Trying to define “edible crafts” is part of the fun of this job. But it’s tricky. I often opt for foods that are manipulated to look like other things, foods made for gifts or with clever packaging, unique kitchen tools, foods made from an artistic hand and of course pretty much anything on a stick. But the downfall of such … Read More ...
Sugarplum Sorbet. With Champagne. And Amazing Photos.
Find the recipe for Sugarplum Champagne Sorbet–along with the trials and tribulations of concocting these beauties and ridiculously gorgeous photography–HERE at zested.
[tags]sugarplums, sorbet, champagne[/tags]
… Read More ...8-Ball Cupcakes
Well, minus the 8-ball as black sprinkles are a tough find in non-Halloween months. As a (former, thanks a lot kid) pool player myself I couldn’t resist posting these pool hall cupcakes. Check them out HERE at A Crafty Escape, inspired by the book, Hello, Cupcake.
[tags]pool, games, cupcakes, sprinkles[/tags]
… Read More ...PB and J Ice Cream Cone
Clever, if a bit odd. This PB and J ice cream cone is made from peanut butter toast and strawberry ice cream. Find it HERE at Craftzine.com. Find the detailed how-tos (including a recipe for homemade ice cream) HERE at Grathio Labs.
[tags]ice cream cones, strawberries, ice cream, toast, peanut butter[/tags]
… Read More ...Glass Straws (and some Vegan Sweets)
I spotted these glass straws on the Bitter Sweet blog and was immediately smitten. How clever to extend the reuse credo to straws. These beautiful glass straws are from Strawsome. Learn more about the product HERE. And while we’re on the subject of Bitter Sweet, check out Hanna Kaminsky’s book, My Sweet Vegan,.
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Kiwi Monster! And Fun Lunches for Kids
Eek! Another fruit monster! (see here to explain that reference). This yummy lunch was inspired by Little Bunny Foo Foo. Find tips on creating your own HERE at another lunch, along with lots of fun kiddie lunch bento ideas.
[tags]kids, lunch, bento boxes, fruit[/tags]
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Food Station Ideas
Find a round up of food station ideas for weddings HERE at Intimate Weddings. The ideas, such as a pasta station, mac n’ cheese, or crepes, would be great for parties, too.
[tags]weddings, parties, food stations[/tags]
… Read More ...Decorative Ice Cubes
Check out this idea for decorative ice cubes HERE on TLC Cooking. Just add fruit! {spotted on Bride Goggles}.
[tags]fruit, ice cubes, cocktails[/tags]
… Read More ...Seaside Cake
Find the step-by-step tutorial for decorating this tropical ocean cake HERE at Woman’s Day. I love all the seaside details, like the beach balls and treasure chest.
[tags]cake decorating, pool, summer, palm trees[/tags]
… Read More ...Rose and Lilac Cupcakes
Learn how to make these beautiful lemon cupcakes, including the crystallized lemonbalm leaves and rose petal decorations, as well as these lavender and lilac cupcakes, HERE at UK Handmade, originally posted on Gillyflower Jewellery.
[tags]lemon, cupcakes, lavender, lilac, sugar, edible flowers, roses[/tags]
… Read More ...Aloha! Cupcakes.
The quirky cleverness of bakerella never ceases to amaze me. Learn how to make these Aloha cupcakes, pineapple mango cupcakes with fondant flower leis on top, HERE.
[tags]summer, tropical, cupcakes, fondant, flowers, pineapple, mango, bakerella[/tags]
… Read More ...Divvies Cookbook Giveaway at The Allergic Kid
Click HERE to visit The Allergic Kid for a review and giveaway of The Divvies Bakery Cookbook. All the recipes are peanut, tree nut, egg and dairy free. Find all the details to enter (and a chocolate cupcake recipe) HERE.
[tags]allergies, vegan, cupcakes, cookbook, giveaway[/tags]
… Read More ...Life-Size Candyland Board Game
This backyard Candyland contains 17 micro gardens that mimic each section of the board game through theme, smell and color. Learn more HERE at Craftster and see a video on its creation at Ohdeedoh.
[tags]Candyland, games, gardens, backyard[/tags]
… Read More ...Farm Sweets Stand
I adore this “General Store” sweets farm stand. Not only are the farm-themed treats adorable, but the packaging and display is horribly clever. The party was created by Send in the Clowns Events, photographed by The Pixel Studio. The few photos I’m posting here don’t begin to do this justice. Check out the Send in the Clowns flickr … Read More ...
Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes
Learn how to make these cupcakes topped with ice cream cones (made with wafer cookies) HERE at Woman’s Day.
[tags]summer, cupcakes, ice cream cones, wafer cookies, chocolate[/tags]
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