Learn how to make these edible Lego men from candy melts and this ice cube tray HERE at 3rosebuds.
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A Table Pretty in Pink, Green and Daisies. And Vodka.
A little flashback to Spring… some preppy tablescape inspiration. Clockwise from top:
1. Grass and daisy placemat, spotted on the Hostess with the Mostess blog.
2. Mini DIY Cake from Oh Joy Eats.
3. How to pipe daisies with frosting from Wilton.
4. Bubblegum vodka lemonade. Yes. Bubblegum vodka lemonade. From Taylor Takes a Taste.… Read More ...
DIY Ice Cream Cake
Ice cream cake just might vie for the number one spot with ice box cake as my favorite all-time dessert. Learn to make your own HERE at eighteen25.
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Cupcakes Take the Cake Seeking Interns
Aaaah interns. This unpaid labor force swarms here to Washington DC every summer for their chance at a resume building job filing for a congressperson. Wish they had cupcake internships back when I was in the game. If you’re still in the game, the NYC based blog, Cupcakes Take the Cake, is looking for two interns, one local, one remote. … Read More ...
In Bloom: Nectarine Tart
Find the recipe for this gorgeous nectarine tart cleverly arranged to mimic a flower HERE at the always gorgeous and clever, Bakers Royale.
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Mini Ice Cream Cookie Pops
Seriously, what is it with me and stuff on sticks?? Learn how to make these these mini ice cream cookie pops HERE at pen n’ paper flowers, spotted on the idea-filled site, Catch My Party.
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Too Soon? Back to School Treats
Find some school themed inspiration to get you in the mood for the inevitable HERE at Family Fun, like this pencil cake.
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The Surprising Versatility of Cheetos… Rachel Ray, Sushi and More
Now this is a commitment to art, celebrity and orange fingers: A huge portrait of Rachel Ray created with Cheetos by artist Jason Baalman. The show aired recently, and is discussed HERE at slashfood.
Who knew you could do so much with Cheetos? Cheetos, apparently. Check out their recipe ideas HERE, including broccoli Cheetos, Cheetos sushi and Cheetos … Read More ...
Roundup: Cheesecake on a Stick
I didn’t intend for a roundup of cheesecake on a stick, but lo and behold I found enough cheesecake on a stick to merit one.
Find the recipe for these striped cheesecake pops at Dessert All the Time.
Make cheesecake pops with bakerella.
And have you heard of this? Frozen cheesecake slices, chocolate dipped and on a stick. … Read More ...
Cake Bunting… A New Trend?
Hmmm, dare I declare a trend? I shall: Tiny little bunting. I remember seeing bunting at the celebration shoppe to adorn a cupcake stand and the image has stuck with me. When I happened upon this cake bunting at Design Sponge, well…I’d say a second sighting is enough for a trend. The cake bunting, made from vintage and reused … Read More ...
Food Photography Tips: Aperture
Good food photography is essential for a good food blog. And hence, good food photography is my greatest struggle. I am not a natural. So I snap a million pictures hoping for one at least minimally suitable to post on my blog. And I devour tips from other bloggers, like this lesson in aperture from Zoom Yummy. Find … Read More ...
Candied Hazelnut Cupcakes
Check out this eye candy from La Mia Vita Dolce. Click HERE to learn how to make these Candied-Hazelnut Cupcakes (with the caramel dipped hazelnuts), originally from Martha’s Cupcakes. And if you like these, check out here and here.
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DIY Jumbo Frosted Animal Crackers
As I have exactly this same bag of frosted animal crackers in my snack drawer (or at least I did before the 2 year old demolished them), I was smitten by these jumbo DIY versions at Bake at 350. Find the recipe HERE.
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Top 40 Cupcake Frosting Combos
Check out this list on The Stir of the proclaimed 40 best cupcake frosting combos. Makes me want to try a Guinness cupcake with Bailey’s cream frosting or Earl Grey Cupcakes with lavender frosting.
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Chocolate Mustaches
As is now well documented (see here) mustaches as party decor are rather big now. And what a perfect treat for a boy baby shower. Learn how to make these HERE at Prudent Baby.
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