Disclosure: I was provided with sample rolls of Smart-Fab to facilitate this post. All opinions are my own.
Remember a few weeks ago I shared ideas a tablescape for a Superhero party? Several readers asked about how I created the box that held the popcorn cones.
Displaying cones of food is an easy, festive way to bring some height to any party table. I started the project with a discarded box, a roll of blue Smart-Fab non-woven fabric, Duct Tape, newspaper comics, and wax paper.
Step 1:
Cut 15-20 2″ diameter holes in the bottom of the box with an X-acto knife.
Step 2:
Cover the bottom of the box with colored duct tape and then use scissors to recut the holes (do this second because cutting through the cardboard and duct tape is very difficult otherwise.)
Step 3:
Wrap the rest of the box in Smart-Fab or duct tape. In the case of my box, I had 2 panels of blue Smart-Fab and 2 panels of yellow tape. I liked the contrast of colors and textures.
Step 4:
Using your Smart-Fab non woven fabric, cut out a cute saying. I chose Pop! because it connected the popcorn I was adding to the cones to the Pop! Bam! Wham! associated with superhero actions. One of things I like best about Smart-Fab is that it is easy to cut and does not fray like other fabric. Check out this video to see more!
Step 5:
Layer wax paper over a half sheet of newsprint. Roll into a cone so the wax paper is inside. Tape with gift-wrap tape and trim off any excess wax paper with scissors. This ensures that the food products do not touch your newspaper.
Step 6:
Run a strip of Smart-Fab party fabric down the center of the table to add color and pull the table together. Consider stenciling, drawing, or hole punching it for added pizzazz! Place your box on the table, fill it with popcorn, and EAT!
Oh I love this!! I am hosting a Frozen themed birthday party and this would be great for the display boxes for food
Sarah @ Finnegan and The Hughes recently posted…Thoughtful Thursday: The Kolbe Fund
What’s not to love… I would do exactly as you have but honestly see so many possibilities.
Barbara @ Homeroom At Home recently posted…Phantom of the Opera at Academy of Music
Love the creativity and agree that a decorated table needs height… wonderful way to do so. Great post.
Barbara @ Homeroom At Home recently posted…Phantom of the Opera at Academy of Music
I would love to use them for cotton candy or with popcorn as you did! My son would absolutely love the superhero theme!
Jeanine @MommyEntourage recently posted…Science Fun With #NetflixKids
What a fabulous way to add to the presentation of the table! Of course my boys would love a superhero theme so I may just have to snag your entire tablescape!
Stephanie (@MammaBearsWorld) recently posted…Captain America: The Winter Soldier Review
Ohh! I’d love to try to make those flowers… need some happy colors in my house right now! Love the food cones!
Lindsey recently posted…Sister to Sons Spotlight: Stella & Dot
You always have the coolest party ideas!
So cute! Love the comics paper for the popcorn!
kim @ DESIGN + LIFE + KIDS recently posted…EVENT. kleenex party on facebook
What an awesome party idea! I’d love to use this for the next party I have!
Reesa Lewandowski recently posted…#RealSolutions with Gorton’s Seafood – Win a Prize Pack! Ends 4/17
Such a fun party great job. we love super heros and smart fab looks great!
Sherry recently posted…Chicken Taco Salad with Avocado Dressing #FreshTake sponsored
That popcorn made me hungry. LOL.
Diatta @ Femme Fitale Fit Club recently posted…D is for Diet
I like to cut sheets. Oh the things I could do!! I love doing crafts with my grandson and I LOVE decorating for parties!
This is a really neat idea! I am totally pinning.
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i love this idea!