The Edit ~ Beyond the Cookie Cutter ~ Unexpected Fun for Your Next Themed Party

How do we know? We create all sorts of party and event magic with custom and unexpected elements. We also create custom shapes made with custom 3D printed cutters, made to order. These are popular for the perfect wedding edible gifts and for launch events.

Our Top 20 Cookie Cutter Party Styling Ideas

Get ready to impress your guests with these clever and unexpected ways to use cookie cutters:

Edible Delights:

1. Fresh Fruits: Elevate a fruit platter with heart-shaped watermelon, star-pineapples and shamrock kiwis (the fruit, not the people) !
2. Savoury Surprises: Think daisy sandwiches, dinosaur chicken bites, layer 3-4 different coloured slices of cheese, skewer with a pick and cut into cubes for cheese licorice allsorts or diamond canapés with various toppings.
3. Handmade Chocolates: Melt chocolate and pour it into fun shapes on a parchment-lined tray. Get creative – think shooting stars for a space party or butterflies for a garden party!
4. Pancake Power: Ditch the boring circles and whip up heart-shaped pancakes or fried eggs for Valentine’s Day, and ghost-shaped pancakes for Halloween.
5. Blinis & Crepe Creations: Dress up your blinis or crepes with caviar or whipped cream cut into fun shapes like stars, flowers, or even initials for a personalized touch. , Create sunshine crepes for a springtime brunch
6. Artsy Appetizers: Use cookie cutters to shape cheese slices, cold cuts, or vegetables into fun shapes for a visually appealing appetizer platter.
7. Fancy Ice Cubes and Jellies: Freeze water with fruit slices, edible flowers or herbs trapped inside star-shaped ice cube trays, or create colorful heart-shaped jellies for a touch of whimsy.
8. Creative Pizza Toppings: Take your pizza to the next level! Cut pepperoni, veggies, or even pineapple into fun shapes before adding them to the pizza.
9. Mini Quiches & Empanadas: Use cookie cutters to create bite-sized versions of your favorite quiches, breakfast tart or frittatas for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
10. Themed Party Cookies (of course!): Don’t forget the classics! Bake cookies in shapes that match your party theme, from showman top hats to snow boots & Christmas trees to animals, unicorns and mermaids.

Beyond the Edible:

11. Festive Soap: Melt and pour soap into fun shapes for party favors or bathroom guest amenities.
12. Clay Creations: Use cookie cutters to create unique shapes from air-dry clay or modeling dough for crafting projects, party decorations, or personalized place cards.
13. Colorful Play-Doh: Keep the kids entertained with cookie cutters and colorful Play-Doh. They can create themed shapes or build their own miniature worlds. Great party activity just before serving the party lunch.
14. Felt & Paper Cut out shapes from felt or craft papers to create party decorations, garland, or even DIY photo booth props.
15. Confetti Extravaganza: Use cookie cutters to create confetti from colorful construction paper, tissue paper, or even leaves for a festive decoration.
16. Themed Coasters: Cut shapes from cork or felt to create adorable and personalized coasters for your party drinks.
17. Miniature Napkin Art: Fold napkins into cute shapes using cookie cutters as a guide or a base for a creative touch at your table setting.
18. Candle Decorations: Cut out shapes from wax paper and use them as stencils to decorate pillar candles for a touch of elegance.
19. DIY Stencils: Use cookie cutters on fabric, wood, or paper to create custom stencils for invitations or place settings.
20. Playful Placemats: Cut out shapes from contact paper and stick them onto plain placemats for a fun and interactive activity for the kids at your party.

In Summary

With a little imagination and a box of cookie cutters, the possibilities are endless! Remember, colour and backgrounds or other elements in the same space also play a big part in executing a well-styled party.

Next time you’re planning a party, ditch the ordinary and embrace the unexpected with these creative cookie cutter ideas, and remember to have fun!!

If it all sounds too much, or you are seeking a truly custom design, get in touch with our event specialists today.