How Sweet It Is: Building the Candy Buffet of Your Dreams
So — you've caught the candy buffet bug.You're not alone. More and more brides want to see a tower of sweets at their reception.
Motives differ: some like how buffets allow guests to hunt and pick according to their personal sweet tooth.
Others like the fairytale flavor. Candyland, Babes in Toyland, Willy Wonka: some of our earliest dreams of abbondanza involve forests where gumdrops hang from trees, chocolate runs in rivers and pillars are peppermint sticks.
- The Secret to Sweetness
- Seducing the Eye
- An Aesthetic Equation
- Like a Kid in a Candy Store? Here's What to Buy
- The Theme's the Thing
- Retro Revivals
- Amplifying Your Style
- Fashion a Feast for the Eye
- Regal Crystal
- Affordable Alternatives
- Pro Planners' Tricks for Better Buffets
- Don't Forget the Take-Away
- It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World (for Candy)
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And if that makes you nervous, rest assured you have company. Because a candy buffet isn't free. Like any other "wow" aspect of a wedding, it's part of your overall investment. And while the waitstaff might pass the hors d'oeuvres and the venue lay out the linens, you could be on your own when it's time to design the candy buffet.
But not to worry: here are some tips from the pros for translating that bountiful delight in your head into a mouth-watering reality at your wedding.
The Secret to Sweetness
Scan all those photos of candy buffets throughout the web, and you'll quickly spot two things.One, buffets are monstrously popular. And two, while some are a feast for the eyes, others seem to fall short of the heights their planners must have hoped for.
So what's the secret?
Here's number one: buying enough candy. Sounds simplistic, but it's key.
Seducing the Eye
"The first thing I tell brides — you really can't do candy as a hard commodity. It's more a decoration," says Jon Prince, president of online candy giant CandyFavorites.com."I talk to hundreds of brides. They'll say, 'I'm having 200 guests, and I want to give each guest 3 ounces, so I guess I need about 37 pounds of candy.' Sounds reasonable, and 3 ounces might be enough to actually satisfy your guests, but visually? It won't be enough to make a presence."
Prince suggests that instead of seeing candy by the numbers, brides take an aesthetic approach. "You choose the flowers because they're beautiful," he says. "The candy buffet should be too."
And unlike flowers, Prince adds, candy serves double duty as an edible item. "Still, you have to budget the candy buffet into your wedding expenses. It doesn't work well as an afterthought."
An Aesthetic Equation
But what about the wedding planners who suggest buying a pound of candy per person?Prince says buffets work best when you plan by the eye, not the numbers.
"To make it look gorgeous, I'd start with the table, not the guest count. I'd take five to 10 types of candy, and buy 15 to 20 pounds each, whether you actually need that much or not."
He adds, "When it comes to candy, the more the merrier. If you have a large table overflowing with candy, you have presence. The biggest disappointment I hear is that the candy buffet didn't look substantial."
Like a Kid in a Candy Store? Here's What to Buy
Okay, so now you have a handle on those numbers. But between the heaping bins at upscale food markets and the galaxies of candy choices online, which temptations do you choose?There aren't any hard-and-fast rules, says Prince.
Not really, he says. Instead, it's the season's colors and personal themes that are driving brides' choices.
The Theme's the Thing
To illustrate, Prince describes an all-white Miami wedding where the couple set up 20 to 30 pounds each of white candies, placing the unwrapped varieties in jars, martini glasses and other interesting containers, and piling custom-wrapped mint rolls in front. "It looked fantastic," he says.Mark Kingsdorf of The Queen of Hearts Wedding Consultants concurs: it's the themes that shape candy buffets. "And like everything else in weddings, candy buffets are getting more and more personalized, with more and more variations.
Retro Revivals
"Of course, 'Everything old is new again,'" he adds. "So you see things like retro candy buffets. At one wedding we did the candy bracelets and necklaces on the elastic cords; the little waxed bottles filled by sugar water."There are very few themes you can't do with candy. Beach weddings are fun, with all those boardwalk choices: saltwater taffy, caramel apples, fudge, peanut brittle."
