Wedding Recap: Party Favors

Party favors. They're kind of a controversial thing. Some people love 'em, some people don't so much. Some people say they're necessary, some don't. I for one, think they're a great idea. But it has to be something appropriate. 

In the past, I have gotten a variety of things as wedding favors. A drinking glass personalized with the couple's wedding date. A photo frame coaster with the couple's picture inside. A set of coasters. Assorted candies. A truffle. A paper filled with flower seeds. You name it, it has probably been done. 

But like many things, I'm kind of opinionated about this. [i know, hard to believe.] I don't really need a single coaster with your photo in it. I don't really need a single drinking glass to go with my entire set. Those things are all wonderful, don't get me wrong. But something edible. Something that people will really use and/or enjoy. That's where it's at. I'm sure you saw this coming... but we gave assorted candies as our wedding favors.

One evening, my  mom and I put on our sweats and started our own little factory. We filled 300 little silver boxes with assorted candies, then wrapped each one with a colored ribbon and a Thank You tag. It took us way longer than we anticipated, but they turned out really well. And considering the fact that I didn't have one left over the following morning, I'd say our guests enjoyed them.

We also had a little something for all the kids in attendance. My mother-in-law put together personalized little gift bags to help keep the kids entertained. They were age appropriate and labeled for each child to help them feel a little more special. 

We wanted our guests to enjoy a sweet treat to accompany them home,

and I think this was just the ticket!

Except I'm not so sure many weren't enjoyed before leaving for the night....