While we were an Intellivision family in the ’80s, my friend down the street had Atari, and I was obsessed with Breakout and Pac Man. So to see those classics now in Gummi form, well, it brings a tear to my eye (not really, but it is pretty cool to watch). Created by Sam Q. Kim, check out this stop-motion … Read More ...
Mix and Match Cake Toppings
Find a roundup of ideas for topping cakes–sprinkles and marshmallows and candy and nuts and such–HERE at Real Simple.… Read More ...
Stained Glass Cookies for Mom
I found two submissions in my Inbox today for beautiful, stained glass cookies for Mother’s Day. Hence my conclusion that stained glass cookies for Mother’s Day are a must this year, so best get baking. Find step-by-step how-tos for making heart stained glass cookies (on a tree! So lovely) HERE at Cake Whiz. And I also love the idea … Read More ...
DIY Pop Rocks
You know you’re a kid of the ’80s when you equate “Pop Rocks” with the urban legend (yes, sorry fellow kids of the ’80s who still believe, it’s a legend) that Mikey of the Life commercials met his doom via a deadly combo of Pop Rocks and soda. That was my first thought at spotting this recipe to make your … Read More ...
Pink Fuzzy Slipper Cookies
Even though I just recently posted on a fuzzy pink slipper sweet (here), how can I possibly not post on this fuzzy pink slipper version made with Nutter Butters and shaved candy melts? Find the recipe and step-by-step instructions HERE at Hungry Happenings.… Read More ...
Beer Jello and Margarita Cupcakes
Beer Jello! Yes, that exclamation point was there before I realized there was also an explanation point in the photograph. Find a recipe for beer Jello (perfect for Cinco de Mayo) HERE at Sugar Swings!. And if that’s not enough sweet booze, you’ll also find a recipe for margarita cupcakes.
Sombrero Cookies
Sombrero cookies! For tomorrow! You know, cuz it’s Cinco de Mayo
! (And my friend’s birthday, but that has nothing to do with sombreros.) Learn to make ’em HERE at Random Thoughts of a Supermom.… Read More ...
Edible Topiary
I’ve been seeing more and more goodies with Donut holes lately, it’s making me want to go buy a box and start crafting. Learn to make an edible topiary for Mother’s Day from donut holes, Rice Krispie treats and frosting HERE at The Enchanted Oven.… Read More ...
Polka Dot Cake
Whatta great idea to decorate a cake: colorful meringue kisses. Learn to make this cake HERE at Ladies Home Journal.… Read More ...
Treats for Mother’s Day
Find a roundup of 17 treats to decorate for Mother’s Day HERE at Family Fun, including these rose basket cupcakes and slipper cookies.
Rice Krispie Birthday Cake
This darling cake feels very familiar to me, and it’s certainly possible that–after 2 1/2 years writing this blog–I’m starting to repeat myself. (starting?) Nevertheless, I think it deserves a second go ’round if it did have a first. Learn to make this Rice Krispie birthday cake HERE at Donna Hay, or Rice Crackle Cake.… Read More ...
Sock Monkey Cake Pops
Sock Monkey Cake Pops. So awesome. Find them–and how to make ’em–HERE at Sewell Photography.… Read More ...
Rainbow Slushy
I’m seeing rainbows everywhere. Maybe because I’m already planning my kid’s rainbow-themed 4th (if she’s still as into rainbows in August). Learn to make a rainbow slushy (easily) HERE at Ramblings from the Sunshine State.
Hosting a Rainbow party? Check out these Rainbow party articles over on our Party Ideas Blog and these Rainbow party decorations
we found on … Read More ...
Dinosaur Birthday Party
Debbie from Wants and Wishes submitted the molten lava volcano cakes from this Dinosaur party. But this party is way too fabulous not to share the rest. Not only are there molten lava volcano cakes, but check out the toy dinosaur topped cupcakes, the cherry “lava” ball favors, and my favorite, the “hot lava” trifle, made from crushed Oreos, gummy … Read More ...
Mustache Cake Pops
Isn’t it so convenient when two popular trends can collide so well? Find a step-by-step tutorial for making mustache cake pops HERE at 1 Fine Cookie.… Read More ...