Amplifying Your Style
"I like to focus," explains Prince, "but the focus can be anything. Candies you personally like, or a theme, or a texture. If you're having an all-white wedding, you'll want an all-white candy buffet. If you're having a destination wedding in an exotic location, you could choose dramatic, Caribbean types: Island Punch Jelly Belly beans."In the end, you want 'presence.' Mies van de Rohe once said 'Less is more,' but he definitely wasn't talking about candy buffets."
Fashion a Feast for the Eye
You're set. You've narrowed down your choices... and you've got the goods. Now how do you add those visual touches that turn your buffet from "aww" to "jaw-dropping"?Regal Crystal
For starters: choose cool containers. "One of the more striking displays I've seen put the candy in William Yeoward and Baccarat," says Prince."Basically — and this is a good idea — the couple matched their candy containers to their floral vases."
Affordable Alternatives
Don't have quite that much fine crystal waiting in the wings? Here's a budget-friendly alternative from Kingsdorf. "Find some interesting containers: different shapes, different heights. Personally, I've used a dozen different containers from Ikea, and the most expensive one was about $10."He adds that clear containers are best, to show off the contents, and that container mouths should be wide enough for the scoops.
Pro Planners' Tricks for Better Buffets
"To make the whole look pop, raise some of those containers on the table." Kingsdorf explains an old catering trick is to take a catering rack or a milk crate — "the kind that restaurants and supermarkets get their milk delivered in" — turn it upside down on the table, and cover with a cloth."A nice bunching fabric gives you spill and texture. Put some of your containers on top of that."
The final touch? A floral arrangement. Or more cheaply, some complementary pillar candles in your wedding colors.
Don't Forget the Take-Away
Kingsdorf adds that your most personal touch could be the candy bags. "At one of the weddings I did recently, the couple went to a dollar store and got a bunch of takeout containers in red, one of their colors. "They personalized each container with a little sticker, which was inexpensive and very cute. Anyone could do the same thing: use a tag or little rubber stamp, or stickers."Just find a way to add that custom touch."
It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World (for Candy)
So why are candy buffets so sizzling hot these days, anyway?Simple: they're a huge hit with guests. "Favors can be a tough choice," points out Kingsdorf. "Depending on your guests, you might find yourself picking up a ton of personalized CDs or bottle stoppers at the end of the night. But when it's edible, people eat it ... or take it home. I think a lot of brides are cueing into that."
Prince adds, "It's just a trend people are enjoying right now.
"But when you really dig down," he muses, "it's not about the product at all. It's about nostalgia.
"In a lot of weddings, two people are taking a major step toward adulthood. The candy buffet lets them connect back to any fond memories they have of childhood.
"Candy is powerfully reminiscent," he concludes.
Does anyone have a suggestion for a place to buy candy in bulk. Hosting a wedding party for a friend and will do a candy bar. Probably about 100 people, so I need good pricing on bulk quantities.
Thanks for any info you can share!
Go online and do a search for bulk candy. Depending on what you want you have to compare prices. Also try bj’s and costco..
I just did a candy buffet for my brother and sister and law and did a lot of research on pricing the candy. Best prices I found were at BJ’s, I would definately check out your local wholesaler before any online sites – most of them charge way too much for shipping! Good Luck!!
Warehouse stores are good but may never had the “color” selection I was looking for. Online is your best bet to get detailed and have a more unique candy buffet. I recently did a baby shower and used Candy Crate, I was suprised to find so much in orange and green. Good Luck!
I found great vareity and prices at Winco Foods. Also try craft stores such as Michaels, Joannes and Hobby Lobby, but use their coupons. Nothing like getting candy at 40% and 50% off. ask friends and co-workers to save their coupons for you. Good luck
My wedding is may 14th 2011 and I want a candy bar at the exit of ballroom. With a sign that reads “it was swet of you to join us” I need jars if anyone is seling some. My colors are slate blue and ivory. Vintage theme
Hello,
I am thinking about doing a candy bar for my wedding and am looking for a great deal on jars…used or new. Does anyone still have them for sale or know where to get them at a decent rate? Thanks
Diane, I found alot of my jars at TJMAXX at very affordable prices. Another store you might want to try is Michaels, but make sure you collect your coupons.
Diane,
I found some cute jars and vases and bowls at walmart for very cheap prices. Look near the potpourri and fake flowers isles. Hope you find what you are looking for.
try serching at your local salvation army stores or good will or even yard sales
if u have a dollar tree around u they have lots of nice vases and jars u can use and everything is 1 dollar.
