Ok, so this was SUCH a fun post to set up.
Sometimes when I have an idea it never quite pans out the way it’s supposed to…AKA the pumpkin pie pancakes I attempted to create a week ago.
But this candy bar? I’m very much feeling it.
And I had to share because it’s SO EASY TO RECREATE IT’S STUPIDDDDD.
First things first, here’s an up close view of the top & bottom:
This project started out while I was roaming the aisles of Home Goods ( this happens a lot: ideas at Home Goods…anyone else? ). Basically I grabbed a bunch of vases/glass dishes, some candles ( blacks, whites, golds ), two black display stands, & a packet of black plastic, creepy-ass spiders.
I went home, emptied my bar cart, & set up for Halloween.
Make sure you have different heights going on when you set-up your own cart. One height is very vanilla, & you definitely want to sexy it up a bit.
To finish the bar cart up, simply light candles, add creepy crawlers in random places, & cue The Monster Mash. TA-DA. Fun for adults & kids!
For empty spots that need a little extra love, add fake candles.
( …truthfully I find fake candles highlllyyyy irritating ( they’re kind of half-assed ) but I used a couple because I didn’t want to have 32578923 candles around the candy ).
Ok before I go I have to tell you guys about ‘the black licorice fiasco.’ Last week, I was INTENTLY working. Totally in my zone— a little Brazilian Lounge on Spotify, a lot of e-mails, working on a post, & balancing my checkbook ( which IS NOT my strong suit ). So. I out of my peripheral I see BLACK X 10.
And there sits T.Boone Pickens…he had individually dragged half of the black licorice twists ( one by one, I might add ) across the floor from the lower bar cart area. There he sat, in his white plush bed, casually sucking on a long piece of licorice.
And naturally measly pieces of black licorice were stuck between each tooth. Let’s just say I immediately pulled out the ‘doggie toothbrush’ & a Swiffer.
Regardless…it still looks semi presentable, right? Some of the pictured licorice is definitely post-naughty Boone. He’s a wily little one. By the way, Pixy was sitting perfect in her teepee, clearly annoyed.
Anyway, I’m off to eat room service at 12:37 AM at night…late night, casual dinner of scrambled eggs & berries. Whoops.
Talk soon, Lauryn
+ P.S. if you’re looking for a gold bar cart, World Market has the MOST BADASS one. It’s TO-DIE!
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This is a wonderful idea. Halloween isn’t such a big deal over here, but I love it! It’s my favourite time of year. I do have a tray full of sweets just in case I get Trick or Treaters, but people don’t really do it here, and I’ll probably eat all the sweets myself while watching Tim Burton films – It’s Halloween, it’s allowed, right? I am worried that the temptation of a cart full would be a little too much, as it clearly was for your dog! 😉
Aimee xx
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Hahaha it was definitely hard to resist! The sour Skittles are my weak spot!
Lauryn recently posted..Yummm…A Halloween Candy Bar Cart
Such a cute idea if you’re having a get-together or a party! I agree on the different heights, looks a lot more stylish. And lovin’ the candles of choice here (especially the white ones in the back!)
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Thanks babe!
Lauryn recently posted..Yummm…A Halloween Candy Bar Cart
I’m looking for a bar cart now and that Target one is perfect! Thanks! Also, love the candy bar idea. So cute.
The Target one is SOOOO inexpensive compared to the ones I have seen. Such a steal!
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Love this! I just did a post on Halloween Chic and now I kinda feel like featuring some of your great pictures and ideas. I am so in the market for a gorgeous bar cart but my man isn’t really into the idea. What is it with boys and home decoration? We are on a total different wave length sometimes. Thanks for these great ideas Lauryn! 🙂 xoxo
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You can for sure feature anything with a link back! Enjoy!! I just do it and then distract Michael when he comes in…shove candy in his face! Hahah.
Lauryn recently posted..Yummm…A Halloween Candy Bar Cart
I love it! Just one more reason for me to add a bar cart to my dining room!!!
Sara
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You will love it! I get so much use out of it!
Lauryn recently posted..Yummm…A Halloween Candy Bar Cart
That bar cart is this shiz! The yummy candy is just icing on top. Love the setup!
Happy (almost) Halloween!
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Lauryn recently posted..Yummm…A Halloween Candy Bar Cart
Those white ‘graveyard’ candles are fucking amazing!! I need need need them for my spooky ghost party! xxx
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I know, I die for them! I am going to use them after Halloween too. Plus they’re $1.99 at Rite-Aid. Score!
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I hate black licorice but I love how it looks on this candy-bar cart. Fun post!
Stephanie
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I HATE IT TOO! YUCK> clearly, Boone LOVES it. HA.
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YUM
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First off sour skittles are amazing! I totally forgot about them but I need them in my life again stat! This is adorable for an adult Halloween party!
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what’s the purpose of fake candles anyway?