Earlier this week, I shared the fabulous dessert buffets that EyeCandy is now offering to local brides. However, if the DIY route if more up your ally or fits better within your budget, then here are a few tips and tricks to creating your own display.
First, I like to decide on the color palette. Will it be a few strong complimentary colors that go with your wedding or party design? Or, is it going to be all one shade that plays up the different textures?
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Next, I start looking for candy and desserts that work within my theme. Of course, it is important to pick candy that you love. Candy Warehouse and Economy Candy are both fantastic online resources.
If you are not serving dessert aside from your cake, perhaps you want to have something heavier, like cookies or cupcakes to offer. I love cookies and macaroons from Albemarle Baking Company and cupcakes from Charlottesville Cupcakes.
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Next up, you want to select an array of containers to display the treats. You can add height with cake stands and you can create depth with a variety of jar shapes. Local craft stores, Pier 1, The Container Store and Bed, Bath and Beyond all have fabulous options.
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To kick it up a notch, you might even want to line the jars with pretty papers and labels from Paper Source. Ask your caterer or rental company for scoops and tongs or purchase a few sets.
Finally, you have to think about how your guests will package their delicacies. Will it be Chinese-inspired take out boxes? Perhaps clear plastic self-sealing bags? Or maybe wax paper baggies?
Has anyone created a fabulous display recently and has insight or tips to share?
