The Better Lemonade and Dessert Party: Part III

There are good parties and there are great parties, and really they are very similar except for a few things here and there. Details are what separate "meh" from "WOW!" Aside from streamers and balloons, here are some details I think really made my lemonade and dessert party successful.

{Monogramed, linen, cocktail napkins from Neiman Marcus}

{Mason jar cups with lemon slice, ribbon, printed card, and a moustache straw!}

{Dessert cards to describe each treat to guests}

{Cake stands are far better than plates. Bottom three from Macy's Martha Stewart collection, top two purchased from Costco}

{Handmade triangle banner and coordinating tablecloth}

{Candy bar}

I was very surprised to learn that candy bars don't come cheap. Luckily I live in the Los Angeles area and was able to find this store. The candy bar pictured above in addition to the candy table, and snickers for the cheesecake totaled to about $175. It seems like a lot but once you start researching the cost of bulk candy you'll commend me for my thriftiness.