If you’ve been wondering how to assemble piping bags for your cake and cookie decorating needs WITHOUT having to change bags for each different piping tip… This is your post. Read on to get the most out of your cake decorating experience! Why use a piping bag? Piping bags are the means by which you […]
It’s almost the day of love, and these cupcake Valentines are the perfect way to bring the whole family into the celebration! This is a tutorial that I created for kids years ago, when I first started my blog. I wasn’t married yet, and the ladies in the pictures are my little sisters, back when […]
Here’s a really simple Christmas craft idea for kids, which you can have them make themselves or you can make for them: Paper cone snack cups. These adorable Christmas cones are perfect for movie nights, snacks in the car to go see Christmas lights, or any other occasion that calls for a special treat. My […]
This year I decided to do something I haven’t done on my own before: Making popcorn garlands for my Christmas tree! This is something I did as a kid with my family which was always so pretty and so much fun. I have some good memories of sitting around the living room with my mom […]
In honour of our daughter’s first birthday today, I’m going to share with you a sweet DIY project as a 1-year-old birthday gift idea! This little mug is plastic (so it can be thrown and banged around without breaking), and it’s totally simple (and cheap!) to make. I decided to make this for the following […]
Hey guys, it’s me again! Today I’m going to teach you a basic canning method for hot liquids. Since I posted my Apple Pie Filling last week, I thought you might appreciate knowing how to can it, and other things like it! Use this tutorial for homemade pie fillings, jams, sauces, cooked vegetables… whatever you […]
They are cute; and YOU (yes, you) can make them. Here’s how! 😀 You Will Need: – Baby onesie Sugar Cookies, or Chocolate Sugar Cookies – White fondant icing – Rolling pin, fondant smoothers, and straight pins – Baby onesie cookie cutter – Royal Icing or clear piping gel – Piping bags and tips – Gel […]
I– Love– London Fog. This is one of those things that is especially wonderful when you’re tired; it’s one of the most comforting, soothing beverages you can imagine. At least, I think so. Warm and smooth, with a hint of bergamot and vanilla. “What on earth is a London Fog?” you might […]
I’ve started writing this post so many times now, always deleting it and re-writing, trying to get that perfect intro. Nothin’ coming. I mean, what can I say to do this justice… “YUM.”? It’s brie! Wrapped in pastry! I mean, what else is there to say? Regardless, I’ll say this: This is one of the […]
