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DIY Parties: 5 Fun Ideas

brooklynsupper | October 3rd, 2011 at 11:58 am

I love to throw parties, but now that I have two kids cocktails or dinner parties aren’t always appropriate. That’s why I was happy to run across some ideas for DIY crafting parties over on The Daily Meal. With great options like pie-making, canning, or stationary-making, they’ve got a host of great ideas for fun gatherings that break from the party norm.

Head below the jump for 5 great party ideas.

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Canning Party

Canning can be a lot of work--so why not invite some friends over to help? Consider making a few small batch jams--everyone can contribute different fruits and then take home a variety. Since you’ll be using a ton of dishes and the sink will be busy, serve an easy drink like beer, wine, or a pre-made punch. For food, serve up crisp veggies and chips with a homemade dip.

For more details on planning a canning party visit The Daily Meal

For more from The Daily Meal, check out:

7 Drinks That Fans Miss The Most, 10 Most Watched Cooking Shows, or 10 Best Bar Crawls Around The World.

About the Author

brooklynsupper

Elizabeth Stark and Brian Campbell write the blog Brooklyn Supper, dedicated to seasonal ingredients and wholesome home cooking.

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