![]() ![]() ![]() YouTube has lots of options for video tutorials with step-by-step instructions that are perfect for sip parties. Now for the fun part! Decide on which painting you’ll turn into your own masterpiece. Hair dryer – a good trick for speeding up the drying process between layers.Paper towels – for cleaning up spills but also have a few at each station so you can wipe off excess water or paint from brushes.Paper plates – to use as painting palettes.Drop cloth and/or table covers – make sure to cover areas you want protected canvas works well but you can also get plastic ones.Aprons or clothes you don’t mind getting dirty – you can encourage guests to bring their own or buy a set.Easels – the small tabletop kind work best make sure they will fit your canvas size, otherwise they’ll poke through your canvas painting or fall over.Canvas panels – I like the 16×20 size, but you can scale down if you have less space.Paint brushes – at a minimum you’ll want three paint brush sizes – a large one for painting big areas, a medium one for creating shapes, and a small pointy one for the fine details.Acrylic paint – it’s easy to blend, dries fast, and washes off your hands you mainly just need a set with primary colors.If you’d rather get individual painting supplies, here’s a list of what you need: Or this set on Amazon would be great for a group of six. Here are a few options that can be ordered individually through Etsy: ![]() One way to make it more affordable is to have your guests purchase their own kits to bring with them. If you’re wondering about painting party costs, it can get a little pricey for a larger group. And this one is great for birthday parties. If you’re having a larger paint and sip party, you can get creative with an evite, Facebook event, or even snail-mail invitations.Įtsy has some great options for ones you can download and customize yourself. Invitationsįor something like a date night, there’s no need for formal invitations (but if you really want to, you can do what I did and send your significant other an “official invite” via text from the next room). If it’s a special occasion or a work team-building event and you need a larger venue, you could check with your favorite restaurant to see if they have a room for private events. Just make sure there’s a spot with good lighting and enough table space to spread out. This way you don’t have to worry about driving after all that painting and Pinot Noir. I recommend having it in the comfort of your own home. ![]() Once you’ve figured out your guest list, it’s all about choosing the right place for your event. I find it’s best to keep paint parties to 6-8 people or less so there’s enough elbow room and everyone can see the tutorial. Your dining room table that seats 10 adults and 2 children at Thanksgiving (with a little squeezing) may only hold half that once you set up all the painting supplies. Is it a girls (or guys!) night? Family fun night? Or a date night with just the two of you? This helps me share new wine destinations with you and I only recommend products and services that I love and think you’ll love too! Guest Listįirst things first, you’ll want to decide on what type of event you’re having. Recommendations may be affiliate links on which I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. What Food to Serve at Your Wine and Painting Party ![]()
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