Archive for October, 2009

Cupcake Scarf

Posted by on Saturday, October 31st, 2009

I was just browsing one of my new favorite website ModCloth and I found this wonderous find!

http://modcloth.com/store/ModCloth/Womens/Accessories/Hats+Scarves/Sweet+Nothings+Scarf

Keep warm this season with the Sweet Nothings Scarf!

Enjoy!
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Taco Bell Cupcakes!?

Posted by on Saturday, October 31st, 2009

Did you ever think that you would see Cupcakes at a Taco Bell? Well if you live in certain parts of California you may be able to taste test them. Click HERE to read more about Taco Bell Cupcakes and other items that they are also testing!

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They don’t look too yummy and if you read the article, they didn’t get the best review! If anyone has tried them let us know!

Metal Cupcakes on Etsy

Posted by on Saturday, October 31st, 2009

To me, cupcakes are sweet and soft and I wouldn’t initially think that metal could be used to make them.  Check out these unique metal cupcake finds from a few Etsy sellers that proved me wrong:

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Cupcake Bicycle Bell $22

 

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Cherry Cupcake Nightlight $15

 

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 Cupcake Bangle $95

 

Visit Stayhomecupcake‘s shop.

Cupcake Costume on Ellen!

Posted by on Friday, October 30th, 2009

I just wanted to post real quick about the amazing Cupcake Costume on the Ellen Degeneres Show this Morning! It definitly looked like she jumped in an Extra Extra Extra Large foil cupcake wrapper! She was dancing and everything in it. Kellie Pickler who was on the show even mentioned something about how cute it was. I tried finding a picture of it online but i couldnt :-(

But i just wanted to share it with you all!

****UPDATE****

Thanks to our lovely reader we have found a picture of the cupcake. It is just a screen shot so it isnt the best picture in the world but here it is.

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Thanks Erika!!!!

Late Night Surprise Cupcakes

Posted by on Thursday, October 29th, 2009

On their way home from Washington, DC the other night, my mom and sister stopped by my apartment to make a special delivery.  They had stopped by Georgetown Cupcake and were delivering  two amazingly delicious cupcakes to me.  The flaovrs were pumpkin spice with maple frosting and chocolate peanut butter swirl.  I have tasted a lot of cupcakes and I have to say these were some of the best.  My sister warned my that I would not be able to take only one bite of the pumpkin cupcake and she was right!  It was just the right amount of pumpkin flavor, and pleasantly moist.  There was also the perfect amount of frosting, not too much where it overpowers the cupcake but also not too little.  This is not to say that the chocolate cupcake was not excellent, it too was wonderful.  Sometimes chocolate cake can be disappointing because it is dry and crumbly but this cupcake was packed with great chocolate flavor.  I also really liked the cupcake decorating on each.  They were simple yet attractive with the pumpkin cupcake topped with a festive fall foliage colored fondant leaf that was sparkly.  The chocolate peanut butter had a simple peanut butter swirl and peanut butter inside.

I checked out Georgetown Cupcake online and they offer shipping which I would highly recommend because these were some of the best cupcakes I have had and I have tasted a lot of cupcakes.  They have three options which include a Classic Dozen, Halloween Dozen, and Seasonal Dozen, each costing $29.00

Halloween Cupcakes with a Neon Surprise

Posted by on Thursday, October 29th, 2009

Halloween inspires fear in us…  and fear motivates us to innovate?  ATC is happy to celebrate the creativity of its readers this Halloween season.   Here is a halloween cupcake idea sent in by Erin from Sandy, UT:

I just wanted to tell you how much i love your site and  share a cute halloween cupcake idea with all of your readers. My boyfriend Chris and i love to make rainbow/tie-dye cupcakes, so to celebrate the season we put i little twist on the traditional look.

We used the Betty Cocker Neon Gel Food Coloring to get all of these awesome colors(even the green for the icing)

All you need is a boxed white cake mix made according to the instructions. then divide the batter up in to separate bowls and dye each bowl a different color.

Spoon a little bit of each color into a cupcake liner to get the cute layered look then bake according to the box. these cupcakes are always a big hit and very fun to make.

-Erin from Sandy, UT

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Halloween Cupcake Batter Colors

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Luck of the Irish Cupcake!

Posted by on Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

I will give all my thanks to my friend Laura for sending me this link about Irish Cupcakes. I spent three weeks in Ireland and I am sure if I were to taste these cupcakes it would bring me right back to the lovely feeling I had while I was there. These Guinness and Bailey’s Cupcakes came from the website Irish Central. Click HERE for the recipe!

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Giant Stroller Cupcake

Posted by on Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

My husband and I decided that our baby girl (Avalon, 7 months) would be a cupcake for her first Halloween. I needed some ideas and found your website! I bought her a knitted cupcake hat from Etsy, made her a cupcake shirt and pants (cupcake iron-ons), and since she is too young to walk, turned her stroller into a giant cupcake. Thank you for your website and inspiration!

Thank you for sharing with step-by-step photos of such a innovative concept! – ATC

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Nana’s Famous Chocolate (Cup)Cake!

