{"product_id":"the-complete-photo-guide-to-cookie-decorating-9781589237483","title":"The Complete Photo Guide to Cookie Decorating","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMaster Cookie Decorating with 400+ Full-Color Photos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Complete Photo Guide to Cookie Decorating\u003c\/i\u003e is the ultimate reference for all methods of cookie decorating--a comprehensive guide for crafters and aspiring sugar artists.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn just a few minutes, a cookie can be transformed from a simple shape into a colorful, edible work of art. With some basic skills and a little practice, everyone from kids to adults can enjoy this craft. Expert sugar artist and author of \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Photo Guide to Cake Decorating\u003c\/i\u003e, Autumn Carpenter, helps you \u003cb\u003elearn these skills and become a confident cookie decorator\u003c\/b\u003e through \u003cb\u003estep-by-step directions\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003e400 full-color photos\u003c\/b\u003e, and invaluable decorating \u003cb\u003etips and tricks\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eclear organization\u003c\/b\u003e provides easy access to information, simple projects provide fun opportunities for trying the techniques, and \u003cb\u003ea gallery of beautifully decorated cookies\u003c\/b\u003e offers examples and inspiration. You'll find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecipes and helpful tips for rolling, cutting, and baking perfect cookies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecipes for various icings-buttercream, chocolate, run sugar, egg wash, and rolled fondant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed instructions for piping, painting, marbling, and coating plus ways to add shimmer, sparkle, and special accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat ideas for packaging, storing, and presenting your decorated cookies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for All Skill Levels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who might be a bit intimidated by the idea of decorating cookies, fear not! With this guide and some experimentation, \u003cb\u003eanyone, from knowledgeable baker to amateur home cooks, can create this edible art\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eComplete Photo Guide series\u003c\/b\u003e includes all the instruction you need to pursue your creative passion. With hundreds of clear photos, detailed step-by-step directions, handy tips, and inspirational ideas, it's easy and fun to try new projects and techniques and take your skills to the next level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased in Fort Wayne, Indiana, \u003cb\u003eAutumn Carpenter\u003c\/b\u003e is a nationally known confectionery artist, author, and demonstrator. She has published several books, including \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Photo Guide to Cake Decorating\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Photo Guide to Cookie Decorating\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eDecorating Cakes, Cupcakes, and Cookies with Kids\u003c\/i\u003e. She demonstrates annually at the I.C.E.S. (International Cake Exploration Societe) and travels across the United States, sharing the craft of cake decorating and other confectionery arts. Autumn is co-owner of Country Kitchen SweetArt, a retail cake and candy supply store that has been in her family for over 45 years. The business caters to walk-in store sales, catalog sales, and an online store, shopcountrykitchen.com. Autumn has developed her own line of useful tools and equipment for cake decorating and cookie decorating, and sells them online and in many cake and candy supply stores throughout the United States and in several other countries. Her cakes and products have been featured in numerous publications and magazines, including \u003ci\u003eAmerican Cake Decorating and Cake Central\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quarry Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50681251266834,"sku":"9781589237483","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_6898a51b-afb6-4e0f-bd60-d4b4b159b226.jpg?v=1733950837","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-complete-photo-guide-to-cookie-decorating-9781589237483","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}