21 Creative and Exciting DIY Gender Reveal Ideas to Share the Big News - Simplymarla (2024)

A gender reveal is one of the most exciting moments in your pregnancy journey that everyone can be a part of! Creating the perfect gender reveal can be quiet the challenge, so we have created a list of 21 amazing DIY gender reveal ideas you can copy if you are looking for unique and budget friendly ideas for the big day!

As someone who just had their very own gender reveal, I know just how difficult it can be coming up with the perfect reveal for your big moment. I am a crafty person and often DIY things instead of paying full price for the item or for someone to design the vision for me. I believe opting for a DIY gender reveal is not only perfect for those on a budget but also offers a wonderful opportunity to actively participate in the excitement of your reveal day.

In this blog post, we’ll explore 21 creative and exciting ideas that will leave an unforgettable experience for you, your partner, and your loved ones. Whether you are looking for DIY gender reveal ideas for a party, DIY gender reveal decor ideas or DIY gender reveal idea to unveil the secret, keep reading for some unique ideas. We have ideas for everyone including the gender reveal secret keeper and gender reveals for just you and your partner.

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Best DIY Gender Reveal Ideas

1. DIY Gender Reveal Tic Tac Toe

I may be a little biased but how cute is this gender reveal DIY! This is my gender reveal DIY that we created the night before the reveal and it made the perfect backdrop and photo opportunity. To accomplish this look, we purchased a wooden backdrop from Hobby Lobby and hung 12 wooden circles onto it with command hooks. We decorated the arch with pink and blue balloons and some ultrasound pictures.

The object of this gender reveal is to get three matching colors in a row to reveal the gender of your baby. I gave my sister the gender and she mapped out the colors so that we would be surprised the day of the reveal. Typically, you want to make your board mimic a tic tac toe board which contains 9 circles. She wanted to make it a little more time consuming and did 12 circles. We almost didn’t see the 3 pink circles diagonally across! We completed with the reveal with some cute confetti poppers for the family to set off.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• BALLOON ARCH KIT
• WOODEN CIRCLES (9-12 circles)
• WOODEN ARCH
• MINI COMMAND HOOKS (9-12 hooks)
• RIBBON
• BLUE AND PINK PAINT & PAINT BRUSHES
• MEASURING TAPE
• STRING
• PENCIL

1. First, paint your wooden circles on one side either pink or blue and allow them to dry before hanging.
2. Once your circles have dried completely, you can now decorate them to display a message, picture or just the color. You can write the babies possible names, girl or boy or display a cute bottle or pacifier. We printed it’s a girl or boy on the appropriate tile and then just stuck a simple question mark on the opposite side. Be sure to put a small hole in your circles so that you can string through any ribbon for hanging them.
3. Now that your circles are decorated and ready to go, go ahead and map out where you want the circles to go onto your wooden arch. We did a 4×3 pattern to prolong the reveal. Most people prefer the 3×3 like a traditional tic tac toe game. With a ruler or measuring tape, plan the distance between your circles to make sure they are even spaced. We used a level for this part to make sure they were perfectly straight but it still wasn’t perfect because each loop of string was different.
4. Once you have a plan for our circles, stick your mini command hooks onto the wooden arch and loop string through your wooden circles. Hang the circles to create 3 in a row for the gender of the baby. We create cute bows out of ribbon to hide the command hooks and add some decor to the reveal.
5. Lastly, create your balloon arch to frame your wooden arch that will display your gender. Use the plastic string that come in the kit to guide your balloons in a straight line. Then, bend the balloons arch once they get closer to the curved part. Be sure to secure your balloons in the wooden arch or the walls with string. We wrapped string around the balloons and taped it to the wall so that the balloon arch would not fall or droop down. Fill in any gaps with extra balloons and add a small cluster on the opposite side of your arch on the floor. We stuck some ultrasound pictures on the balloons for a unique and personalized touch!

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2. Balloon Gender Reveal Idea

Fill a large box with pink or blue helium balloons and have the mom and dad-to-be pop it open to reveal the colored balloons. Attach the balloons to a string for a photo op or just have someone put helium filled balloons into a box and open them to watch your reveal. This is an easy DIY gender reveal idea if you are the gender keeper and want and easy affordable DIY idea.

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3. DIY Baby Reveal Idea

How adorable is this DIY gender reveal idea for your social media post! To recreate this gender reveal DIY idea, have your gender keeper buy pink or blue paint and blindfold you two. Then, allow them to guide your hands into the paint and press the paint onto your t-shirt for the big reveal. Not only is this probably the most affordable DIY idea, but it is also the easiest.

4. Gender Reveal Cupcakes

Create a batch of gender reveal cupcakes filled with a center revealing the baby’s gender! First you must bake a box of cupcakes (preferably light batter to see color easier). Once they have cooled down completely, carve out a small area in the center for your gender reveal. Then fill the center with frosting of the genders color and cover the hole with the cupcake piece you previously cut out. Finally, frost and decorate your cupcakes with pink and blue sprinkles and cute cupcake toppers.