We have found alot of really pretty dishes at Home Goods and prices arent bad at all.
I’m looking for something similar for my niece Quince. I found different shapes and sizes glass jars at IKEA, really good prices and nothing exceeded $5 or $6. Hopefully you have an IKEA close to you.
I have been finding some awesome bowls, jars and containers at the local goodwill and salvation army stores and they are dirt cheap, usually $1 or $2.
thrift stores are perfect, try Michaels or any craft store. Also floral warehouses are fun too!
does any body have any vases bowl or martini glasses for sale and any suggestions on where to get candy cheap from thankyou so much in advance
Christmas Tree shop has lots of different shaped clear vases including ones shaped like martini glasses!
Sarah
I am having a candy buffet at my wedding in october of 2012/Does anyone have a vases and bowls that i can buy?misssarah2384@aim.com
Our daughter is getting married in June of this year, 2011. We are doing a candy buffet and will have approximately 20 different glass vases and bowls of different heights and shapes available for sale after the wedding. Let us know if you are still interested
I am interested in the vases. Do you have any pictures? How much will you be selling them for?
Hi I am having a candy bar for my Daughter’s Wedding in September of 2011 I have purchased all kinds of glass from wine glasses to salad bowls high cake bowls lots of different shapes and sizes.Most of the glass is clear but some are red because of her theme.If you can wait i can show you Pics after the Wedding and you can decide if and what you would like to purchase.I never thought about looking on here to purchase stuff.email me back if you might be interested. Thanks Dorry
dorry624@gmail.com
I am getting married in May 2011 and am doing a candy bar, if anyone has glass jars to sell please email me at nicole.kolar@yahoo.com
here is a picture of candy buffet at daughters wedding, selling jars if anyone is interested, I am in Massachusetts, send an email to randdfrend1@verizon.net
How much for the set of jars?
for all the jars and bowls in the picture $70.00
Have you sold the jars yet from your daughter’s wedding..If not I am interested. Also are they glass jars or plastic?
How much are you selling jars for?
what does your sign say that is in the frame about the candy buffet?
it go like this:
CANDY BUFFET
Step right up to the candy buffet
It’s a sweet addition
to a wonderful day.
This treat we are offering to you,
on this beautiful day when
we say I do.
Use the scoop,
choose what you like,
Leave some for others,
Be polite.
As you enjoy your bag of treats,
please remember,
LOVE IS SWEET
Just center it on the paper better then what i did here, hope it helps:)
That is the exact saying I used for my wedding. Everyone loved it !
for scoops and tongs, your best bet is to do a search on http://www.thefind.com (actually you can search any product on that website) . that is where i found mine. i got a dozen scoops for @ 10.00. they were clear plastic. or the container store also has some if you have that store in your area. they range in price from .99-1.59/ea depending on the size of the scoop. hope this helps anyone looking for these items.
I got married on Sept 18th and the Candy Buffet was the hit of the wedding. I too spent months looking for the right jars but found most of them at T.J. Maxx and Michael’s. My colors were green, black and ivory, I found black bags at Michael’s also 16 for $2.99 and had all my friends saving the 40% off coupon so they cost little or nothing but held a lot of candy. I would suggest to have one, it was alot of fun building it as well.
Will you be selling your candy buffet jars?? If so, I am interested and my email is cathyjleonard@gmail.com
Very nice! Pretty, but not crowded or too fussy!
if you don’t mind me asking, how much did the buffet cost in total?where did you buy the candy from? it turned out beautifully!
what do you use for scoops and where can you find them?
They have 2 for $6 at michael’s in the bridal section
Michael’s crafts or Joann Fabrics.. 2 scoops for $5.99 Walmart also has them in the wedding section of their Celebration areas. but Michaels and Joanne’s offers a 40% off coupon in the paper every Sunday, get friends and family to start saving the coupons for you, you’ll be surprised how much money you can save on a ton of wedding supplies from both merchants
I got my scoops and tongs from an online store called
scoops-scoops. Make sure the scoop size will fit into the jar opening.
http://www.scoops-scoops.com/
http://www.scoops-scoops.com/
I work for a candy company called Candy Pros and from my experience helping people with candy buffets, I think keeping a theme is the single most important element of success!
ps. rock candy is essential for every candy buffet
Hi Matt:
I am doing the candy buffet for my daughter’s wedding.
