Author Archives: bethv

Ultra Vibrant Easter Eggs with Wilton Color Gel

Posted on March 25, 2013 by bethv

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A few years ago I made Easter egg bread for the first time, and I’ve been hooked ever since. I LOVE how it comes out, with the exception of the eggs.…

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Beer Bread for St. Patrick’s Day!

Posted on March 17, 2013 by bethv

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Yesterday we were invited to my Italian in-laws’ house for corn beef and cabbage (it’s true, everyone really is Irish on St. Patty’s Day!). I thought a beer bread would go nicely with the Irish fare being served.…

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Mini apple pies in honor of Presidents’ Day!

Posted on February 18, 2013 by bethv

We visited some friends in Maryland for Presidents’ Day weekend and I knew I wanted to bring some sort of treat for everyone. And since it was Presidents’ Day, it had to be something patriotic.…

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Fun with fondant–a practice edition

Posted on February 9, 2013 by bethv

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I’ve been working with fondant for about a year now, but since my use of it is sporadic, I still haven’t perfected getting it onto a cake without any tears or folds.…

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Roulette 30th Birthday Cake

Posted on January 24, 2013 by bethv

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My sister-in-law (who is absolutely wonderful and gets me a lot of cake jobs) hired me this past weekend to make a Vegas-themed cake for her friend. …

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