Set up a penny candy store to delight children and adults.
Learn how to set up a penny candy store that will delight children and evoke a sense of nostalgia in adults of all ages, using bulk candy and a little creativity.
Mary Janes
Surprise Dad on Father’s Day
Want to surprise Dad this year with something unique and fun? Our Nostalgic Candy Gift Boxes will definitely make him smile and bring back a lot of childhood memories! A great variety of candies from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s are packaged in your choice of a red or white gift box. You can also request a card … Continue Reading »
Mother’s Day is Coming ~ Get Creative with Candy!
Are you or the kids looking to do something special for Mom or Grandmom? How ‘bout a handmade CANDY BOUQUET? Make this easy lollipop flower craft a fun family project! It’s very easy to do and all you’ll need is colored paper, markers, scissors ribbon, glue & most importantly – LOLLIPOPS! The round Mini Pops … Continue Reading »
Candy Isn’t Junk Food!
Studies suggest that it’s “junk food”, not CANDY that contributes to obesity. Well, I know I was thrilled to hear this! Those with a sweet tooth no longer have to feel guilty about admitting it. It seems people who eat about an ounce of candy (including CHOCOLATE) a day tend to have smaller waists, weigh … Continue Reading »
Nostalgic/Retro Candy… Still on the Rise!
It’s amazing how the demand for the “old fashioned” favorites continues to rise. When all the hype began, we brought in many of the popular retro candies like Bonomo Taffy, Slo Pokes, Necco Wafers, Candy Jewelry which include Necklaces, Rings & Bracelets and of course the Necco Candy Buttons… you know those tiny candies you peeled off the paper strips!… … Continue Reading »
Something “unique” for your Valentine!
Everyone knows that “Conversation” Candy Hearts are huge around Valentine’s Day & Chocolates are the popular gift to go with a bouquet of flowers – but why not try something different! We customize boxes of “Retro Candies” that have become extremely popular. You can bring back memories of the 50’s, 60’s or 70’s with our specialty 2-pound boxes of … Continue Reading »
Let’s Talk Turkey…
Thanksgiving is by far one of the best Holidays for families to reunite. It was always a favorite with our family. Since the family has grown so large with kids, grandkids, great-grandkids & in-laws and many moved out-of-state, it became harder for all of us to get together. Finally, three years ago we all decided to celebrate our … Continue Reading »
2010 Candy Expo!
The largest in the nation, the May 2010 SWEETS & SNACKS EXPO, turned Chicago into a “Candyland”! As we perused the aisles, it was apparent that candy consumers are no longer just the Baby Boomers. It seems the “Tweens” (pre-teen) are not only beginning to shape the candy industry’s future, they are affecting the present. … Continue Reading »