5. Gender Reveal Balloon Backdrop

We love this unique and fun gender reveal balloon backdrop idea for your gender reveal party. This is a great photo opportunity for you and your guests and it is pretty easy to DIY if you are on a budget.

6. DIY Gender Reveal Centerpieces

Are you looking for an easy, last minute centerpiece for your gender reveal party? Create these pink and blue floral arrangements to decorate your party! Simply buy a pack of blue mason jars and fill them with fresh pink flowers from the local florist or super market.

TIP: Trader Joes has the best florals if you are on a budget. Check them out for all your party needs!

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7. DIY Gender Reveal Backdrop Idea

A backdrop is important to your gender reveal because it is a great photo opportunity for your friends, family and your partner. Create your own gender reveal backdrop by stacking 4 boxes on top of one another and wrapping them in a neutral wrapping paper. With a stencil, trace out the letters B-A-B-Y and fill in the letters with white paint to create this easy DIY gender reveal idea.

8. DIY Gender Reveal Confetti Box

Do you like the idea of confetti but are scared of the noise the poppers and cannons make? Then this DIY gender reveal is for you! Create your very own DIY gender reveal confetti box that reveals the color of your baby’s gender when you pull the string.

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9. Gender Reveal Balloon Popping Game

Create this fun and exciting baby gender reveal game for you and your family to reveal the baby’s gender! Take turns throwing darts at the balloons until you finally pop the only one that is pink or blue confetti in it! Another great option is to just fill the balloons with pink and blue confetti and use this as a game after the reveal to entertain guests after they have already found out the gender.

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10. DIY Gender Reveal Guessing Game

Create a countdown calendar leading up to the big reveal, building excitement until the final unveiling moment. Have your guests write their names on a post it and place the post it on the date they think the baby will be born or the due date. The person closest to the due date wins a prize!

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11. DIY Baby Themed Dessert Idea

How adorable are these DIY dessert ideas for a gender reveal party! Add edible eyeballs to donuts and stick pacifiers into the donut’s holes to create this funny and cute dessert idea for your guests to experience!

12. DIY Gender Reveal Beverage Idea

Create these festive pink and blue fun beverages for your guests to enjoy at your gender reveal. Purchase a bag of pink and blue cotton candy and stick a pinch of it on the top of small shot glasses filled with a bubbly non alcoholic beverage or a tasty bottle of champagne.

13. Gender Reveal Party Idea

Have your guests take party in the DIY process by signing the baby’s first onesie with a cute and memorable message. This will not only be a memory for the future baby but also for the parents to be. If you are hosting a gender reveal party, highly consider the DIY for a keepsake.

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14. DIY Gender Reveal Bows

Create gender reveal bows for your guests to wear during your gender reveal party. They can wear their guess of the babies gender proudly on their clothes until the big reveal moment.

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15. DIY Gender Reveal Voting Station

Team boy or team girl? Have your family and friends to cast their vote and mark off if they think the future baby will be a boy or a girl. This is such an easy and fun way to involve guests in the big reveal day.

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16. Gender Reveal Announcement Idea

This is one of the most creative and fun DIY gender reveal ideas for you and your partner to do at the same time! Create one pink/girl box and one blue/boy boy for each of you to hold. Have your designated gender keeper fill the box of your babies gender with confetti, streamers and balloons. Seal both boxes with a small piece of tape. At the same time, the parents to be will flip their boxes and the box full of confetti and goodies is the baby’s gender!

17. Gender Reveal Party Punch

Brew up your very own pink and blue punch for your guests to enjoy during your gender reveal party. Not only are these drinks decorative and pretty to look at, they also taste amazing!

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18. DIY Old Wives Tale Guessing Game

Looking for a fun and engaging activity for your next gathering? Try this DIY Old Wives Tale Guessing Game! This nostalgic game brings a twist to traditional baby showers or gender reveal parties, allowing guests to put their intuition to the test. Simply compile a list of old wives’ tales related to pregnancy or baby gender, such as “craving sweet foods means it’s a girl” or “carrying high means it’s a boy.” Have your guests take a vote and count up the tallies at the end!

19. DIY Gender Reveal Photo Booth Idea

Set up a gender reveal photo booth with props and colored accessories for a playful and shareable experience. This DIY gender reveal backdrop is super easy to create and affordable. Line up pink, blue, and white streamers to the desired size and hang a cute banner over top of it.

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20. DIY Gender Reveal Squirt Guns

Organize a paint war with water guns filled with washable pink or blue paint, creating a vibrant and Instagram-worthy reveal. On the count of three everyone will shoot their water guns to reveal baby’s gender!

21. Gender Reveal Cake Pops

Bake a cake with a hidden pink or blue food coloring and form them into cake pops to let everyone take a bite to discover the gender.

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Remember that the joy of unveiling your baby’s gender can be as unique as your journey. Whether you choose a DIY confetti box or a simple yet yummy cupcake, the key is to create a moment that reflects your personality and celebrates the anticipation of the newest addition to your family. From budget-friendly options to elaborate creations, these ideas are meant to inspire and guide you toward a memorable gender reveal experience. Here’s to the joyous moments ahead and the excitement of sharing this special chapter with your loved ones!

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