Thomas the Tank Engine Cookies

Trisha contacted me to create Thomas the Tank Engine Cookies.  I have a train cookie cutter, but it was a side view and while my children never had an interest in Thomas, I knew the face is what made him Thomas.  So I created a cutter suitable for a front-on cookie.  Character cookies are challenging but I was happy with the final result.

Trisha was too and when she picked up the cookies, she let me know the reason she ordered them.  As the owner of Bundles of Joy Themed Gift Baskets, she had been commissioned to create Thomas the Tank Engine baskets and my cookies were destined for the middle of each basket.  I was thrilled!  Trisha sent me the pictures of her finished baskets and based on how beautiful they look, I am thinking the recipients were equally thrilled.  Consider Trisha's services the next time you need something equally cute.

40th Birthday Cookie Set

Celebrating a birthday is made more special with cookies!  Happy 40th birthday, Jennifer!

A few years ago I saw some darling birthday cookies created by another cookie artist, the Flour Box Bakery.  Their cookies had cake silhouettes on them and I thought that one day I would like the opportunity to make something similar.  So when Karen asked me to create these cookies for her co-worker and left the design up to me, I ran with the cake silhouette idea.  I scoured the internet for inspiration, found appropriate clipart and used it to create these cookies.  When I was all done, I went back to the inspirational cookies from FBB and guess what, theirs have the exact same silhouettes!  Too funny!

Slipper Sleepover Cookies

Tricia from Guelph contacted me to help make her party planning a little easier.  Three parties in a couple of weeks was an overwhelming task!  I hoped I made things a little easier by provided these slipper cookies for her daughter's sleepover party! 

1st Anniversary Cookies

Celebrating one year of wedded bliss plus the journey to get there is the story this set of cookies tells.  From meeting at the bar "Avenue" to their first date at a baseball game, the references to Australia where they lived, the Sydney Opera House which was the site of his proposal to her, the lighthouse which represents their wedding,  the pyramids because they went to Egypt for their honeymoon, the airplane to represent their love of travel, their cat Mylo and their first house and a hint to the future as well.  Wishing this lovely couple continued love and happiness!

Elegant Bridal Shower Cookies

With her third son getting married, Patti asked me to create bridal shower cookies for her soon-to-be daughter-in-law, Asha.  I was given a copy of the elegant invitation and asked to come up with something beautiful.

I have heard from many that the shower was lovely, and I am sure it set the tone for the actual wedding which will take place in the fall.  Congratulations Asha and Joel - wishing you a lifetime of happiness!

Ball Hockey and Fox Racing Logo Cookies

My friend's son spent the early part of the summer participating in ball hockey tournaments all over Ontario.  I was asked to make a set of cookies for his team each tournament (see original post here), and they certainly seemed to bring them luck!  After seeing pictures and noticing their jerseys, I made set with their jersey logo as well as ball hockey sticks and balls.  I understand the boys had a great time each weekend and I hope the cookies helped win some games!

Real Estate Thank You Cookies

These adorable cookies were commissioned for a family with three boys who love soccer and cars by their real estate agent.  So thoughtful - and delicious!

Logo Cookies for the Literacy Council York-Simcoe

These cookies were created as a thank you for the volunteers of the Literacy Council York-Simcoe.

Bridal Shower Cookies

Bridal shower cookies - for a bride who's groom is going to wear a purple suit!  I must say I love the diamond rings.  Wishing R&J a wonderful wedding and a long life together with much happiness.  Suit and ring designs inspired by designs by de Koekenbakkers and Clough'D.

Lighthouses, Sailboats and Sand Dollar Cookies

For my Farmers' Market table each week I come up with a theme.  Three or four cookies that link together somehow makes for a lovely table.  This week, I was inspired by the heat of summer.  Where would I like to be to get away from the humid Ontario air (and the heat made by my oven!)?  Something nautical came to mind and that's how I ended up with lighthouses, sailboats and sand dollars.  And they were a hit!  Happy summer!

