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If my cookies had elbows, they'd be rubbing them with celebrities. Here's the full story... A few weeks ago I got the sweetest email from a gal named Jo. She wanted some cookies and she lived in England. I have shipped cookies to Spain and Australia before, but international shipping is...

It is wedding cookie season!! To celebrate, we created a new Bride Cookie tutorial!   Isn't she so cute?! We made a ton of these a few weeks ago, here come the brides... Check out the video on how to create this cookie using our very own Princess/Peacock cookie cutter!...

Painting on cookies has never been easier or more FUN! Check out how to make a 'Paint-Your-Own' (PYO) cookie and see how to use the Sweet Sugarbelle edible paint palettes. Plus, learn my tips to host a Cookie Painting Party for the holidays or a birthday party (it is so...

I think I smiled the entire time I was decorating this glamorous set of vanity cookies for a special birthday girl. One of my favorite customers contacted me 4 months ago and booked this birthday order for Kaylee, thus the K monogram on some of the cookies. Kaylee works at...

The most perfect Valentine cookie activity for kids has to be painting cookies. These are commonly called PYO cookies - stands for Paint-Your-Own.

Not only are these cookies super easy to make and fun for kids to paint, there is virtually no clean up at the end of the party. They are great for a sleepover activity, birthday parties, and classroom parties. 

Check out this in-depth cookie tutorial to learn what supplies you'll need, how to make these cookies, and tips for painting. 

You’re going to go BANANAS for our newest cookie decorating kit! It’s so PEACHY Keen! Learn how to make these 6 Tutti Frutti cookies: Pineapple, Peach, Pear, Orange, Banana, and Watermelon. This is such a fun video because I explore several EASY ways to add texture to your cookies! Add little...

Is there a cookie explosion going on in this world? I think there might be. Maybe I have been under a rock this past year, but recently I am discovering a new cookie artist almost every day. There is some serious talent out there. It's inspiring and motivating. The best part?...

"I saw the projects posted before class and thought 'I will never be able to do that," said a recent cookie school student. "But, we took it step-by-step, and I am amazed at how my cookies turned out! I am leaving feeling so confident about my cookie decorating!"MISSION ACCOMPLISHED! The Flour...

I promise this is the last daisy cookie post for a little while. I do a LOT of daisies each week, which is great because they are my favorite flower ... and one of my favorite cookies. A few weeks ago, I tested a new cookie technique that I found...

Hey! Exciting news. This is my 50th blog post! Can you believe it? I launched the Flour Box website on January 25, 2010 and I'm already at #50. Time certainly does fly when you're having fun.  The site and my business are a constant work in progress. I'm always coming up with...

Happy Spring! These FIVE cookies are cheerful, colorful, and full of SPRINKLE accents!! 

These cutters are a FLOUR BOX CLUB EXCLUSIVE CUTTER SET that are included in the Spring Club Box!

I love the new Geometric Cutter Set from Sugarbelle! The size and shape of the cutters is perfect! Check out the video to see how I freehand these diamonds. No projector needed!    Are you new to decorating? Before starting your first project, check out our FREE videos! Click here to check...

I'm nuts for my girls. They are the light of my life. Some of our best moments are spent in the kitchen, but not baking...dancing. Every night as I'm making our dinner, I put on 'Gracie Music' and my sweet little girl dances away. And now Cecelia is finding the...

Boy meets girl! It's love at first sight! We might need to find a mini hedgehog cutter, now! It's a cute decorating video for you! Cute cookies don't have to be complicated!  I love this hedgehog cookie because it is full of cuteness and also super easy! The face and...

This morning, another bridal order is wrapped and ready! It's been a wonderfully busy wedding season this year! Check out some of the fun projects we have worked on this summer. I love all the different colors couples choose for their weddings.  These cookies were for a navy and coral...

A beach trip isn't complete without building a Sand Castle! Check the video for a step-by-step look at how to make these cookies!     View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Flour Box (@theflourboxshop)   Looking for the Cutter! CLICK HERE!   I love the size of...

Two weeks ago, I had the honor of hosting two decorating workshops with Angela Rudy of Oh, Sugar! Events. If you don't know Angela, check Oh, Sugar! out on facebook. Her cookies will blow your mind! I would like to thank the class sponsors Ribbon by Design and The Cookie...

I have wanted to make Alice in Wonderland cookies my entire life!!! Finally, I had a very special request from my friend Nanci at Sugar & Stilettos for her annual fundraiser that benefits the food bank in LA.  This was a quick turnaround, so I don't have videos and a...

  A few weeks ago my husband and I went to wedding in Long Island, NY. If anyone knows how to throw a great wedding party, it's a Long Islander!  We had a blast getting dressed up, eating amazing food, and dancing the night away!  (here we are dressed up...

Here's a little secret...I have a cookie 'bucket list'. A list of dream projects and ideas that I plan to turn to cookie at some point. But, with a busy family life and a hoppin' order schedule, I don't always have time to work on the 'bucket list' projects.  It's...

