Frank Carlson Library

"Secrets of Some Wiltshire Housewives" is a 1927 book of recipes collected from members of the Wiltshire Woman's Institute. From mushroom chutney to sloe gin, this fantastically-diverse assortment of recipes will appeal to all with a love of cooking, and they would make for worthy additions in culinary collections. Contents include: "Piccalilli", "Vegetable Marrow Pickle", "Green Gooseberry Chutney", "Mushroom Chutney", "A Hint to Chutney Makers",...

Whet your appetite with five irresistible recipes from the Maison Cupcake founder. Less is more when it comes to mini versions of your favorite desserts-and this sampler. Inside you'll find five baking projects for tiny treats, straight from the pages of Sarah Trivuncic's Bake Me I'm Yours...Sweet Bitesize Bakes. The fondant fancies, mini Victoria sponges, and little French macarons will introduce you to a world of confectionary cuteness. Be inspired...

Over twenty-five big ideas for pretty little cakes and pastries from Maison Cupcake founder Sarah Trivuncic. With this gorgeous little book, you will learn how to bake miniature versions of your best-loved desserts, confections, patisserie, and sweet treats with easy-to-follow recipes and expert instructions for essential cake decorating techniques. Discover how to adorn pastries, cupcakes, and cookies with sugarcraft embellishments and fondant icing...

Wow friends and family with creative treats for parties and holidays! This is a delicious collection of fun cake pop treats for every occasion-including colorful projects from cute animals and romantic wedding rings to creepy Halloween creatures and festive Christmas characters. The simple step-by-step instructions are perfect for beginners, while the gorgeous designs provide inspiration for the more experienced sugarcrafter. Find recipes, techniques,...

'Tis the season for snow-and icing! Be inspired by these cupcake recipes for a festive Christmas season with delightful designs including Christmas trees, Rudolph and friends, and Santa hats. Also included are tips on baking and equipment in a special selection from Seasonal Cupcakes by cake decorating expert Carolyn White-ideal for preparing both holiday parties and scrumptious home-baked gifts.

Blogger Bakerella (a.k.a. Angie Dudley) has turned cake pops into an international sensation! Cute little cakes on a stick -- from decorated balls to more ambitious shapes such as baby chicks, ice cream cones, and even cupcakes -- these creations are the perfect alternative to cake at any party or get-together. Angie shows readers how to re-create these treats right at home with step-by-step instructions and photos of more than 40 featured projects,...

Discover how to turn any cake or cupcake into a showstopping work of art with realistic, modern flowers and plants made from a rainbow of colors of buttercream frosting. Flowers are the most popular cake embellishments, but making them look natural and professional can be tricky. Professional cake artist Leslie Vigil has been teaching beginning bakers and decorators for years how to create authentic roses, daisies, peonies, dahlias, chrysanthemums,...

Over one-hundred irresistible ways to bake, frost, decorate, display, and indulge in cupcakes! Treat yourself to a piece of cupcake heaven with divine designs that are devilishly simple. Tempt everyone with a dessert they'll love, from sweet and stylish to fun and fashionable. Transform the traditional party cake into a tower of enticing treats to impress the guests. This collection of recipes and tips offers big ideas for little cakes no matter...

Top off your cake with a sweet work of art! Do you dream of being able to make beautiful decorated cakes for any occasion? Easy Buttercream Cake Designs will teach you the essential buttercream cake decorating techniques you need to know to create your own amazing designs. Also included are three gorgeous pastel-colored cake projects, piped with buttercream, that are impressive and stylish-in addition to being completely delicious.

Fifty tasty doughnut recipes from the beloved Seattle chain that are easier to make at home than you think-no deep fryer needed. Among enthusiasts, Seattle's Top Pot Doughnuts reigns supreme. Now, doughnut aficionados everywhere can enjoy these tasty treats at home. Committed bakers, casual home cooks, and sweet-toothed fans will eat up these fifty tried-and-true recipes, from classic Old-Fashioneds to the signature Pink Feather Boa. They'll also...