Crappy Christmas: Christmas Party Idea for Teens
- Kelly Kirstein
- 8 hours ago
- 3 min read
A Fun and Affordable Christmas Party Idea for Teens
that won't break the bank
Let's be honest. None of us need anything, but having a Christmas Party & opening some gifts is still fun.
If you want a creative theme that will make teens laugh, look no further. You will find inspiration and tips on how to pull off a successful party.
You'll find everything from what items to collect and how to games and other fun. Plus you'll find a free printable to make the gift exchange fun and easy.
Grab your ugly Christmas and Santa hat and let's get planning.
Step 1: Gather Donations
Social media, like Facebook, is there perfect place to put out the word that you are looking for donations for your "Crappy Christmas Party."
In your post, mention the items you want that people may have stashed in their houses. It's a great way for people to clear out clutter. Let people know that the items can be cute or ugly. It doesn't matter.
Suggested Used Donation Items:
Art supplies
Candles
Jewelry
Notepads
Magnets
Scarves
Hats
Stuffed animals
Pens, pencils, or other junk drawer items
Picture frames
Flashlights
Small Decorations
Toys
Suggested New Items
Chapstick
Lip gloss
Stickers
Gum
Candy
Water bottles
Mini hygiene products
Sample Social Media Posts:
ISO CRAPPY CHRISTMAS PARTY DONATIONS.
Used Items we accept: Art Supplies, Office supplies, Candles, jewelry, small decor
items, baseball hats, snow globes…
Must be new: Makeup, hairbrushes, nail polish, hygiene items, water bottles, or candy,
This is a great way to clear out little things in your house. They can be cute or ugly. We don’t care. Contact Kelly, if you are interested in donating to the fun!
When donations are received, make sure to express gratitude to your donors. This not only acknowledges those who have already contributed but also encourages others to donate.
Step 2: Prepare Your Gifts
Wrapping the gifts may be the most cost-effective, but if you have the budget I recommend heading to Dollar Tree to grab some inexpensive gift bags. Instead of spending money on tissue paper, use old grocery sacks or packing material from boxes you receive in the mail.
To assemble, put the gift bags in a line on a counter or kitchen table. Creating piles of cute and crappy items. It's usually a good idea to try to mix a combination of cute and crappy items in each bag. Teens tend to lose interest in the gifts if there is nothing that they want in them.
If you find you have more crappy gifts than cute adding candy or gum is a great way to add something teens want.
Step 3: Party Games
Picking up a pack of red solo cups prepares you for easy and entertaining party games. Be sure to get the 16 oz cups.
These simple party games will keep the energy high and the laughs coming.
Hungry Hungry Reindeer Game. You will need red solo cups and big marshmallows to play
Balloon Cup Challenge. Grab a party balloon and a red solo cup for this game.
Head, Shoulders, Knees, Toes, Cup. This game only requires a cup.
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Step 5: Party Food Ideas
Whether you supply the snacks or request that teens bring something to share, great snacks always enhance the party.
Snack Ideas
Christmas cookies
Popcorn bar
Ice cream sundaes
Chex Mix
Step 6: Don't Forget the Invites
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