Tip 7, Sweeten Up: "Set up a fully-stocked and interactive candy bar for your guests to enjoy. Make sure to have plenty of options so you don’t run out (anything extra can be donated or added to gift bags). For this party, I hit up Dylan’s Candy Bar for black-and-white variations of lollipops, stirrers, gum balls, and marshmallows. Basically, any candy that looks great, is graphic, and can fill bowls, works. Then, go through every room in your home and look for glasses, vases, and bowls that are different shapes and heights. Fill 'em up with your loot and make sure to have serving scoopers!"

Tip 8, Get Centered: "Step outside your comfort zone and create a centerpiece display with something unconventional, like feathers instead of flowers."

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