How to make a Biscoff Sandcastle Cake
Sandcastle cakes are a great way to make a shaped summer cake. Nothing says summer like the seaside. Nothing says seaside like a sandcastle. Using a moulded tin rather than carving this leaves all the decoration time for fun themed decorations. Sandy sandcastle cake Here are photos of a sandcastle cake we created for a birthday celebration. We used a sandcastle silicone mould and covered in golden icing buttercream and Biscoff crumbs to represent the sand. The shells are created from white fondant and yellow marzipan. Biscoff biscuits and biscuit spread a great cake addition no matter the season for a classic, delicious but not overwhelming flavour. The sandcastle…
How to make pixie jars and doors
Crafts inspired by Minions, Cornwall Our Minion jars and doors are inspired by the recent upsurge in fairy-inspired crafts. This includes sweet crafts such as fairy doors or fairies in jars. A freshly caught Minion I was inspired by fairies in jars to make something a bit more Minions, Cornwall specific. Using interesting shaped jars and Minion shoe decorations I created these “jarred/freshly caught” Minions! How to create jarred faires or Minions To start with I created a base for the jar using craft foam (on the outside). and Then I painted the inside with gold or blue glitter mixed with glue. The floor required several layers painted on.…
How to make Ice Cream Cone Cake Pops!
Sweet Summer Treats Ice cream cake pops are the perfect treat to make as we head into summer months but it hasn’t warmed up too much! We all scream for ice cream and ice cream cone cake pops scream summer. Cake pops, otherwise known as cake truffles, are crumbled cake mixed with buttercream and reformed into shapes. Normally then covered in chocolate or icing. They are not cakes baked into shapes but these cake lollies do exist as doppelgangers of the good stuff. How to make ice cream cake pops These treats are super simple, super summery and super delicious! All you need to make them is… Ice cream…
Star Wars Crafts and Dog Photos!
This is the May May can only mean one thing-Star Wars. Star Wars has become a bit of a cultural phenomenon, even more so in recent years, as Disney Plus series brings out new content to enthral fans old and new (baby Grogu anyone?!) The 4th of May marks Star Wars day-May the 4th be with you (May the force be with you)-followed by the revenge of the 5th (sith). Whilst I’m not a massive fan of the stories we love all the creatures and landscapes created during the series. So check out how some of our crafts they have inspired below! As well as some fun doggy photo…
How to throw the perfect Afternoon Tea
Tips and Tricks for the perfect Afternoon Tea An Afternoon Tea, not to be confused with a High Tea, is an elegant snack taken in the afternoon. Originally consisting of something savoury like sandwiches and something sweet like a cake. In modern times it has become a full blown meal. The month of May brings with it spring and two bank holidays. A bank holiday weekend in the UK gives us plenty of time to celebrate the classic British way with an Afternoon Tea! If you are wondering how to create this layered meal at home in a decadent style then look no further! We have compiled a list…
Alice in Wonderland Cupcake Ideas
Simple Themed Cake Decorating Ideas Alice in Wonderland cupcakes are a hugely popular idea. This is due to the popularity of the books (and films) but also due to the amazing scope of ideas the world of Wonderland gives. One of our first forays in cake decorating, these Alice in Wonderland cupcakes were decorated for a friend’s 21st. These cupcakes were created and decorated using fondant, bought decorations and sweets. Inspiration for Alice in Wonderland cupcakes First of all it’s up to you whether you focus solely on the book series or films. Alice and Wonderland have appeared in a range of media including by not limited too: Quick…
Recipe for Maple Whoopie Pies
The humble Whoopie Pie is a mighty treat. Whoopie Pies enjoyed some popularity in England back in the 2010’s but I always feel like they are due a resurgence. An almost cross between a sandwich cookie and a cake these soft treats were said to make the Amish men who found them in their lunchbox shout “Whoopie!” If you wanted to have a go at making some they are a great treat for Valentines, the weekend or even Maple Syrup Day (17th of December!) Whoopie Pie Ingredients 115g butter200g light brown sugar1 tbsp of maple syrup, plus more for buttercream1 large egg300g white plain flour2 1/2 tsps baking powderPinch…
How to make a seed bead lace brooch
Quick and Easy Crafty Makes Seed bead lace can be used to adorn a number of makes or become pieces in their own right such as this brooch. Once you learn the skills and techniques used you will be able to apply them to many uses. FAQ on seed bead lace technique What lace can you use? You ca use any lace as the background piece, some will be more difficult to bead than others. What else can you bead like this? You can draw your own shapes on fabric and use the same technique What can you use the finished piece for? You can use the lace for…
Knitted Cuties
Knitted animals inspired by our life in Cornwall Carol has created a range of miniature knitted animals inspired by our life on Bodmin Moor. Cute crafts and projects have made a resurgence in recent years and toys are not just for children anymore. From a quick scroll on Pinterest or Instagram the obsession with all things cute is clear to see. Apart from them being cute to look at, soft toys are also proven to be calming and ease loneliness. In case you need even more reasons to love them here’s seven. Bodmin Moor Whilst living on Bodmin Moor we found the cows, ponies and sheep with all lived…
How to make giant daisy photographic props
Dog photography ideas Recently we created some giant daisy photographic props. Perfect for welcoming in spring. I wanted to create an Alice in Wonderland themed scene to take some photos of Daisy in so we had the idea of creating giant daisy flowers. We used the plastic strapping that Carol has currently been using to weave with and looped it into petal shapes. What you will need to create giant daisy photographic props If you feel like creating oversized spring-themed shots here is what you will need. Where to get the plastic strapping This strapping is the plastic which wraps around deliveries you may receive as well daily newspaper…
