I believe I found my kindred spirit in Anglo-worship. I, too, like the creator of these Union Jack cupcakes, am a total Anglophile. My affair was much briefer, I’m afraid, having spent only a matter of months in Oxford and a bit in London studying, but I know oh so well the love of which she speaks. But back to … Read More ...
Rainbow Pesto Pizza
Aah, rainbow pizza for the sophisticates. Because there is pesto involved. And purple potatoes. So my kid would run for the hills. Make this gorgeous rainbow pizza HERE at Quick Dish.
Hosting a Rainbow party? Check out these Rainbow party articles over on our Party Ideas Blog and these Rainbow party decorations
we found on Amazon and these fun … Read More ...
Homemade JellO Snacks
I never even thought to make my own fruit snacks. (Anyone familiar with toddlers may have seen them gobble down a bagful or two… wonder if you can make these Disney princess shaped? Those are my kid’s favorites.) Make homemade fruit snacks with JellO HERE at Six Sisters’ Stuff.… Read More ...
Watermelon Doughnuts
Watermelon cookies, cake, waffles, JellO shots… even a watermelon keg. But I think this may be the first time I’m posting on watermelon doughnuts. The summer fruit icon knows no bounds. Make watermelon doughnuts HERE at Sugar Swings!.… Read More ...
Twinkie Bees
I’m hoping this snack cakes-turned-cuter trend continues, just for the time-saving factor. And the clever-hey-is-that-a-Twinkie
? factor. Turn a Twinkie into this adorable bumble bee HERE at Hungry Happenings.… Read More ...
DIY Sprinkle Cake Stand
Remember these Funfetti cake batter marshmallows? Want to make that crazy cute sprinkle cake stand? Me, too. Find the step-by-step how-tos for the DIY sprinkle cake stand HERE at 1 Fine Cookie.… Read More ...
Fifi le Pancake – Fun Food Recipes
This poodle pancake even appears to have a bit of attitude, thanks to the sliver of grape for the eye. Make poodle pancakes HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons. And on a side note, pink? Really? Read the full post to see what I mean…
A few weekends ago, my two daughters and I had the pleasure … Read More ...
Ombre Party Skewers
This one falls into the category of little touches for a party that make a stop and notice statement: Ombre party skewers, easy to make, too. Find the how-tos to make ombre dip-dyed party skewers HERE at Somewhere Splendid.… Read More ...
Homemade Root Beer Sno-Cones
At least if you make your own syrups, you can sort of control the sugar intake? Maybe? (I type that thinking of my daughter’s most recent Cherry Sno-Cone on the boardwalk with the puddles and puddles of syrup poured on by the well-meaning teenager.) These puddle-less homemade Sno-Cones are gorgeous, I think. Find the recipe HERE at Dine and Dish… Read More ...
Olympic Rings Candy Favors
Oooh, two candy favors in a row… This one for the Olympics. Party ideas for those rings seem few and far between, so I appreciate them fully when I spot one. These easy, colorful candy favors are keepers. Plus, this great concept could be adapted any time of the year for a rainbow party. Find the how-tos to make these … Read More ...
Personalized Candy Photo Favors
Such an adorable and fun way to personalize store-bought candy favors: Add a photo! I know lots of kids who would get a kick out of seeing their friends on their treat. Find the how-tos HERE at tikkido.
Constellation Cookies
As gorgeous as the night sky itself (which, living in a city, I see so rarely). I adore this sweet astronomy lesson. Find the decorating how-tos HERE at Bake at 350.… Read More ...
Popsicle Men
Officially on my too-cool summer wish list: The Lollypop Men Popsicle Mold. Find it HERE at Perpetual Kid.… Read More ...
Flying Saucer Falafel
Looks like the aliens have invaded just in time for dinner. (Groan, seriously, why do I even say stuff like that?) Anyhoo… I bet the kiddos would still find that funny. Maybe? Make flying saucer falafel HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.… Read More ...
“Potato Field” Sweet Potato Cupcakes
These darling cupcakes are for a family of potato growers, and they celebrate the potato through and through. Split open the sweet potato and chocolate cupcakes with chocolate cream cheese frosting to find a “potato field” inside. Love it. Find the recipe HERE at Ninas Kleiner Food-Blog. (translation tool available).
