Blog: All

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.
Julia M. Usher

Ooh la la!

What’s nicer than a little love to kick off the New Year? Not much, IMO, which is why I’m spreading those vibes with my first stencil sale of 2024. Hugs, kisses, and stencils to you

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

Champagne or Caviar?

Or how about festive noisemakers or sparkly confetti? Personally, I like to celebrate the New Year with something else – and I think you’ll like it too

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

Ease into 2024 with Sweetness

Given the all-consuming nature of holiday preparations, it can sometimes be tough to slide into the new year without incident. To make this transition as seamless as possible for you, I’m greasing the skids with extra sweetness

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

New 3-D Snow Globe Video Tutorial

Let it snow (globe)! If my recently released 2-D snow globe kit wasn’t enough holiday excitement for you, check out this stepped-up 3-D variation (and video tutorial) that uses many of the same tools

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

Sale-sational

The end of November is always the time for amazing pre-Christmas sales, but my product partner Confection Couture Stencils and I have compiled an assortment of sales that is truly off the sensational scale this year. Between now and November 27, I count five of them

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

Fifth Watch-Learn-Create Challenge

“Dimension” and “texture” are two of the biggest buzzwords in cookie decorating these days, and Cookie Connection’s latest cookie decorating challenge will help you turn mere buzzwords into delicious reality

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

Kitchen Club Release #6

HOLIDAY SNOW GLOBE KIT! Ready to shake things up this Christmas season with a dimensional snow globe cookie the likes of which no one has seen before?! If so, my latest Kitchen Club kit is just the ticket

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

‘Tis the Season (for Tutorials)

Seeking inspiration for upcoming Christmas cookie projects? Well, I’ve got that – and lots of instruction too – in my lineup of holiday video tutorials, now on sale! You’ll find video lessons for many other seasons and occasions as well

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

Gobble Up Serious Savings!

Being as we are on the cusp of the holidays, it’s time to amp up your cookie decorating! And to make that process easier on you, I’m offering some serious Thanksgiving stencil savings

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

New Graveyard Fence Video Tutorial

When the tools for this fun Halloween project were released a few weeks ago, many of you asked for a how-to video. I took your cues seriously and quickly set to work to make sure you had this tutorial in time for Halloween

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

Last Chance!

With my favorite cookie holiday now under a month away, you won’t want to miss my last Halloween stencil sale of 2023. It’s guaranteed to kickstart plenty of spook-tacular cookie designs

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

Happy Fall, Y’all!

I don’t know what it is about the suddenly crisp, cool air or tree leaves beginning to drift away from their branches, but they put me in an undeniably good mood – and I’d like to share it with you

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

Kitchen Club Release #5

HALLOWEEN TOMBSTONE KIT! One of my favorite cookie holidays is back, and I’ve got just the new kit to welcome it. With all the tools to make spine-tingling 2-D and 3-D tombstone cookies, and even an edible graveyard scene, my latest Kitchen Club release is to die for

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

Eerie-sistible Stencil Savings

I must sound like a broken record because I say the same thing every pre-Halloween: Halloween is one of my favorite cookie times of the year! And, once again, to celebrate its arrival, I’ve got some eerie-sistible savings for you on all of my stencil designs

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

The Bake Fest Holiday Edition

Stuck in a decorating rut? Not sure how to scale up your sweets business? Seeking a better return on your social media efforts? The Bake Fest will answer all of these questions and more, so hurry up and get your Early Bird ticket here

Read More »
Julia M. Usher

Greatest Hits

The 2023 holiday season is fast approaching, so what better time to stock up on cookie decorating tools?! My faves will be on sale soon, which is all the more reason to go shopping. Read on for sale details

Read More »

Cut to the chase! Quickly filter Julia’s blog content by selecting the most relevant category.

Categories

Categories

RSS

Never miss one of Julia’s posts! Click here for the computer-readable web feed of Julia’s blog.

SEARCH THE SITE

Be the first to hear about my latest events, tutorials, and product announcements by subscribing to my newsletter! 

Schedule willing, I release one each month, roughly mid-month. And, guess what else?! Once you subscribe, you’ll receive a special one-time coupon code for 20% off my online tutorials. The code will be delivered in your subscription confirmation email, so keep your eyes peeled (as it cannot be resent). Thanks in advance for subscribing!

Live sweetly, Julia