"My name is Sherlock Holmes. It is my business to know what other people do not know." -Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, The Adventure of the Blu This murder mystery party was a blast! Come see how I set up and executed (pun totally intended) a murder mystery dinner for 20 teens in my house, complete with hidden clues, a detectives board, and an incredible dinner! For the last year, my 12 year old has been obbsessed with the stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Specifically, anything Sherlock Holmes. So in honor of his 13th birthday, along with my love of literature themed parties, I decided to throw him the biggest bash ever! (With a side of murder.) Although the party was mostly my invention and imagination, the murder mystery game was purchased from a website. Here is the synopsis (and link) of the game off of the website MyMysteryParty.com: "Sherlock and Watson are hosting a dinner party with an intriguing group of guests at their flat on Baker Street. Londoners were shocked recently when the infamous Lord Blackstone assisted Scotland Yard with the capture of the depraved serial killer, Victor von Vacher. Has Lord Blackstone turned a new leaf and abandoned his cult of followers? Or, is this all a ruse to gain the trust of those he seeks to destroy? Alas, you have been invited to the party and wouldn't miss it for the world. This is where your story begins." The entire thing was based at a upscale dinner party so I decided to feed the kids a menu that the birthday boy was thrilled to be part of. Menu Appetizers: Shrimp cocktail, Sherlock Holmes silhouette cookies, and black licorice pipes. Drinks: Tea and sparkling cider. Soup Course: Chicken and rice soup with overnight crusty bread. Main Course: Roast beef, roast potatoes, & gravy, and vegetable tray. Dessert: mini pies, cinnamon bunt cake, lemon bunt cake, lemon mini tarts. I wish I got more photos of the food, but I had 20 teens in my house so every thing was snapped up the second it went out except the cake. The invitations had costume suggestions that went along with each character, and all of our incredible guests showed up ready to play the part! I had a few favorites; Seriously, our friends are the best!! The decor was all focused on Victorian era apartment style, similar to one that Sherlock Holmes himself would have had. I used a large, black, science fair, tri-fold board and stuck it to the wall with contact strips. Then came the fun part. I printed a poster sized map of 1859 London and placed it in the center. Then, I added clues and fun bits of trivia and I had a investigator's murder wall. Between Google and my vintage newspaper collection, I didn't buy anything but paper for this project. I wanted it to resemble what Sherlock may have had up on his walls when he was doing an investigation so it was messy, kind of all-over-the-place and with ripped parts of newspapers, and even a bloody handkerchief for good measure. The rest of the decor followed suit. All kinds of vintage London and candlelight, with a touch of macabre. The game was set up in rounds with three stages and a solution round. The guests got their character bio-sheets along with their invitations and were able to start with pregame clues as soon as they got here. I chose a special girl for the victim. I knew she would eat up the part as she is a wonderful stage actress and even assistant director before she graduated. She was perfect for the part of the opera star who had blackmailed one too many people at the party... Clues were found, characters were accused, and lots of laughs were had. After the game, we had fun at the photo booth which I set up to look like a vintage mug shot wall. Our constable helped us round up the suspects. Last but not least, the favors. Because the theme was so complex and took so much, I made simple favors for the kids to take with them. Something to encourage reading. Maybe even a bit of Sherlock Holmes.
Here we listed out everything you need to set up your party. From costumes, decorations, hosting tips we got you covered! Start planning now!
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You are cordially invited to the Flitchcock mansion for an evening of fine dining and spirits in celebration of the release of the newest Flitchcock film. The guest list includes the top celebrities of the 1950's such as Marilyn Monhoe and James Kean and before the night is through, someone will be murdered... This is a murder mystery dinner that will not disappoint. I have participated and thrown several of these parties in the past and have always felt like they could be so much better. So I began writing my own. Along with their invitation, guests will receive their character synopsis and any special information that they need for the evening. From there, your guest are free to interpret their character any way they desire. Once the murder has taken place, guests will evaluate the crime scene and determine who the guilty person is based on the information they have heard during the party and the evidence that they find. I have put together an instantly downloadable PDF kit that includes everything you need to wow your friends with a exciting night of mystery. Included in the 1950s Hollywood Murder Mystery Kit: - Full Instructions - Printable/Email-able Invitations and Guest List - Character Synopsis for each character (12 characters total: 4-8 female & 3-6 male) - Secondary instructions for each guest (to be given out after murder has taken place) - Printable props for crime scene I would be happy to try and accommodate any special requests for customization. This listing is for an instant download but I can also create a custom listing for anyone that wishes to have a printed kit shipped to them. Please message me with any questions :)
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For the last 8 years, we have hosted a big costume party. It has been so fun, but every year they got larger and larger and larger. The last year we did it, we maxed out at over 200 people. So this year, a move felt like the perfect time to scale back a little […]
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Put on your detective hat and spice up your next virtual event by hosting a clue-filled virtual murder mystery party!
