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Your guests will forget they even have thumbs when you break out the s’mores maker.

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Promising review: "I’ve been wanting a little s’more maker for the house —something easy to use indoors, reliable, and perfect for both kids and adults. This one has been a huge hit! We used it at my daughter’s Halloween party, and now we even roast s’mores before bed. With colder weather coming, I can’t wait to pair s’mores with a warm cup of hot chocolate!

I love how easy this s’more maker is to clean, so I’d highly recommend it! Just a reminder — no matter how simple it is to use, always supervise kids around hot appliances." —Dymon Ogburn

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in four styles).

Promising review: "I'm not a big puzzle-r, but we bought this for the family to put together on Christmas day and had so much fun giggling over the various dogs and people. In other words, it gave us talking points, even though we were focused on finding pieces. The puzzle was perfect for a group of adults to finish within the course of a day. It was genuinely dust-free as well (which is always a win). I would definitely buy from this line again." —BeckyS

Promising review: "I bought this for my great nephew. It was a big hit for him and the adults at the party. Small machine with a powerful punch. Highly recommend." —Jeff

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 15 colors).

The set includes 12 reference color-matching cards corresponding to the pattern, two acrylic paint sets (each with 12 different colors), two wooden easel holders, eight three-packs of paintbrushes, three pens, and eight paint trays.

Promising review: "I ordered this for our family beach vacation. It was a huge hit! I ordered the one with beach scenes/items. Ages in our group were 10 to 63. It had everything we needed except for cups of water and paper towels to rinse the brushes. It's a great value for the money. Everyone went home with a nice memento of our time together. I'm so glad I found this kit." —C Hardy

Get it from Amazon for $30.39+ (available in 30 styles).

Promising review: "Super low effort, which is exactly why they work. You just grab a card and go. Some questions are funny, some are more thoughtful, but nothing feels heavy or awkward. We used these during a get-together and somehow ended up sitting around talking way longer than usual. It just kind of keeps things going naturally." —elizabeth finnegan

The kit includes 12 cookies, one tub of vanilla frosting, and a canister of sprinkles.

Get it from Cheryl's Cookies for $34.99 (originally $39.99).

It comes with two sizes of paracord ropes, 20 buckles, two carabiners, two key rings, two D-rings, a paracord needle, a tape measure, and instructions in a drawstring bag. The paracord can be "sewn" with the needle or woven to create a variety of different things, including bracelets and keychains. 

Promising review: "This kit comes with so many color choices. The little booklet was very helpful when making the bracelets. A 12-year-old was able to follow the directions and complete a bracelet without assistance (except for the melting of the cords at the beginning and end). I would advise getting a jig to hold the bracelet more stably when working. There are plenty of end clips to choose from, and the two different paracord sizes make it so you can make even more varied designs. This was a fun vacation activity." —djor

Get it from Amazon for $14.71+ (available in three colors).

It comes with 150 pieces of origami paper, chenille stems, buttons, jewels, and an instruction book. 

Promising review: "This was so much fun to do with the kids! Great instructions and great quality! We will definitely be customers again!" —Michelle

Get it from Amazon for $25.56 (available in two styles and a larger set).

Each player takes turns drawing and guessing. Keep things interesting by doing a round with eyes closed or without picking up the pencil. Unlike Pictionary, the other team can steal your win! 

Promising review: "We love family games and have been big fans of Pictionary for years, but after a while, the cards get boring. This is such a funny take on Pictionary. We laugh so much when we play this game! It is one of our family favorites. We are two adults and two tween kids, and we all love it." —Miss Thang

"Bought for my son-in-law as part of Christmas. His family loved it. They traveled after Christmas and took this game to play with family and some friends. You could hear people laughing in the background when my daughter called me. Everyone loved it. That's a good sign for a great fun time." —Katie L.

ClickityPrints is a small business that specializes in printable goods. 

Get it from ClickityPrints on Etsy for $1.60 (for a downloadable PDF).

Players take turns tossing the popdarts at the target. First person/team to 24 points wins! 

Promising review: "Worth the $$$$ in laughs. I got this game as a gift for my teenage nephews, and it was a hit... When my daughter’s friends come over, we play. Great family game, too." —LL2

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors).

Promising review: "Fun game for all ages and multi-generational play... Everyone has to make up an answer, and you have to guess which definition is the real one." —Zachary Weinberger

Promising review: "The whole family loves them! Lots of fun! Good quality print, would buy again!" —Newterra

Promising review: "Excited about having this for game nights. We played this game with a few friends, and when I tell you, we played a good while and laughed until we started spitting out beverages. Definitely fun for the family and good value for the money." —Mr. N. Cohen

Promising review: "I teach a college class. This is a great way to break the ice with new students. I usually have them break into groups and ask each other a few of these questions. Then I will have them rotate. I’ve gotten great feedback from students saying they appreciate this activity to get to know the other students in class." —MarcoBroChill

It comes with 20 key chain rings, 20 snap clips, 10 lobster clips, and 12 rolls of plastic cord.

