2012 Virtual Holiday Cookie Swap

Cookie SwapParty PlanningTimeline Three Weeks to One Month Ahead: * Determine guest list * Send invitations to guests Two Weeks Ahead: * Collect RSVPs and cookie recipes from guests * Combine recipes into booklet and print copies for each guest * Print out place card labels for the cookie display * Shop for party goods (i.e. paper plates and napkins) and cookie packaging options One Week to Four Days Ahead: * Deck the halls (or at least the party space) with festive decor * Make a shopping list of ingredients for your cookies and party food that you’ll be serving Three Days Ahead: * Shop for ingredients * Bake sugar cookies for decorating station (if you plan to have one; store at room temp), make frosting and refrigerate * Create a fun music playlist for the party Two Days Ahead: * Set the cookie table with a festive tablecloth and enough platters, plates and cake stands to hold each guest’s batch of cookies * Bake your allotted cookies for the party (store at room temp) One Day Ahead: * Prepare punch or cocktail mix (withhold alcohol and any carbonated ingredients until right before the party) * Prepare savory foods for the party and refrigerate The Day Of: * Cook or heat savory party foods * Set out party goods, cookie labels, your own cookies, and cookie packaging * Set up punch and beverage area * Enjoy the party!