My FAVORite things!

This month I want to talk to you about favors. This is a great way to give guests a momento from your big day. I want to give you some ideas of things you could do and some local places you can get them. Some of these things may suprise you!

First let's talk sweets!
Candy bars are all the rage right now and a great way to keep all your guests happy (even the little ones). The idea is that you and your groom pick out candies that you really like. Then you set them up (nicely) on a table. I like to use fishbowls or other glass pieces (might be a good time to showcase some antique or hierloom pieces) and then at the end of the table you have favor bags with your wedding date information on it- or a cute saying.
Sometimes you get lucky and the person making your cake can also make other items. Cookies? Yes Mam! Lollipops? You betcha! Locally (Presque Isle, Maine) you can contact Tori at Creative Occasions! She does great work and is a pleasure to work with!
Recently, I found a little gem in the area. Robin's Chocolate sauce. This is a great product, fair trade, and certified organic! Not to mention it is made right in Limestone! Now, I have tried this chocolate and I am telling you it is yummy! Also Robin's offers cellophane bags and ribbons (in your wedding colors) to make the favors look a bit more finished. For more information find Robin's Chocolate Sauce on facebook!

Now let's talk about some eco friendly options!
Seed paper- this stuff is super cool. It is paper that has seeds in it. Your guests can plant these pieces of paper and lovely flowers will grow!
Glasses- you can have your name put onto the glasses and then they can use it for the toast! Then, they take it home and can use it!

Finally I want to mention something that I think is amazing to do...
Donations. Instead of having favors for people- set envelopes out for people to make a donation to a cause that is near and dear to you both.

I hope this helps you out! Feel free to comment with some of your FAVORite things!