How to host a paint n’ sip night for your friends

Start by covering surfaces with plastic tablecloths (trust us, future you will be grateful for less clean-up at the end of the night). Set up a painting station for each guest with an easel and canvas, along with a selection of different paint brushes and small cups of water. We have paint brush sets that come with a range of thicknesses so that you and your friends can get as detailed or abstract as you like when creating your work of art. If you don’t have easels, try creating a DIY version using boxes, books or folded cardboard from the cereal box you finished that morning. Then lay out your acrylic or watercolour paints depending on the style of your painting, we have both at incredibly low prices!   

Our hot tip: for art beginners, try our fun paint by numbers packs that come with everything you need for an easy set up and clean up.

One of the best parts of a paint n’ sip night is the sipping and nibbling! Keep things easy and mess-free with crowd-pleasing options that won’t make a mess of the art like cheeseboards, crackers, popcorn or chocolate. Nothing too greasy or saucy that might end up on your masterpiece! Choose your favourite sips and for an extra fun twist, try matching your drinks to the theme you’re painting.

Now for the exciting part, deciding what to paint! Choose a simple painting theme that everyone can have fun with no matter their skill level. Think dreamy sunsets, bright florals, adorable pets, self-portraits or abstract vibes. Having a theme helps keep things relaxed and gives everyone a creative starting point. If your group needs a little inspiration, try flicking through one of our colouring books for some ideas or trace a design if freehand isn’t your style. Just remember, paint n’ sips are all about fun, not perfection! You might surprise yourself with what you create (and even if you don’t, you’ll still have a great time with the process)!

Capture the enjoyment by snapping pics of your group in action whether it’s a mid-painting selfie or a proud photo with your final masterpiece. Set up a selfie stick or tripod so everyone can jump in for group shots. If you’re looking to take it to the next level, use our coloured craft paper to create award certificates like for ‘most creative’, ‘best use of colour’ or ‘looks most like the original’. You can even make a gallery wall by propping all the finished canvases up at the end of the night for a little art show. It’s all about having fun and getting creative with it and making memories with your friends.

Paint, sip and make it yours!

Find everything you need to host a paint and sip at home today, including paint sets, paint brushes, canvases and more at incredibly low prices. Make it as easy or detailed as you like with our paint sets or individual art supplies. Grab your closest friends, sip on your favourite drinks and create something special together.