You guys, I'm having so much fun doing these weekly videos. You have no idea. To be able to relax, have fun and decorate with my mom is what I look forward to doing every week. Not to mention the response we're getting is enough to make you want to sweat sprinkles. <.<  >.> 

My mom wants me to remind everyone that she's learning with you. The D.I.Y | Pineapple Cupcakes was my moms first buttercream piping experience, so that was fun. I personally think  that's what makes our videos extra special. We're having a blast while instructing and throwing in some tips along the way. 

The Cake pop tulips are hitting 25k..... O.O <

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Carnival themed party ideas are taking over Pinterest (at least on my page). So I figured what better to do than some FABULOUS Carnival themed cupcakes. 

Cotton Candy, Chocolate Covered Pretzels and Popcorn Cupcakes

Of course if you want to take these a step further there are plenty of fun accessories you can find in stores and online. I've seen Popcorn wrappers, Carnival wrappers, carnival cupcake toppers and a Carousel and Ferris Wheel cupcake holder. And yes, those are clickable so you can pretty much go to town.

Cotton Candy

Popcorn

As always, all of these fun themed cupcakes are available for sale upon request. So don't hesitate to ask!

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Gorgeous Garden Themed Cupcakes

(Left to Right) Buttercream Hydrangeas, Sunflowers, and Chrysanthemums

*Couture in a Cupcake*

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Something to make the Easter bunny jealous of!

Hello Cake lovers and lovers of ALL things cake. 

Easter is this weekend and oh do I have the perfect video for you all!

The latest D.I.Y was an awesome Easter Cupcake vid. I actually called them "Epic" on the fan page lol. That's how much I'm into them. They were so much fun to do. All you'll need is the Easter candy you'd probably be using for your baskets this year and some tasty cupcakes.

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My mother and I did three looks. One with grass and chocolate eggs, another of a chicky relaxing and maxing in his nest and the last of a bunny peeping his head out of a pile of toasted coconut. My mom's designs were slightly different, but all came out gorgeous. 

I'm sure the kids would ABSOLUTELY love to create these cupcake cuties on Easter after that egg hunt. Ohhh the memories......How I miss the Easter morning egg hunt (that usually extended two days later after that LAST forgotten egg was found lol). Getting older has it's perks (24th bday was in Jan.) but man I miss those days.

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I hope you've noticed the addition I made to the home page. You can now watch all of the YouTube videos right here on the site without having to leave. So sit back, relax, and allow the website to wake the hunger monster inside of you!

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 #Irish Couture

St. Patty's Cupcakes

Custard Cupcakes- Some of the best cake I've EVER had

Beautiful custard cakes w/ caramel cage topper 

*Couture in a Cupcake*

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YouTubuler

Here are some recent YouTube vids.

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Let me know what DIY you'd like to see next in the comments!

Peanut Butter Chocolate Tortes

Pineapple Cupcakes

*Couture in a Cupcake*

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Happy Valentine's Day/ YouTube

I never thought that'd I'd be saying this considering I have less than ten actual videos on my YouTube Channel, but....I'm now a YouTube partner!! Crazy.

Sooo...being that this year has to be BIGGER and better, the cake fairy is guiding me along her path of sprinkles. Baby steps of course, but little things count. For instance, I have a better camera this year *Christmas rocked*. As you all know when it comes to showing off your pastries, picture quality is everything, you eat with your eyes first. So I'm serving you all some High Definition, High quality GOODNESS. Those blurry orange photos are but a thing of the past. And as a New Year's Resolution I promised to get my YouTube Channel together by adding a video every week. So every Friday, look forward to........

VIDEO FRIDAYSSS! WOOOOO.

I don't know if you can smell it but love is in the air. Valentine's Day is coming up and I've got two vids posted that will give you and your sweetie pie some great dessert ideas. Cake truffles and a cupcake bouquet.

Today marks the first day of Video Friday, so to see how my mother and I created some scrumptious cake truffles, watch the video below!!! AND DON'T FORGET TO COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE! I'd love some feedback. 

Lemon Cake Truffles

Pink on the inside, chocolate on the outside.

Cupcake Bouquet

Swirl Cupcakes

~Couture in a Cupcake~

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My Birthday Wish

I had to make a post before the night was over so I could still say that it's my birthday. Yes, another year older, smarter and wiser. So wise that I came up with a great promotion that I had to post here before I called it a night. 

I also have to apologize for the lack of posts. I do most of my updating on Facebook nowadays. Not to mention Hilary Clinton and I have something in common, we both got delicious concussions around Christmas. SO, I'm sure you can imagine what that entails. Speaking of updating...I made a new video ::snicker:: Yes I did, and even though it's not the best, I'm proud of my little four minute video. Sadly it didn't come out full screen like I had hoped for BUT, it get's the message across. Which was instructing you guys on how to make a beautiful buttercream rose, be it for cakes or cupcakes. So for those of you daring pastry lovers who want to take a shot at a buttercream rose, THIS ONE'S FOR YOU!


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And if for some reason it doesn't help, turn the music up, close your eyes and vibe out. 

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Expect another video sometime this week for Valentines Day ideas! 

I'm thinking a heart cake and a rose cupcake bouquet. I don't know, we'll see.

Well that's all for now. Happy Baking!!

Swirl/Rose Ombre Cake

~Couture in a Cupcake~

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The other day, I made some amazing chocolate covered peanut clusters. I made a post on Facebook about them and ended the post with "Homemade Fun". So true. Why purchase expensive chocolates when you can have fun creating your own!  Visit your local market and pick up a few bars of chocolate (I prefer Belgium). Melt them down and go crazy!! One of my newest favorite chocolate candies are "Turtles". In case you're thinking I'm a seafood dipped in chocolate lover, allow me to explain. Chocolate turtles are basically a cluster of caramel and pecans dipped in milk or dark chocolate. In my family, one of our holiday traditions are to have candies, nuts and fruit out on the table for guests. Sooo...since I have all of the ingredients including candy wrappers, I figure why not. I feel a recipe coming on....BAM!

Homemade Chocolate Turtles

1/4 lb. Chocolate, chopped

1 1/2 C. Pecan halves

3/4 C. Caramel (home-made or store-bought)

On a sheet tray with waxed paper, arrange the pecans in a cluster of 5 in the shape of a turtle or a star.

Drizzle your warm caramel over the nuts and allow to cool for at least 30 minutes

When hardened, peel your candy off of the parchment and cut into small squares about 1 1/2 in. thick.

Melt your chocolate using the double boiler method or microwave method (stir every 30 seconds). Chocolate should reach about 85 degrees. Be careful not to burn. 

Allow your chocolate to cool down, then dip each piece of caramel into your chocolate (try using a fork) and set on a piece of waxed paper to harden. Store in an air tight container for up to 2 weeks. 

Voila! Enjoy.

Here are some other ideas. My personal favorite, chocolate dipped tangerine slices.
And my homemade caramel apple. Too legit to quit!

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