Turn mints into chocolatey gifts quickly with these how-tos from Gimme Some Oven. I had to include this picture below, too, of the process, because the image is just so fabulous. Pure abstract art.
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Gumball Flowers
I posted on gumball flowers way back when (HERE), but this version by Gourmet Mom on-the-Go is definitely worthy of repeating. Find the how-tos HERE. {spotted on EpiCute}
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Shortbread Buttons
I am absolutely loving these simple, beautiful shortbread cookie buttons from forty-sixth at grace. Find the photo tutorial HERE. {found via simplesong}
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Edible Googly Eyes
Perhaps this idea would’ve been best around Halloween, but just in case you have a need for some monster-esque celebrating, learn how to make totally edible googly eyes (from pill capsules, sprinkles and Whoppers) HERE at Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories.
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Taking Lam(b)ingtons Literally
The minute I saw these “Lamb”ingtons I absolutely had to post immediately. How precious, yummy and full of personality do these look? Find the how-tos HERE for making these reinvented Lamingtons (as in, the famous Australian dessert) at Peas Love Carrots (as inspired by the lamington reinvention challenge at Delicious Delicious Delicious and bakerella‘s cake pops)
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Footballs
More for football season…find the recipe for making these chocolate peanut butter footballs HERE at Food Mayhem.
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Movie Night Snack Ideas
Find recipes and inspiration to host your own movie night HERE at, of all places, the Pottery Barn web site. They even have printable invites, party tips, popcorn recipes and play lists. I love the popcorn, martini and ice cream (kept within reach in bowls of ice). {found via The Party Dress, along with more movie night ideas.}
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A Kid-Friendly Heart Day Breakfast
I love this collection of heart-filled breakfast ideas for Valentine’s Day from No Fuss Fabulous. Easy, clever and yummy. Find the ideas HERE.
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Check out these Make-Ahead Recipes books
we found on Amazon.
If you are looking for more easy breakfast ideas check out our Pinterest board dedicated to breakfasts.
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Cherry Snowmen – Perfect For Cocktails
Despite our warming weather, my kid is still obsessed with snowmen, which means I must necessarily be obsessed with snowmen. Find the how-tos for making these white chocolate covered cherry snowmen HERE at Blisstree. {found via Grin and Bake It}
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Conversation Heart Crafts
Love ’em or hate ’em, conversation hearts are synonymous with Valentine’s Day. Find crafts and ideas for using conversation hearts HERE at celebrations. My favorite idea is to make a candy heart wreath (how-tos HERE).
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Fortune Meringue Cones?
Hmmm, not sure what to call these faux-ice cream cones made with meringue cookies that contain secret messages. But cute for Valentine’s Day. Find the how-tos HERE at Better Homes and Gardens.
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Super Bowl Cupcakes
Of course I’d have to turn any sporting event (wait, football, that’s a sport, right?) into an opportunity for sweets. Find tips on baking cupcakes and how-tos for making these football and cheerleader cupcakes, as well as how-tos for making the cute cupcake liners, HERE at celebrations.com.
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Clever Veggies
Craft all kinds of clever creatures, flowers, boats and more from veggies. Find a slideshow of 12 ideas HERE at Parents.com, like these pea butterflies, celery octopus or pepper pops.
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Salts…Which is Which
Coarse, sea, table, kosher??? End your salt confusion with this handy tutorial from Our Best Bites.
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Easy Rose Cupcakes
Family Fun never disappoints with clever (kid-friendly) holiday treats. Find all kinds of Valentine’s goodies HERE, like these rose cupcakes made from Fruit Rolls.
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