Insights on "Candy Steps"

With each candy buffet the quantity of candy needed will be smaller or larger depending on how many people are coming and the size of the display table.  For my wedding, we used a combination of the two methods mentioned in parts 1 and 2.  We looked at how many people were coming and made sure to order a little extra to make sure the jars all looked full and exciting.  Ordering 15-20 pounds of candy per candy chosen might be a little too much candy if you only have 50 people coming.  What I would suggest then, especially for smaller parties, is to order 2 candies in larger amounts such as 10-15 pounds, and then order 2-3 "filler" candies, to put in smaller jars around the table.  This will keep it fun, and help smaller parties have variety without having 20 pounds of candy laying around after the party!