Their task is really very easy - just to stand there! They needn't both swing the line: if one end is static, the other person can easily swing the piñata around.įor younger children (under say 7) it's pointless using a blindfold - even with several direct hits it's unlikely they'll be strong enough to break the piñata. The taller the two grown-ups supporting the piñata are the better. One adult should be in charge of the game from the start to finish, and is the one to choose whose turn is next, when to stop etc., and to keep charge of the stick! An unruly child that's blindfolded and swinging a stick around can be dangerous, especially if the other children are not kept back safely. They MUST agree to stop hitting on your command - usually agree with everyone in advance how many 'hits' (or attempts to hit!) each person can have: say 3 each to begin with. You MUST control the child on their turn to hit the piñata. Of primary concern here is safety, so follow these three simple rules:-Īll children should sit on the floor/ground in a circle at a safe distance from the piñata and the person hitting it. Remember too that the idea is for the piñata to move! This brings life to the game and makes it harder to play (and funny to watch)

If you don't use a washing line and resort to (strong) string be warned that a heavy piñata can put considerable force on the string which can hurt your hands - which is why we recommend wearing gloves! If the weather's good you can play the piñata outdoors - you can tie one end of the piñata to a tree. Stools or chairs will do or small tables or even step ladders. Two adults who can stand on vantage points either side of the room/space each holding one end of the washing line, with the piñata hanging from string in the middle. We supply assorted fillings too! Biodegradable confetti, wrapped sweets and multicoloured ping-pong balls. Our party piñatas are all made with a hole near the top so you can drop things inside. Of course you can add or replace the sweets with toys or novelties but DON'T put in things that are easily breakable! We recommend wrapped sweets and loose, not in a bag. Keep a reserve supply of sweets hidden for the odd person who wasn't quick enough to grab many when the piñata breaks. 75 cm long) for hitting the piñataīin liner(s) to throw the bits and pieces into at the end.Īllow around a handful of treats per person/child.ĭON'T overfill the piñata - it gets heavy to hang, unwieldy to move, may snap its support string and there's no need. Washing line (to hang the piñata on) and some spare stringġ (broom) stick (max. Relax and don't worry: just follow our simple tips in preparing for your piñata party and we guarantee the party will be a success! The piñata takes care of itself - all eyes will be on the piñata which soon becomes the focal point of the fun! What to bring / prepare in advance.

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