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4th of July Cupcakes

With Printable Pinwheel Toppers

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(Used in this project: Oval Labels in Fest style with Free Printable Cupcake Wrappers and Pinwheel Toppers.) No 4th of July party is complete without some festive, fruity treats. Cupcakes are so easy to make and perfect for entertaining. When planning a party menu, I always try to manage my time by choosing a few simple recipes that can be made ahead of time and don't take very much effort. That way I can spend more time with my favorite part of hosting a party - the decorations! For this … [Read more...]

Dad’s Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies

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(Used in this project: Small Oval Tags in Bouquet style, Large Oval Tags in Custom style and Paper Tin-Tie Bags.) One of my earliest childhood kitchen memories comes from the day my father baked a batch of cookies for my sister and me using the recipe from the bag of NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE chocolate chips. The cookies were magical, of course, and I can remember to this day the way the dough tasted, and the smell wafting from the oven as they baked. Since then, I’ve experimented with several … [Read more...]

Buckeye Bark

For Father's Day

Buckeye Bark recipe from My Own Ideas blog #fathersday #homemade #gift

(Used in this project: Large Labels and Fancy Diamond Labels in Aunt Lorraine style with Small Tin-Tie Bags.) I have a tendency to decorate most candies and treats in a frilly and feminine way— not typically a bad thing. However, when looking for ideas for Fathers Day, I wanted to make a treat that wasn’t overly sweet, still rich, and absolutely masculine. Dark chocolate fits that description completely— and is a great place to start. I saw this recipe for Buckeye Bark over at … [Read more...]

Lil’ Bug Baby Shower Cupcakes

With Free Printable Cupcake Wrappers!

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(Used in this project: Collar Labels, Circle Tags, Round Coasters and Free Printable Cupcake Wrappers in Lil' Bug style.) Life can get busy with family, friends, work, community all vying for time. Nevertheless, when a little person enters the world, it's a good time to slow down and celebrate his arrival. The ceremony will be lost on the new babe, but the joy and happiness that surrounds the family and friends is that certain kind of special that can breathe new energy into days that pass … [Read more...]

Devorah’s Bat Mitzvah

Bat Mitzvah Favors from My Own Ideas blog #birthday #party #favor #chocolate #packaging #label

(Used in this project: Scallop Labels in Metropolitan style and Rectangle Labels in Renaissance style.) Special occasions are those outstanding times that create sparks of memories for life. Little sparks that are strung together, to illuminate days ahead. Just tiny little moments that when days go by, we can remember with sheer happiness, warm feelings and deep gratitude. (Photo Credit: EnLuce Photography.) I always begin planning events with the desserts. This may seem out of the … [Read more...]

Ice Cream Party

Celebrating Shavuot

Ice Cream Party Sprinkle Favors from My Own Ideas blog #party #shavuot #dessert #favor #packaging #label

(Used in this project: Square Labels in Champagne style.) Ok. So here’s my thing about ice cream parties. I LOVE THEM! So easy and oh so fun to make! “Shavuot” is the name of the Jewish holiday celebrating the receiving of the Torah (Ten Commandments) on Mount Sinai. It is customary to eat dairy products such as blintzes, cheesecake and ice cream. And honestly, this is one custom we are oh SO ‘religious’ about. We will create a delicious ice cream bar with various toppings … [Read more...]

Lingerie Cookies

For the Blushing Bride

Lingerie Cookies recipe from My Own Ideas blog #wedding #bachelorette #bride #lingerie #cookies #recipe #baking #favor #diy

(Used in this project: Heart-Shaped Labels in Soft Hearts style, Large Labels in Lace style, and Large Square Glassine Envelopes.) I first saw this idea on Pinterest, and from numerous sites— however, since my bout with Royal Icing for the Apple Cookies, I knew I had the foundation for creating these cookies without much instruction. All I needed was a heart-shaped cookie cutter and a lot of practice. These cookies are so pretty for my friend Melody’s bachelorette party! At first, I … [Read more...]

Edible Button Cupcakes

Edible Button Cupcakes from My Own Ideas blog #dessert #homemade #printable #freeprintable #cupcake #recipe #birthday

(Used in this project: Oval Labels in Morocco style and Free Printable Polkadot Cupcake Wrappers.) Always looking for new experiences and crafty creations, lately I’ve been really enthused about building my skills in decorating cookies, cakes, and cupcakes. When I saw these simple and beautiful Edible Button Cupcakes over at Sweet Lavendar Bake Shoppe, I couldn’t wait to try them myself. However, there were some intimidating ingredients that I wasn’t sure about. Christina makes them … [Read more...]

Apple Cookies

A thank you gift for teacher

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(Used in this project: Diamond Labels and Small Circle Labels in Tiny Hearts style with Medium Cellophane Bags.) Teachers are worthy of serious praise from all of us. A little of my personal time spent on making a special gift for them, is the least I can do! I finally found a reliable and easy recipe for flooding cookies, and I’m excited to pass it along. For these cute cookies, you can choose an array of cookies bases to start with. The only ingredients I do not suggest are chips, nuts, … [Read more...]

Mother’s Day Cheer

Mom's Chocolate Cake Mix

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(Used in this project: Large Photo Labels and Text Labels in Cherish Hearts style with Paper Tin-Tie Bags.) This year, I am celebrating my mom and the special talents she shares with others, by making this chocolate cake mix recipe that she used to love to make. When I first learned to bake, this was the cake my mom taught me. My brothers and I loved it, and I am certain mom and dad did too, because we had it all the time! I never got tired of it. When I grew up, I made it for my children … [Read more...]