DIY sweet cones are the ultimate party hack—affordable, eye-catching, and suspiciously satisfying to assemble at midnight the night before your child’s birthday party. Whether you’re a Pinterest pro or a frazzled parent with a stapler and a dream, these cone-shaped miracles make every kid feel like they’ve just left Willy Wonka’s private event.
At Monmore Confectionery, we supply the sweets that fill the cones that fill the Instagram grids of thousands of party parents across the UK. And with the help of our unbeatable 1kg sweets range, you can make your sweet cones look high-end without emptying your wallet or your patience.
1. Why Sweet Cones Still Work
Unlike plastic tat or sugar-free raisins masquerading as treats, sweet cones never disappoint. They’re personal, portable, and packed with actual joy. You don’t need a theme or a workshop full of glitter—just a clear cone bag, a few scoops of sweets, and a ribbon. Job done.
2. How to Build the Perfect Cone (Without Losing Your Mind)
- Base layer: Use chunky foams or marshmallows—they give structure and visual lift
- Middle layer: Add colour with jelly sweets, fizzy belts or sour snakes
- Top layer: Finish with a showpiece—lollipop, chocolate coin, or wrapped chew
Seal it with a twist tie or ribbon. Add a name tag if you’re feeling fancy. Or don’t. You’re already winning.
3. Bulk Buying = Brilliant Value
This is where 1kg sweets earn their keep. One bag easily fills 10–15 cones, depending on the mix. Our range includes jelly cherries, fizzy strawberries, foam bananas and blue raspberry belts—all heat-sealed for freshness and perfect for party prep. Because no one wants to run out halfway through cone number nine.
4. Choose Your Crowd-Pleasers
Kids might not care about nuance, but they know what they like. Top fillers include:
- Jelly sweets (gummy bears, fizzy cola bottles)
- Marshmallows and soft foams (great for little ones)
- Sour belts or fizzy strips (because sugar + zing = fun)
- Wrapped sweets or mini bars for clean finishing touches
5. Remember the Dietary Details
It’s 2025. Your sweet cones need to think beyond flavour. Our vegan sweets, Halal options and gelatine-free foams are all clearly labelled and every bit as moreish. It’s the kind of thoughtful detail that gets noticed (and appreciated by parents at pick-up time).
6. Presentation Tricks for Extra Impact
- Use pastel cones for baby showers and soft-themed parties
- Add confetti or edible glitter for extra “ooh” factor
- Print a label with the child’s name or a thank-you note
- Tie with colour-matched ribbon or rustic twine
Why Parents (and Retailers) Trust Monmore Confectionery
We don’t just sell sweets—we help build unforgettable moments in cone-shaped cellophane. Our wholesale customers, from home-based party planners to large-scale event organisers, come back again and again for our quality, freshness, and sheer range. From classic jelly favourites to TikTok-famous sour combos, Monmore Confectionery is your one-stop shop for sweet cone success.
So whether you’re planning a birthday, selling favours at your shop, or just making sure your child doesn’t show up empty-handed to Year 3’s party of the decade, remember: the most brilliant party bag solution might just be a beautifully packed, joyfully filled DIY sweet cone.
