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Dear Edible Crafts Readers… An Important Announcement for December!

November 26, 2012 by Meaghan Mountford

Hello dear readers! As I’m on maternity leave, I can’t guarantee that I will see any emails or submissions, holiday-themed or otherwise, between December 8th and  January!!

UPDATE!! Violet Lake decided to come early! I’m now home with my newborn and recovering. Again, I want to remind readers that have been sending submissions that I will do my best to read them, but I can not guarantee that you will hear from me in the upcoming weeks. But I will hopefully find time between feedings and naps to get up some more posts :).

Thank you!! Have a wonderful holiday season!! Meaghan

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Comments

  1. terriavidreader says

    November 26, 2012 at 5:56 pm

    Best Wishes for a smooth delivery and a great time! Those first few days and weeks are extremely important!

  2. Jenifer says

    November 26, 2012 at 6:51 pm

    Yay! Baby time. Best wishes for a smooth delivery of your new little one.

  3. Melanie says

    November 26, 2012 at 7:22 pm

    Congrats and good luck!

  4. Trisha says

    November 26, 2012 at 10:21 pm

    Hugs!

  5. Sue Murphy says

    November 27, 2012 at 1:35 am

    Love your blog. Take care & God bless during this special time. 🙂

  6. Amy says

    November 27, 2012 at 2:28 am

    Congrats to & your fam!! YAY BABY’S!
    We will be waiting for baby pics!;)

  7. Jaan L of Tx says

    November 27, 2012 at 4:08 am

    Congrats on the baby to be. Wishing the best, happy holidays, and get lots of rest. We will be here when you are ready to return.

  8. meaghan mountford says

    November 27, 2012 at 5:51 am

    Aw, thank you all so much!!! 🙂

  9. Beth @ Hungry Happenings says

    November 27, 2012 at 8:31 am

    I’ll be thinking about you and hoping everything goes perfectly well. Take care of yourself and the baby and get some rest, if that is possible! I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas.

  10. kristenstephens says

    November 27, 2012 at 8:37 am

    Best wishes and I’ll be praying for healthy mama and baby:) Love your fellow CG editor…Kristen

  11. Elizabeth says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:00 pm

    Very best wishes for a happy and safe delivery.
    I just discovered your decorated cookie blog. Late at night suffering from too much holiday food, I searched for idea for my Christmas baskets- needed a GOOD cookie dough recipe and maybe icing that would not break my father in-law’s dentures! I was mesmerized and inspired by your pictures and great instructions. But what REALLY made me an acolyte was your Ice Box Cake entry: “I. Love. Ice. Box. Cake.!” We grew up eating that as one of the rare decadent desserts. Thank you for your blog!

  12. meaghan mountford says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:40 pm

    Thank you so much Elizabeth! So glad you visited :).
    My mom just made me ice box cake last week. Forever and always my favorite!!

  13. Donna O'Neil says

    November 28, 2012 at 10:00 am

    Congratulations! I am due 12/20! Yay December babies!

  14. Michelle | Creative Food says

    November 29, 2012 at 1:17 pm

    YAY Baby! Wishing you the best!! 🙂

    And thank you for when you do share my creative food! I always appreciate it! 🙂

  15. cakewhiz says

    November 29, 2012 at 1:45 pm

    i will keep you in my thoughts and prayers so that you have a smooth delivery and recovery 🙂

  16. Happy Little Feet says

    November 29, 2012 at 2:03 pm

    Wishing you healthy and happiness and a healthy wonderful baby.

  17. Jasmin says

    November 29, 2012 at 4:34 pm

    So excited for you! Congratulations!

  18. Karen @ Sugartown Sweets says

    December 2, 2012 at 1:04 pm

    Just wanted to let you know, we are praying for you down here in Georgia. I know there are many more praying as well. We’ll miss you while you’re doing more important and happy things, but we’ll be glad when you return. Can’t wait to hear the wonderful news that all went well. Merry Christmas to you and your family. 🙂

  19. cakewhiz says

    December 13, 2012 at 4:00 pm

    Woohoo! Congratsssss! I love her name 🙂
    Take care of yourself and your precious new addition. Wishing you a very fast recovery 🙂

Have you read?

10 Ice Cubes That Instantly Elevate Champagne

Elegant flavour cubes to add sparkle, colour, and effortless glamour to your next glass.

