Tonight I had my first Ornament Exchange Party. I got this idea from my friend, Aunna from Washington. She had these each year and they were a lot of fun.
I had 13 friends over and they all brought a wrapped ornament. We exchanged it White-elephant style. There were a lot of cute ornaments. I brought a green pickle, which is a German tradition. We have the tradition of hiding the pickle each year on the tree and the first one to find the pickle opens the first present. It was a hit. The gift I stole and kept was a Russian doll, which is so cute! Each of the guests brought a plate of Christmas treats. After the party, they each got to exchange treats and take a plate of yummy treats home to their family.
I made chocolate dipped red velvet balls. I got the recipe from this site. They took a while to make, but they were amazing.
I don't have any pictures from that night and I'm bummed. I guess I'll have to take lots next year when I have another Ornament Exchange Party. I am so glad I have great friends to come and party with me even though it is such a busy time of the year. Next year, I'll have to have it earlier in the month before it gets crazy with Christmas.
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