You all know the site They Draw and Cook, a compilation of illustrated recipes from artists around the world, yes? I expect you do, as I posted about them last year and I also expect you to read this blog every day for years and years. Really, it’s that important. They Draw and Cook, together with Allrecipes.com, … Read More ...
Archives for August 2011
Applesauce in the Microwave
This is one from me. I thought my daughter genius for “inventing” microwave applesauce (as in, she said, “let’s cut up an apple and put it in the microwave”). Apparently all the world does this and I had no idea. Make applesauce HERE. And bonus, find a link to make the fondant worm.
… Read More ...Fondant Book Cupcake Topper How-tos
Oversize, dye-cut, landscape… I love that A Baked Creation not only provides how-tos to make fondant books for cupcake toppers, but that they embrace the book so fully. Find the tutorial HERE.
… Read More ...The Muffin Strikes Back
Look (and learn) how Cheyanne of Off the List made muffins cute as a cupcake. Find the recipe and how-tos HERE.
… Read More ...Cake Batter Martini
Dessert and a cocktail all in one? Yes, please. Learn to make cake batter martinis HERE at How Sweet It Is.
… Read More ...Writers and Their Food
Whenever I’m (rarely) afforded a day of uninterrupted writing, I take all meals at my computer so as to not waste a second. (See crumbs in keyboard as evidence.) That combination of sitting in one’s home, thinking and typing, consumption and productivity is inevitable. So I find this peek into what some great writers used/use for food muses especially clever. … Read More ...
Raise Money for Kids with Cancer just by Leaving Comments
As one who has suffered life-threatening illness in and out of hospitals for half of my life (and I’m pretty old, almost forty! egad),any tales of medical woe and tragedy evoke instant heartache. Scratch the personal part, I think any tales of medical woe and tragedy can evoke instant heartache in anyone, regardless of their situation. Trish of Sweetology introduced … Read More ...
Vodka Soaked Gummy Bears
I’m absolutely smitten with this idea from That’s So Michelle… Vodka, Gummy Bear candy and sticks? An utterly perfect combination. Find the how-tos (easy how-tos) HERE.
… Read More ...Fancy Homemade Oreos
“Fancy” because just look at that kooky design on top. Find the recipe for “Fauxreos” HERE at Brave Tart, or check out the full post, including a history of the Oreo and its homemade versions, HERE at Serious Eats.
… Read More ...Xylophone Cake
I spotted this Xylophone cake with instructions on Pinterest, but couldn’t find the original source. A little digging and I found it on a few sites claiming it’s from Woman’s Day. I can’t find this cake any longer at Woman’s Day, but at least we’re a little closer. Find the how-tos on Pinterest.
… Read More ...DIY Gummies
Using silicone ice cube molds opens up all kinds of possibilities for homemade gummies. Learn to make gummies HERE at Kimberly Chapman. And check out what she did with gummies and cake balls HERE.
Making your own gummies has become very popular as it allows you to control the ingredients and let’s face it store-bought gummies are so expensive … Read More ...
Death Star Cake and Star Wars Cupcakes
Best. Mom. Ever. Check out this Death Star cake and Star Wars cupcakes Michelle made for her kid’s birthday over at Sugar Swings!. Find close-ups of the character cupcakes and tips on making everything HERE.
… Read More ...Food for Football
It’s time for football again? I really would have little idea. I imagine these are foods for watching football, though, not playing. Find a week of ideas for football-watching food HERE at from Glitter to Gumdrops, including strawberry footballs, Frito pie packs (meaning pouring chili right in a Frito bag, intriguing), and some pretzel cookies inspired by yours truly… Read More ...
Rainbow Ice Cubes
I spotted these in one of my searches for all things rainbow for my kid’s 4th: rainbow ice cubes. Pure genius. Find the how-tos HERE at Share and Remember. And while you’re there, check out the clever artwork the cutie pies made with them.
UPDATE! Somehow I totally missed (though it’s clear as day) that the coloring is liquid … Read More ...
Back to School Smartie Treats
Yep. These will be perfect for my little smarty pants starting school next week. Find the printable to make back-to-school Smartie pants treats HERE at Rook No. 17.
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