For all of our non-North American readers confused by the notion of a day for groundhogs, Groundhog Day (February 2) is the day we unmistakably learn precisely how long winter will last. If the groundhog pops up and sees his shadow, it’s back in the ground and another six weeks of winter. If he emerges, then Spring is on its … Read More ...
Secret Decoder Cookies
How utterly brilliant are these secret decoder cookies from Gourmet Mom on the Go? The red candy centers decipher a secret message on paper with clever use of markers. Find the how-tos HERE. {spotted on The Crafty Crow}
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Hot Pink Spiral Cookies
Find the how-tos (impossibly easy) to make these colorful spiral cookies (impossibly gorgeous) HERE at Sprinkle Bakes.
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Silhouette Cookie Tutorial (and Many More)
Not only is Fancy Flours an uber-fabulous go-to site for baking and decorating supplies, but they offer tutorials on their site, too, like this one for Valentine’s profile cookies.
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Helvetica Cookie Cutters
Check out these fabulous Helvetica letter cookie cutters
I saw featured on Design Mom…such a great alternative to the standard cookie cutter block letters. They were made by Beverly Hsu, and I think many many cookie decorators out there are hoping they will be mass produced soon!
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Tips for Cookie Decorators
Sweetopia is always a great resource for cookie decorating tips, like these 10 tips for setting up your cookie decorating area. The tips and suggestions are smack dab right on, too (it’s as though she’s describing my very own cookie decorating corner).
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Stop-n-Go Cookies
Check out this easy idea for a stoplight cookie on a stick HERE at Betty Crocker. What a great cookie to include for a themed birthday party.
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Valentine’s Day Cookies
Use up any leftover candy canes this Valentine’s Day. Find the recipe for these chocolate and candy cane dipped butter cookies HERE at Nikki, In Stitches.
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Wonka-Inspired Cookie Pops
My kid just discovered Willy Wonka (as in, the movie, not the book yet). Of course, she only “discovered” this gem from my childhood because I put in in the DVD player and made her watch. Still, she loves the factory’s edible room and chocolate river. These colorful cookie pops from Inn Cuisine at home would fit perfectly in that … Read More ...
Dinosaur Fossil Cookies
I love simple, clever and fantastic ideas that make you wonder “why didn’t I think of that?” Like these easy, “fossil” cookies made from simply imprinting plastic dinosaurs in cookie dough. Find the recipe and How-tos HERE at Homemade Mamas.
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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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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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Birthday Cupcake Ideas
Christmas Goodies
Check out this cute slideshow of Christmas goodies from All You, including how-tos for making these Christmas cupcakes from store-bought candy.
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How to Ship Homemade Baked Goods Without Them Arriving as Crumbs
There is nothing more heartbreaking than spending an afternoon baking for someone you love, wrapping everything up carefully… and then finding out the parcel arrived as a sad box of crumbs. Ask me how I know.
If you’ve ever wanted to post Christmas cookies, slices, cakes, or homemade treats to family and friends, you absolutely can — you just need … Read More ...