Holiday parties crowd the schedule during December, leaving little free time to attend all the celebrations, let alone plan one of your own. Hosting an ornament exchange is an easy way to organize a party during this busy season.
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The concept is simple, and works like a white elephant exchange: have each guest bring an ornament, hand-made or store-bought, wrapped in gift wrap. Guests sit in a circle, and take turns either unwrapping an ornament from the pile, or stealing an already-opened ornament from another guest. The emphasis in this party is simplicity and ease. No elaborate baked goods, no ma jor craft projects to create the dĂŠcor. A simple but striking backdrop made from ornaments hung with ribbons is perfect for the theme. Centerpieces of dishes piled with more ornaments are gorgeous, and amazingly easy to throw together at the last minute. A printable set from Frog Prince Paperie, with its Deck the Halls theme, is perfect for an Ornament Exchange party.
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