From terrazzo scraps to actual Legos, here’s how to add even more fun to dinner.
, balance plastic army men, or make a clay model of the relative sitting across from you. Skip name cards and set a postcard at each place setting. Tell your guests to pick the one that speaks to them and take it home with them.
In my experience, giving dinner guests something to look at or play with makes everything a little more seamless, whether you’re hosting friends, in-laws, or the same familial crew. It can also serve as an icebreaker. I once learned that a dear friend had previously studied to be an architect after I innocently asked, “What are you building over there?”
There’s no need to go out and buy anything new here. The whole idea is to use the items around the house that you already find yourself fiddling with. Almost a year ago, I bought a pile of Barbie postcards—yes, you read that correctly—while antiquing in upstate New York. Until recently, they had been gathering dust in a closet. But setting a few out on the table delivered more joy than anything I’ve ever cooked. Even better: Skip name cards and set up a postcard at each place setting.
If you’re looking for inspiration, here are a few objects you can start with: actual LEGOs, puzzles (like these
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