Tutorials

Let’s hear it for the visual learners and DIY video junkies! These cookie decorating tutorials will equip you to create cookies with confidence! I would be flattered if you replicate my designs and use them for your business or pleasure!

How to Decorate a Noel Cookie

September 11, 2019

Keep sparkle in place. Add it before you lift your stencil! Cookie Yield This is a large cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 15 of these cookies. I should note that I roll my cookies to 1/4" thick using the Dough EZ Rolling Mat System. The thickness...

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How to Decorate a Snowman Face Cookie

September 11, 2019

My favorite cookies to decorate ALL WINTER LONG are snowmen! You can change the expression and have loads of fun with these cookies! Cookie Yield This is a medium cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 18 of these cookies. I should note that I roll...

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How to Decorate a Reindeer Face Cookie

September 11, 2019

Blushed cheeks, curling antlers, and a bright red nose...these Reindeer are ready for a Christmas Eve cookie platter.  Cookie Yield This is a medium cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 18-20 of these cookies. I should note that I roll my cookies to 1/4" thick...

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Cookie Decorating 101: The Basics of Making Dough and Icing

September 10, 2019

To start any cookie decorating adventure, you'll need to mix dough, bake cookies, and make icing. In this tutorial, I'll share my recipes and tips for both the cookies and royal icing. This is a long post, but it has the essential information to get started.  All of my cookie...

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How to Decorate SIX Football Cookies (and Kit!)

September 10, 2019

It’s time to show your team spirit! I’m kicking off football season with this tutorial that features 6 football themed cookies! You can make them too – just personalize the cookies with your team colors!  In this tutorial, I’ll show you step-by-step how to make a player cookie, a helmet,...

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How to Decorate Happy Love Note Cookies

September 9, 2019

Last week, Topher and I were cleaning out our storage room and we came across a box labeled 'Love Notes from Anne'. So many sweet thoughts from when we were dating and early in our marriage. I don't draft as many notes these days, but maybe I should. For now,...

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How to Decorate FIVE Grad Cookies

September 9, 2019

Graduation cookie season can be intense, am I right? All the more reason to keep these cookie designs full of punch, but simple! And let's face it, it doesn't get easier than planning cookies with school colors - the color palette is planned for you!! So let's take a look...

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How to Decorate a Pumpkin Trick or Treater

September 9, 2019

Trick or Treat! Watch and learn how to make this cute little girl dressed as a pumpkin for Halloween! Use the girl cutter from the Shape Shifters Set to make this cookie. Cookie Yield This is a medium cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 20-24...

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How to Decorate a Sunflower

September 6, 2019

Let's make Fall more cheerful by making one sunflower cookie at a time! Cookie Yield   This is a medium cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 18-20 of these cookies. I should note that I roll my cookies to 1/4" thick using the Dough EZ Rolling Mat...

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How to Decorate a Scarecrow Cookie

August 30, 2019

Are you clutching at straws for Autumn cookie inspiration? Check out this adorable Scarecrow cookie tutorial using the popular cupcake cutter (upside down)!   Cookie Yield   This is a medium cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 18-20 of these cookies. I should note that I roll...

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How to Decorate and Apple Basket

August 30, 2019

A tisket. A tasket. There are apples in my basket! Can you guess the cookie cutter I used for this project? Yes! You guessed it! It's the cupcake, again! Cookie Yield   This is a medium cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 18-20 of these...

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How to Decorate a Whimsical Turkey

August 16, 2019

Silly Turkey Alert! I love this colorful silly turkey, I make it every Thanksgiving! I use the big bubbly cupcake cutter from Ann Clark to get the big colorful feather area! Cookie Yield This is a larger cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 18 of...

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How to Decorate a Polka Dot Turkey

August 16, 2019

This not-so-serious turkey will keep your guests smiling all Thanksgiving Day! Can you guess the cookie cutter used to make this polka-dot turkey? It's the CUTE PENGUIN cutter upside down (with a little trim, too)! This cutter is available here in our online shop! I have used it to make a penguin, Santa,...

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How to Decorate a Girl Pilgrim Cookie

August 16, 2019

I love getting creative with cookie cutters. Check out this video and learn to make a cute girl pilgrim cookie using an upside tulip cookie cutter. I like the shape of the tulip from the Sugarbelle Shape Shifters ONE set best!   Cookie Yield For a single batch of dough, you can make 18...

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How to Decorate a Pilgrim Boy Cookie

August 16, 2019

I love getting creative with cookie cutters. Check out this video and learn to make a cute boy pilgrim cookie using an upside down cupcake cutter!   Cookie Yield For a single batch of dough, you can make 18 of these cookies. I usually make both the boy and girl pilgrim (so check...

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How to Decorate a Sunflower Mason Jar

August 16, 2019

Two simply designed cookies, when combined, create gorgeous wedding favors that are easy to do over and over! Package cookies in a window cookie box with raffia ribbon and you have a beautiful cookie box! Cookie Yield For a single batch of dough, you can make 20-24 of these cookies....

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How to Decorate a Sparkly Bat

August 15, 2019

Add a little sparkle to your Halloween cookies with edible Jewel Dust! Watch and learn how to make this Sparkling Bat from start to finish. Cookie Yield   For a single batch of dough, you can make 20-24 of these cookies. I should note that I roll my cookies to...