Posted by on Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

I think that we all have that ONE dessert that someone in your family was famous for making! I certaintly do! My Nana always use to make a cake for our birthdays and other holidays. Our birthday would always roll around and she would always ask, ” What kind of cake do you want?’ We had 2 choices, Chocolate Cake or Banana Cake, both homemade. Most people ALWAYS chose the the Chocolate cake. And she would always put it on this super special Birthday Plate.

As the days go on she is unable to make this cake . So my family and I have taken upon ourselves to try and replicate this delcious treat.For some reason most people can not make it right.  My mother and brother have successfully made it and now it is my turn. So being the cupcake geek I am put a little twist on them … cupcake style!  Here is a quick photo adventure of my cooking venture …

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I used a simple buttercream chocolate frosting. They were YUMMMY! If  anyone wants the recipe, reply to this with your email and I can send it to you!

Make Your Own Cupcake Crafts

Posted by on Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

I love working with my hands to make crafts. There is a wonderful feeling that comes over you when you create something new. I wanted to share with you some instructions I found to encourage you to make your own cupcake crafts. Be sure to send us a photo when you make one of your own!

Make Handstitched Cupcake Purses

This link was posted in one of our giveaways a few weeks ago.  Thanks Nikki!

 

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 Knit Your Own Cupcake

How cute would these be in your little cupcake’s play kitchen?

 

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Make Polymer Clay Cupcakes

These would be great little stocking stuffers!

HeatherLynn’s Cupcake Tattoo!

Posted by on Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

So i just recently got some new ink, a cupcake to be exact.  I got it done by  Albie Rock at White Mountain Tattoo in North Conway NH. I made cupcakes for the Tattoo peeps so they could tattoo that cupcake on me.

Albie did a GREAT job … he had alot of fun doing it and he even thanked me for letting him do such a fun tattoo.  And like me he is an avid blogger so he blogs every day and he called me a “Cute as a Cupcake Tatster”in his blog,  ahhh i love it! So here is the new love of my life … try not to drool over it  because it does look that tasty!

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What Cupcake Fans do for Halloween

Posted by on Monday, October 26th, 2009

Spooks
by Sandra Liatsos

There’s a goblin at my window,
A monster by my door.
The pumpkin at my table
Keeps on smiling more and more.
There’s a ghost who haunts my bedroom,
A witch whose face is green.
They used to be my family,
Till they dressed for Halloween.

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As Halloween approaches, we are all gearing up for this special day!

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hi there! my husband and I came up with this cupcake monster pumpkin, after our daughter, Brooklyn, whom we lovingly refer to as our cupcake. enjoy! mai and david

Halloween Spider Cupcakes

Spider cupcakes submitted by Colleen.  Do you dare to eat them?

Cupcake Wall Art Winner

Posted by on Monday, October 26th, 2009

And the winner is… Drea!
Congratulations! Please email us at [email protected] and give us your full name and address so we can have the decals mailed to you.  Thanks to all who entered and commented on her wonderful items.  Be sure to enter our next giveaway coming one week from today. Thanks again to tweetheartwallart for the great prize!

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October Cupcake Tattoos

Posted by on Friday, October 23rd, 2009

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I got this tattoo after many months of waiting. My sister and I have always been into cupcakes, and I wanted to show my love for them as well as my appreciation for her being my sister. After endless hours of looking at other cupcake tattoos, I knew it was time to get my own. I hope everyone likes it as much as I do! – Allison

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My name is Julie & I am from Gateshead, UK. I would like to contribute my Cupcake tattoo to your fabulous site! I originally had my cupcake done in Nov last year then finally had it “pimped” 2 weeks ago to put the icing on the cake – so to speak! Haha!

I totally love cupcakes & adore my tattoo! It was done by Danny Edwards & pimped by Dan Kelly both of Voodoo Tattoo in Warrington, UK!

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Hello!
Here is my cupcake tattoo with my daughter’s nick name. It was done by my friend Jenny a.k.a. “Little” at Good Luck Tattoo in Santa Cruz. – Vanessa

Cupcake Decal Giveaway Reminder

Posted by on Friday, October 23rd, 2009

Sunday is the last day to enter to win our Cupcake Wall Art giveaway sponsored by tweetheartwallart. Please click here to enter!

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Cupcake Hunting Anyone?

Posted by on Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

I found myself feeling very stressed-out today so I did what I always do when I am feeling that way: I went cupcake hunting.  One of my favorite places to go is one of my local Hallmark stores. I can always find something sweet that I would love to own. Even if I don’t buy everything I see, it cheers me up just to look at cupcakes. Here’s what I found today:

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Hallmark had these for each month and at a very reasonable price of only $8 each. 

I have several shops that I frequent just looking for cupcake items. Some of my favorites are Kohl’s, Pier 1, and Target.  Cupcake bakeries can often double your pleasure.  Many times you will not only find yummy cupcakes to eat, but they often  have cupcake clothing and knick-knacks for sale.   Online I can always find interesting things on Amazon, Etsy and Ebay. 

