A gingerbread person cut out of cardstock paper that guests can decorate with craft supplies and then bring to the party to show off their creationsA recipe card that reads something like:
Recipe for a good time:
A box of gumdrops or peppermint candies topped with a label that invites guests to bring them to the party to use at decorating timeA flyer or postcard printed with an image of a gingerbread man. The heading can read something such as “Run, run as fast as you can to Callie’s gingerbread party!”
Gingerbread printed placematsAn apron draped over each chair and a chef’s hat at each place settingGingerbread patterned bowls, filled with goodies for decoratingA large gingerbread house as the centerpiece
Pre-packaged gingerbread house kits are certainly the easiest way to go, but if you wish to bake your own, you’ll need a gingerbread house recipe. Another option is to have the kids build their gingerbread houses using milk cartons and graham crackers. Since decorating the houses will take a good amount of time, it may be best for the gingerbread houses to be pre-assembled, and one placed at each place setting before guests arrive. For occasions where time isn’t an issue, however, the “bake and build your own” method is certainly a fun way to go! In addition to a gingerbread house at each workspace, children should also have decorating supplies within their reach. You can add small bowls of candy and frosting to each place setting, or divide the ingredients so that two or three kids can share them at a time. Suggestions for decorations include:
White icing: Enough for each child to coat their homes in snow as well as to use as the glue for sticking all of their decorations to their structuresCandy canes and small round peppermint candiesGumdrops, spice drops, and spice ringsMini marshmallowsSmall, round, color-coated, chocolate candiesLicoriceLollipopsGingerbread people cookiesChristmas tree shaped cookies
For dessert, some gingerbread inspired options include:
Gingerbread cookies and milkGingerbread cupcakesHot cocoa
More ideas for gingerbread party favors:
Gingerbread cookie cuttersGingerbread scented hand soapGingerbread apronsMittensGingerbread ornaments