Promising review: "Great products! We made keychains from the strings and have gotten so many compliments on how fun and high-end they look because of the great quality of the strings. The color selection is amazing. They’re vibrant, iridescent, and just beautiful, unlike some other products that look kinda tacky. Would definitely purchase again and recommend for crafts." —Jaclyn C.

Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (also available in another style).

It comes with four roasting forks and a detachable serving tray. 

Promising review: "This is a nice fondue set! We made chocolate-dipped marshmallows, pretzels, and strawberries! The melting bowl worked perfectly and was easy to clean. Everyone enjoyed making and eating yummy treats! Can’t wait until our next party!" —Shopaholic

The kit includes 18 squeeze bottles in 14 colors, a reusable storage bin, a table cover, 12 gloves, 90 rubber bands, and a guidebook with tips and ideas. 

My friends and I tie-dye every summer, and this kit makes it SO easy. Since the kit includes bottles, clean-up is super easy, and the colors come out vibrant. Pro tip: I tend to get the best results when I dampen items before dyeing. 

Promising review: "I’ve ordered this kit several times. My team uses it as a pre-season activity, and the dyes are enough for our large group of 12 to all dye their shirts. The bottles are easy to use, and there is very minimal leakage." —Natalie

Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (also available in two larger set sizes).

Don't forget to pick up some crayons, markers, or colored pencils to go with it. 

Promising review: "I put this out for a group event, and it fit really well across my six-person table. Everyone had a great time coloring, and no marker bled through onto my table. I do wish it were a bit thicker, though. We all had to make sure it wasn't bleeding through while coloring, and some of us had to avoid layering colors to prevent it from bleeding through. I think if your kids/adults just have Crayola markers, you're fine, but artistic markers are a different story." —Hawkeye

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 13 designs).

It comes with a cage, board, balls, 18 bingo cards, and chips. 

Promising review: "I played the game with adults and the kids. We had so much fun. When it was time to go home, one of the kids said I just love bingo. So I purchased this for them, and they are having a blast!" —Mickey unverzagt

Get it from Amazon for $19.59 (also available in three other sets).

I've played versions of this in a few settings, including work mixers, at a wedding shower, and with a group of folks of all ages with special needs, and it was a hit every single time. It makes conversation so breezy! 

Get it from GamesPantry on Etsy for $2.50 (for a downloadable PDF).

Promising review: "So fun for family game night! Bigger mat, durable spinner, and perfect size for kids and adults. Excellent value for parties and active play. It's a great design and easy to set up, lots of gameplay options." —Shelby

Players take turns trying to get the ring on the hook. It comes with a hook, a ring with a string, a bottle opener, and installation hardware.

Promising review: "Easy to assemble and everyone of all ages loves this thing. My teenage niece, uncle, husband, and house guests all stop to play. It's good quality, has held up well for the two months I've had it so far, and is pretty fun!" —Jonelle

Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in seven styles).

It comes with six rings, instructions, and a carrying case. 

Promising review: "This is awesome. We keep it at the campground for games to play with the kids. It is very easy to put together. It is nice wood and rope material. There is a nice bag for easy storage. All ages can play this game." —Hannah Stuewe

Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in two sizes).

The set includes jars, lids, spoons, and labels.

Promising review: "These small plastic jars with lids and spoons are incredibly versatile and useful. I’ve used them for ice cream toppings at a party and also for holding beads for crafts, and they worked perfectly for both. The size is just right for small items without taking up a lot of space.

They’re very easy to wash, which makes reusing them a breeze, and I love that they stack neatly for storage when not in use. The lids fit well, and the little spoons are a great added bonus. Overall, these jars are practical, well-sized, and great for parties, crafts, or organizing small items. I’m really glad I purchased them!" —Britt

Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in many sizes and quantities).

Promising review: "It’s a great icebreaker and perfect for group play with kids and families. Durable, colorful, and super entertaining. Love the big cards." —Carol Diaz

The set includes two upright ladder-shaped targets, three blue bolas, and three red bolas. Players take turns tossing the bolas at the ladders and earn points for every one they wrap around a rung. 

Promising review: "We purchased to take camping. Great item! Easy to assemble and disassemble. Made for a great time for all! Definitely a great purchase." —Christi G

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