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How to Decorate a Sugar Skull Cookie

August 9, 2019

Learn how to make stunning sugar skull cookies without the stress of piping using royal icing stenciling. Add a pop of color and detail to take these cookies to the next level!  The tutorial features the skull cutter and the Day of the Dead Stencil!   Cookie Yield   Cookie Yield For...

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How to Decorate a Cute Ghost Cookie

August 9, 2019

This adorable Trick or Treat Ghost is made easier with a royal icing transfer! Add rosy cheeks and a pop of airbrush and this little cutie is ready for Halloween! Watch and learn how to make this Cute Ghost from start to finish. I’m using the Pico Projector and free...

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How to Decorate SIX Back to School Cookies (AND KIT!)

August 7, 2019

Let's face it, the best part of Back to School is shopping for School Supplies. So today I am celebrating Back to School by making a happy bunch of school tools and a Welcome Back Book Cookie! This tutorial features two Flour Box exclusive stencils that are really going to...

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How to Decorate a Not-So-Spooky Cupcake

August 1, 2019

EEK!! This Not-so-spooky cupcake is the perfect Halloween treat. Use the marbling technique to create a quick and whimsical spider web. Then use the Sugarbelle candy eyes and bows to make a silly spider! Cookie Yield   For a single batch of dough, you can make 18-24 of these cookies. I...

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How to Decorate a Halloween Cat Face Cookie

July 31, 2019

Heart nose and polka dot fur, this cute Halloween Cat Face is a purr-fect treat for a party. Use Halloween icing colors, orange and purple to make this cookie. Cookie Yield   This is a medium cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 18 of these cookies. I should...

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How to Decorate a Vampire Cookie

July 31, 2019

This Vampire trick-or-treater cookie is definitely on #teamcute! Watch and learn how to make this adorable vampire using the boy cutter from the Sugarbelle Shape Shifters ONE Set. Cookie Yield   This is a medium cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 20-24 of these cookies....

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How to Decorate a Frankenstein Cookie

July 31, 2019

No tricks, all treats with this adorable Frankenstein trick-or-treater! Watch and learn how to make this trick-or-treater using the boy cutter from the Sugarbelle Shape Shifters Set. Cookie Yield   This is a medium cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 20-24 of these cookies. I...

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How to Decorate a Cat Trick-or-Treater

July 30, 2019

Trick or Treat! Watch and learn how to make this cute little girl dressed as a cat for Halloween! Use the girl cutter from the Shape Shifters Set to make this cookie. Cookie Yield This is a medium cookie. So for a single batch of dough, you can make 20-24...

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How to Decorate a Carved Pumpkin

July 30, 2019

Stencil FIRST to easily create stunning pumpkins. The stencil is quick and will make your cookies look perfect each time. Add a pop of airbrush to bring the drama! This technique is so cool because it kinda looks like the pumpkin is actually carved. Here's a close-up...   It's pretty...

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How to Decorate a Candy Corn Cookie

July 30, 2019

Candy Corn cookies are easy and tasty and perfect for your Halloween party or trick-or-treaters! Add a quick stenciled Jack-o-Lantern face to give this design a fun twist. You can find a great selection of Halloween stencils in our online shop - CLICK HERE to check them out!

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How to Decorate a Jack-O-Lantern Cookie

July 22, 2019

Stencil First! Create dimensional pumpkins without the stress using a stencil! Watch and learn how to STENCIL, FLOOD, and AIRBRUSH pumpkins that have lots of POP, but not a lot of work (my favorite kind of cookie LOL). Cookie Yield This is a medium cookie. So for a single batch...

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How to Decorate Happy Easter Bunny Cookies

July 22, 2019

GETTING STARTED I love decorating EASTER cookies!! And this year, I had the pleasure of DESIGNING my own Easter cookie cutter with Ann Clark Cookie Cutters - a cute bunny face! So, I've created this amazing tutorial to teach you how to make this cute cookie set. And...you can recreate...

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How to Decorate Unicorn Birthday Party Cookies

July 22, 2019

You know it's going to happen. You're going to get an opportunity to make adorable Unicorn Party cookies for a precious little girl's birthday. Here's everything you need to know to make that little girl's eyes sparkle!

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How to Decorate Wedding Cookies

July 21, 2019

Getting Started In this tutorial, I will show you how to make five wedding cookies: a Wedding Gown with piped details that look like beautiful folds of fabric, a Diamond Ring embellished with gold accents and a cluster of roses, a beautiful Flower Bouquet (using an apple tree cookie cutter!), a Bride and Groom...

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How to Decorate FIVE Baby Cookies

July 12, 2019

I love when cookies can play a small roll in a big life moment. And so, cookies are the perfect favor for a baby shower! So of course, our newest decorating kit is all about the BABY Cookies! Be sure to scroll down to see some of these cookies in a baby...

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How to Decorate FIVE Baby Cookies

June 27, 2019

When I was pregnant for the first time I made my own baby shower cookies. They were super simple, decorated with pink and white buttercream and said "It's a Girl". That was 12 years ago...and they sparked something inside me that literally changed my life. Baby shower cookies will always...

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How to Decorate Graduation Cookies

April 24, 2019

Graduation cookie season can be intense, am I right? All the more reason to keep these cookie designs full of punch, but simple! And let's face it, it doesn't get easier than planning cookies with school colors - the color palette is planned for you!! So let's take a look...

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