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…)
Archive for the ‘Christmas’ Category
Create Shimmery Edible Ornaments with Color Mist™
Tuesday, December 20th, 2011I 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, 2011The 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, 2011Many 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…)
Gifts from the Heart (and Kitchen)
Tuesday, December 6th, 2011The 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…)
‘Tis the Season…To Host a Gingerbread Decorating Party!
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011As 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…)
