Rustic Themed Trail Mix Bar
An adorable rustic themed Trail Mix Bar that’s super easy to put together. Perfect for all kinds of entertaining, including baby showers, birthday parties, camping parties, scouting events, and more!
My friend was putting together a party at our church for her son, who was celebrating his Eagle Scout Award. She wanted to do a trail mix bar, and asked me to help her put together something that would be super cute, easy to do, and fitting for the occasion.
A rustic themed Trail Mix Bar was perfect! Burlap trees, galvanized buckets. buffalo check fabric, and a roll of kraft paper created the perfect rustic space. My theme is always simple, simple, simple!
Rustic Themed Trail Mix Bar
I started by covering the tables with kraft paper that came in a giant roll. I just used what I had (I like to keep a roll on hand–they’re so versatile, I use it for everything!), and it wasn’t quite wide enough, but we made it work. If you need to order paper, then just measure your tables ahead of time for a more exact fit.
Red and black buffalo check fabric went along the back of the tables. I used fabric by the yard, but you could also use a table runner or even a scrunched up tablecloth. I added faux trees–some in burlap and others in galvanized metal buckets–they both went really well with the fabric. They’re the ones I use to decorate for Christmas, and since I already had them, it was perfect for the budget.
All the different toppings went in small galvanized buckets, and then I used chalkboard labels to write was in each bucket.
Kraft paper ice cream cups were worked perfectly for people to fill with their trail mix toppings, but you could also use clear treat bags as well.
Trail Mix Toppings Ideas:
- Mini oreos
- Teddy Grahams
- Raisins
- Mini Marshmallows
- Chocolate Chips
- Pretzel Sticks or Waffle Pretzels
- Mini M&Ms
- Nuts: Cashews, Almonds, Walnuts, Pecans
- Sprinkle Chocolates
- Craisins
- White Chocolate Chips
- Cheerios
- Yogurt covered pretzels
- Chocolate-covered nuts
- Honey Roasted Peanuts
- Reese’s Pieces candy
It was such a fun party, and everyone loved it…kids and adults!
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- Kraft paper ice cream cups
- Buffalo check fabric
- Faux trees
- Galvanized buckets
- Kraft paper roll
- Beverage dispenser
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Kierste Wade is a published author, blogger, and mom to six. With more than 20 years DIY and project experience, she has been sharing ideas on her blog since 2009. Focusing on simple and doable projects, she loves to share attainable ideas for all things home, holidays, and family. Kierste has been featured on Better Homes and Gardens, HGTV, American Farmhouse Magazine (print and online) Taste of Home, Country Living, and more.
