Dear M2 ~Thank you for inviting my cookies to your mom’s birthday party. They are honored to attend and I know they’re going to have a great time! Original Champagne Glass Cookie Post here
Feb 10, 2010
Collegiate Valentine Care Packages
Are kids ever too big to receive some Valentine’s Day fun from home? Afterall, “nuthin’ says lovin’ like something from mom’s oven!” So they wouldn’t miss anything among the packing, I made a big Valentine on one side then on the flip I printed out an inventory list.Caution: You are about to enter the corny zone! 🙂 Each Care Package contains: 1. One personal Valentine from Mom & Dad, (and cat). 2. Rice Krispy “Bear Hugs” Treats 3. Custom… [Read More]
Jan 28, 2010
Personalized Fortune Cookies
I have a soft spot for the beachy babes of the Dana Hills High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team and although I’ve never been to one of their games, every year at the end of the season I am connected to them. Four years ago, I began making decorated cookies for the team and it has turned into a tradition for them and me. The mom who has ordered them every year told me some girls chose not… [Read More]
Jan 23, 2010
Pink Champagne Glass Decorated Cookies
Champagne. A bit of the bubbly. The stuff that tickles your nose. And YES! It has to be pink! It’s mere existence announces in the grandest of styles a new beginning, an achievement, an event to remember. Cheers! It celebrates life with us. Love. Marriage. Birth. It let’s us take a moment to say hoorah for you, hoorah for me or hoorah for all of us! “Please, Save The Date” It wouldn’t be the same without you…. [Read More]
Dec 17, 2009
Snowmen Pops!
A fun project to do with kids of any age. Last year I had son2 bring over a bunch of his buddies with their girlfriends and make these out of marshmallows. I just had to get my hands on a holiday project and have kids over. Even big ones! Stick 3 marshmallows on a long lollipop stick. Spoon melted white candy coating. Decorate with royal icing embellishments (hat, nose, eyes and buttons) Cake decorating stores usually sell these already made…. [Read More]
Dec 13, 2009
Hunks of Gingerbread
My version of a gingerbread man… And for my close friends with whom I share pink martinis, gossip and a good laugh… Original designs. 🙂
Oct 23, 2009
Ladybugs and Sunflower Cookies
My wonderful niece3 asked me about some ideas for cookies for her friend’s daughter’s B-day who is turning 2. At 2, the kidlettes would be happy with a popsicle split in half but we know the party is really for adults anyway so let’s bring some fun cookies to show off!I thought about rainbows, smiley faces, ladybugs and sunflowers. Since I was making more fall cookies last night to send to college boy1 and had the colors ready to go… [Read More]
Oct 16, 2009
Royal Icing and Cookie Decorating
Icing & Decorating. This is the fun part! Part I Part IIGet your mixer bowl and whisk ready and we’re off! Royal Icing: 1 lb. Powdered Sugar (does not need to be sifted) 3 Tbl. Meringue Powder 6 Tbl. Hot Water (from tap is fine) Make sure your bowl and whisk attachment is grease free. Why grease free? Grease and egg whites don’t mix and the whites will not rise. Give both a pre-wash if they’ve been sitting unused in… [Read More]
Oct 7, 2009
Witch’s Calderon and Fall Decorative Cookies: Part 1
Are you ready for some fall baking? I know I am.This is my favorite time of year. I love the anticipation of the holidays in the air and the Santa Ana winds that blow.I’ve decided to write the posts in parts so it’s more organized. One post will be recipes, another on techniques and so on. You might think I’m working backwards but this post will give you some ideas on packaging. I’m always inspired to begin my cookie projects… [Read More]
Aug 19, 2009
Decorated Cookies 101
Class is going to begin soon ~ After receiving so many nice comments and email inquiries of how to make the decorated cookies I have decided to list my recipes, techniques and step by step instructions. If you have specific questions, please email me or leave a comment. I’ll be going into a lot of detail of what has worked well for me.If this interests you we can explore themed cookies ~colorful fall leaves, fun Halloween cookies packaged in a… [Read More]
