Merry Christmas!

Simple Chocolate Cupcakes

My boyfriend sent me 2 books recently and thankfully, they had nothing to do with theories of the law. It is now my winter break and I have been very busy with lots of law firm applications, but that doesn't stop me from posting just a quick entry on the second batch of cupcakes I made from scratch. I would talk about the first batch, but they were a mess - although my lovely housemates insisted they were edible and, oh god, tasted good even!

The recipe book I used was the Hamlyn 200 series: Cupcakes by Joanna Farrow. I tried my hand at simple chocolate cupcakes and this was the result!

Cupcake Hot Water Bottles

With the cold weather sweeping over Leicester, I decided it was time to get a small hot water bottle to warm my hands. I wasn't able to find what I was looking for. If I had more time before I leave to Singapore, I would definitely try to get my hands on any of the above! 

(1) Presents For Men - a cute knit pattern; (2) Gifted Boston Spa - very prim, pretty and neat; (3) Addicted To Beauty - I am a fan of simplicity; (4) Click Health and Beauty - I thought this looked so funny - almost like a huge potato that someone etched cupcakes into. 

Daisy Cupcakes

I could not believe just how gorgeous these daisy cupcakes are! They look so realistic you feel like you are eating a work of art. They are so bright and yellow and a perfect theme for a mother-daughter birthday party. See this link: http://www.make-fabulous-cakes.com/daisy-cake.html - for more information about the process of creating these tiny delicacies. 

Martha Stewart's Holiday cupcakes

Nesting Baby-Bluebirds Cupcake

Lion and the Lamb Cupcakes

Raspberry Cupcake with Pink Buttercream and Lacy Chocolate Hearts

Irish Coffee Cupcake 

Marshmallow Snowman Cupcake

St. Patrick's Day Cupcake

Back to School Cupcake

Spring Chick Cupcakes

Father's Day Tee-Time Cupcakes

Shark and Beach Cupcakes

With the holiday season coming up, I thought I would post an entry with celebrations in mind, and I could not find a better website than that of Martha Stewart's. The creativity, elegance and simplicity of her designs showcase cupcakes on a whole new level - who would have thought sharks and beaches could be a theme? The talent of Martha Stewart and her team is endless. If you would like to find more delightful photos and festive recipes, check out the website: http://www.marthastewart.com/275589/holiday-cupcakes/@center/276944/cupcakes