Hmmm… a new marshmallow trend? I just want a wee bit of credit that I’ve been touting the virtue of the marshmallow–for its affordability, accessibility and versatility–for rather awhile now. Well, can’t take that much credit. Marshmallows have been around since ancient Egypt. But I digress. Check out these marshmallow wedding cake finds on Bride Goggles: The first was … Read More ...
The Cherpumple or, Whole Pies Baked in Cakes
Very turduckenesque, no? Check out the cherpumple featured on Make and Takes HERE, with a link to a video of Charles Phoenix teaching you how to make the masterpiece (see the video HERE). {spotted on Craftzine}
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Tutorial: Fondant Candy
Learn how to make fondant candy pieces with a step-by-step tutorial HERE at Make It and Love it, part of the make-a-cake series.
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Celebration Sandwich
Even a sandwich can be turned into an opportunity for festivity. Learn how to make this celebration sandwich HERE at Gourmet Mom on-the-Go.
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Animal Pizzas
Learn how to make animal face pizzas HERE and a snake pizza HERE at Disney Family.com.
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LEGO Man Pesto
Every now and then I realize I’ve been posting on one item disproportionately, and I don’t know how it happens. Sticks and mason jars. Yes. I love them and seek them out. But LEGO Man? I don’t have a particular fascination of them, yet people out there are so clever with this ice cube tray
, that, well, you keep … Read More ...
Candy Necklace Favors
How crazy clever are these DIY candy necklace favors from paper and cake? Find the how-tos and download the free labels HERE.
Mojito Popsicles
It’s only six in the morning and I’m craving a cocktail. And the urge to go salsa. Find the recipe for mojito popsicles HERE at Blue Jean Gourmet.
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DIY Polka Dot Fruit Roll Ups
Fishbowl Cookies
Learn how to decorate these cute fishbowl cookies HERE at grin and bake it.
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Are you hosting an under the sea themed party? check out these Under the Sea party decorations
. Perfect for Mermaid, Spongebob and beach-themed parties too.… Read More ...
Cupcake Ants and Bees
I just adore these buggy ideas for decorating cupcakes featured on the Hostess with the Mostess blog. The ideas are originally from the often-talked-about-on-this-blog book, What’s New, Cupcake?
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[tags]bees, bugs, ants, cupcakes, books, picnic, summer[/tags]
Seaside Lunch Bento Box IDea
As one who basically grew up with sand in my toes (my great grandfather was a light house keeper), I’m a sucker for any seaside-themed food. So of course I adore this muffin tin lunch from another lunch. Find tips on making this spread HERE, which includes an octopus … Read More ...
Recipe Tuesday: It’s Not Easy Being Green
1. Spinach and green apple salad from Food Network.
3. The dish that inspired this post and that, as a big fan of The Muppet Movie, simultaneously freaked me out and intrigued me (but more the former): Crispy fried frog legs from 2 frugal foodies.
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DIY Ginger Ale
Find tips to make your own ginger ale HERE at the kitchn. Find the original recipe and how-tos HERE at Crumpets and Cakes.
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Jelly Bean Balloon Bouquet
Make a balloon bouquet with jelly beans, skewers and licorice lace HERE at the Food Network.
UPDATE: Check out the comment below and the comments on this project at Food Network. Apparently the picture perfect image doesn’t quite match the task of sliding jelly beans on a skewer…
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