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Need a fun team building exercise for your workplace? You don’t have to have boring office parties for team building, try a boozy painting party instead! Teams of all sizes can enjoy painting and drinking together. You don’t have to be a Picasso (or even a finger painter!) to lead a successful team event. Painting parties are about creating FUN art, not fine art. With the relaxed environment and silly creativity, it’s easy to connect with your team. Plan your next team building event with these five essential supplies.

A blank canvas is the perfect place to start. These boards from Artlicious are perfect for beginners. This pack of 12 flat boards is ideal for all different types of paint, so you’ll have plenty to accommodate the whole team (and those little tipsy messes too!) Their small size makes them less intimidating for the shy group, but there are plenty for the more adventurous ones too. Quality materials means no warping or fading, so you can share the results in the office for years to come.
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And of course, a paint party isn’t complete without paint! The Crafts 4 All 2-Pack of 12mL Acrylic Paints from Crafts 4 All features 12 different colors that are ideal for beginners to work with. The team’s artwork  will look gorgeous with the smooth consistency and high pigmentation. Plus, they are water-based and non-toxic, which means cleanup is a breeze!
Another essential tool is a paint palette. Sure, you could use old file folders or paper plates, but why not use that budget line item and make your event a little more professional with these Artlicious Paint Tray Palettes. There are three of these lightweight, durable plastic paint palettes in each package, so just a few packs will be plenty for everyone. A thumb hole makes them easy to hold, and there are 10 wells for blending colors. These paint palettes  are compatible with all kinds of water-based paints, and they are super easy to clean, so you can use them again and again.
You will also need some paint brushes, unless you are planning a finger painting or paint splatter party (both of which sound awesome, actually!). A set of all-purpose paint brushes from Artlicious is a great addition to your paint party toolbox. This paintbrush set includes 50 brushes in various materials — nylon, bristle, sponge & camel — and a variety of lengths and sizes, to suit every painting need. Swirl and dab your next great masterpiece with this colorful, durable brush!

Last but not least, you will need a water source to rinse brushes in between colors. If you want to give your setup some style, consider these mason jars. Featuring a handle, a lid, and chalkboard labels, the mini Otis Classic Glass Mason Jars are not only the perfect size for the job, but they also make a great party favor.

Tired of the same old team building events? Try something new and different with a boozy paint party! With these five supplies and some creativity, you can host the ultimate office party. So gather up your team, uncork that bottle of wine, and get ready to bond.  It might turn into the team’s favorite recurring happy hour activity!

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