This is a good guideline provided you use jars that hold about 5 pounds of candy each. Depending on the candy, 5 lbs. Very often people come into the store with pictures of the jars they need to fill or with the jars themselves and some of them are REALLY big.
That might not be a problem if you are having a candy buffet for several hundred people, but it can certainly be an issue for a smaller event. Our recommendation is to look for medium size jars, that you can fill with a bag or two of candy. Here are two tips for that as well. In particular, you need to pay attention to the mouth of the jar. The jars in the photo above may be pretty but not a particularly good idea for an efficient Candy Buffet.
So keep your candy in mind when picking out our jars. Candy buffets come in all shapes and sizes and the number of jars used can vary greatly. Most people use between eight and We know a few customers who have gotten great deals there. Thrift stores also often have a few jars lying around the store. Another place to look is discount stores like Home Goods and Big Lots; you might find some good deals there.
Friends and relatives can also come in quite handy when looking for jars. If you have a good amount of time, ask everyone you know to look for jars wherever they go. They may have jars you can borrow or know someone who does. Borrowing jars can be a big money saver. Often venues have a variety of jars and are willing to let you use them as part of your event. Some will even fill them for you! Another way to keep your costs down is to skip the glass altogether and take a look at plastic jars. They may not be as traditional, but they can still look great and cost A LOT less than glass.
Essentially, what you do is lay your candy on a table in some kind of organized manner, using a few jars as needed for unwrapped candy such as gummy bears. Ok, so this one is really just a style issue, but most people seem to agree that candy buffets looks better when you mix jar heights and sizes. Using big jars for bigger candy and smaller jars for other items is a start.
Also consider varying the height of the jars using something to raise some of the jars on the table. Glass blocks and plastic risers make great bases for jars and the resulting height adds contrast to your display and can make it look even bigger. Some go a bit bigger or smaller depending on the gusset, color, etc. Chinese takeout and other boxes are sometimes used as well. Generally you can stay at the lower end for adults and the higher end for children. While those guidelines are great, most people buy too much candy.
The biggest reason they overbuy is because they have to fill big jars. If you read your way down this post, you know about buying big jars and what you can do about it to save yourself some money. The other main reason people overbuy is that they just want more candy. Some really just like candy.
Hey, if you want it, go get it, just make sure to…. You also want to consider the crowd. No matter what the crowd or event, you should consider using a variety of different candy types. Keep in mind that no matter how much or what kind of candy you buy; odds are that you will be left with some at the end. For a black and white party, finding the perfect color candy might not be problem; but a lavender and coral buffet might be a bit harder. Looking for Tiffany Blue, you will certainly find some candy out there, but will you find enough candy you like to fill your buffet?
In this case, the best piece of advice we can offer you is to be a bit flexible in your colors. For example some go with a rainbow theme, choosing candies of all different colors. The possibilities for themes are endless. As candy buffets are becoming a standard feature at events, people are starting to expand upon them with other, non-candy items.
Many people put these items right on the same table as the candy, for a varied look. If your wedding date allows for it, a great time to stock up on candy is after a holiday. Just make sure to double-check expiration dates on the boxes to make sure they would be fine for your wedding date, of course! In planning your candy list, depending on the number of jars you use, stagger your candy price points. Then, several mid-range treats, and use the bulk of your jars for more budget-friendly varieties.
This way, you have a span of options for guests. If you have a Meijers store nearby Midwestern grocery chain, similar to a Super Target or Super Walmart they have an entire aisle devoted to bulk treats in a variety of colors! As a hint, stores like Target and Walgreens offer their very own in-store coupons on different candies and cookies from time to time. You can stack these deals with a manufacturer coupon and a sale for some awesome savings!
They came out to just under. First, check out what you have at home. Think about any random vases you have in your cabinets or basement collecting dust. It never hurts to ask, right? Dollar Tree is a great place to check. A few plain glass bowls and glass candlesticks can easily be glued together to cheaply create a much fancier-looking ensemble!
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