Archive for the ‘Christmas’ Category

Double Duty Decorating – Create Christmas and New Year’s Eve Treats with one Baking Pan

Wednesday, December 28th, 2011

This time of year can be overwhelmingly busy. Sometimes I like to make life easier by turning semi-homemade into a delicious surprise. This year, I used the 3-D Mini Tree Silicone Mold and store-bought refrigerated cinnamon rolls to make mini decorated trees. When I flipped the pan over, I envisioned another use – New Year’s Eve Hat mini cakes! And then came up with two more uses! (more…)

Create Shimmery Edible Ornaments with Color Mist™

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011

I love Christmas ornaments; they come in all different shapes, colors and sizes. Some have special meaning, some are related to someone’s heritage, and others can be just silly. It can be mesmerizing just looking at all of the ornaments on a tree. When I saw the new Gold Color Mist™ and Silver Color Mist™, I couldn’t help but think how elegant those colors would look on any treat! (more…)

Give a Greeting Card with a Sweet Touch

Monday, December 19th, 2011

The holiday season is a great time to show our appreciation to the special people in our lives. I wanted to make a sweet treat for my co-workers, but gift presentation was also important. Wilton’s Candy Greeting Card Kit combines a greeting card with a sweet treat. I knew this would make quick, easy, yet meaningful gifts to give them. (more…)

Deck the Walls with Sugar Sheets

Thursday, December 15th, 2011

Many fun, family memories are created while decorating the annual gingerbread house. Nothing brings out the giggles like icing and sprinkles!!! This year, I also used Sugar Sheets Edible Decorating Paper to decorate our gingerbread house. (more…)

How to Make a Santa Claus Cake

Tuesday, December 13th, 2011

While looking through some old Wilton publications, I came across a photo of a Santa Claus cake that looked like a fun challenge. I am always looking for ideas that have that “wow” factor. If you walk into any party or gathering with this cake, you’re sure to get accolades. (more…)

Create Reindeer, Snowman and Gingerbread Boy Cookies Using One Cutter

Monday, December 12th, 2011

As the song goes, “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!” As Christmas approaches, so do many holiday movies. Some of my favorite childhood holiday memories were spent watching “Frosty the Snowman” and “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer” with my family. My husband and I started that same tradition with our girls when they were little. (more…)

A Paint-by-Numbers Christmas

Wednesday, December 7th, 2011

I admit that I find baking cookies a bit intimidating. When it comes to baking, I’m totally a cupcake girl. I even leave cupcakes for Santa. But when I saw the Wilton Paint-by-Numbers Cookie Pan, I decided to give it a shot. I mean, it’s paint-by-numbers… how much easier can it get? (more…)

Gifts from the Heart (and Kitchen)

Tuesday, December 6th, 2011

The first food gift I ever made was a batch of brownies for our neighbor’s anniversary. I felt very grown up since this was the first time I was unsupervised in the kitchen. After the brownies cooled, I cut them into squares and dusted them with a liberal amount of powdered sugar. After wrapping them in foil, I finished off the delicious gift with yarn I found in my mom’s sewing supplies and walked them proudly next door. (more…)

Decorate Shiny and Bright Cookies Using Color Flow Icing

Friday, December 2nd, 2011

It’s about that time of year again, so why not try something new to jazz up your holiday cookies? The color flowing technique is so simple and easy, but the sleek and professional results will have your guests thinking you slaved for hours. (more…)

‘Tis the Season…To Host a Gingerbread Decorating Party!

Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

As an employee of Wilton, I am always inspired by our vast array of products. This year, I decided to host a Gingerbread House decorating party and I used all kinds of great Wilton products to make it a memorable party for all of our guests. We decided to host it early in the season when people are not as busy. What a great way to kick off the holidays! (more…)