean and dry. 2. Wrap strips of mirror squares around it, starting at the bottom. 3. Let it dry for a day before adding water and flowers.

A Disco Star Tree Topper

A disco star on top of the tree catches every bit of light in the room. You can cover a cardboard or foam star in tiny mirror squares in an evening. Glue a cardboard tube on the back so it slips onto the top branch. Pair it with warm white LED lights for the best glow. Keep the topper light so the top branch does not bend, and check that the tube fits snugly before you climb back down. Will your tree have a disco star this year?

You will need: a foam or thick cardboard star, mirror mosaic sheets, glue, a cardboard tube, gloves.

How to make it: 1. Glue the tube to the back of the star. 2. Cover the front and sides with mirror squares. 3. Let it dry and slide it onto the top of the tree.

Disco Ball Crafts for a Sparkly Mantel Garland

Mini disco balls strung on a ribbon turn a plain mantel into a party. Mix silver and gold, add some eucalyptus and you have a look that works from Christmas through New Year. Space the balls out so each one catches light. A garland is also a great way to use leftover mini ornaments from other projects. Store it in a box with tissue paper after the season so the tiles stay shiny. Where would you hang yours?

You will need: mini disco ball ornaments or covered foam balls, ribbon or twine, eucalyptus sprigs, removable hooks.

How to make it: 1. Tie the balls onto the ribbon every few inches. 2. Hang the garland on removable hooks along the mantel. 3. Tuck eucalyptus around it for a soft green touch.

A Mirror Mosaic Picture Frame

A plain wooden frame from the thrift store looks brand new with a border of mirror squares. It is a pretty way to show off a favorite photo and makes a lovely gift. Wedding photos, baby pictures and party snapshots all look extra special inside a shiny border. Flat frames are very easy to cover, so this is a good first project if you are new to disco ball crafts. Whose photo would go in it?

You will need: a flat wooden frame, mirror mosaic sheets, craft glue, gloves, a soft cloth.

How to make it: 1. Take the glass out and lay the frame flat. 2. Glue mirror squares in neat rows all the way around. 3. Wipe off extra glue, let it dry and put the glass back in.

A Disco Planter for a Small Houseplant

A disco planter is fun, a little silly and very cheerful. Cover a small round pot in mirror tiles and add a trailing plant like a pothos. Set it on a sunny sill and it throws little sparkles around the room all day. Plants love light, and so does this pot. Disco ball crafts like this one are easy to match with other shiny decor in the same room. What plant would you put in it?

You will need: a small round plant pot with a saucer, mirror mosaic sheets, craft glue, gloves, a small plant.

How to make it: 1. Cover the outside of the pot with mirror squares and let it dry. 2. Add potting mix and the plant. 3. Water gently so the glue stays dry.

Disco Ball Crafts You Can Use Every Day: Coasters

Not all disco ball crafts are just for looks. Mirror tile coasters are useful every single day and add a little shine to the coffee table. Glue the squares onto cork or wooden coaster blanks and add felt pads under them to protect your table. They make a great set to give a friend who loves a party. Tie four together with a ribbon and you have a gift that costs very little. Would you make yours round or square?

You will need: cork or wooden coaster blanks, mirror mosaic sheets, clear waterproof sealer, felt pads, glue.

How to make it: 1. Glue the mirror squares onto each coaster blank. 2. Brush a clear sealer over the top and let it cure. 3. Stick felt pads on the bottom.

Make It Spin With LED Light

The real magic of a disco ball happens when light hits it. A small LED spotlight aimed at a hanging ball scatters dots of light across the walls and ceiling, perfect for a party or a cozy movie night. Use only battery or plug in LED lights, never candles. Hang the ball from a strong ceiling hook so it stays put. Keep mirrors away from sunny windows near curtains, since focused sunlight can get hot. Who would you invite to your disco night?

You will need: a disco ball, a ceiling hook rated for the weight, a small LED spotlight, fishing line.

How to make it: 1. Hang the ball from the hook with strong fishing line. 2. Place the LED spotlight a few feet away and aim it at the ball. 3. Turn down the room lights and enjoy the show.

Disco Mushrooms for a Retro Shelf

Disco mushrooms are pure fun. Mushroom shaped decor is popular on retro shelves, and covering a few in mirror tiles gives them a groovy 70s feeling. Use papier mache or foam mushrooms in different sizes for a cute little group. They look great next to old books and plants. Disco ball crafts in odd shapes like these always get people talking. Would you make one big one or a little family?

You will need: papier mache or foam mushroom shapes, mirror mosaic sheets, glue, gloves.

How to make it: 1. Cover the caps first with rows of mirror squares. 2. Cover the stems or paint them white. 3. Group them in odd numbers on a shelf.

Disco Ball Crafts for a New Year’s Eve Table

End the year with a table that sparkles. A row of disco balls in mixed sizes down the middle makes an instant runner, and it looks amazing in photos. Use the ornaments and balls you made earlier in the season so nothing goes to waste. Add some confetti and you are ready for midnight. These disco ball crafts can be packed away and used again next year. How will you ring in the new year?

You will need: disco balls and ornaments in mixed sizes, a dark tablecloth, confetti, small rings or cups to keep balls from rolling.

How to make it: 1. Lay the cloth and place small cups or rings down the center. 2. Set a ball on each one, mixing sizes. 3. Sprinkle confetti around just before guests arrive.

A Kid Safe Disco Ball With Foam Squares

Kids want to join the fun too, and this version has no glass at all. Silver craft foam cut into small squares gives a sparkly look without any sharp edges. A paper or foam ball and a glue stick are all they need. It is a great rainy day project and a sweet ornament for their own tree. Let them mix in a few colored squares to make it their own. Which little helper will make one with you?

You will need: a foam or paper ball, silver craft foam or shiny cardstock, safety scissors, glue sticks, ribbon.

How to make it: 1. Cut the silver foam into small squares with safety scissors. 2. Glue the squares onto the ball in rows. 3. Add a ribbon loop and hang it up.