Blog: Julia M. Usher

Need one of Julia’s foolproof recipes? Some stunning cookie decorating ideas? Or a quick fix on Julia’s latest news and events? Well then, you’re in the right place! Here, you can stay up-to-the-minute current on everything that’s happening in Julia’s kitchen and studio – and in that always-churning mind of hers! IMPORTANT: Julia is still formatting blog entries prior to 2021 to conform to the new site layout. Please don’t be surprised if some back entries look a little wacky, and please be patient as she edits them over time.
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Boo to You!

Getting a late start on Halloween cookies? Need to crank out some fast?! Stencils are always a great time-saver, and now with this Halloween sale, you can save money too

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September 19, 2022
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Kitchen Club Debut

HALLOWEEN COFFIN AND SKELETON KIT! It’s here, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome you into my kitchen to share this new cookie decorating journey with me

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September 14, 2022
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Hello (Again), Fall!

Thought you missed all of my sales for the fall season?! Well, you can relax! My recent series of flash sales came and went so quickly that I’m back with a longer sales spree for you

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September 13, 2022
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Fall Fête of Flash Sales

Fall might just be my favorite stencil season so, to celebrate, I’m throwing a party with great savings on my fall designs. The fun starts now, on August 29, and continues through September 12

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August 29, 2022
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Gold Sponsor Spotlight, and More!

Here’s a special tribute to this year’s gold sponsors who went above and beyond to make our record-breaking prizes ($19,000!) a reality. Plus, two very important competition updates

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August 25, 2022
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A Royal Deal

Just because you’re fit to be a princess, if not a queen, I’ve got a special gift for you that’s commensurate with your stature

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August 18, 2022
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Important Schedule Change

Wishing you had more time to create for my competition? Well, you’re in luck. An unexpected set of circumstances for me means more prep days for you

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August 15, 2022
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Meet the Judges

So, who are the remarkable cookiers that will judge my competition entries this year? These faces may very well be familiar to you

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August 8, 2022
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JSA x JULIA Part 5

Part 5 of my JSA x JULIA 3-D cookie course series is here! And, wow, the JSA trainers never cease to amaze me. They came up with a most spectacular project for the course finale

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August 7, 2022
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Second Challenge in the New Series

Looking to hone your precision-piping skills? Well, you’ve landed in the right place, because the guest of the second Watch-Learn-Create challenge on Cookie Connection is the perfect pick to teach this technique

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October 20, 2022
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Just Do It!

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, my competition isn’t about winning. Sure, that would be nice, but there are better reasons to compete. Hear what they are from last year’s winner in the 2-D Cookie category

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July 31, 2022
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Live with Laura Replay

If you missed my live with judge Laura Saporiti on July 25, there’s no reason to fret. You can capture all of the gems that she and I shared about the judging process in this handy replay video

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July 26, 2022
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Live with Laura

Wondering what my competition judges look for (and don’t look for) in entries?! Wonder no more! Judge Laura Saporiti and I will tell all in our next Facebook live Q&A

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July 23, 2022

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