Slapping myself on the forehead for this one… Because I’m so singular in focus at the craft store, that is, in heading to the baking aisles, I didn’t think to venture into other sections. I have hundreds of cookie cutters in loosely organized grocery bags just sitting in large bins. This organization idea taken from the scrapbooking section of the … Read More ...
Meringue Candy Necklaces
I’ve seen plenty of DIY candy necklaces, but a homemade candy necklace made from meringues? That just seems extra daring and awesome. Find the how-tos, with lots of tips, HERE at Bakingdom.
… Read More ...Pink Chex Mix
Here’s a sweet n’ pink Valentine’s treat, a treat I kind of want to eat right now, a month early. Valentine’s Chex Mix. Gotta love how versatile the stuff is to make for any holiday. Make Valentine’s Day Chex mix snack HERE at Butter, with a Side of Bread.
… Read More ...Diamond Marshmallows
OK folks, this one is an easy one. And quick. You know those flat “stacker” marshmallows by Jet-Puffed? The ones for s’mores? You can turn them into all kinds of cool things, like diamonds. Find the how-tos HERE at Hank and Hunt.
… Read More ...Cupcake Macarons
The cutest thing to happen to macarons since, well, macarons have always been pretty dang cute. Especially when shaped into other things. Like cupcakes. Extra adorable. Make cupcake macarons HERE at Bubble an Sweet.
… Read More ...Football Treats and Activities for Kids
I know that it’s a big month for football. I know this because a football game was on in the background of the restaurant I was in last night and people seemed very interested in the results. So if you have any football-themed events to celebrate said football events in the near future… find a roundup of football treats and … Read More ...
Hershey’s Kisses Rose Bouquet
Ever since my trip to Hershey’s Headquarters, I’ve a whole new appreciation for the candy and all that it can do. Make Hershey’s Kisses roses for Valentine’s Day HERE at Mom on Time Out.
… Read More ...Heart Cookie Bracelet
But why just stop at an adorable cookie bracelet? I’m thinking necklaces, earrings, belts, purses… Make these any-kid-would-love mini heart cookie bracelets for Valentine’s Day HERE at Food Plus Words.
… Read More ...DIY Mints
And no bake, no less. And gluten free. And colorful. And pretty. Find the recipe for DIY old-fashioned butter mints HERE at averie cooks.
… Read More ...Cupid’s Arrow Cupcakes
Leave it to bakerella to come up with an easy peasy way to dress up yummy red velvet cupcakes for Valentine’s Day. Find the how-tos and free printable to make Cupid’s arrow cupcakes HERE at bakerella.
… Read More ...Pregnancy Candy Gift
Now, I’m one of those that didn’t get horrible morning sickness while pregnant, but I’ve seen enough friends suffer through the nausea. What a lovely, homemade, “congratulations on your pregnancy/sorry it sucks” gift for those expecting. Find the recipe for mint-ginger pregnancy “pills” HERE at Tried and True.
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Snowman Craft Kits
So only the marshmallow is actually edible, I should warn you, but I still can’t resist sharing these clever snowman craft kits, the perfect gift for whiling away some time indoors this winter. Find the how-tos and links for the snowman accoutrements, as it were, HERE at Crafts Unleashed.
… Read More ...Rice Krispies Treats Pancakes
What a genius idea to justify Rice Krispies Treats for breakfast! Just turn them into pancakes. And with marshmallow butter no less. Find the recipe HERE at Oh, Bite it!.
… Read More ...“Cupcake” Candy Jar
You know my love o’ things in miniature, and my love o’ things in mason jars, and my love o’ sweet things. Hence my love o’ this candy jar “cupcake” crafted from a mini mason jar. Hard to believe that’s caulk on there! Find the step-by-step how-tos HERE at Club Chica Circle.
… Read More ...Snow Globe Cookie Tutorial
In lieu of an actual winter wonderland outside my window, I’ll have to stare at these beauts instead. Find the step-by-step how-tos to make these ever-so-pretty snow globe cookies HERE at 1 Fine Cookie.
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