HOSTING TIPS

Tips for Hosting a Successful Kids’ Holiday Cookie Party

Hosting a cookie decorating party this year? Read through these tips first so your cookie party goes smoothly. I’ve shared my top cookie decorating ideas, the necessary cookie decorating supplies, and more!

Let’s get started!

‘Tis the season for all things holiday baking! I’ve been hard at work over the past week getting organized for the holiday cookie decorating party I hosted last night for my kids and a few of their neighbor friends. I thought it would be a fun activity for them to do as we gear up for our Christmas holiday.

PLANNING

Just like with any event you might host, planning ahead is key. Make a game plan for what you want your cookie party to look like.

QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF

– How many kids/families do I want to invite?  – How many kids/families do I want to invite? – Do you want parents to attend or is it a drop off party? – Do you want to decorate cookies or swap already prepared cookies and recipes? – How many types of cookies do you want to offer? – Do you want guests to bring supplies for decorating? – Will you have a set beginning/end time for your party or will it be a drop in open house?

SET UP

Setting up before your guests arrive will make things more organized, less messy, and a lot more fun. Here are a few tips for easy set up.

ORGANIZE

1. Bake the Cookies 2. Purchase any store-bought cookies 3. Purchase decorating supplies 4. Make or purchase frosting 5. Line the Table with Butcher Paper

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