Tag Archives: Kiera

Party Pics – Playing Catch Up

11 Jan 2011

Just what you need – December photos in January. But Kristi graciously shared her photos with us, and I’m just getting to that disc now.
Remember those cute gift tag cookies? Here’s the party that went with them! (UPDATE: And here’s the party blogged on SweetKiera.com)


This invitation rocks!

And, click on the first thumbnail, then use your arrow key to advance.

I’m craving my Maker’s & Ginger Ale.
Thank You Cole and Kiera for hosting such a fun night!

Gingerbread House – Like We Used To Make

07 Dec 2010

Are you ready for a sugar hit?
Nanu made the gingerbread pieces at home, which was genius because it saved time. Traditionally we use a recipe from a Christmas book, cut out the pieces from a template – then bake. Chief made the house a little wider this time, but this is basically the same house we’ve grown up making. Nanu brought over some candy, then we made a “candy run” for even more. The frosting/glue is Royal Icing, made from 2 egg whites, 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar, and 3 cups of sifted powdered sugar. Sweet Kiera stepped in to add beautiful attention to detail. (she made the whole roof with breathtaking efficiency!) Oscar did a lot too. He saw the project to completion, and contributed original projects such as the welcome mat and path, and many of the rows of gumdrops, red hots and the like. The only real question is, how long can we go until we eat it?

Click to see these large and luscious!:

Ps No, you can’t eat the pig.

Behind the scenes shots:

While the cats are away (Guest Blog Post)

12 Nov 2010

Oscar and Kiera here. Posting some awesome pictures we drew while Madie gave Lucy her bottle.

“The Rainbow of Love” by Oscar.

“The Rainbow of Cake” by Kiera.

“An Example of a Plane Taking Off” by Oscar.

“An Example of a Truck Cake I’m Supposed to Be Making Right Now” by Kiera.

“Two Teams Against The War” by Oscar.

“We Come in Peace” by Kiera.

“Fleet Week” by Oscar.

“We Miss You” by Kiera.

We’re missing you, Mark & Vale, but clearly from this picture you can see we’re all still having an awesome time.  (He’s just being a ham.)

Up close and personal with the bottle. (Madie’s eye view.)

Signing off!   Good-Night!

P.S. – Oscar says, “BRING ME SOME FOOD FROM NEW ORLEANS!”