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Drumroll, Please!

At long last, it’s the time so many of you have been waiting for – the grand winner reveal in the second virtual edition of Julia M. Usher’s Cookie Art Competition

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12 Days of Christmas

Feeling like you missed out on much of the great Black Friday and Cyber Monday savings of last week? I know, sometimes life just gets in the way, preventing us from doing the things we had intended to do. But the good news is you can make up for any lost opportunity with what’s in this post

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Cyber Monday Trio

My Cyber Monday is super special this year because I’ve got not one sale, but three very special ones to help your ring in the holiday season. Read on to see the other two

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Holiday Stencil Sales

One can never have enough Black Friday sales! Don’t you agree?! In addition to the one I already announced with 25% savings on my online tutorials, here’s another treat for you

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Super Tutorial Savings

It’s that time of year for super savings, and I’m not about to let you down! Read on to take advantage of the first of my 2022 Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales

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International Alignment

Waiting with bated breath for the finalist announcement?! Well, exhale and read on! The judges and I made a change to how we award prizes that you need to know about

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Kitchen Club Release #3

SCANDINAVIAN CHRISTMAS TREE KIT! Incite awe with multi-tier 3-D trees, or take it easier with still stunning 2-D versions. The choice is yours with the third kit in my Kitchen Club Collection

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Black November Sale

Black Friday is awesome, right? But Black November?! Yeah, it’s even better! Shop here nearly all month for special Christmas stencil savings

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Place Card Pop-up Sale

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and, if you’re like me, you’re probably already planning what to serve and how to dress up the table. Good news! This surprise stencil sale will help you do both

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Make Your Season Bright

It’s been a minute since my last Zoom class (let’s just say, things have been crazy around here). But I’m pleased to announce that I’m resuming classes on December 10 with a project that’s sure to brighten your season

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Kitchen Club Release #2

CHRISTMAS STOCKING KIT! I’m back this month with my second release in my new Kitchen Club Collection, and it’s particularly enchanting because it allows you to make cookies that double as décor or party favors

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What to Expect Now

Wondering what happens now that you’ve entered my competition?! Well, wonder no more. The judging timetable and feedback process are spelled out here

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Thankful

This post may look like a stencil sale, but it’s more about gratitude. Gratitude for all of my readers, customers, and cookie friends who have brought me so much joy, learning, and inspiration over the years

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Bad to the Bone

If you’re still scrambling for speedy Halloween cookie solutions, slow down and take a deep breath! I can help out with my latest pop-up sale

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