Thursday, August 27, 2009

Watercolor Cookies

I don't usually like to paint simply because I'm not that good at it. But, I was able to use what little skill I have (probably something I got from my mom, which you'll see if you visit her art blog), to make these "watercolor" cookies.


The inspiration for these cookies came from a drawer knob that I saw on display at the Home Depot. I painted the roses on by using edible shimmer dust mixed with alcohol (Bacardi 151). The mixture was thinner than usual so that I could get that watercolor look. I had to work quickly, though, because if the brush is left in one area for too long it will start to dissolve the icing.


Available in my Etsy shop. Don't forget to enter into the SweetAmbs Cookie giveaway at Fantabulously Frugal!

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11 comments:

  1. Suburban PrincessAugust 27, 2009 at 8:57 AM

    Stunning! I am sure these will be big sellers!

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  2. AnonymousAugust 27, 2009 at 9:15 AM

    OMG. These are absolutely beautiful! Very very nice. You have definitely found your calling. Your cookies are too beautiful for words! Really.

    -Liz

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  3. UnknownAugust 27, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    Oh wow! You don't give yourself enough credit for your painting skills! Those cookies are amazing!

    ~Caroline

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  4. AnonymousAugust 27, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    Your painting skills are everything they should be. I want to see lavender now! I can just picture that!

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  5. Amber SpiegelAugust 28, 2009 at 7:38 AM

    Lavender! That's a great idea

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  6. SueAugust 28, 2009 at 11:01 AM

    Not that good at it? You've got to be joking:) These are BEAUTIFUL!

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  7. The FrankieAugust 28, 2009 at 10:05 PM

    If you think you aren't good at painting then you're definitely selling yourself short. Wow, they are gorgeous!!! You have inspired me to have a go at painting cookies or cakes this weekend.

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  8. Rhiannon BosseAugust 29, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    These are incredible. As are all of your creations. I am truly inspired by your work and am your newest follower :) Hope to see you around soon!! xo

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  9. AnonymousAugust 30, 2009 at 1:27 PM

    Too pretty to eat!

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  10. DollFace DelightsAugust 31, 2009 at 7:24 AM

    These are so lovely!! Well, you know I am head over heels for your stuff!

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  11. SusannahSeptember 9, 2009 at 8:03 PM

    so funny! when i first saw these on your etsy shop i was like, "those remind me of the knobs on my mom's drawers.." funny. pretty stuff! fun to find your blog after finding your shop!

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