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Some dessert table HIGHLIGHTS from CW distinctive DESIGNS:
“Hot Chocolate” Mousse Cups
Winter Wonderland Backdrop
Red Velvet Diamond Truffles
Tissue Paper Garland Banner
Vendor Credits:
Candy and Dessert Table Concept and Styling by CW distinctive DESIGNS
Tissue Tassel Garland The Flair Exchange
After creating a dessert table for her youngest daughter’s college graduation, I was thrilled to work with my client again to celebrate her oldest daughter’s bridal shower. Here is our Vintage Parisian Sweet Treat Dessert Table…
Vendor Credits:
Dessert Table Planning & Styling by CW distinctive DESIGNS
Champagne Cupcakes by Little Sweet Cakes
Eiffel Tower Cookies by The Cookie Jar
This past year we have so much to be thankful for:) The business flourished, we gained many new friends, worked with some fabulous people in the field, and welcomed Baby Gavin into the world! Looking back through some photos of our displays it was difficult to choose a Top Ten. Some of our favorite displays didn’t even make the list, but sometimes it is more about the entire experience. Perhaps it was the appreciative client that desperately needed our help, the creative theme of the event, the team of collaborators that were involved, the first time we introduced a new dessert, or even for the actual guest-of-honor or charity that we were celebrating! Whatever reason it may be, these were the top ten displays that we created this year:
10. Rustic Wine Themed meets Intimate Wedding Elegance
9. European-Inspired Dessert Table
8. Annie Taintor Themed Bridal Shower Candy Table
7. Little Bird Baby Shower Sweet Treat Dessert Table
6. Purple Candyland First Birthday Sweets
5. Mr. Prepster’s Christening Candy Buffet
4. C+P Explosive Wedding Candy Table
3. Peacock Inspired Sweet 16 Candy Station
2. Dining Out New Jersey Toys for Tots Charity Event
1. “Miss Alana’s” Sugar and Spice Baby Shower Candy Table
Thank you to all of our past and future clients! You make this ALL WORTH IT! Looking forward to the Year 2013…
Last year, my family vacationed in Portugal and Spain to visit extended family and take pleasure in the culture. Thus this European-Inspired Sweet Treat Dessert Table was motivated by our enjoyment of the delectable desserts we savored and the simple, yet stylish atmosphere we experienced. The special event was a dual baptism for my son and neice, for whom I am honored to be a Godmother for. The neutral color scheme consisted of gold, champagne and white hues; it coordinated well with the venue’s warm yellow tones. And we love the venue: La Fontana’s Restaurant🙂
I come from a family of “foodies,” thus the focal point of the room became the dessert table. Some European-inspired desserts included our family’s favorites: Pasteis de Nata, a Portuguese crème pastry that melts in your mouth, and Mille Figlio, what the Americans know as “The Italian Napoleon.” Also included were French Macarons, Meringue cookies, and Ferrero Roche chocolates. Kid and adult favorites, such as Snickers, chocolate covered Oreos, grapefruit/pineapple gummies, chocolate caramel and pretzels rounded out the display.
Each guest was given a gold tote to take some home as an additional favor.
The beverage table included Grandma’s homemade Sangria, which always proves to be a success, as well as red and white wines imported from France. We love Hand Picked Selections, Inc!
A scroll pattern and a chic cursive font were used for the labels. The flower centerpiece stayed true to the European tablescape simplicity, as they were Pellegrino and wine bottles spray painted gold and champagne showcasing white hydrangeas with baby’s breath. Champagne pintuck runners were used atop the tables.
Check out our facebook page for more detailed photos of this dessert table, as well as our extensive portfolio:)
VENDOR CREDITS:
-Event Design/Dessert Table Styling: CW distinctive DESIGNS
-Photography: Adam Lindstrom Photography
-Cake: Cakes-By-Me
-French Macarons: Sweet Sarah Artisan Confections
-Pasteis de Nata: Tiexeira’s, Newark, NJ
-Venue: La Fontana’s Restaurant
Vendor Credits:
Candy/Dessert Table & Logo Design: CW distinctive DESIGNS
Photography: JanPress Media
Chocolate covered Oreos: Sweeties by Kim
I love what I do, and do what I love and this was one event that encompassed it all! This Candyland Bat Mitzvah pulled out ALL the bells and whistles; I was honored to be part of it. This is what over 20 feet of candy + desserts look like…
Photos by Danny Weiss Photo
The eye CANDY of the evening came as the guests exited the nightclub and entered the bar that was closed down and solely devoted to the table of goodies. They were greeted by a heavenly table of sweets, designed and executed by CW distinctive DESIGNS. The Candy and Sweet Treat Dessert Table, logo, and displayed artwork coordinated together.
I was so honored to be able to design the labels and graphics for the table myself, as well as provide the ideas for the artwork pieces that were showcased, featuring the guest-of honor.
Every single element of the table was precisely thought through, coordinating with the theme and cohesively bringing the event together.
Some candy included: colorful Skittles, Sour Patch favorites, Pink M&Ms, assorted Whirly Pops, various gummy choices, Red Hots, jelly beans, multi-colored Twizzlers, candy necklaces & buttons, giant gummy bears on sticks, and marshmallow ice cream cones.
Chocolate treats incuded: custom-made molded chocolates with the guest-of-honor’s logo, chocolate covered pretzels, Rice Krispie treats, and Oreos.
