Pick a Theme
A loose theme makes judging easier and photos better. Popular options for 2026 include "DIY only" (no shop-bought jumpers allowed), "decade throwback" (80s and 90s knitwear energy), and "worst pun wins".
Games That Actually Work
- Shame Score judging — take a photo of every jumper on arrival and let guests vote live, just like our Hall of Shame voting.
- Pass the parcel, jumper edition — each layer reveals a small jumper-decorating item (pom-pom, tinsel strip, bell) to add mid-party.
- Guess the pun — cover up the graphic on a pun jumper and have guests guess the joke before it's revealed.
Prize Ideas
Skip the generic gift card. Categories like "Most Likely to Start a Fire Hazard" (for the light-up jumpers), "Best DIY", and "Most Confusing Pun" keep it fun without one obvious winner taking everything.
Don't Forget the Photos
The best jumper parties end with a group photo — and the best individual entries deserve a wider audience. Submit the standout jumpers from your party and see how they stack up against the rest of the country.