Rescue Bot Cookies

Trisha contacted me to create Rescue Bot cookies for her son's birthday.  Rescue Bots are a spin-off of Transformers that are popular in the U.S., but that are not yet main-stream in Canada.  She had a very hard time getting her hand on any of the decorations for his party and resorted to making her own (let's face it; homemade = it was probably the best party ever!)  My custom designs were a perfect fit and Trisha was just thrilled with them!

Doctor Who Cookies

When I was a little girl, the television show Doctor Who was really, really creepy to me!  To this day, science fiction anything is not my cup of tea, and while I was aware that the show was being made and shown on television again, I was able to avoid it at all costs... until Heather emailed me from Vancouver.

Doctor Who is her family's thing.  Her love of the show was evident in her emails and she wanted me to create cookies in this theme, one set for her and her husband, a second set the wanted to send from Vancouver to Calgary as part of a birthday care package for her son.  She sent me pictures to inspire me, including a really creepy video of the Weeping Angels.  <Shivers>

I learned more about Doctor Who than I ever dreamed I would in this lifetime, but even I liked how the cookies turned out.  I never did figure out what the tardis is all about (and don't ever want to find out!)

Wimbledon Tennis Cookies

Robyn was spending a weekend with friends and wanted to bring a cookie gift.  Her friends are huge Wimbledon fans, so what better gift than tennis cookies?

Cat in the Hat Cookies

I've known Tracy for years, having met when our oldest children were in kindergarten.  Tracy loved kids so much that she worked first as an educational assistant and then she went back to school to become a teacher!  She just finished her first full year as a teacher of a grade 6/7 split class and the passion she has for these kids is incredible.  Months ago she contacted me to arrange end of year cookies for her class.  What was the inspiration for these cookies and the message to her students?  Dr. Seuss' "Oh, the Places You'll Go!"  Each cookie bag was closed with a ribbon and a "Oh, the Places You'll Go!" tag.  I hope your children will one day have a teacher with as much spirit and passion for their profession, and that your children find their life's dream profession too!

Thank You Apple Cookies for Teachers

Another school year has almost come to a close.  Many children are looking forward to a relaxing summer break and have one last day to honour their teachers.  Based on the number of "Thank You" apples and plaques sold in the past week, many Bradford teachers will be thanked with Sweet Handmade cookies this year.  Happy summer!

Sweet Pea Baby Shower Cookies

Little Brezlynn was finally meeting her family in Canada, and her Grandmother Mary-Lynn contacted me to create cookies for the special day.  With a sweet pea/purple and green theme in mind, this is the design we settled on - baby asleep in the pea pod, her name written as a vine across the top with purple flowers hanging down.  Each of the 50 cookies was individually wrapped and tied with a purple ribbon.  I heard that it was a fantastic day!

Simcoe Dance Academy Trophy and Logo Cookies

My girls have been dancing at Simcoe Dance Academy for many years and my reward for driving them to and from lessons each week is the year end recital.  What a spectacular show this incredible dance school puts on each year.  In our small town it is so easy to know so many of the dancers and watching them is just a jaw-dropping experience.

Sandra wanted to say thank you to the owner of the studio as well as the teachers and commissioned me to create cookies for this occasion.  They were a hit!

Spiderman Cookies for End of School Year Celebration

These Spiderman cookies were created to celebrate the end of the school year.  Summer vacation is almost here!  Design inspired by Sweet Sugar Belle.

Bridal Shower Cookies - Diamonds and Pearls

Alison, a recent bride and Sweet Handmade bridal shower cookie recipient, was hosting a bridal shower for one of her best friends, Jill.  She contacted me to create cookies for Jill's special event, knowing how well they were received at her shower.

The theme for her friend's shower was "Diamonds and Pearls" and so these are the cookies I came up with (with a little inspiration from cookie artist Clough'd).  Wishing Jill and her groom a wonderful wedded life!

Thank You Cookies for Obstetrician's Receptionist

Nicole brought some really cute cookies to her Obstetrician at her last appointment with him and she didn't want to neglect the receptionist, Laura.

Thank You Cookies for Obstetrician

The mother of two lovely children, Mya and 6 week old Gavin, Nicole wanted to bring a special thank you cookie set to her Obstetrician at her final appointment.  Her relationship with her doctor was filled with humour, so the cookie set could be too, which explains the "blood splatter" cookies!

