Figures the genius of creative sweets (scratch that, genius of all things crafty in food) would come up with a super duper easy dessert for you to make last minute for the 4th of July: “Kaboom Cakes,” aka, store-bought cakes turned into firecrackers. Find the how-tos HERE at Hungry Happenings.
… Read More ...Pop Rocks Mousse
I know that using Pop Rocks in desserts for the 4th of July is a stroke of genius done in many years prior, but I’m happy to see the trend skyrocket this year. Especially in such thoughtful desserts (thoughtful as in, the physics of the Pop Rocks is considered) and clever (clever as in, not only are Pop Rocks in … Read More ...
Essential Supplies for Baking and Decorating Sweets
For all newly interested (or just curious experts) in baking and decorating cookies, cupcakes, marshmallows, cake pops and other sweet treats, I’ve collected a list of what I deem as necessary supplies to have on hand. I’m sure others could easily add or take away from this list, but these are my absolute must-have items in my kitchen. You can … Read More ...
Rainbow Cake Food Coloring Set
Look what I stumbled upon when searching the shops today… this one is for all rainbow cake loving crew. The Rainbow Cake Food Coloring Set comes with eight bottles of food coloring to make the cake, found HERE at Bake It Pretty. The instructions for the cake are HERE at One Charming Party. And they also sell a … Read More ...
Father’s Day Gift Guide from Foodiggity
Always unique, quirky and clever are those food-themed goods that stock the Foodiggity Shop. So instead of the same boring old desk charms for dad or, you know, those lame cards little kids make (kiiiiidding little kids, my husband’s getting one of those this year, too), check out this collection of Father’s Day gift ideas from Foodiggity. Like maybe a … Read More ...
1001 Uses for Drumstick Ice Cream Cones
Well, not so much 1001, more like 5, but 5 clever uses for Drumstick Ice Cream Cones equals 1001. CakeSpy tested out some new Drumstick Pretzel Dipped Cones (note to Nestle, I’m happy to test out ice cream cones, too) and came up with some variations on how you might serve them, like this totally awesome Unicorn cake. Find the … Read More ...
Animal Cracker Zoo
Such a cute idea for zoo-loving little ones: Craft your own zoo for animal crackers. I’m now thinking bigger… like a whole scale model of a zoo made of shoe boxes and astro-turf, so I need to stop here. Find the craft HERE at My Little Gems.
… Read More ...DIY – Cute Horse Cookies
Why are these horsie cookies so crazy cute? And simple to make to boot!?! Cookie and horse lovers can’t go wrong. Make them HERE at Party Pinching. Perfect for a cowboy party or cowgirl party.
These horse cookies are perfect for your cowgirl, cowboy or wild west party.
… Read More ...Mini Furniture Waffle Iron
I’ve had miniature on my mind of late. You see, ages ago I bought a dollhouse at a yard sale for ten bucks. I’m only now just getting to decorating it, and have been on a massive hunt for inexpensive, cute, kid-friendly furniture. Key word there is “inexpensive.” I just spotted this mini furniture waffle iron and my first thought … Read More ...
Bumble Bee Cookies
What an adorable addition to a bumble bee-themed party, yes? Makes me look forward to summer (but not to the real bees). Make super-easy bumble bee cookies from store-bought wafers HERE at the Celebration Shoppe blog.
… Read More ...Cookie Wallpaper
It’s funny, the difference in our feelings towards germs in childhood vs. adulthood. “Ew, holy germfest” never even crossed my mind from the notion of Willy Wonka’s lickable wallpaper, but that’s the first thing I thought of when spotting this lickable Jaffe Cake elevator. The unique ad campaign is currently being tested in an elevator in London. Read more HERE… Read More ...
Foodie Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Leave it to epicurious to collect some must-haves for the foodie mom. Find the roundup of ideas HERE. Pineapple purse anyone? I think the sack made from cork fabric would be more my speed, personally.
… Read More ...Sunshine Cookie Pops
Oh happy day, that’s what this sun on a stick says to me. Find the how-tos to make these happy sunshine pops from store-bought cookies HERE at Hungry Happenings.
… Read More ...Peanut Butter and Jelly Vodka
Aw…. a vodka that evokes memories of childhood. Sigh. Oh, wait. That doesn’t seem right. Yet, I’m terribly curious. Find peanut butter and jelly vodka at Van Gogh Vodka.
… Read More ...DIY – Quick Truck Cake
Quick because this truck cake is made from an Entenmann’s Loaf Cake! Love anything that saves time, yes? Find the step-by-steps to make a truck cake from store-bought cake HERE at Crafty Moods.
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