candy_pinwheelsHeck, I’d even say the cupcakes are optional (though always welcome). I love these Airheads-turned-pinwheels for a bit o’ cupcake decor or 4th of July party treat. Find the step-by-step how-tos to make them HERE at Studio DIY.…

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Candy-making is a tricky thing. It involves a thermometer, which suggests precision is necessary. Not “suggests,” precision IS necessary. I’m not precise. So I very much appreciate shortcut candymaking. All of these lollipops need no thermometer to make, leave no …

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fruit_icecubesSpeaking of ice cube trays… here’s one more super cool way to use an ice cube tray. Only this one actually does involve ice. But also gummy bears and other fun things. Make fruit and gummy bear ice cubes …

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bananasplit_cakepopsGeez, I haven’t had a banana split in years. It seems so much more convenient to eat them on a stick in cake pop form, don’t you agree? Find the recipe and how-tos to make strawberry banana cake pops HERE

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pop rocks party.jpgI’m serious. Make your own Pop Rocks, with the fizz and everything. Did you know you could do this? Find the how-tos HERE at Instructables, from Doodlecraft.…

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Want to see your kids chased by ants all summer? Bedeck them with edible jewelry. Or let them make their own.

Make bracelets from Airheads at Design Improvised.

Color your pasta for jewelry at Hellobee, from Hank and

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lawnmower_cupcakesThis is way better than actually mowing the lawn. I should know. That was one of my chores as a kid. Find the step-by-steps to make lawn mower cupcakes for Father’s Day HERE at the Celebration Shoppe blog.…

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Wow. A gingerbread house for the gardening set! (Just for the record, that’s not me. Gingerbread house, yes. Gardening, no.) Find the tutorial for this fantastic gingerbread greenhouse and garden HERE at Party Pinching.…

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Popcorn. The new old edible craft? It’s amazing what you can do with some corn kernels beyond popping some to watch a movie. Make cookies, ice cream cupcakes, macarons, even cornbread. Here are 18 different ideas for eating popcorn.

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I’m a big fan of consumable gifts. Not just for obvious reason (um, edible crafts are what I do), but because consumable gifts are perfect for those that have everything, AND when consumed, they leave no clutter. Here are some …

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These Father’s Day desserts are in that category of desserts for dad that are wow-worthy. Maybe even jaw dropping. Definitely time-taking to show Dad you really do care and didn’t slap some sugar together last minute. Four that impress:

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Grill Cake PopsThe burgers are eerily realistic on these cake pops, aren’t they? Make grill cake pops HERE at Dunkan Hines for Father’s Day, your summer picnic, or well, I’ll let you decide.…

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While I’m all about sweets, my big secret is that I actually prefer salty. Now, chocolate-covered salty is perfection. Specifically, chocolate-covered pretzels are a profound weakness for me, which I suppose is why I’ve not made them in ages. …

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confettimarshmallow numbersI…I think… I think I love these. Very much. Make homemade confetti marshmallow numbers HERE at Studio DIY.…

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I feel compelled to mention my adamant refusal to go camping any time I have anything camping-related on this blog. My aversion to camping is a well-known, unchangeable part of my being. But. If I HAD to go camping, I’d …

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