A Mystery party is fun for many ages, even appeals to teenagers. This party can have an old-fashioned Sherlock Holmes feel or a more modern James Bond, Spy Kids or Scooby Doo atmosphere.
Fun Invitations for a Mystery Party include:
• personalized mystery invitation
• write invitation on heavy weight paper and then cut into puzzle pieces 
• write invitation mirror image (so guest has to hold it up to mirror to read it)
• write invitation in secret code (send code in separate envelope a few days earlier than invitation to build the suspense)
• with photo or drawing of Sherlock Holmes character
Fun Decorations for a Mystery Party include:
• old fashioned candle holders with candles
• black & white balloons
Fun Games and Activities for a Mystery Party include:
• treasure hunt
• Clue board game
• I Spy books or puzzles
Fun Arts and Crafts for a Mystery Party include:
• draw with lemon juice on white paper (paper must be heated slightly to turn juice brown and reveal design)
• scratch art paper
• shrinky dink
Fun Foods for a Mystery Party include:
• chili, soup, or stew
• cheese cubes
• olives
• apple sauce or apple slices
• cookies
Fun Favors for a Mystery Party include:
• mystery favor set
• mini magnifying glasses
• mystery books
• book mark
• puzzles
• flashlights
• notepads
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