Some EXTRA fun features included: pink popcorn, an enormous five-tiered display of pastel-colored cupcakes, cotton candy, a tabletop gumball machine, uniquely-designed sugar cookies, and delectable pastries.
I love that everything was captured in photo by Danny Weiss. (Psssst….check out his wedding and kid photography…UnReAL!!)
This is the inspiration board that I made to help design the table…
Let CW distinctive DESIGNS create the Candyland table of your dreams!
Vendor Credits:
Candy + Dessert Table Design by CW distinctive DESIGNS
Photography by Danny Weiss Photography
Chocolate covered Oreos by Sweeties by Kim
Pastries, Ice Cream Cone/Candy Sugar Cookies, & Cupcakes by Elisa’s Bakery
Colored Glazed Popcorn and Cotton Candy by Sakida
Everybody needs a little fun in their lives! Let’s have amusement with a Candy Land Dream…The inspiration came from wall stickers I found online at Wall Sticker Outlet.
CW distinctive DESIGNS can work with any theme that you need, but, this time, we are bringing the theme to you… Candy Land! What screams Candy Land more than a candy buffet or dessert table to satisfy your sweet tooth?
Nostalgia candy is a necessity, from the wild flavors of gummy bears to some of Willy Wonka’s famous creations. Boardwalk candy doesn’t always have to be offered at the boardwalk. Garnish your event with some favorites!
Caramel popcorn and brightly-colored whirly pops can be presented in our new lollipop display.
Cotton candy will be sure to please both the young and old, and we did not forget your neighborhood ice cream man’s explosive treat of enjoyment…Pop Rocks!
You do not have to order a Screwball ice cream cone to get to your tiny two gumballs at the bottom. Place an order for a tabletop gumball machine with CW distinctive DESIGNS, so your guests can keep chewing all day!
Photo Credits
Cotton Candy – Style Me Pretty
Candy – CW distinctive DESIGNS
Plan to see some varying color combinations in 2011 weddings, showers, and other celebrations. This year, the color range of 2010 will meet some new flavor creating a clean, chic design. For example, the standard pink and mocha will be swapped out for purple and grey and the conventional sage and brown will be replaced with green and yellow.
If I was better with a camera, I could visually share some of my {Purple & Grey Inspiration} with you. I never have it handy when it is most needed!
My Inspiration:
First, a fall wedding I attended last October…
It was the first time I saw someone play with purple hues and do it very well. From the backdrop lighting to the colored rock candy and signature cocktail of the evening, the colors of eggplant and plum garnished the reception venue. It was playful and fresh without being too loud and swanky. With a touch of femininity, it accentuated the bride without overshadowing the groom.
Then, it was time to paint my own bedroom…
I splashed a daring grey-toned paint up on the walls with some hesitation. The result: a clean, sharp appearance as it popped next to the thick, white molding.
After this inspiration, what I ended up with was a visually-appealing color combination: purple and grey.
In need of a new color combination and/or a unique favor idea for your next event? Contact CW distinctive DESIGNS 908.309.7536 for ideas to customize your candy buffet and/or sweet treat buffet table.
Photo Credits
(Top left) Shauna Younge Dessert Tables; Martha Stewart needs to move over because she is the next big thing! Love Her:)
(Top Right) Etsy
(Other Photos) CW distinctive DESIGNS
Cheryl of CW distinctive DESIGNS is excited to*LauNch* the new Sweet Treat Dessert Table! This time it’s part of a teal & brown {Winter Wonderland-Inspired} Baptismal Celebration for her son. Who better to test out the new edible craft, but her family and friends!
In keeping with the theme, Cheryl came up with unique + clever ways to incorporate her design.
Tissue Pom Poms were attached to the wall to add dimension and color. This DIY project tutorial is featured on CW distinctive DESIGNS’s blog.
Continue viewing for images and details as told by Cheryl…
The INSPIRATION for the sweet treat table was a modern teal and brown invitation ordered from Tiny Prints and a color-coordinating cardstock that was chic and fun! The centerpiece of the sweet treat dessert table was an unbelievable 4-tiered cupcake stand displaying my FAVORITE current OBSESSION – sTuFFeD cUpCaKeS! I made cupcake wrappers, and the cupcakes were adorned using DIY toothpick labels.
Candy choices included: dark chocolate covered pomegranates & blueberries, chocolate covered pretzels, Ferrero Rondnoir chocolates, gummy cola bottles, and sour gummy raspberries
Guests were able to enjoy the desserts throughout the celebration, and take some home for an enjoyable favor in a frosted cupcake box that were sealed with a petal hook.
The DIRTcups were personalized with petal-shaped cut-out stickers. I designed and created all the stickers and labels. I love using varying shapes and sizes to add to the design!
Caramel popcorn clusters filled the homemade cardstock candy cones.
Other dessert treats included: chocolate-dipped hazelnut wafers, brownies, Reese’s dessert bars, & cream puffs
VENDOR CREDITS:
Design, stickers/labels, & Sweet Treat Dessert Table: CW distinctive DESIGNS
Stuffed Cupcakes: The Petite Cafe Nutley, NJ *Featured on the Oprah Show*
Food Catering: Top Tomato
Invitation : Tiny Prints
Cardstock/Paper Design: Moxxie
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