Crafting a Wedding: Baking, Embroidery, and Love

Hello, fellow crafters! I’m thrilled to share a special project that I recently completed for a truly unforgettable event—my son’s wedding! As many of you know, I love diving into various crafts, and this occasion was the perfect opportunity to bring my skills together to create something home made and special. Beautifully Baked and Decorated…

A Little Christmas Treat with Every Cup of Coffee

There’s something magical about the festive season that calls for warm kitchens, the scent of cinnamon and vanilla, and the joy of baking. This year, I decided to dive into the Christmas spirit by baking a batch of Christmas cookies. These little delights are small enough to enjoy with every cup of coffee—perfect for spreading…

Christmas Cookie Experiments: Stained Glass with a Ginger Twist

With Christmas just around the corner, I decided it was time to get into the Christmas spirit by experimenting with some holiday baking. This year, I wanted to try something a little different with my Christmas cookies: creating a stained-glass effect using melted sweets. The idea of colourful, translucent cookies catching the light sounded magical,…

Home made ‘goodies’

I’ve always loved baking!  My first memory of baking was helping my mom baking a huge amount of cookies for our summer holiday at the sea in South Africa. My favourite is healthy banana nut muffins.  I think my hubby’s favourite is still my hot caramel pudding with custard. Both my kids have their favourites and…