If the fine art of party hosting is a complete mystery to you, then fret not–we’re on the case. We’ve done our proper research and can assure you that if you follow these tips for throwing the ultimate Sherlock party, you’ll have yourself a smashing good time.
1. Bake Cupcakes
Cupcakes are such an integral part of British Intelligence — so much so that MI6 recently named a top secret operation after them (yeah, really.) But I digress…there are plenty of ideas on how to embellish your cupcakes to embody the show online, ranging from the impossibly difficult to the “just draw a yellow smiley face on it” skill levels.
2. Meager Comforts
Aside from serving your awesome Cumbercakes (yeah, we went there), you may want to do a little investigating on Pinterest for some traditional British recipes. Now, if living the life of a London bachelor has left you a bit inept in the kitchen, know that you’re really under no obligation to provide for your guests, but in that case, do be certain to let them know that you’ll be serving up little more than terse conversation and tea.
3. Party Decor
Police caution tape on doors you wish guests not to go through, powdered-sugar dusted fingerprints near the dessert table, and centerpieces assembled from teacups and Sir Arthur Conan Doyles’ books are all excellent ways to add tasteful touches of Sherlock to your home. Of course, you could always go all out by hanging expertly forged masterpieces on your walls, setting your TV to only play glitchy Moriarty videos, and hauling in some corpses. No one would fault you for it because that’s what fangirls DO!
4. Dress Code
After seeing how dashing the cast looks in their formal wear, you may be tempted to enforce a fancy dress code–but if you’ve got any guests with Sherlock’s lack of regard for authority, then you know what a mistake that would be. Besides, it takes out all the fun of deducing every little detail of a guest’s life based on their outfit.
5. Drinking Game
Play by these rules while watching the BBC series and you’ll be off in your mind palace in no time:
Every time Sherlock shoots down a lady’s romantic advances, take a sympathy shot.
Every time Sherlock dismissively calls someone the wrong name, take a shot.
Every time you think you’ve figured it out, take a shot and a seat. You are not Moffat.
6. Who’s the Moriarty?
Party game! One guest will conceal a murderous alter-ego under their usual, probably boring, exterior! This unidentified suspect, who we shall refer to as the Moriarty, or the Moriartette, must be identified before the end of the evening, or you shall all PERISH! Or, just be bummed that nobody figured it out.
Their master plan will unfold through a series of cleverly hidden clues — each with one damning bit of identifying information about the devious bastard!
The first person to deduce the Moriarty’s identity wins Sherlock’s snuff stash! (The cocaine, not the filmed murder.)
7. The Lucky Lestrade
Musical chairs — with a sexy, British twist! When the commercial break hits, set up the designated “Lucky Lestrade” in one of three chairs, and have the rest of the partygoers gyrate around like back-up dancers in an Austin Powers movie. After the next ad ends, everyone grab a chair — and whoever ends up with the Lucky Lestrade must snog until the show resumes! Guy, gal — if Sherlock doesn’t care, neither should you!
8. Where Are My Jewels?
There’s a mystery afoot! Stay on the look out for drunken or distracted partygoers, then snag their valuables. When they figure out their stuff is gone, watch them freak out, laugh quietly to yourself, and realize that you are an evil, thieving, motherf***er. Moriarty would be proud.
9. Drunk Questions
A la “The Sign of Three,” have everyone put a sticker on their forehead with the name of a famous person. After laughing at how silly everyone looks, partner up and you have 20 questions to guess who’s name is written on your skull. Hmm, famous people sounds a bit boring … Famous Criminals! Manson, Capone, Bundy, Borden, Jack the Ripper, go nuts!
10. Sherlock Pick-Up Lines
Like a lover with a little mystery? Then these delightfully irreverent Sherlock Pick-Up Lines are simply a must.
