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Cake decorators, rejoice, October 15th is National Cake Decorating Day! Whether you’re a professional baker or you like to dabble in your free time, gussying up your creations is easily the most fun and satisfying part of baking.As the big day approaches, we want to answer a few questions that both pros and novices alike have about how to take their cakes from drab to fab! Using the expertise and tools of our very own Wilton experts, we’re here to help guide you along every step of the way!
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Fall, to us, feels like a second New Year, a season for new beginnings. We sharpen our pencils, cut our hair and set new intentions — like having more family dinners where everyone sits down at the same time, calling your parents more often and not waiting until the 11^th hour before the bake sale to help your kid make treats (yeah, we’re still working on this one, too). But what about the star of the show? The one thing that ensures our family dinners are perfect and our bake sale treats beat out the competition. When was the last time you cleaned your oven?

If you’ve ever used the self-cleaning function, you know it can make things smelly and hot — so we’ve got a better, non-toxic way for you to clean your oven without harsh chemicals or setting off your smoke detector. (more…)

These days, there seems to be a day for everything. We happen to think one of the greatest national “holidays” ever is National Taco Day, because who doesn’t love tacos? Not only are they little pockets of goodness, but there are endless taco variations out there to indulge in. We’ve come up with a unique taco recipe that we think is a fun new take on the taco – Mini Taco Cups! Portable, festive and fun, this easy taco recipe is a great grab-and-go snack that’s sure to be a hit at your next tailgate or house party. Get prepped for this year’s National Taco Day, October 4^th, with our mini taco cups recipe, and our line of Mega Bakeware with pans, sheets, and more for just about every dish. (more…)

One of our favorite parts of fall is throwing a super scary, super fun Halloween party! While we love to give party guests a fright, we don’t want little ones to be too spooked to have a good time. Luckily our friends at Party City have some tips for how to throw a kids’ Halloween party that’s just the right amount of creepy, using kid-friendly decorations and party games that will keep them engaged and having a good time!

If you’re throwing a kid’s Halloween party and you need some Halloween dessert inspiration, look no further! Little ghosts and goblins will fall in love with these Halloween treats and will come back to haunt your house every year! (more…)

This Saturday will mark the first official day of fall and we couldn’t be more excited! To prepare for the season of hazy sunsets, changing leaves and a crisp chill in the air, we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite fall desserts for you to enjoy with a cup of mulled wine in your hand!
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We don’t mean to spook you, but fall is on its way and with it, one of our favorite baking holidays! Gather your favorite witches and warlocks for some fun Halloween cookie houses that you’ll be goblin up at your next Halloween party. (more…)

Sweet, buttery and with a hint of spice, pear upside-down cake is a perfect seasonal twist on the traditional pineapple — and it’s one of the easiest desserts you can make this fall! We recommend using juicy, yet firm pears like Bartlett or Bosc. These pears will hold their shape while creating a lovely caramel that will seep through the entire cake once flipped. Read on for the recipe!

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