Oh who are we kidding, cookies. But calling them “crackers” helps us feel better to give them to kids. Oh, who am I kidding, I have no problem with kids munching on these cuties. Make handmade animal crackers HERE at King Arthur Flour.… Read More ...
Glitter Birthday Candles
No matter what number the birthday, we all need a little sparkle on our special day. Find the instructions to turn birthday number candles into sparkly birthday number candles HERE at One Charming Party.… Read More ...
Pinecone Doll Cake Toppers
I’m especially smitten that these vintage-inspired cake toppers are crafted from pine cones. Meant for a wedding cake topper, methinks these could be for any occasion. Find the step-by-steps to craft your own HERE at Limn and Lovely.… Read More ...
Snowman Pretzels
This whole cute-chocolate-things-on-pretzel trend has me hooked. And these are pretty much the cutest-chocolate-things-on-pretzels I’ve seen. Find the how-tos to make snowman pretzels HERE at Hungry Happenings.… Read More ...
Snow Globe Spice Shakers
I have to find these genius “snow globe” spice jars
, because I must own them in my lifetime. I’m utterly smitten with the design. From Qualy Designs, they are available as a set of four animals or set of four seasons. Amazon tells me they are unavailable, and I found some HERE, but I’m guessing they aren’t available … Read More ...
Edible Finger Paint
So you don’t have to worry if those little, paint-covered hands reach the mouth… edible finger paint! How smart. Find the recipe HERE at Laughing Kids Learn.… Read More ...
Dip-Dyed Marshmallow Hearts
Woohoo! I have a new blog post up over at my other site. A feat given the whole newborn thing. Of course, these are super duper easy to make. Find the how-tos to make dip-dyed marshmallow hearts HERE at the decorated cookie.… Read More ...
Clever Rice Krispies Treats Roundup
I think I’ve already posted on most of these individually in years past (because I’m just that on top of the Rice Krispies Treats world), but I’m sharing the collection anyway. Find a roundup of crazy Rice Krispies Treats, with links to how-tos, HERE at Ladies Home Journal. Shown are an homage to the Girl Scouts, Thin Mint Rice Krispies … Read More ...
Dinosaur Tortillas and Teddy Bear Pancakes
I love this guy’s name, Dinodilla. I do believe he was of the Yumassic Period? I know, I know, terrible joke. Make a dinosaur tortilla dinner HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons. And if you need something more, um, cuddly for breakfast, make teddy bear pancakes.
No this creative? check out these pancake shape molds for … Read More ...
Valentine’s Day Oreo Pops
These Valentine’s Day Oreo pops make me want to go out and buy a big package of Oreos immediately. I love how bright and cheery they are. Find them HERE at Love From the Oven.… Read More ...
Organizing Cookie Cutters
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 ...