One of my all-time favorite color combos is pink and orange (just check out my daughter’s room). So methinks I’ll be making this polka dot cake for her birthday. And bonus, the cake inside is orange. And super bonus, you’ll … Read More...
61 Birthday Cakes to Make
I’ve posted on these collections of birthday cake ideas from Parenting before, but now they have them all collected neatly on one page, organized by theme, so you can easily pick and choose what masterpiece you’ll create without having to … Read More...
Pet-Themed Desserts
Lest we forget our furry friends… Well, at least honoring them with our cakes and cupcakes and other desserts, as cats and dogs couldn’t actually eat these sweets. (Though my sneaky and strange dog-like cat would totally try.) Find a … Read More...
Make Your Own Unique Cake Stand
This tutorial to make your own cake stand gives you the freedom to use just about anything you wish as the base, so you can really personalize your wares. Or you can use up your thrift store finds on statement … Read More...
Edible Spoon Kit Giveaway over at Hungry Happenings
Want to win a kit to make your very own edible spoons? Me, too! You can find the how-tos to make these almond nougatine spoons with spoons topped with chocolate ganache, made with the kit from Edible Spoons Company, … Read More...
Hot Dog Twinkies
Wasn’t I juuust talking about how great Twinkies are for turning into other things? Oh yeah, here. Look what else they can be. Hot dogs. Sweet hot dogs. Find the how-tos HERE at The Seven Year Cottage.
Fifi le Pancake – Fun Food Recipes
This poodle pancake even appears to have a bit of attitude, thanks to the sliver of grape for the eye. Make poodle pancakes HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons. … Read More...
Hello Kitty Cake Tutorial
For all those Hello Kitty sweets fans out there (and I know there are many… sighing now to remember the Hello Kitty craze of my long ago youth), this tutorial for crafting a Hello Kitty cake has helpful step-by-step photos … Read More...
Mountain Cake
For the rock climber, maybe? Young or old(er)? Make an easy mountain climbing cake from store-bought goodies HERE at Parents.
Ice Cream Cone Macarons
I never tire of ideas for decorating macarons. I find each one equally genius. Make ice cream cone macarons HERE at raspberri cupcakes.
“Bacteria” Treats
While I’ve never tried, I can say with almost near certainty it’s very difficult to make bacteria cute. But dang it if these aren’t adorable. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, candy eyes make everything adorable. Find … Read More...
Ombre Beach Cake
This post is rather fitting as I run for the beach today to avoid the lead-filled dust of house renovations. Yet another lovely, gorgeous, but seemingly easy to re-create, creation from Bird on a Cake… Find the step-by-step how-tos … Read More...
Easy Fairy Garden Cake
Easy to make and decorate, but the sugar-loaded and sweet decorations would most certainly satisfy my daughter’s fairy requirements. Find the how-tos to make the magical garden cake HERE at Parents.
Tie Dyed Rice Krispies Treats
It’s one of those days, today. No, not those 104 degree days where I don’t want to open the front door. That’s been every day this summer. I mean one of those days where I declare a new food trend … Read More...
Beach Bucket Cake
Another easy one for you. I’m not making you work at all! Must be the lazy summer thing. Find the recipe to make a beach bucket cake (very cute all wrapped up, by the way) HERE at Rook No. 17… Read More...
Polka Dot Cake
So very much on my to-do list now is making a polka dot cake with this clever technique. Find all the how-tos, including the trial and error to end up with these easy instructions, to which we owe our thanks, … Read More...
Palm Trees and Flip Flops
Even though the temperature is climbing to 100 today, I still wish I was lying on a tropical beach right now, thanks to these cupcakes and cookies. Find the palm tree cupcake and flip flop cookies HERE at Sweetology.… Read More...
Checkerboard, I mean Chess Board, Cake
I’m afraid checkers is more my speed, though I did always want to master the game of Chess. Ah well, maybe when I retire. Find the how-tos and recipe to make this beautiful checkerboard cake and chocolate Chess pieces HERE … Read More...
Stars and Stripes Pie
Finally, a resolution to the blueberry vs. cherry pie debate. Just put both in there and turn it into a flag. Make a stars and stripes pie HERE at Woman’s Day.
Painting a Watercolor Effect with Food Coloring
Have you ever tried painting on cookies, cupcakes or cake? This is me experimenting with food coloring and fondant. Find the results HERE at the decorated cookie.
