Are you looking for a unique and creative party or gathering idea? Consider a paint and sip party. This article details some creative paint and sip party ideas, so that you can easily plan your party right at home.
Paint and Sip Ideas
A paint and sip party (Or sip and paint) is an amazing way to get together with friends/family and have fun creating beautiful masterpieces.
It’s easier than you think to successfully host a paint and sip party at home. All you need is something to paint, paint, refreshments, and people.
To get started, you can offer any type of canvas for guests to paint at the party.
You can go the traditional route and provide blank canvases or opt for a more user friendly option with paint by number or pre-drawn canvases.
Some unique items that your guests can also paint include:
- Blank CDs
- Canvas tote bags
- Wine glasses
- Flower pot
- Fabric (Jeans, shirt, pillowcase, etc.)
For the flower pots in particular, you can take it one step further and provide your guests with seed packets. So that they can plant their seeds in their newly designed pot.
Sip and Paint Ideas
How to set up a Paint and Sip at Home
You can host your paint and sip party indoors or outdoors.
One of the main things to consider include finding a space with ample room, for people to sit and spread around the table.
Furthermore, aim for a space that has good lighting so that guests can see what they’re painting.
Please note, if you’re hosting your paint and sip party outdoors, check the weather beforehand. So that wind or rain do not interrupt the party plans.
Painting Materials Needed
Some materials that you will need for your paint and sip party include:
- Paint
- Canvas
- Paint brushes
- Cup of water
- Round paint palette
- Table
- Table cloth
- Tabletop easels
Paint
To begin with, depending on what type of item you and your guests will be painting, you need to offer specific paint that will accommodate that product.
For instance, if you’re painting fabric then you’re going to need fabric paint and fabric markers. Versus if you’re painting a canvas then you can use acrylic paint.
Having a variety of paint colors is also important so that guests can have options as to how they want their design to look.
Paint Brushes
Providing a variety of paint brush sizes for each guest will make it easier to paint small and large sections.
Also, since each guest will have their own paint brush sample, they won’t have to waste time waiting for someone else to finish painting in order to use the brush.
Cup of water
Having a cup filled with water for each guest is important so that they can clean their brushes in between paint colors.
Round paint palettes
An artist paint palette is the tray where each guest can place all of their paint samples. Thus, making it easier and within reach to use each paint color.
Furthermore, the paint round also helps to add an artsy aesthetic to the party decorations.
Tabletop easels
Another element that you can Implement into your party are tabletop easel stands.
Similar to the paint round, it can enhance the visual aesthetics of the party, giving it a painting class vibe.
Furthermore, an easel can make it easier to paint on the canvas. Since the canvas is propped up, it can reduce strain on the neck and back while painting.
When purchasing your tabletop easel stands, make sure to check the size dimensions so that they fit the dimension of your canvases.
Tablecloth
Last but not least, layering your painting table with a tablecloth will help protect it and make for easier clean up.
Paint and Sip Party Ideas
Since this is a paint and slip party, don’t forget to include some delicious sips.
It’s important to note that you aren’t limited to just cocktails in order to have a fun party.
If you and your guests don’t want to drink or you’re not able to drink, you can opt for equally delicious mocktails.
Here are some simple ways that you can elevate your drink offerings:
- Serve the drinks in real glassware
- Garnish with fruits and/or mint
- Add a salt or sugar rim to the glassware
Furthermore, you can expand your refreshment menu by providing light snacks such as crackers, mini appetizers, fruits, cheese, etc. to keep your guests full throughout the party.
Easy Sip and Paint Ideas
Finally, create a fun party atmosphere by playing music while everyone is painting.
Simply put together a playlist of upbeat songs that guests can sing along to, in order to keep the energy up during the painting session.
You can also take song requests from guests to maximize engagement and interaction throughout the party.
