08/04/2022
Pass the parcel is an absolute MUST for a young children's party. Here are our top 5 tips (years of learning the hard way!)
1. Choose a small prize...after the 9th layer of paper goes on you'll be thankful the parcel isn't bigger than your smallest guest.
2. Make sure the last layer has different coloured paper so you know you have reached the end of game. Spoilers for grown ups only!
3. Make sure there is enough layers for each of your party guests to unwrap. A sweet on each layer is very welcome.
4. Before you start wrapping the parcel, put out the number of sweets for the layers you need. That way, you won't lose count when a small person shouts or the kettle boils and have to start again. Trust us, it has happened.
5. If you have more than 12-15 guests, the game will be a test of endurance for you and your guests. Consider doing two smaller parcels at the same time. Good luck to the music stopper!
BONUS tip...have some extra sweets if extra children turn up!