Host a Kid-Friendly Gingerbread House Decorating Party

The best parties are the ones that let kids get involved and be creative. This holiday season, invite kids to join in the fun of an age-old holiday tradition: gingerbread house decorating.

Set the tone (and color palette) for the party with this adorable gingerbread house invitation. Traditional Christmas colors mixed with unexpected gray and graphic patterns create a fresh take for the holidays. Just print, cut and fill in your party details. If hand-delivering the invitations, deliver with a freshly baked gingerbread cookie.

Find a special outfit that your child can wear to parties and gatherings all season long. Department stores, boutiques and online handmade shops are filled with seasonal clothing, like this vintage-inspired dress, weeks before the holiday festivities begin.

Create a dessert buffet inspired by the colors and flavors of the season. To give your dessert table a professional look, use cake stands or wrapped boxes to stack sweets at various heights. String a red-and-green banner atop the buffet.