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Apologies…And I’ll Be Back Soon!!

June 19, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

Dear Edible Crafts Readers,

So sorry for my delay in posting! I’ve been very, very ill this week and in the hospital, but I’m finally home and on the mend. I will be posting again soon, hopefully by tomorrow.

I have many submissions from the past week to sift through, but I’ll do my best to go through them all in the next few days, health dependent.

Thank you all for your patience!

meaghan

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Comments

  1. Jennifer says

    June 19, 2011 at 1:56 pm

    I’m SOOO sorry to hear that!!! I LOVE your website!!! I check it every single day and tell EVERYBODY about it!! I love it so much!! You’re in my prayers!!!

  2. Panya says

    June 19, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    Hope you’re well soon!

  3. Tiffany says

    June 19, 2011 at 2:49 pm

    Oh no……hope you feel better soon!

  4. Sandra from Stoffherzrausch says

    June 19, 2011 at 2:51 pm

    Hope you’re well soon!!!

  5. Staci says

    June 19, 2011 at 2:54 pm

    Take it easy…we’ll wait! Feel better soon!

  6. Aliyah says

    June 19, 2011 at 3:52 pm

    I hope you get well, soon!! Hopefully you’ll get some edible craft comfort food while you’re recooperating. :o)

  7. lynda says

    June 19, 2011 at 4:11 pm

    Sorry to hear you’ve been in hospital – do hope it’s nothing too serious. Hope you get well soon. sending you best wishes ;0)

  8. Mary says

    June 19, 2011 at 4:52 pm

    Oh dear. I was wondering why there were no new posts recently. I hope you get better soon! Lots of luck.

  9. Ali says

    June 19, 2011 at 4:57 pm

    I hope you are resting and on the mend. Rest up and take care of yourself first, blog later 🙂

  10. Wren says

    June 19, 2011 at 5:09 pm

    Take care of yourself. We will be here when you come back!

  11. Kim says

    June 19, 2011 at 5:12 pm

    oh no! get well soon! many hugs!

    hugs! Kim @ Party Frosting!

  12. Janel says

    June 19, 2011 at 5:15 pm

    Glad you’re back on track! (That’s what’s really important.)

  13. Kimberly Chapman says

    June 19, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    Hope you’re well soon!

    I’ve been neglectful of reading Twitter (which is how I track your posts) for the last two days anyway so while I’m sad you’ve been unwell, I’m glad I haven’t missed much. Your blog posts here are a treasure trove!

  14. Christine says

    June 19, 2011 at 7:08 pm

    Take care of YOU!! Please don’t apologize, you have a beautiful little girl that needs you……….. As everyone above said, the blogs can wait…….

  15. Maryann @ Domestically-Speaking says

    June 19, 2011 at 7:47 pm

    Rest up! Praying for a quick recovery…

  16. rosa says

    June 19, 2011 at 8:49 pm

    I really enjoy your blog. I hope you get well soon!

  17. Mary says

    June 19, 2011 at 9:45 pm

    Oh I am so sorry to hear you have been ill. You take care of yourself and we will be here when you feel well enough to post.

    bee blessed
    mary

  18. chicnjoy says

    June 20, 2011 at 2:15 am

    Get well soon!

  19. patti says

    June 20, 2011 at 4:24 am

    Hope you feel better soon

  20. DeeAnn S says

    June 20, 2011 at 5:20 am

    Sorry for your illness but happy to hear you’re getting better. Thanks for all you do, but please take your time so you don’t get worn out. We can wait (but not too long). 😉

  21. Miquela says

    June 20, 2011 at 8:22 am

    Oh no! So sorry to hear you aren’t well. I hope your recovery is swift and painless.

  22. Danielle says

    June 20, 2011 at 9:11 am

    Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

  23. Patty Price says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:05 am

    No apologies necessary. Take care of yourself and get well fast. Hope to see you posting again soon.

  24. Donna says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:20 am

    Meaghan, Please take care of yourself and don’t try to do too much too soon! Praying for your complete recovery.

  25. Becky Green says

    June 20, 2011 at 11:38 am

    Hope you’re feeling better!!!!!!! It’s NO FUN being ill!!!! 🙂

  26. Jandy Warner says

    June 20, 2011 at 2:01 pm

    I’m so sorry to hear you were ill and hope you feel better VERY SOON!

  27. Laura says

    June 20, 2011 at 3:53 pm

    What did you get yourself into, I hope nothing serious. Get better quickly we miss you.

  28. Shona says

    June 21, 2011 at 1:41 am

    Hope you start feeling better soon. I wondered where you had been as i’m addicted to your site and check daily. Thought something was up! Hopefully not too serious and we can see you back soon.

