When it comes to pulling together a party, inspiration can be found anywhere -- even an office-supply store. Start with neon basics, such as sticky notes and artist tape, and then shop for a few special, handcrafted products online.

Include one big decorative statement. It can be as simple as hanging tassels against a length of kraft paper scrolled to resemble a diploma. Spell out a message in bright tape, affix the scroll to the wall with removable adhesive strips, and encourage guests to write well-wishes on sticky notes. Afterward, the whole thing can be rolled up and given to the grad as a keepsake.

Up the festivity quotient by serving these brownies in clear drinking glasses and topping them with whipped cream, neon sanding sugar (layercakeshop.com), and gum-paste numbers (signesugar.com) that spell out the year.

Greeting card meets minimalist artwork in the 2012 card, which features washi-tape numbers.

$12, Ashley Page Norton

A tassel garland is a chic variation on the usual graduation-cap decorations.

$130 for 12 or $42 for a set of 6 tassels, ConfettiSystem

Spell out the special occasion with these glittery letter and diploma cake toppers by Sarah Foote.

$3 per 1 letter and $26 per dozen diplomas, Signe Sugar

Set out Post-it Notes and markers so guests can write messages to the guest of honor.

3 by 3, in New Neon, $8.50 for a pack of 5, Staples

We used fluorescent artist tape to decorate the paper scroll.

$10 per roll, DaVinci Artist Supply

While you're busy preparing the food, ask the kids to lend a hand by rimming glasses with neon sanding sugar.

In Pink, Orange, and Lime, from $5 for 8 oz., NY Cake

No time to make homemade punch? This fizzy tangerine Italian soda is a delicious ready-made substitute.

$3, Whole Foods

Reminiscent of a midcentury sock hop, this old-school 10-piece punch-bowl set is a classic you'll use again and again.

$40, Crate and Barrel

Even basic brownies feel party-worthy when topped with the decadent King's Cupboard Cream Caramel Sauce.

$9, The Kings Cupboard

Striped wooden ice cream spoons are far cooler -- and greener -- than the usual disposable plastic flatware.

$8 for set of 20, Sucre Shop

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