How to Host a Sugar Cookie Decorating Party with Fondant

Hosting a sugar cookie decorating party is a fun and creative way to bring friends and family together. Fondant makes cookie decorating accessible to all skill levels while offering endless possibilities for beautiful designs. Whether you’re planning a holiday gathering, a birthday celebration, or a casual get-together, a fondant decorating party is sure to be a hit!

In this post, we’ll guide you through everything you need to host a successful sugar cookie decorating party—from preparation to decorating tips to creating a fun atmosphere.

Planning Your Party

Choose a Theme

• A theme sets the tone for your party and helps guests get inspired. Consider ideas like:
  • Seasonal themes (e.g., Christmas, Easter, Spring).
  • Events like birthdays, weddings, or baby showers.
  • Fun motifs like rainbows, animals, or celestial designs.

Set the Date and Invite Guests

• Pick a date and time that allows for a 2–3 hour decorating session.
• Send themed invitations, either digitally or as cute printed cards.

Prepare Your Space

• Set up a large table with enough space for each guest to work comfortably.
• Cover the table with a washable or disposable tablecloth for easy cleanup.

Supplies You’ll Need

Sugar Cookies

• Bake cookies in advance to save time. Stick to simple shapes like circles, hearts, or stars for ease of decorating.

Fondant

• Provide a variety of fondant colors for guests to choose from.
• Include tools like rolling pins, embossing mats, and cutters for shaping and texturing.

Edible Adhesives

• Have edible glue, water, or royal icing on hand for attaching fondant to cookies and layering decorations.

Decorating Tools

• Fondant smoothers, shaping tools, and embossers.
• Food-safe brushes for painting details or applying edible dust.
• Small bowls of cornstarch or powdered sugar to prevent sticking.

Extra Decorations

• Provide edible glitter, sprinkles, and pre-made fondant shapes for extra flair.

Party Setup and Organization

Decorating Stations

• Arrange the tools and supplies at each station:
  • A rolling pin, fondant, and cutters for each guest.
  • Shared tools like embossers and food-safe brushes in the center of the table.

Inspiration Display

• Display a few pre-decorated cookies as examples to inspire your guests.

Snacks and Drinks

• Provide light snacks and beverages to keep guests refreshed. Keep food away from the decorating area to avoid messes.

Party Favors

• Give guests small boxes or bags to take their decorated cookies home.

Guiding Guests Through Decorating

Demonstrate Basic Techniques

• Show your guests how to:
  • Roll out fondant evenly.
  • Use cutters and embossing mats.
  • Attach fondant to cookies with edible glue.

Offer Tips and Tricks

• Share tips like layering fondant for 3D designs or using edible dust for added texture.

Encourage Creativity

• Let guests experiment with their own designs and styles.

Making It Fun and Memorable

Play Music

• Set the mood with a playlist of fun or relaxing music.

Run a Contest

• Have a friendly competition with categories like “Most Creative” or “Best Use of Color.”

Take Photos

• Set up a photo booth or encourage guests to take pictures of their creations for social media.

Sweet Fun for Everyone

A sugar cookie decorating party with fondant is a creative and delicious way to spend time with loved ones. With a little preparation and a lot of imagination, your guests will leave with beautiful cookies and wonderful memories.

So roll out the fondant, grab your favorite cookie cutters, and get ready to host a party that’s as sweet as it is fun. Happy decorating!