  29. Siobhan says

    June 22, 2011 at 7:49 am

    Meaghan, I hope you feel better soon. This is a fantastic site and I really appreciate your hard work. Take care!

  30. Cake whiz says

    June 23, 2011 at 2:45 am

    Hope you are feeling better 🙂
    Glad to hear you are back from the hospital and i will continue to pray for your good health.

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10 Ice Cubes That Instantly Elevate Champagne

Elegant flavour cubes to add sparkle, colour, and effortless glamour to your next glass.

Champagne has a way of making even the smallest moment feel worth celebrating. But if you’ve ever wanted to dress up your bubbles without turning your kitchen into a full cocktail bar, flavoured ice cubes are a beautiful, simple upgrade.

They melt slowly, add subtle flavour, and make your glass look like something you’d order in a rooftop bar — except you’re probably standing in your kitchen, still wearing comfy pants, hiding from the dog who’s trying to steal the cheese board. Relatable.

And the best part? You can freeze these weeks ahead, so when guests arrive (or when you finally collapse after a long day), all you have to do is drop in a cube and top it with Champagne.

Here are 10 elegant Champagne-friendly ice cubes, each designed to add colour and sophistication to your favourite bottle.

1. Classic Strawberry Champagne Cube (Blush Pink)

Per cube:
• 1–2 strawberry slices
• 1 rose petal (optional)
• Fill with water

Adds a soft pink blush and gentle berry sweetness.

2. Lemon Twist Sparkle Cube (Bright Gold)

Per cube:
• A curl of lemon peel
• 1 tiny lemon segment
• Fill with sparkling water

Brightens up drier Champagnes and adds brunch-energy sparkle.

3. Pear + Vanilla Luxe Cube (Creamy White)

Per cube:
• 1 pear slice
• A sliver of vanilla bean
• Fill with water

Soft, elegant, and perfect for cosy winter evenings.

4. Raspberry + Elderflower Blush Cube (Romantic Pink)

Per cube:
• 2 raspberries
• ½ tsp elderflower cordial
• Fill with water

Adds subtle sweetness and makes a stunning brunch cocktail.

5. Blood Orange Sunset Cube (Vibrant Orange)

Per cube:
• 1 thin slice blood orange
• Fill with water

Turns budget bubbles into a chic citrus cocktail.

6. Lavender Champagne Serenity Cube (Soft Violet)

Per cube:
• Pinch of culinary lavender
• 1 piece lemon peel
• Fill with water or cooled chamomile tea

Smells like a spa, tastes like a holiday.

7. Blackberry + Mint Celebration Cube (Deep Purple)

Per cube:
• 2 blackberries
• 1 mint leaf
• Fill with water

Gives Champagne a jewel-tone glow.

8. Edible Gold Rose Cube (Luxury Gold + Pink)

Per cube:
• 1 small edible rose petal
• Pinch of edible gold dust
• Fill with water

If “Champagne but make it fancy” had a mascot, it would be this.

9. Grapefruit + Rosemary Chic Cube (Coral + Green)

Per cube:
• 1 small grapefruit segment
• 1 rosemary tip
• Fill with water

For those who like a more grown-up, botanical sparkle.

10. Lychee + Lime Exotic Cube (Soft White + Green)

Per cube:
• 1 canned lychee (halved)
• A tiny lime twist
• Fill with water

Light, fresh, and beautifully aromatic — perfect for summer Champagne.

Hosting Hack: The Champagne Cube Bar

Arrange bowls of colourful cubes on a platter beside the chilled bottle, and let guests build their own glass. It’s simple, stunning, and makes even a casual gathering feel like New Year’s Eve.

Make-Ahead Note

These cubes freeze beautifully for at least a month, so they’re a brilliant little “do it now, enjoy it later” trick — especially helpful when life gets busy and you still want a touch of sparkle.

My Favourite Amazon Ice Cube Trays

I’ve tried cheap trays, weird silicone ones that smell like the cupboard, and everything in between. These are the ones that never leave my freezer, especially in December:

Large Square Cocktail Ice Tray – perfect for rosemary sprigs, citrus slices, and whole cranberries. 

Sphere Ice Mold for Festive Cocktail Balls – this makes those gorgeous big cocktail spheres that look so elegant in champagne coupes or gin glasses. 

Jumbo Ice Cube Tray With Lid – great when you’re prepping for a  party and don’t want your ice smelling like last week’s leftovers. I love the ones with the lids as I can stack them and make bulk batches, but putting the lid on does mean you can’t have sprigs sticking out. So I mix and match.

For something a little extra special , I have this rose mold and love it.

These dried flowers are also great for popping into drinks- Dried ones mean you can buy them ahead of time , ready to go.

Use whatever shape suits your drink style — cubes feel classic, spheres feel bougie, and no one is mad either way.

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