Her colors are orange and red; with your experience what type of candies you could suggest
Thanks
I just had a candy buffet at my daughters wedding and it was a big hit, everyone loves assortments of candy, I did jelly beans lollipops candy necklaces, sweethearts, pixie sticks, wax bottle drinks, minitootsie rolls, lemon heads, jujus, hershet minitures, and a few other different candy, i spent like 4 months picking up candy any time it was on sale, same with jars, i searched house and hit thirft stores and fleamarkets. was a big success, everyone still talking about it, kids and adults enjoyed it, it really makes reception more fun!!!!
Can you guys please send me info about your services.
I would love a Candy Buffet at my wedding and one or two at my daughters Bday!
Mail me precious.the.pearl@gmail.com
I will be doing a candy buffet for my wedding. I am very interested in any jars or glass containers for purchase.
Trina – peacockparty@yahoo.com
I am starting my own candy buffet business and I need help on the pricing. I would greatly appreciated if someone can help. Thank You So Much. My email address is danaswhimsicalcreations@yahoo.com
I am getting married on Saturday, and I am doing a candy buffet. I chose to catch sales at Belk and JC Penny on their crystal. Most of my pieces cost less than $10 and they are pretty large. I also, checked thrift stores such as Goodwill and Salvation Army Thrift Store. I think the most I spent on one dish was $6.95 at the thrift stores. Being an older couple, I have decided that after the wedding to divide the Crystal up between our children.
I am looking for square glass containers for my candy buffet, if anyone is selling any please email me at liljess454@yahoo.com I also need suggestions for what to put my candy in for my guests to take home.
Michael’s store has them.
You could use the 40% coupon.
For bags check http://www.nashvillewraps.com for ideas.
Michael’s has very nice small packs of paper bags(very affordable also)…Good Luck w/ ur buffet!
I am doing a candy buffet as well for wedding reception. I am so very excited to see how it turns out. Let me know where you find the glass jars. I do know of one place, it is called party city.
I have a lot of jars that I am selling for a candy buffet. If you are interested please let me know! I will send pics if you would like.
Thanks!
dexter.stark@wku.edu
I am interested in seeing what you have. Please e-mail me!
i also have jars for sale
Thanks, do you have any pics?
Hi. I wanted to do a candy buffet (my name is Candy so it fits =)
Can you send me a picture of your containers and the pricing.
Thank you!!
what is your email? I am interested in the jars.
Yes, I am still interested. Please send pics.
Thanks
There are some pics posted under Trina’s comment (about 2 down). If you would like more detailed pics please e-mail me at dexter.stark@wku.edu.
Thanks!
I’m interested also! Email me some pictures please!
Thanks!
i am selling candy buffet jars-please email me at patsybrown59@yahoo.com
CBC – please send me your e-mail and I will send you several pictures!
Thanks!
please send me some pictures, i am very interested in purchasing some buffet jars
i will buy whatever you have
i have several shapes and sizes-let me know what you want and what price range and i can put together a package email me at patsybrown59@yahoo.com
Trina,
I have the glasses still available. Thank you for your interest in my glassware! I am going to attach a couple of pictures. Please let me know if you would like more detailed pictures.
Thanks!
Do you still have these available, and if so how much do you want for them.
please reply back to me a mzpleasures69@yahoo.com
Thanks
I am interested in the jars you have pictured here. Please send me pricing to marticabellido@aol.com
Are theese for sale? If so Im intrested in them for my daughters party.
I am VERY Interested in these glass jars! Do you still have them?
Was wondering if there were any jars left, its been a couple of months so I’m not sure if they all have been sold. Needed for son’s wedding in April in Houston.
Wanted to know if there were anymoe jars left?
how much are you selling your vases
Can I see pictures if you still have them. also where are you located?
Thanks
I still have the glassware. If you are interested please e-mail me at dexter.stark@wku.edu.
I am located in KY.
Thanks!
Please email me pic of what you have. Thanks!
I still have the glass available. I have added pictures to one of the posts and they are being approved before showing up. If you are interested please e-mail me at dexter.stark@wku.edu.
