There has to be more to do than just shopping

Nowadays, given the trend towards minimalism, even going shopping has lost its appeal somewhat. And having a meal or a coffee at a cafe can only fill an hour or so. So what can you do then to spend quality time together?

Going for a bushwalk can be difficult if you are both not at the same level of fitness. Evening activities like plays or concerts can also not work because your husband may be more available during the day to mind the kids.

Why does a mystery party high tea work well?

It is a daytime activity. And because there is the fun of dressing up and hamming up your character, the laughs flow naturally. All you need to do is to find a few other sets of mothers, daughters and maybe even grandmothers to make a group of eight ladies.

Flair For Fashion in Montville in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland near Brisbane does the rest of the work. They provide the refreshments – tea and a taste of Montville treats with croissants from Little May Expresso and dutch shortbread from Waffle-On Stroopwafels and other treats.

They also provide some props so you can take photos in front of backdrops. And all the character descriptions, clues and even prizes.

And because it’s being hosted in a closed ladies fashion boutique, you can also do a little shopping as well if you would like.

Choose a mystery party kit that both mothers and daughters will enjoy

There are a number of all girl mystery party themes to choose from. Some are mysteries that are not murders. Others are traditional murder mysteries.

So even if the mothers are in their 30s and their daughters are early teens, you can still host a mystery party that will be suitable for both. For example, Mystery In The Library.

Or if the mothers are in their 50s and their daughters are in their forties, you might choose a murder mystery like One Of The Girls. Or if you like being famous, Celebrity Celebrations.

For puzzle lovers, there is also a scavenger Hunt and a DIY escape room kit called Party Escape.

And for romantics, there is a double mystery set in period times called The Love Letter. A young lord has died with a love letter in his hand. So you have to work out who killed him and who the love letter had been written for. And they aren’t necessarily the same young lady!

So book your event now.