Running Shoe Cookies

A group of marathon runners were gathering for some non-running fun and wanted a hit of well earned sugar.  Served to them in the shape of running shoes, some of the inspiration for these delicious designs came from my husband's ever growing running shoe collection.

Flower and Hummingbird Cookies

This tray of beautiful cookies was made for a group of ladies as an appreciation.  I took a little liberty in the design and added the hummingbirds which were a welcome surprise.  I personally love the colours!

Baby Shower Owl Cookies

Hosting a baby shower for her grandson, Christine ordered owl cookies to help celebrate the day.  Super cute!

High Heel Shoe Cookies and a Fashionista

Red purse, red sunglasses, red nail polish.  What is missing from the ultimate fashionista's outfit?  Why red high heel shoe cookies of course!

Prom Cookies

This past Friday was prom night in our town for one of our high schools.  Some of the beautiful young men and women munched on these delicious cookies before heading out for a night of dancing!  Suit design inspired by De Koekenbakkers.

Ball Hockey Tournament Cookies

How can you easily spot a non-Canadian?  They use the term "ice hockey".  In Canada, hockey is played on the ice, we don't need to make that distinction!  Now, if hockey is played on the pavement in the off-season with a ball instead of a puck, you had better describe it as "ball hockey".  And that is what some local hockey players were doing this past weekend now that their regular hockey season is over.  They are great players, but what secret did they have in their back pockets to help them win the tournament played in London, Ontario?  Some Sweet Handmade ball hockey cookies, of course!

Farmers' Market Season

I am in my final prep for the Bradford Farmers' Market which starts tomorrow.  I am one of the organizers, so if something goes wrong, you know who to blame - but I won't take responsibility for the cool weather or the wind!  I hope to see many familiar faces and even more new ones.

Flowers, Ruby-throated Hummingbirds & the Liberal Party

A spin on my Mother's Day cookie platter, this set was destined for a Liberal fundraiser picnic, featuring Ruby-throated Hummingbirds and the traditional Liberal Logo red maple leaf.

Scale and Tool Cookies

A group of mechanics held a weight loss challenge and the impending winner contacted me for cookies to celebrate.  (I know, nothing like celebrating weight loss with weight-gaining cookies!)  I have to tell you, I think scales in cookie form are my favourite kind of scales!

Amsterdam Holland Happy Birthday Cookies

These cookies with the Dutch flag and a rounded Amsterdam flag were perfect for my brother celebrating his birthday.

Masculine 18th Birthday Cookies

Celebrating the big 1-8 with these masculine cookies.

First Communion Cookies

Ava was celebrating her First Communion and her mom contacted me to create cookies for all the family and friends who were going to share this special day with her.  Each cookie was packaged in a cellophane bag and closed with a pink ribbon.

This lovely email followed:

"Thank you so much!  Ava is thrilled with the cookies - they are so beautiful!!  Our whole family is so impressed with your work!  Thank you for helping to make Ava's First Communion Day so special!"  Of course, it was my absolute pleasure.

Baby Shower Cookies - Boy or Girl?

These cookies were created for a baby shower where no one knew whether the unborn baby was a boy or girl, so we covered all the bases with these unisex cookies!

The day after the shower the mom gave birth to a healthy little boy!

Bradford Bulldog Hockey Jersey Cookies

Well, spring has finally sprung and for the most part, the hockey season is over in these parts (not including the NHL, which will keep going for a while yet).  These are some of the cookies I created for a Bradford Bulldogs hockey party last month.

So while tournaments, tryouts, three-on-three and shooting a ball in the driveway will keep these boys' hockey dreams alive, they will be counting the days until their regular hockey season starts again!

Happy Honeymoon Cookies in Egypt

Our friends Marcio and Amanda waited 8 months to go on their honeymoon and less than 48 hours before leaving, Marcio asked if I could make some "Happy Honeymoon" cookies for them to take on the trip.  Well, it was a tight deadline, but since he wanted to surprise his beautiful bride I just couldn't say no!  Knowing the cookies wouldn't be able to compete with the beautiful sights they would be seeing in Amsterdam and Egypt, I kept it simple.

