candy – Page 114 – Edible Crafts

Quick, Easy Chocolate Mints

January 19, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

Turn mints into chocolatey gifts quickly with these how-tos from Gimme Some Oven. I had to include this picture below, too, of the process, because the image is just so fabulous. Pure abstract art.

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Gumball Flowers

January 18, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

I posted on gumball flowers way back when (HERE), but this version by Gourmet Mom on-the-Go is definitely worthy of repeating. Find the how-tos HERE. {spotted on EpiCute}

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Perhaps this idea would’ve been best around Halloween, but just in case you have a need for some monster-esque celebrating, learn how to make totally edible googly eyes (from pill capsules, sprinkles and Whoppers) HERE at Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories.

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A Kid-Friendly Heart Day Breakfast

January 14, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

I love this collection of heart-filled breakfast ideas for Valentine’s Day from No Fuss Fabulous. Easy, clever and yummy. Find the ideas HERE.

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Check out these Make-Ahead Recipes books we found on Amazon.

If you are looking for more easy breakfast ideas check out our Pinterest board dedicated to breakfasts.

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Cherry Snowmen – Perfect For Cocktails

January 14, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

Despite our warming weather, my kid is still obsessed with snowmen, which means I must necessarily be obsessed with snowmen. Find the how-tos for making these white chocolate covered cherry snowmen HERE at Blisstree. {found via Grin and Bake It}

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Conversation Heart Crafts

January 14, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

Love ’em or hate ’em, conversation hearts are synonymous with Valentine’s Day. Find crafts and ideas for using conversation hearts HERE at celebrations. My favorite idea is to make a candy heart wreath (how-tos HERE).

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Fortune Meringue Cones?

January 13, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

Hmmm, not sure what to call these faux-ice cream cones made with meringue cookies that contain secret messages. But cute for Valentine’s Day. Find the how-tos HERE at Better Homes and Gardens.

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Easy Rose Cupcakes

January 12, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

Family Fun never disappoints with clever (kid-friendly) holiday treats. Find all kinds of Valentine’s goodies HERE, like these rose cupcakes made from Fruit Rolls.

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Gem Candy

January 12, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

Learn how to make these beautiful candy jewels (and accompanying jewelry box) HERE at Martha.

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Valentine’s Day M and M Treats

January 11, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

The Hostess with the Mostess blog has mined the site Bright Ideas for us all and rounded up some great, easy ways to decorate treats with M and Ms for Valentine’s Day HERE.

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Tutorial: Dino-Creatures

January 10, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

Learn how to make the fondant creatures on this stegasaurus cake with step-by-step how-tos from A Baked Creation.

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Candyland Cake

January 5, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

Pure sweet brilliance. That’s what I think of this candyland cake. Find the inspiration HERE at A delightful day, found via the lovely Gordon Gossip.

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Lollipop Garden Cake

January 4, 2010 by Meaghan Mountford

This cake from baking and love reached through my computer screen and grabbed me the minute I saw it. Maybe it’s because it’s called a lollipop garden cake (brilliant name). Find the post and recipe for the cake HERE.