The Clothespin War

Have time before a party and need to stall? Got a group of people that just don't seem to be interacting well? Icebreakers are the right game to play! This one is easy and super fun! Large and small groups work well.

[Location:]

Anywhere! That's the best part of this type of game (icebreakers). If you do choose to play outdoors, make sure the weather is nice for interaction (not too hot or too cold). If you choose to play indoors, make sure you have enough space for everyone to stand and walk around comfortably.

[Shopping List:]

1. Sweet and simple, all you need is clothespins (2 per person)

[Set Up:]

1. If people in your group are filtering in from another location, give each person 2 clothespins as they enter and describe the game to them. If your group is already gathered, explain the game to everyone and give each person 2 clothespins. 

2. Players must attach these clothespins to their clothing. 

3. Also, have a time limit for this game (The smaller the group, the shorter the time. The larger the group, the longer the time. E.g. For a group of 15, about 8-12 minutes should suffice). 

[Object of the Game:]

Get as many clothespins on you as you can before time runs out.

[Rules of the Game:]

1. The only way you can receive more clothespins than the two you start with is by stealing them from other people in the group.

2. You may steal one clothespin from another participant by telling them something unique about you. If they have also done/had this thing, they get to take one of your clothespins. If they have not, you get one of their clothespins. 

3. Game continues play until time runs out.

4. Once time has run out, the person with the most clothespins wins!

[Play On!]