Thanks! :)
Do you still have your jars available?? If so, how much?
Hey i would be interested in the candy buffet containers. Could you please send some pics
Thanks
I have sent 2 or 3 emails to you to see what you ahve but have not received any pic and prices. Please send me for wedding. ALSHoke91011@gmail.com
thank you
amanda
i’d like info on the containers pleez!!!! thanks…
please email me with pics. i am interested.
thanks
Could you send me some pictures and prices. Thanks!
I am interested in purchasing some jars for my candy buffet. I am getting married in October 2011.
Hi is anyone selling the glass jars, glasses etc from their candy bar please? i am located in pasadena Ca. Also any very reasonable bulk candy locations? Thank You. Good luck to everyone on their candy bars!!
I am selling a lot of jars from my candy buffet. Also, candypros.com is great for bulk candy.
Thanks
Do you still have containers for sale? If so can you send me shapes, sizes and cost? I live in Indiana
Heidi,
I am sorry, but I just got home from my honeymoon today!! I will be happy to send you pics. Please send me an e-mail… dexter.stark@wku.edu
Thanks!
I am starting my own candy buffet business and looking to purchase any supplies
256.975.2121
Check Dollar Tree or http://www.dollartree.com for smaller glass containers. Check the vases, candleholders, and glassware. They aren’t huge but they would make good fillers around larger containers for a super cheap price. They are all $1!
i am selling glass containers used at my son’s candy buffet. i have a variety of sizes/shapes. i am selling 10 variety for $150.00 +shipping. contact me for more info. my email address for the 10 glass containers for $150 + shipping is patsybrown@cableone.net
Hello.. Im wanting to start my own candy buffet business and would like some advice on some things.. if anyone that has a business already and has a contract they use or a paper that they use to help them plan the candy buffet if you could please contact me.. also if you have any jars for sale Im interested .. please email me at chick1654@hotmail.com to help me out.. thanks alot
I did my first candy buffet a month ago and I found some really great dishes and vases by stopping at the thrift stores regularly. I only bought 2 from Hobby Lobby at 50% off.
where I could buy candy scoops
I don’t like the plastic ones.
Thanks in advance.
michaels is where we bought ours…i have 6 metal ones with hearts carved at the handles..
I went to Michaels but they have the plastic metal look.
I found nice scoops at Gordon Food Service(GFS)
Marketplace.
I forgot to mention; I paid $3.49 5oz
They also have bowl servers with long handles.
Michaels are pretty but plastic.
It depends what you are looking for.
ok, I need ideas!
My daughter’s colors are orange and red.
Should I stay with those colors or another color could be add
If you have a wegman’s near you they often have them. As well as restaurant supply stores
I recommended this sight before . . . http://www.scoops-scoops.com
We are not using scoops…found darling little ladle that hold 3/4 oz.. Long handle great for getting to the bottom of the jars! Added to the fact that thay are clear plastic and look awesome with the jars! Don’t have to worry about the glass breaking with the metal scoops and more control over getting the candy out the the jars.
I’m currently making a candy bar for my daughter’s wedding reception on 9-11-10. I puchashed metal scoops at michaels.
how expensive are the scoops at michaels? found some at walmart for under $4.oo, is michaels a cheaper price?
I need decorating ideas for a black and red candy buffet table for my wedding, pictures would be appreciated :)
Colors that deep mean you don’t need a lot of decorations . . . satin material for the tablecloth, maybe some oriental square or rectangular plates to put cookies or cupcakes on. Silver would be a good color to add some pop to the color scheme, and give you more choices.
red and black jelly bellys in two separate really exquisite containers such as giant martini or daiquiri glasses..we used them for ours and they looked great….cinnamon hearts..we bought rock candy sticks from Candy warehouse and they were worth every penny…..large sized and made a bit impression… we also have jars for sale if you are interested. we made a backdrop for the candy buffet with pillars and lights to attract people over to it.
What size containers do you have and do you have any pictures?
Barb, we have the giant martinit and daiquiri glasses, also a very large round bowl, also some taller glass jars on a base. i have pictures. hope the pics. help..
I am having a candy buffet October 23 – it is an 85th birthday party – any good suggestions?
you could do a fall themed candy buffett since it’s in October. or a Halloween theme.
