Well, I'm still working away on favor ideas for my younger daughter's upcoming tea party and I came up with these...
They are miniature chocolate bars wrapped in vintage wallpaper scraps and decorated with glitter. I often make the large sized bars, but I was thinking that it would be so cute to make some mini ones.
Here's what you'll need to make some, too:
-Miniature chocolate bars (I buy Hershey's Miniatures, but I put the ones with nuts aside in case anyone is allergic)
-Vintage wallpapers, scrapbook paper, or wrapping paper
-glitter
-double-sided tape
-Glue pen or Elmer's Glue
-scissors and/or paper-trimmer
To begin, cut some strips of paper (I used my vintage wallpaper scraps) into narrow strips, just slightly wider than the "Hersey" logo - you will want to leave some of the silver foil showing.
Next, wrap the paper strips around the bars and secure neatly on the bottom with some double-sided tape. Now, you can leave these plain or embellish them some more. I decided to use some glitter to highlight some design elements on my vintage papers.
To do this, just place a small amount of glue on the areas you want the glitter, sprinkle on the glitter, and shake off the excess. Be sure to allow them to dry completely.
These can be completely customized for whatever event you are having - weddings, showers, birthdays, etc....because you can use choose any colors and patterns you wish!
Plus, because they are chocolate, they are sure to be a big hit!
Next, wrap the paper strips around the bars and secure neatly on the bottom with some double-sided tape. Now, you can leave these plain or embellish them some more. I decided to use some glitter to highlight some design elements on my vintage papers.
To do this, just place a small amount of glue on the areas you want the glitter, sprinkle on the glitter, and shake off the excess. Be sure to allow them to dry completely.
These can be completely customized for whatever event you are having - weddings, showers, birthdays, etc....because you can use choose any colors and patterns you wish!
Plus, because they are chocolate, they are sure to be a big hit!
:-)
Jessica
I love, love, LOVE these! I'll def. be making a michaels trip for some paper today. Thank you for sharing this with us, I just know your daughters party will be darling. Wish me luck with mine on the 26th! :)
Posted by: Erikalisa | February 19, 2010 at 11:48 AM
what a very lovely idea. I'll be doing this for my little girl, when she's older and has lots of friends round for her bd. :o) thank you for such a sweet (in every way!) idea.
Sadie
Posted by: sadie | February 19, 2010 at 12:14 PM
What a special party she's going to have! Those are beautiful!
Posted by: Tami B. | February 19, 2010 at 12:17 PM
You can also use the hershey nugget candies and address labels. I stamp the labels then let my son (he is 4) color and decorate them. the labels are self sticky, so it saves on the mess. I love glitter, so I use Stickles glitter glue to add some pizzazz. Thanks for sharing the wall paper technique!!! I never think to use things like that!!
Posted by: randi | February 19, 2010 at 12:29 PM
they look amazing - great idea :)
Posted by: Pamela Angus | February 19, 2010 at 12:34 PM
Theses are lovely, a great idea! I am going to use this idea for baby shower favors! And possibly again for a tea party coming up soon!
I love your site.
Posted by: Katie | February 19, 2010 at 01:18 PM
Beautiful favor Jessica! This is definitely going into my "good idea" file!
The party is ure to be wonderful!
Posted by: marie | February 19, 2010 at 01:26 PM
These are so beautiful....I think I will make some for Easter. Thanks for another beautiful idea. Oh lucky your daughter is to have such a talented Mama.
xxoo Valarie
Posted by: Valarie Kraft | February 19, 2010 at 01:28 PM
I can hardly stand it! Everything you do is so beautiful!!! Beautiful! My daughter is also having a tea party for her birthday party. I am in the process of making paper shoes to hold treats, your candy bars would look beautiful in them.
Thanks so much for sharing all your wonderful ideas. I wish you could hear me gasping with delight every time I pop over to your site! You are such a treasure!
Kate
Posted by: kate | February 19, 2010 at 01:28 PM
Jessica, this is absolutely to die for.
Your blog is always full of eye candy. I love every post. When I sit to have my cup of coffee, and see your name pop up with a new post, I'm always excited to look.
Thank you for making my days so much prettier. I'm a pink personality too : )
These little chocolate bars are perfect. You are one very talented, creative soul. My favorite was your pantry OMG. When I sprinkle each and every one of my cup cakes I think of you in a good way : )
Have a great weekend and I can't wait to see your daughter's party.
Love Claudie from Canada
xoxoxo
Posted by: claudie | February 19, 2010 at 01:41 PM
Jessica,
I saw these on your Flickr. What a stunning idea. I just love to see what gorgeous creations and ideas people come up with. I LOVE THESE!!!
