I love when a centerpiece is not only gorgeous, but when it also does double duty too.
And edible centerpieces are just that.
They not only provide the essential décor for a party, they also serve as either the dessert or party favor.
My favorite way to make a candy centerpiece is to purchase glass bowls or vases at a craft store such as Michaels.
They tend to be inexpensive.
You can purchase all the same or a mixture of several.
Of course the next step is the fun part - filling them with candy.
There are many variations possible: 1)Every table is filled with the same.
For example, all tables have miniature Reeses ® cups, York® peppermint patties, Snickers®, M&M®s, jelly beans, etc.
Or a mixture of all the same things.
2)Every table has a unique candy filling.
3)Every table has a color coordinated candy but the color is different from table to table.
For example - all yellow jelly beans, all red M&M®s, etc.
(I have a friend who purchased 'umpteen' large packages of M&M®s and she and her daughter spent hours separating the colors for specifically this purpose.
) Old fashioned candy stores are perfect when looking for unique candy fillings (remember - the candy doesn't necessarily need to be wrapped (think chocolate covered raisin or nuts, Brachs®candies, etc.
).
An elegant way to finish off the presentation of the centerpiece is to wrap a beautiful ribbon and bow around the glass container that is color coordinated to match the event (if there is a color scheme) or to match the color of the candy inside.
Make sure that each table has favor bags and a scoop so that everyone can help themselves to the candy before the night is over.
Personalized favor bags are a nice tough and can be purchased throughmost online stationary stores.
Your guests, old and young alike, are going to love these centerpieces! Cool Party Favors, Copyright 2009