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    The 5 Best Holiday Party Games

    January 6, 2020 /

    When you host a holiday party, its essential that you have good food, good drinks, and good games. Sometimes it can be difficult to come up with great party game ideas, but thankfully I have come up with a few favorites for you! I like to play a variety of games at my holiday parties, including organized bigger games such as the plastic wrap ball game, unwrap the present with mittens game, and holiday trivia, but I also organize some quicker “minute to win it games” that are fun and easy for people to play throughout the party. When you host your next holiday party, be sure to check out…

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    Holiday Trivia Party Game with Free Printables

    January 6, 2020 /

    One of my favorite games to play is trivia. Its moderately difficult but very fun to see what you and a team of friends can answer when you put your heads together. For holiday parties, trivia is a great way to get your guests to team up and put their holiday knowledge to the test. I created this fun holiday trivia printable that you can use for your holiday parties and test your friends holiday knowledge. How to Play: Have your guests gather in groups of 3-5 depending on the size of the party. I like to have 4-5 teams competing in trivia. Hand each team a copy of my…

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    The Plastic Wrap Ball Game – The Best Holiday Party Game EVER!

    January 6, 2020 /

    If you have never played this game, warning, its addicting and super fun! This game is our all time favorite game not only to play at the holidays, but pretty much at any party. My teen loves this game and we often play it at birthday parties for her. The best part about this game is you can completely customize it for your party and crowd. Today I will show you how to create and play the plastic wrap ball game – the best holiday party game ever – specifically tailored for a Christmas or holiday party. How to create a plastic wrap ball The plastic wrap ball game is…

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    Peppermint White Chocolate Vodka Holiday Cocktail

    January 6, 2020 /

    Every holiday party needs a festive holiday cocktail. Something that brings in the flavors and colors of the season, but is easy to make and can be made ahead of time for your guests. My favorite holiday cocktail to make for my guests at parties is my Peppermint White Chocolate Vodka Holiday Cocktail. With just 3 ingredients and no complicated mixing involved, it’s a no-fuss cocktail that looks beautiful when served in a martini glass rimmed with sugar. Here is how to make my Peppermint White Chocolate Vodka Holiday Cocktail. To make this drink you will need the following: Vodka White Chocolate Liqueur Peppermint Schnapps Red and silver dusting sugar…

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    Simple and Festive Holiday Spiked Punch

    January 6, 2020 /

    Spiked punch is so easy to make and is quite the crowd pleaser. My simple and festive spiked punch is a an easy drink to serve at your holiday party, especially if you are planning on a lot of attendees. With just a few ingredients, it not only is easy to make but looks gorgeous when presented at your party. Here is how to make a simple and festive holiday spiked punch. First, be sure to have a large punch bowl set for serving. Alternatively, you can use large pitchers or beverage dispensers (just be careful as the cranberries can clog some dispensers). I like using a punch bowl because…

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    How to Create a Festive & Rustic Holiday Charcuterie Board

    January 6, 2020 /

    Charcuterie boards are probably my favorite appetizer item to serve at every party, gathering, and holiday. They are fairly easy to assemble, and the options are endless. With so many meats, cheeses, jams, and other treats to choose from, a charcuterie board is not only fun to make, but usually a crowd pleaser because it has a little bit of everything on it. Here is how I create a festive & rustic holiday charcuterie board to serve to family and friends at our parties and gatherings. First, you need to have some kind of serving dish large enough to accommodate the charcuterie board you are creating. I like to serve…

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    Where to Create Nice Wedding Invitations You Can Customize

    December 19, 2019 /

    Tis the season for… weddings! With the new year just around the corner it is time for New Year’s Resolutions and a brand new year filled with fun events, some of which will surely be the union of two people – a wedding! This is a big deal (at least for my own it was) and so you definitely want to start it off with the perfect wedding invitation. Wedding invitations set the tone for the event, so having the perfect invite is always an important step in the wedding planning process. With Basic Invite, you can create nice wedding invitations for every taste, and a completely customizable FREE make…

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    Easy No-Spread Cutout Gingerbread Cookies with White Piping

    December 16, 2019 /

    I have a small obsession with decorating cookies which started a few years ago. Now, I look for any reason I can to whip up a batch of cookies so I can practice my hand at my piping skills. White piping always has such a beautiful look over gingerbread cookies; the contrast in color makes the piping look so elegant. To make cutout gingerbread cookies you need to start with a no-spread recipe so that your gingerbread shapes will cutout and remain perfectly shaped after baking. This recipe is no-fail, and will result in perfectly shaped gingerbread cookies every time. Baking Gingerbread Cookies Making these cookies is really simple, takes…

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