Instructions

1. Wash, dry, and prepare fruits by slicing or cutting into bite-sized pieces then set aside. 
2. Prepare any dips or spreads that are homemade, and set aside. 
3. Use the smaller cookie cutters to cut out cheese or fruit into star shapes.  This works best with hard cheese and larger fruits like watermelon.
4. Place the largest star cookie cutters onto the board along with any ramekins for dips or spreads. 
5. Start by filling those ramekins or cookie cutters with spreads, dips, or a larger item. 
6. Next, place your largest items onto the board.  Do this in lines, curves, or just clusters. 
7. Next, place the medium pieces like cheese or berries.  Add contrasting colors next to each other so they "pop". 
8. Finally, fill in any gaps with small pieces like candy bits, crackers, or fruits.  
9. Add serving spoons or tongs and set up on your buffet, table, or counter before guests arrive.