How about a nostalgia candy buffet? Various candies from the 50′s would be good. Go to a warehouse club and buy the small paper bags that they used to use when kids bought penney candy. Then just make a cute label (buy some mailing labels at a warehouse club or office supply store) . . . use the guest of honor’s name. Uncle Vinnie’s Penny Candy Store or Virginia’s Old-Fashioned Candy, etc. One suggestion: if you have senior citizens as guests, consider using some sugar-free candy (or have a basket of fall apples on the table) and also make sure you have some “soft” candy . . . trust me, the older you get, the more problems you have with chewy candy.
candywarehouse.com has sugar-free anise and rootbeer candy buttons. Go to their site, click on “themes” and then go to Old Fashioned and Nostalgic . . . also if you live near a Cracker Barrel restaurant, check out their store . . . they have old-fashioned candy, too. It’s probably cheaper to buy in bulk, but you might get some ideas. Also, see if you can find some old looking tin signs (hershey’s chocolate, etc) – they are usually sold at the same places the nostalgic cocoa cola signs are sold.
Candy warehouse – arrived broken -spent 1200 on their candy and they charged over 500 for shipping – a total waste of money. Their M&Ms can be purchased at Michaels for $1 less and you save on shipping, and they won’t be broken
I am selling glass containers, scoops. tongs and bags for candy or gourmet popcorn buffets. I am located in TX and would be happy to talk to discuss your plans with you. Thanks so much and best wishes!!!
I HAVE ALL SIZE OF CONTAINERS FOR SALE, I AM LOCATED IN BEAUMONT TEXAS. IF YOU CARE TO PURCHASE THEM PLEASL FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME.
i am interested in the items you have
Please contact me at ywright50@yahoo.com containers that i have for sale
yes, yes, yes i have a wedding in 4 wks
Did you already sell your containers? if not can do you have pics and prices? thank you
If anyone has additional jars/dishes for a candy buffet, I’m interested in purchasing them. My email adress is deandraemitchell@yahoo.com thank you.
I am interested in your containers. Please send me info on them…sizes, prices, etc. I live in Louisiana. Thanks
do u still have your materials for sale. you can pm me at amirahk2002@ yahoo.com
Hey! I’m having a candy buffet at my wedding in November. I have some small dishes, but I’m looking for different sizes & scoops/tongs of course! What are some of your prices?
Where in Texas are you located? I am planning my daughter’s wedding and need more candy ideas for the candy buffet………..
Have you sold your items?
I am interested in glass containers for wedding candy bar. tmcnninghm@hotmail.com
i would like to inquire about the items you are selling
do u have a picture would love to speak with u about purchasing what u have
Hello, im located in Texas, How much are you selling the items for and do you have pictures of the vases? thanks
plz tell me you still have the contains!!! i plan to start a candy buffet biz soon.
plz call me @ 863-581-1831 after 8pm your time. if still have containers.
thanks Nanny A
I am wanting to do a candy buffet at my wedding! My wedding will be in East Texas but not until October of 2011. I’m not sure if you have already sold your stuff or not but I am interested. Thanks.
Avery
Hi, would you mind sending some pictures of the containers and scoops?
Thanks in advance!
I am so excited about creating candy buffets and I have my first one in about a month. My question is pricing. At this point I think I am underpricing myself but I need the photos and exposure to start creating more business. Does anyone have some good advice on pricing?
I’d also like to hear some suggestions on getting customers. So far it’s been people at my job but I want to expand into a full time business.
As far as advertising . . . send flyers to reception halls.Fire Halls, Churches, VFW posts . . . any SMALL places that have wedding receptions, anniversary parties, etc. Also, consider donating your services for a charitable event . . . charge a fee per person at an event . . . give a small percentage to the charity. Have a pink, silver and white candy buffett for a breast cancer fund raiser, charge each customer for a bag. Hand out business cards at the event. Keep a photo album of your buffetts, and show it at events.
hello anna,
The going rate for Candy Buffets are $4.50- $4.75 per person. I have checked around and have gotten quotes and those are the quotes I have gotten so far! I have started my own candy buffet company and I think i’m gonna start with the $4.50 per person rate with a mininum of 25 people.
Hello, I am looking to start my own candy business too can you please tell me where to get good quality candy at good price. I leave in London and candy is not so big here as it is in the states.
