Today I’m sharing with you how to make hot air balloon cupcake toppers. I live in southern Mississippi and every October we have the Great Mississippi River Hot Air Balloon Races. It’s a huge event that people come from all over to see and participate in. It was for a birthday celebration the same weekend…
Shortbread Cookie Recipes
Shortbread can serve so many different purposes depending on what flavors are mixed in. Sweet or savory, crunchy or chewy, shortbread can satisfy that sweet tooth or be the perfect accompaniment to cheese and wine! Today, I’m sharing 8 variations of shortbread to inspire you for your next gathering! Shortbread Cookie Recipes 1: This recipe…
How to make a gum paste bumble bee cake topper
Here is a very simple yet very cute little bumble bee. Materials needed: Black, yellow, flesh and white gum paste. 3cm floral wire # 26. Small daisy cutter. edible glue and brush. Tooth pick. Step #1 Wrap a 2.5 cm foam ball and make it as round as possible. Let it dry. Form two cones…
How to make Elephant cupcake toppers
Animal cupcake toppers are a fun way to dress up any cupcakes. They can be used for any occasion: baby shower, birthday cakes, etc. These elephant cupcake toppers are super cute and really easy to make. Here is what I used: Fondant (grey, pink, white) Rolling pin Edible black marker Zacto knife Round cutter (about…
Simple Cinnamon Dessert Recipes
Cinnamon is one of those ingredients that always reminds me of fall. By itself, with nutmeg, cloves, allspice, or sugar, cinnamon is a key player in so many yummy desserts! Today, I’m sharing 9 of my favorite recipes that incorporate cinnamon in some way, making your home smell amazing and warming your heart. Enjoy! Cinnamon…
Tutorial: Surprise Pinata Cupcakes!
How to Make Surprise Pinata Cupcakes! Previously  I showed you how to make a Giant Cupcake Pinata using your Giant Cupcake Mould. Today I’ll be showing you how to make a Surprise Pinata Cupcake with a hidden candy centre. You can watch the full comprehensive video tutorial below, or you can read on below for…
How to Make an Igloo Cake
This adorable igloo cake is a sweet and sugary, winter wonderland dessert. Chocolate mosaic tiles make this project a cinch and take the guesswork out of making time consuming icing bricks. Sugar cone trees add some flair and help complete the snow covered look. YOU WILL NEED: 1/2 Ball Cake 6″ Round Cake Layer 1…
How to make winter cupcake toppers
I pulled out some fondant cutters from my collection and dreamed up these cute winter cupcake toppers. They would dress up your cupcakes for any winter celebration or birthday. With their black, white and red color scheme, they would also make a lovely Valentine’s Day gift! This is what I used: Work surface Corn starch…
Best Pecan Dessert Ideas
Now that I’m a full fledged southerner, you can bet I’ll be making pecan pie this holiday season. And, given that Grant is from good ‘ole Georgia, it’s basically a Thanksgiving “must”! Here are NINE amazingly delicious pecan recipes to tempt your tastebuds on this chilly fall day! YUM! Pecan Recipes 1: This Pumpkin Pecan…