Posted by: Cathy Scalise | February 19, 2010 at 02:32 PM
I've been lurking for a bit. You have the best ideas! I love your Target Tuesday posts. :)
Posted by: Jessica at Kids Napping? I'm Scrapping! | February 19, 2010 at 03:13 PM
this is so right up my alley!
xo
elyse
Posted by: elyse | February 19, 2010 at 03:41 PM
I too have been lurking a bit - and you really do have the BEST ideas! SO creative. I always check your Target Tuesdays as well...and every once in a while, I purchase your item of the week! :) Love your blog.
Posted by: Abby | February 19, 2010 at 04:12 PM
cute idea!
Posted by: charlane | February 19, 2010 at 04:36 PM
This is such a good idea and so sparkly and pretty. Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Sarah Sarniak | February 19, 2010 at 05:10 PM
Everything you do is fantastic... I think I might try these. I have to plan my daughter's 3rd birthday everytime I ask her what she wants she says Pink.
But I have no idea what to do, I'll keep coming back here to get inspired! Feel free to offer me any ideas!
Cheers!
Posted by: Angie | February 19, 2010 at 05:13 PM
Just GORGEOUS! She is a very lucky girl.
Posted by: Kim | February 19, 2010 at 05:25 PM
more ideas that are just beyond beautiful!!!
Posted by: cashon & co | February 19, 2010 at 05:53 PM
These are adorable! I was just thinking how cute they would be with the pastel foil colored candy bars that come out at Easter time, they should be in stores now. Very creative :) Love them!
Laurel
Posted by: Laurel | February 19, 2010 at 07:18 PM
I do these for every holiday and put them in my glass candy dishes. Used them for my daughter's grad party too, they were a hit. Great and simple idea, the paper you used is beautiful.
Posted by: DreamGirlLisa | February 19, 2010 at 08:51 PM
Cute!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Cherie | February 19, 2010 at 09:27 PM
You sure have a way of making Everything look soooo beautiful!!
Posted by: debi | February 19, 2010 at 09:42 PM
They're darling! Great idea!
Posted by: Julie | February 19, 2010 at 10:47 PM
These are adorable. I just want a bowl of them sitting around my house. LOL
Posted by: [email protected] | February 20, 2010 at 01:46 PM
I've seen this done before , but never with vintage wallpaper.
What a great idea! They'd be wonderful favors for a spring tea party!
xo
jeanne
Posted by: Jeanne | February 20, 2010 at 05:26 PM
Hi Jessica: These are beautiful...love them. Where do I get the vintage wallpaper?? Don't forget to share the rest of the great ideas you're doing for the party. Can't wait to see!!!
Posted by: Myke Holt | February 21, 2010 at 01:54 AM
What a fantastic idea! I'm really going to do this... :)
Posted by: Diana | February 21, 2010 at 01:14 PM
I made some of these for Christmas and Valentines with the paper that goes with the holiday, big hit with my family. I have got to tell you, this is the most awesome blog I have ever seen. Such bright vivid colors, eye candy, it makes my day to look at your pretties. I will be back tomorrow.
Ginger
glitter and roses
Posted by: ginger | February 21, 2010 at 03:53 PM
Those look fabulous! The glitter makes them extra-special!
Gina
Posted by: Gina | February 21, 2010 at 10:17 PM
These are so pretty and sweet. What a great treat for the dainty girlies.
Posted by: Erica@ZunkyChic | February 22, 2010 at 12:40 PM
What an absolutely fabulous idea. How precious......
Also, I think you should put together a little bag of those wallpaper stripes and sell them. I would buy them. They are so yummy...
thanks for the wonderful idea.
have a fabulous day
Cari B.
Posted by: luckygirlgifts | February 24, 2010 at 12:25 PM
Really, these are breathtaking...all lined up!
Posted by: Jean A | February 26, 2010 at 10:04 PM
Oh, what a cute idea!! :)
Posted by: Becca | February 27, 2010 at 08:57 PM
Very cute idea! Love it :)
Posted by: Zoe, Conversation Pieces | March 04, 2010 at 05:11 AM
super cute! these will be the hit of the party!!
Posted by: LuAnn | March 12, 2010 at 10:18 PM
You really have a gift of creativity. Who would have thought that these are only a hershey's mini chocolate bars. I thought this is another new brand of chocolate.
Posted by: Personalized Chocolate Gifts | March 22, 2010 at 09:51 PM
It's amazing!..I'm sure your daughter loves them and will wish you to do that every single day..You have a good job..
Posted by: Chocolate Printing | May 13, 2010 at 07:50 PM
This is really pretty! I have been looking for a DIY wedding favor and I just found my pick! Thanks so much for featuring this!
Annabella Merlin
Creative Photo Albums
Posted by: Annabella Merlin | April 30, 2012 at 12:32 PM
sweet idea!
Posted by: Jill O'C | March 28, 2013 at 09:38 PM