Champagne has a way of making even the smallest moment feel worth celebrating. But if you’ve ever wanted to dress up your bubbles without turning your kitchen into a full cocktail bar, flavoured ice cubes are a beautiful, simple upgrade.

They melt slowly, add subtle flavour, and make your glass look like something you’d order in a rooftop bar — except you’re probably standing in your kitchen, still wearing comfy pants, hiding from the dog who’s trying to steal the cheese board. Relatable.

And the best part? You can freeze these weeks ahead, so when guests arrive (or when you finally collapse after a long day), all you have to do is drop in a cube and top it with Champagne.

Here are 10 elegant Champagne-friendly ice cubes, each designed to add colour and sophistication to your favourite bottle.

1. Classic Strawberry Champagne Cube (Blush Pink)

Per cube:
• 1–2 strawberry slices
• 1 rose petal (optional)
• Fill with water

Adds a soft pink blush and gentle berry sweetness.

2. Lemon Twist Sparkle Cube (Bright Gold)

Per cube:
• A curl of lemon peel
• 1 tiny lemon segment
• Fill with sparkling water

Brightens up drier Champagnes and adds brunch-energy sparkle.

3. Pear + Vanilla Luxe Cube (Creamy White)

Per cube:
• 1 pear slice
• A sliver of vanilla bean
• Fill with water

Soft, elegant, and perfect for cosy winter evenings.

4. Raspberry + Elderflower Blush Cube (Romantic Pink)

Per cube:
• 2 raspberries
• ½ tsp elderflower cordial
• Fill with water

Adds subtle sweetness and makes a stunning brunch cocktail.

5. Blood Orange Sunset Cube (Vibrant Orange)

Per cube:
• 1 thin slice blood orange
• Fill with water

Turns budget bubbles into a chic citrus cocktail.

6. Lavender Champagne Serenity Cube (Soft Violet)

Per cube:
• Pinch of culinary lavender
• 1 piece lemon peel
• Fill with water or cooled chamomile tea

Smells like a spa, tastes like a holiday.

7. Blackberry + Mint Celebration Cube (Deep Purple)

Per cube:
• 2 blackberries
• 1 mint leaf
• Fill with water

Gives Champagne a jewel-tone glow.

8. Edible Gold Rose Cube (Luxury Gold + Pink)

Per cube:
• 1 small edible rose petal
• Pinch of edible gold dust
• Fill with water

If “Champagne but make it fancy” had a mascot, it would be this.

9. Grapefruit + Rosemary Chic Cube (Coral + Green)

Per cube:
• 1 small grapefruit segment
• 1 rosemary tip
• Fill with water

For those who like a more grown-up, botanical sparkle.

10. Lychee + Lime Exotic Cube (Soft White + Green)

Per cube:
• 1 canned lychee (halved)
• A tiny lime twist
• Fill with water

Light, fresh, and beautifully aromatic — perfect for summer Champagne.

Hosting Hack: The Champagne Cube Bar

Arrange bowls of colourful cubes on a platter beside the chilled bottle, and let guests build their own glass. It’s simple, stunning, and makes even a casual gathering feel like New Year’s Eve.

Make-Ahead Note

These cubes freeze beautifully for at least a month, so they’re a brilliant little “do it now, enjoy it later” trick — especially helpful when life gets busy and you still want a touch of sparkle.

My Favourite Amazon Ice Cube Trays

I’ve tried cheap trays, weird silicone ones that smell like the cupboard, and everything in between. These are the ones that never leave my freezer, especially in December:

Large Square Cocktail Ice Tray – perfect for rosemary sprigs, citrus slices, and whole cranberries. 

Sphere Ice Mold for Festive Cocktail Balls – this makes those gorgeous big cocktail spheres that look so elegant in champagne coupes or gin glasses. 

Jumbo Ice Cube Tray With Lid – great when you’re prepping for a  party and don’t want your ice smelling like last week’s leftovers. I love the ones with the lids as I can stack them and make bulk batches, but putting the lid on does mean you can’t have sprigs sticking out. So I mix and match.

For something a little extra special , I have this rose mold and love it.

These dried flowers are also great for popping into drinks- Dried ones mean you can buy them ahead of time , ready to go.

Use whatever shape suits your drink style — cubes feel classic, spheres feel bougie, and no one is mad either way.

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