Nothing's sweeter at a party than cookies—and nothing's more fun than decorating them together! Get baking with nearly 50 cookie designs to create either before or during the festivities, as a fun group activity. Five classic cookie recipes-one gluten-free-produce the perfect canvas for royal icing, and Bridget Edwards expertly walks you through all the techniques, from rolling the dough to piping. Ten themed party ideas for adults and kids include a Monster Mash-Up, a Tailgate Party (complete with helmet, megaphone, football, ref jersey, and a foam #1 finger), Under the Sea Birthday, Wedding, and Baby Shower.