On the way home from my hunt I got to thinking; I wonder where our ATC readers like to go cupcake hunting?  Where do they find good cupcake stuff?  So let’s hear from you!  Click on the comment area below and let us know your hot spots!

Kohls Halloween Cupcake Options

Posted by on Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

Kohls has quite a few cupcake items.  I thought I would share two that are fitting for this time of year.  One is Cupcake Fairy Wings which would make a cute last minute costume for any little girl.  Before you run out to the store be warned that this is an online exclusive and the wings cost $17.99

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The second item is a girls cupcake T-shirt that is on sale for $6.30, so sizes are limited.  The shirt is pink with the three cupcakes decorated with a ghost, candy corn, and spider on top of each.

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Angel Heart Designs – Sponsored Post

Posted by on Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

Based in the great northwest, Cindy of Angel Heart Design specializes in handmade ceramic pieces that speak from the heart.  Some of her cupcake designs include this cupcake clock and cupcake nightlight.

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CuckooBoo Cupcakes

Posted by on Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

Chapel Hill, NC is home to Festifall, which was just a few short weeks ago.  This was where I came across Cuckoo Boo.  Cuckoo Boo creates one of a kind hair accessories, magnets, badge clips, pacifier clips, chokers, and snack bags.  Everything is in fun and bright patterns and prints.  What caught my eye and drew me into the tent was of course cupcakes! On their etsy site there are a lot of the cupcake related items that I saw at Festifall.

Funfetti Cupcake Hair Clips

Funfetti Cupcake Hair Clips

Cupcake ID Badge Reel

Cupcake ID Badge Reel

Cupcakes and Cherries Ponytail Holders

Cupcakes and Cherries Ponytail Holders

Cupcake T-Shirt

Posted by on Tuesday, October 20th, 2009

I love that everyone knows I am obsessed with Cupcakes because they send me neat little finds such as this one from Shirt.Woot!

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They have a different shirt everyday and this was todays! It is just in time for Halloween?

Cupcake Beanie

Posted by on Monday, October 19th, 2009

Looking to buy a new winter hat? Want something different, not just the same old wool head warmer … Well dress in tasty style with this lovely Cupcake Beanie!

It comes in 2 flavors … Strawberry & Vanilla!

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Cupcake Wall Art Giveaway

Posted by on Monday, October 19th, 2009

This week’s giveaway comes from Etsy seller tweetheartwallart. Tweet Heart Wall Art is a design studio that specializes in vinyl wall art. They only use top quality vinyl that is made for home interiors. The vinyl has a matte finish, giving you a painted on look. Vinyl wall arts are an easy and affordable way to decorate and personalize your home. Tweet Heart also specializes in custom design, including custom sizing, colors and personalization.

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TweetHeart sent me these 4 cupcake decals in pink and brown.  I displayed them on a wall in my craft room (which is quickly becoming my cupcake room!) and I love it.   They were very easy to adhear  and it really added something special to the room.  They truly do look painted onto the wall.  I think they would be a perfect addition to any baker’s kitchen.

This week tweetheartwallart is giving away these four cupcake decals to one lucky ATC reader.  You even get to choose the color(s)you want!

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To enter this giveaway, click here and go to tweetheartwallart and have a look around at the wall art she makes.  Then come back to ATC and leave a comment in the comment area below telling us how you would use another decal in your house.  One winner will be chosen on Monday, October 26th.  Thanks tweetheartwallart for sponsoring this wonderful giveaway!

Bergdorf Goodman Cupcakes

Posted by on Monday, October 19th, 2009

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As the weather gets too cold for ice cream, Bergdorf Goodmans offers a fun and tasty way to remember those hot summer days.  Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes that come in a set of 4 for $50.00 each.  The set includes two of each variation, one with a milk chocolate dipped cone and another with a strawberry-flavored chocolate dipped cone.  A second option is the Chocolate Cupcake Set. This set is two solid milk chocolate cupcakes with white frosting and sprinkles. The cost is $28.00 for the set of 2.  What is nice is that to ensure freshness, you choose the day you want them to be delivered.  They almost look too good to eat, almost.

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Bright Ideas’ Halloween Cupcakes

Posted by on Sunday, October 18th, 2009

I know some of these ideas have been shared before but it’s always helpful to see alternatives to help you come up with your own unique variations.  Here are the M&M versions of Halloween cupcakes  that are always fun because everything is edible and when it comes to kids and decorating candy is always best.  These are some ideas that are great for individuals.

Spider Cupcakes

Spider Cupcakes

Eyeballs

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Scarecrow Cupcakes

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A Festive Basket of Apples

A Festive Basket of Apples

For larger parties, these are sure to be crowd pleasers:

A Creepy Crawly Creature

A Creepy Crawly Creature

Giant Pumpkin

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Sesame Street Cupcakes

Posted by on Saturday, October 17th, 2009

Sesame Street Cupcakes

I am writing to submit these cucakes to your site.  I made them for my daughter’s first birthday.  The kids loved them!
Tamara
Takes my breath away !  Cookie monster is my favorite.