Author Archives: bethv

Vanilla Buttermilk Cupcakes

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Base recipes are really important. They should stand alone, but also be the perfect base to add whatever flavors you want. I’m really loving the show Cupcake Wars, and now I’m inspired to experiment and come up with my own creations.

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Halloween is next month!! My great find from HomeGoods!

Halloween is my absolute favorite holiday.  Each year, I add to my growing decoration collection. One of the best places to shop for Halloween decor is HomeGoods.…

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30th Birthday Gym Cake

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A few weeks ago, a friend of the family hired me to make a 30th birthday cake for her boyfriend. He likes to work out, so she wanted a gym-themed cake.

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Strawberry Shortcake Trifle (AKA how to salvage a deformed cake)

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Looks yummy, right? Well, this trifle is actually the result of a mistake. It happens to the best of us, and usually means wasted cake (which is a horrible, horrible thing).…

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Tie Dye Cupcakes

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Each year, our family has a summer BBQ with a theme. This year, it was a hippie-themed party, with 60’s music and lots of tie dye.…

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