The past few months, I have been seeing a lot of amazing cookies with super cool text. I really wanted to figure how people were doing it because I wanted pretty writing too. I guess, most use their Kopykake. So I started to experiment a little bit with fonts and...

I have several projects I want to show on the blog today - and thanks to my friend Lisa the Bearfootbaker and PicMonkey.com - I can show them easily with a collage format.  Here is a set of Graduation cookie samples made for a high school graduate.  I recently donated...

I'm catching up and catching my breath. I had a flurry of orders over the last few weeks and it has left me little time to get the blog updated. I always prioritize order deadlines over everything...so now that the orders are shipped I can show you what i've been...

Just in time for Mother's Day, a NEW Plant Mom cookie decorating Kit! Love grows here! This new KIT features 5 designs full of gorgeous colors and textures!  This kit features this super cute Microgarden cookie design! If you want a TEMPLATE - CLICK HERE to download it! Also, the...

Is it mermaid season yet? Maybe mermaids are popular all year long! In any case, this mermaid is great for any under the sea celebration.

Is it mermaid season yet? Maybe mermaids are popular all year long! In any case, this mermaid is great for any under the sea celebration.   I love this cutter from Ann Clark. This mermaid has a such a serene, floating look to her. A little different than some of...

Well, I hope you like airbrushed cookies. Looking at my last few projects for clients, which will be my next few blog posts...there's going to be some airbrushing going on. It's just so much fun...I actually might have a problem. Honestly, I am happy to do repeat cookies I have...

I have been dreaming of creating this cookie set for some time! I see feathers, arrows, and dreamcatchers everywhere - so much inspiration for cookie designs! It's perfect for birthdays, bridal and baby events...and Mother's Day! Check out the video on how to create the dreamcatcher! We are using a new...

This new Monster Mash cookie Decorating Kit is a Graveyard Smash!! We think it is going to catch on like a flash! This tutorial includes a step-by-step look at SIX Halloween cookies.  Cookie Yield For a single batch of dough, you can make about 20-24 of these cookies (about 4 of each)....

If you love puns, then animal cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day! And just in time for the holiday, the new Sugarbelle Animal Shape Shifters Set just landed. In this tutorial, I’m going to show you the step-by-step of the Pig, Hedgehog, and the Skunk. Take a look! Check out...

Let's face it, Mermaid cookies are always in season, but they are especially fun during the summer months! Check out this new post for Flour Box Club Members to provide bonus details on how to make FIVE mermaid themed cookies. These cutters are a FLOUR BOX CLUB EXCLUSIVE CUTTER SET...

I see pretty watercolor flowers EVERYWHERE, but they look so time-consuming and difficult! When making 24 cookies I don't think I have the time, patience or talent for hand-painting. But, now it is easy to create this look on a cookie using a stencil to achieve a hand-painted watercolor rose...

  So let's kick off 2019 with a super adorable Happy Love Note (#happylovenote) Cookie Set. 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....

What is better than PINK and SPARKLES?!? How about a NEW Let's Go Party cookie decorating kit! They are EASY and fun to make and this set features minimal icing colors! This tutorial is PACKED with great tips! Not only does it have a nice review of wet-on-wet techniques, learn more about...

Are there a lot of golf courses in Ohio? I keep getting a bunch of golf cookie orders that are shipping to my neighbors to the west (I'm in PA).  Last week I got an email from a buckeye!  Not from a nut. A Buckeye is an Ohio State fan....

It is Easter crosses, bunnies, and eggs as far as you can see in the bakery right now! Well, we are small, so I guess you don't have to look too far! But we are full of good baking smells! That is for sure! Last week I taught a class...

I can barely contain my excitement! Last week, I had the honor of making a very special congratulations set of cookies for 4-time Emmy winner, Jim Parsons! He is the actor that plays Sheldon on the Big Bang Theory! And he won his FOURTH Emmy for being the funniest guy...

I switched over to GREEN this week. It's been so fun. We have a fun leprechaun tutorial coming tomorrow. And today, a SPARKLING sharmrock. Check out this sparkling shamrock video! It shows the new EDIBLE Jewel Dust. We now carry 20 colors in our shop! A quick video to show...

This new 'We Go Together' tutorial is PACKED with tons of design inspiration to create FOUR cute Valentine's cookie sets. Make just one set or make them all! Can you spot all the fun pairs? With this new kit, you can make: We Go Together Like... Peanut Butter and Jelly We...

Did you know that I have been adding new items to www.flourboxbakery.com? Well, I have! I have been happily baking away and some of these designs are total keepers. So now...they are available as a regular item on my website. Here is a little review of what's new... A New...

This is one of my all-time favorite Christmas cards.... This is exactly what I want for Christmas. Anyone with me?? Of course, I won't be napping in my red lipstick!!  I would love to say one last thank you to all customers that ordered this holiday season! I was so...

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...

We are so excited for the Black Friday weekend! Check out these deals that will be available starting at 6am (EST) on Friday, Nov 29th and will end at midnight on Monday Dec. 2. Limited quantities on all deals! Free Shipping on U.S. Orders over $25 We are running free shipping on...

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,...

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,...