halloween is just around the corner and i’m so excited that i actually have an excuse to go trick-or-treating after a hiatus of at least 20 years.  yes – i have a little gnome who will adore candy-givers in the neighborhood as he collects each tiny candy for his mama (poor guy – he’s allergic to peanuts – likely can’t eat a darn thing!).

my point is:  people love treats.  so it’s always a nice gesture to have a little bowl of sweets. candy kisses or custom-colored M & M’s are two of my favorite classy looking candies.  Sixlets are great too  – and you can buy them in bulk in the color of your choice. 

i love them in a pretty glass or crystal bowl, flower vase  - or even a snappy apothecary jar (i love this one from SaveonCrafts for only $23!). 

heck – it might even be fun to do a dorky little “guess how many are in here” contest which (when clients provide email) can win a gift certificate to your store!  easy and fun.

i guess my biggest problem with candy jars at ooma was the temptation to eat them all myself (and yes – often a much larger share than anyone else).  remedy?  put them a little futher than your “station” (and make sure you at least have to walk to get a candy!).

Enjoy Halloween!