I am starting my own candy buffet business. I need help on creating an order form, on pricing etc. any help will be appreciated. please email me or call me 256-679-1665 or fax me at 601-833-9054 thank you !
I’m starting my own Candy buffet business too….I too need help on EVERYTHING lol kidding….it is a bit overwhelming though. I have so many ideas but need help on the business side of things. Have you ( or anyone ) gotten any tips on the contract, pricing, etc. Also, Does everyone reuse the containers or make that part of the package and give them to the customer? Any help will be greatly appreciated!
I live in NYC (soho), and selling a candy bar from my wedding this month (which i may ad was a HUGE hit). I have 10 jars in all different sizes, currently has green ribbon around it. Also included are the clear bags with the silver closures.
pick up only, no shipping
$160
Hey! Are these still for sale? Also, can the ribbon come off or is it guled on?
hi! Yes, still available. We attached the ribbon with a small amount of glue, but i can remove them very easily with no damage. Please let me know if you have any other questions at Lkurlan@hotmail.com
Do you still have that? I am looking into doing this for my wedding.
candrikidis@comcast.net
I’m helping a friend do her wedding and we only have 5 weeks (not much notice) and we’re thinking of doing a candy buffet. Does this tend to get very expensive?
We live in IL, do you know of cheap places to get containers, candy, scoops & tongs?
If it a small to medium sized wedding (less than 125 attending) it can be done at a price comparable to giving regular favors. Some hints: If you are having it at a restaurant or hall, make sure they allow them (some places do not allow “outside food to be served”).
Don’t get to fancy with your bags, keep them small. Clear bags can be found at Hobby Lobby (save those 40% off coupons!). Don’t be overly specific about what candy to use . . . if you HAVE to have all silver candy, you have to expect at least some of it to be expensive. Go with a mult-color theme . . . you can use gum balls, Hershey’s kisses, pretty much anything that’s on sale! (Limit how much “meltable” candy you buy for a summer wedding.) Go to Walmart and get some of the clear cookie jars with lids (they have 2 or 3 sizes), and some clear bowls (also use graduated sizes) and they have 2 different sizes of candy canisters (those jars that have lids and rest of their sides). One of the biggest expenses for candy buffets is the jars . . . you will probably never use them again. If you buy the containers at Walmart, ALL of them can be used by someone. Use small scoops. Visit your local warehouse club to see what kind of candy they have. See if the hall or restaurant where the reception is being held will put a buffet table and will put a white tablecloth (with a skirt!) on it for your use. Then you just have to add a few decorations.
Good Luck!
I forgot . . . trifle bowls also make good containers for candy. Many woman get these as gifts at their wedding showers.
Hi Misty,
I’m doing a candy buffet for my daughter’s B Day and have been doing some comparison shopping – I found Walmart to be the cheapest for the glass containers. Try Costco or Smart & Final for the candy (Smart & Final has a better selection). I also have looked at candy stores and was told that if I purchase alot they would give me a substancial discount. Good Luck, hope this helps!!
Hobby Lobby 50% off, Walmart for different heights, and much cheaper. I bought mine for less than renting them and will nonetheless be as spectacular.
Recently, I helped with a candy buffet for a small wedding. We used milk glass candy dishes we owned, we borrowed some more, and picked up more from garage sales, flea markets, and Goodwill. We used a black table cloth and used all foil wrapped candy . . . hershey’s kisses, andes candies, york peppermint candies, gold coins, etc. It made for a stunning presentation.
I love this! Beautiful for a vintage theme wedding.
I thought I’d mention that Etsy now has several people who make custom items for candy buffets. Sticker for the bags, scoops with custom colored stones, signs, etc. Even if you choose not to order anything, you may find some interesting ideas.
my sister is on Etsy, and she does the custom scoops in your wedding colors. she is also on Facebook, WeavesBeads
Check out my Etsy shop weavesbeads.etsy.com
Hello everyone -
I am having a candy bufett at my wedding on August 20th and am looking for the scoops and tongs if anyone has any for sale or know where I can purchase them please email me @ leberle@roadrunner.com or comment on this!
Thanks in advance!!
Lynn
Oriental Trading.com I just bought a bunch for my Candy Buffet! Hope this helps :)
Check E-bay
http://www.scoops-scoops.com