Oh, the macaron. A few years ago the craze hit the foodie mainstream, and while I don’t see the internet flooded with the sweet treats as much, cute versions are still milling about. The macaron is sort of my white whale (note to self: when you master the macaron, make a whale). I’ve tried them only once and it did … Read More ...
7 Sweet Ideas for Graduation
I have to admit I’m thankful that my daughter doesn’t have a Kindergarten graduation. Sheesh, I mean is it really that big a deal to “graduate” from Kindergarten? It’s not like she had to pull any all-nighters this year or anything. I like keeping the kudos to kids to a minimum, which means I won’t have to celebrate a graduation … Read More ...
7 DIY Food and Drink Gift Ideas for Dad
Beer, ties and moustaches. Always the same thing for Dad. Here are a few ways to make beer, ties and moustaches awesome.
DIY beer bread mix packaged IN a beer bottle, complete with free printables is awesome. Find it at Designed by Dawn Nicole.
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10 Star Wars-Inspired Treats
I have to admit, I’m totally out of the Star Wars world now. I’m about old school Star Wars. The original, unenhanced trilogy. Playing Princess Leia in the backyard, my brother was Luke, or maybe Han. We probably made my sister be Darth or Jabba the Hutt. But apparently the whole massive Star Wars complex is alive and thriving. Here … Read More ...
Trending: Sharpies on Your Dishes and 8 Ideas
The Sharpie® marker was introduced in 1964, the first permanent pen of its kind, coveted for its ability to write on almost any surface. Fifty years later, Sharpie is still coveted for its ability to write on almost any surface. I’ve seen a resurgence in the past few years of crafters re-claiming the tool. Sharpie designs are showing up in … Read More ...
Glittery Cupcake Toppers
I’m pretty sure I need to make some kind of glitter-covered topper for every cake and cupcake I make from now to eternity, because I love these. Cupcake toppers, non-toxic glue and disco dust. So smart! Find the how-tos HERE at the Layer Cake Shop blog.… Read More ...
Stiletto Heel Cupcakes
These are edible. No, really. All edible. And yet, I’d kind of like to wear them. Make amazing stiletto heel cupcakes HERE at Make me my Cake.… Read More ...
Tulip Marshmallow Pops
So pretty for spring, and I love any chance to use cupcake wrappers. Make chocolate marshmallow tulip pops HERE at the Layer Cake Shop blog.… Read More ...
7 Kid-Friendly Edible Craft Ideas from Dixie Crystal (and Lots More)
I didn’t know that Dixie Crystals had such a wealth of ideas for playing with sugar. They have a whole section just for kids, and plenty of recipes for grown-ups, too. Guess I’ll be adding this site to my bookmarks!
Make edible finger paint HERE.
Make this adorable necklace from sugar cubes HERE.
Make sugar art … Read More ...
Tiny Swirly Cookie Bites
These little, bite-size cookies are perfect for snacking or parties. I made them from leftover dough and icing to bring to a party. You can use any colors you like, all you need is a toothpick for swirling. Find the how-tos HERE at the decorated cookie.… Read More ...
Make Your Own Food Face Plate
Did anybody else laugh audibly upon sighting these? It’s not just the fact of face plates, and a post on how to make said face plates, but the crazy clever food decorations to turn your family hilariously silly. I mean, come on, cheese shirt and tie? A pretzel hairdo? Find the how-tos HERE at She Knows, from Project Denneler… Read More ...
Candy-Filled Graduation Hat Cookies
Keep the surprises coming folks… what other clever sweets can you hide candy in? I adore these candy-filled graduation hat cookies. Find the step-by-step how-tos HERE at Hungry Happenings.… Read More ...
JellO Building Blocks
I think it’s very important to play with your food. JellO building blocks you eat AND play with, HERE at Kiwi Crate.… Read More ...
Typography Cake
So I know that baking cool designs inside cakes has become very popular, but actual words? A literary nerd like me appreciates this. Find the how-tos HERE at A Subtle Revelry.… Read More ...
Isomalt Diamond Cake
Because a girl can never have too many diamonds, give her a diamond-covered cake. Find the cake and tips for working with Isomalt HERE at 1 Fine Cookie.… Read More ...