Yesterday, Marcio and Amanda posted this picture on Facebook, with the caption "Sweet Handmade all the way in Egypt.  TOP THAT BAKERS!  Which one of you can say your sweets have made it to the other side of the world, and in front of one of the seven Wonders of the World!"  I love it!!

Sweet Handmade cookies are a perfect addition to the sweet couple`s special trip and I love that they took this picture!!  We miss you guys!

Logo Cookies - Rogers and Ananda Hot Yoga

After participating in a reality show about yoga, filmed at Ananda Hot Yogo by Rogers Television out of Newmarket, these logo cookies were commissioned by one of the participants as a thank you to the people involved in the show.

Baby Shower Cookies

My lovely niece gave birth to a beautiful little girl in February and  I made this set of cookies for her.  It reminds me of the embroidered baby announcements I had hanging up in my room when I was a little girl, announcing the date and time of my birth, as well as my length and my weight.  This set was inspired by a baby announcement I found at invitesbaby.com.  Now we know all those secrets about Imogen Lily!  Welcome to the world, little sweetie!

Real Estate Thank You Gift Cookies

It's a long while since I've moved, but I remember the stress of the home sale process.  As a real estate agent, Jenn helps to ease her clients' stress and fear with her knowledge and calm demeanor. After a lengthy selling process, she recently closed the deal on a home for a gentleman who loves fishing.  As a thank you for his patience, she brought him this special tray of cookies!

Mother's Day Cookies

How do you create a perfect Mother's Day?  Let me help you out with some suggestions: many moms like breakfast in bed (if she doesn't mind crumbs between the sheets).   Others just want to put their feet up, forget about chores and be loved with hugs and kisses.  Dinner out is always a good choice.  But the best one of all is flowers, and edible ones are even better!  That's where I come in.

This beautiful platter of spring time blossoms with hummingbirds is $34.  The set includes 12 cookies of varying sizes and comes beautifully boxed with a ribbon.  Perfect for mom to share or for her to tuck away and savour, one cookie per day.

I personally love this set of a lavender bouquet with plaque cookie.  This set of two (large) cookies is $12, comes boxed with a beautiful ribbon and the message can be customized for your special mom.

As always, space is limited.  Place  your order as soon as possible.  "Hint" emails can be sent to your loved ones if you are the mother who wishes to receive these special cookies, just send me the information!

Communion Cross Cookies

Frank-Anthony had been looking forward to his Communion for a long time.  Actually, he told me he was looking forward to the party!  At this special party, each one of his 100+ guests was given one of these beautiful crosses, wrapped in a cellophane bag and closed with a chocolate brown ribbon.  A thoughtful and delicious gift that I am sure everyone enjoyed.  Congratulations Frank-Anthony!

Wedding Shower Cookies

Alison and Tyler's upcoming wedding has a yellow and grey colour scheme, so for Alison's bridal shower, we used those colours.  Each guest went home with a beautifully delicious cookie packaged in a cellophane bag and a closure tag reading "Thank you for coming".  Wishing Alison and Tyler a happy wedded life.

Each guest went home with a beautifully delicious cookie packaged in a cellophane bag and a closure tag reading "Thank you for coming".  Wishing Alison and Tyler a happy wedded life.

Tinker Bell Cookies

To celebrate her birthday with her friends, Jasmine wanted Tinker Bell cookies.  In Tink's traditional colours and with lots of pixie dust, these cookies fit the bill!

Bradford Bulldog Hockey Logo Cookies

As many of you know, I only have daughters and they have never played hockey.  Hockey has become a big part of my life however, in the form of cookies.

These cookies have our local team's logo - the bulldog.  Each player received a bulldog and a personalized cookie with their name and number and traveled to Lake Placid for the team's final tournament of the season!

Moustache Cookies In Action

Back in Movember (November), I created a lot of moustache cookie sets.

One set went to Bradford's Midget Local League #1/Constable Well Drilling team and I was recently sent this picture of the team playing with their cookies before eating them!

I love this picture!  Thanks for sharing it with me.