You are cordially invited to the Flitchcock mansion for an evening of fine dining and spirits in celebration of the release of the newest Flitchcock film. The guest list includes the top celebrities of the 1950's such as Marilyn Monhoe and James Kean and before the night is through, someone will be murdered... This is a murder mystery dinner that will not disappoint. I have participated and thrown several of these parties in the past and have always felt like they could be so much better. So I began writing my own. Along with their invitation, guests will receive their character synopsis and any special information that they need for the evening. From there, your guest are free to interpret their character any way they desire. Once the murder has taken place, guests will evaluate the crime scene and determine who the guilty person is based on the information they have heard during the party and the evidence that they find. I have put together an instantly downloadable PDF kit that includes everything you need to wow your friends with a exciting night of mystery. Included in the 1950s Hollywood Murder Mystery Kit: - Full Instructions - Printable/Email-able Invitations and Guest List - Character Synopsis for each character (12 characters total: 4-8 female & 3-6 male) - Secondary instructions for each guest (to be given out after murder has taken place) - Printable props for crime scene I would be happy to try and accommodate any special requests for customization. This listing is for an instant download but I can also create a custom listing for anyone that wishes to have a printed kit shipped to them. Please message me with any questions :)
For the last 8 years, we have hosted a big costume party. It has been so fun, but every year they got larger and larger and larger. The last year we did it, we maxed out at over 200 people. So this year, a move felt like the perfect time to scale back a little […]
Are you tired of the same old party themes? Do you want to add a little mystery and intrigue to your next gathering? Look no further than a murder mystery
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The denouement is the final main scene of any great murder mystery book, film, or game. It is the moment when the clever detective, whether that is Hercule Poirot, Sherlock Holmes, or you in your own home, gathers all the suspects together to describe what happened and why. It is the time when secrets are revealed, a
Who doesn’t love a good whodunit? Mix it with a masquerade theme on Halloween weekend and you’ve got yourself such a thrilling night! For this gathering we partnered with Carter of Carter Cooks , who is an AMAZING chef with a fellow love of hosting. Ahead of the party she had everyone mention th
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MURDER AT PETTIFOG HALL: a country house murder mystery game The year is 1932. Lord and Lady Carmichael host a lavish weekend party for friends and family at their English country estate, Pettifog Hall. But the festivities come to a sudden and shocking end when one of the party is found murdered... _____________________ HOW TO PLAY Murder at Pettifog Hall is a murder mystery game in an envelope that's perfect for a cosy night in, solving crimes. Step back in time as you unseal the black envelope to reveal clues from a detective's case file... STEP INTO THE STORY Enter the world of Pettifog Hall and experience an evening of glamour, passion, and murder... TEST YOUR WITS Solve puzzles, decipher clues, and use your powers of deduction to uncover crucial aspects of the case – including the weapon, motive, and murderer. TRAVEL BACK IN TIME The beautiful vintage designs will whisk you back to 1932. ________________________________ HANDY INFO Number of players: 1 - 4 Difficulty: 3.5 out of 5 Ages: 14+ Time to play: 45 - 90 minutes - Free UK delivery. - A hints and solutions envelope is included. - You will need a pencil and an internet connection, though most of the game is screen-free. - Gift wrapping option available – select at checkout. - The kit is recyclable. - Please note: the outer envelope will be either black or brown. ________________________________ REVIEWS FOR MURDER BY POST 'The only problem is that there's nothing else quite like it.' - Aimee 'The story, clues, hints, items, puzzles, are all brilliant.' - Faye 'Another fantastic order, love ordering from Murder by Post.' - Terence 'Excellent product and packaging. Lots of fun.' - Karyn 'Great fun and so original.' - Michelle ________________________________ ABOUT US We are a London-based couple who love murder mysteries and treasure hunts. During lockdown, we realised play-at-home murder mysteries are a thrilling way to spend an evening, and we were inspired to create our own stories. Murder at Pettifog Hall is the first Murder by Post adventure. Thank you for supporting a small business!
Honey and I were so excited to be invited by The Murder Mystery Co. to their dinner show in Atlanta last weekend! It had been years since we have been to one and even more years since we hosted ou…
