This is purely a “just for fun” post. Visit Candy Addict for the candy wrapper alphabet quiz. They provide a letter (all 26 in fact), and you have to guess to what candy wrapper said letter belongs. It’s tougher … Read More...
DIY Maraschino Cherries
It never even occurred to me to make my own maraschino cherries, but the recipe found HERE on Cupcake Project sounds so delectable, I might have to try it. Whatta better topper for cupcakes and cocktails than the store-bought versions.
Fishy Lemons
I love the brilliance of this “fish” lemon garnish from Ravenous Couple. Find step-by-step photographs for creating the clever fishy from a lemon here.
Fishy Lemons
I love the brilliance of this “fish” lemon garnish from Ravenous Couple. Find step-by-step photographs for creating the clever fishy from a lemon here.
Are you hosting an under the sea themed party? check out these Under the Sea … Read More...
A Sweet New Shop from a Teenage Witch
Some sweet news: Melissa Joan Hart (as in Sabrina the Teenage Witch) and her mom, Paula, have opened up a frozen yogurt, gelato, baked goods and candy shop that I can only imagine is a cute as it looks on…
Candy Cakes from Martha
Since I’ve been getting into easy decorating with candy lately, I of course love this candy cake slideshow from Martha. Some of my faves: this licorice lace cake, this jellybean cake, this truffle tower cake, and out of season, I suppose, but…
Pretzel Rollercoaster Update
A couple weeks back I posted HERE on the Snyder Pretzel Rollercoaster contest. Well, lookie what one of our readers came up with! See her submission HERE at Croq Zine. I love the little pretzel car with Cheerio wheels. (I also…
Pretzel Rollercoaster Update
A couple weeks back I posted HERE on the Snyder Pretze
l Rollercoaster contest. Well, lookie what one of our readers came up with! . I love the little pretzel car with Cheerio wheels. (I also suggest a visit to … Read More...
Make a Sweet Shirt for Dad
I saw this shirt and tie cake on Wilton.com (an endless resource for sweet ideas) and clicked over to post right away. I don’t know why this struck me so. I’ve piped thousands of shirts and ties for Father’s Day on cookies…
Gorgeous Layered Jell-O (Again)
I don’t think I’ve actually made Jell-O in about 25 years (that puts me at childhood), and yet I am clearly fascinated by the stuff because I post on it all the time. I suppose it’s just the beautiful possibilities…
Gorgeous Layered Jell-O (Again)
I don’t think I’ve actually made Jell-O in about 25 years (that puts me at childhood), and yet I am clearly fascinated by the stuff because I post on it all the time. I suppose it’s just the beautiful possibilities … Read More...
Free Foodie Printables from Martha
Martha Stewart has a slideshow full of food-themed free printables to download here. Find such goodies as these drink parasols, pie chart, freezer labels, and cooking measure cheat sheet.
DIY Icing Colors from Fruit and Veggies
Visit meals at home for how-tos on creating your own, natural, tinted icing from veggie and fruit juices HERE. As a cookie decorator, I’m afraid natural tints as these won’t meet every need I have for super-intricate designs (I simply must use…
DIY Icing Colors from Fruit and Veggies
Visit meals at home for how-tos on creating your own, natural, tinted icing from veggie and fruit juices HERE. As a cookie decorator, I’m afraid natural tints as these won’t meet every need I have for super-intricate designs (I … Read More...
Dress Up a Cake with Paper
I love the simple beauty of this cake wrap. Find the how-tos for creating your own HERE at craft stylish.
Make a Cupcake Bouquet
I found this idea via the ever-lovely and resourceful Gordon Gossip. The video how-to for creating cupcake bouquets from can be found HERE at Studio 5.
Make a Cupcake Bouquet
I found this idea via the ever-lovely and resourceful Gordon Gossip. The video how-to for creating cupcake bouquets from can be found HERE at Studio 5.
DIY Cake and Cupcake Stands
Visit Design*Sponge for how-tos on crafting your own cake and cupcake stands from old plates and candlesticks. All the instructions are HERE, including how to create a silhouette on the plate.
DIY Cake and Cupcake Stands
Visit Design*Sponge for how-tos on crafting your own cake and cupcake stands from old plates and candlesticks. All the instructions are HERE, including how to create a silhouette on the plate.
Lime Ice Cubes
This belongs in the “easy, great idea” category: lime ice cubes. Perfect for an outdoor party. Find the idea here at Let’s Entertain, originally from myrecipes.com.