Just in time for Father's Day and the end of the school year, I'm sharing how to make this tasty DIY Candy Bouquet. It's a gift idea that's perfect for dads, teachers, and anyone with a sweet tooth! Originally a "Man Bouquet" Valentine gift for my hubby, I hope this project is perfect for someone on your gift list!
Want to know how to make it? Of course you do! Don't worry. This project's an easy one. (The best kind!)
DIY Man Bouquet {Candy Bouquet}
Materials:
- Class jar or vase
- Wooden skewers
- Ribbon
- Card stock (any flower color -- yellow, pink, red, white, etc.)
- Glue dots or strong tape
- Rubber bands (I actually used the girls' hair tiny hair elastics)
- Favorite treats! (Tall, skinny stuff and a few round treats.) I used beef sticks, cookie snack packs (Oreos, Nutter Butters, and Chips A-Hoy), Charelston Chew Candy Bars, Valentine heart snack cakes, and Little Debbie oatmeal cream pies. I also used tiny treats to fill the bottom of the jar.
Here's a view from the back:
Here's what you do:
- Using rubber bands or hair ties, attach the skinny packs of cookies to the skewers (pointed side up).
- Cut large flower shapes out of the card stock -- making sure they are larger than your round treats. Attach the treats to the flowers with glue dots or a strong glue.
- Fill the bottom of the jar with tiny treats, and then carefully slide in the beef sticks, Charelston Chew bars, and skewer-topped treats.
- Tie a ribbon around the top of the jar.
Viola! You're done. If you are giving the gift to your hubby, now comes the hardest part. After delivering the gift, restrain yourself from sneaking treats while he's at work or school! You can do it. (I can't, but I'm sure you probably can!) Hee, hee.
Hmm. Maybe I need a man bouquet for Mother's Day next year! Those treats look mighty good!
Thanks so much for stopping by today. While you're here, be sure to check out some of my other ideas for Father's Day.
Father's Day Photo Collage Template
Father's Day/Birthday Candy Gram
Riesens Why I Like You (Teacher or Dad Gift)
I hope you'll stop by again soon!
Marie @ The Money Template
This is totally great! I showed this one to my seven year old daughter since his father would be coming next month and she told me that she's going to follow these steps.
Heidi
What a fun project for your daughter! My kids liked helping with mine. Have fun!
isobel morrell
What a terrific idea - I used to always be stumped as to what to get my darling husband when he was still with me! Am about to become a grandma though, so when that happens, I'll know what to give my son-in-law! Thanks!
Heidi Fowler
I'm so sorry you lost your husband. This would be perfect for a son-in-law!
jdigi82
this is such a great idea! men need love (and bouquets) too! lol xo, jess
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Heidi Fowler
Thanks, Jess. It's a toss up which I'd rather get . . . flowers or treats!
Megan Walker
So cute! I especially like the flowers : ) Thanks for sharing!
Heidi
Thanks, Megan. The kids made their own this year and skipped the flowers, but I like them, too.
stacey
How fun! I always have a hard time getting stuff for my husband - but now I know :) This is perfect!! Thanks for the inspiration!
Heidi
You're welcome, Stacey. Thanks for taking the time to comment! It always makes me happy to hear from readers.
Emily @ My Mom Made That
This is a good idea! My husband would love it!
Heidi
I hope he likes it, Emily!
Martha
Although here in Greece Father's Day isn't so popular, i found this idea great and very easy!
I will probably do it!
Heidi
I didn't know you were from Greece, Martha. So fun to have visitors from all over the world!
Danita @O Taste And See
Thanks for sharing with us at Family Fun Friday. Your post is being featured this week! I hope you'll stop by and link up again. This weeks party starts this afternoon.
Heidi Fowler
Thanks so much, Danita! Don't know how I missed this last week!
Amy @ Marvelous Mommy
Such a cute idea! Thanks for linking up with us at the Create Link Inspire party! You were featured today!
Heidi
Im so excited, Amy! Thanks so much!
Clare @ Super Mommy Club
This is a great idea and just perfect for Father's Day. I might have to give it a try if I can round up enough candy before Sunday!
Heidi Fowler
I'd better get working to get something ready for Sunday, too! Thanks for taking the time to comment, Clare!
Jennifer @Making Our Life Matter
What a good idea for gift giving. My Dad is always hard to shop for, so I could make up a bouquet of his favorite snacks.
Heidi Fowler
That would be perfect, Jennifer. That's why I like this idea so well. It's one size fits all!
Megan
Awesome idea! My dad would love this and it makes a really cute gift from the grandchildren. Thanks!
Heidi
My kids made their bouquet all by themselves this year. It would be great for the grandkids, too! I should have had my kids make one for Grandpa!