Christmas Cookies for Beginners (Winter Wonderland Theme)

Hello! I hope you enjoy this video and you give these beautiful cookies a try.
The colours used in this video are:
Light Green - Americolor Leaf Green
Dark Green - Americolor Forest Green
Red - Americolor Red Red
Dark Brown - Americolor Chocolate Brown
Black - Americolor Super Black
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[@kimdimond6921]

I don.t think cookie video gets any better than this gal and I have watched a lot. How am I just discovering her !!!! Thank you for your skill in every aspect of producing a tutorial.

[@LittleCookieCo]

You are way too kind, thank you so much ❤❤ that just made my entire week reading your comment 🥰

[@l4real808]

You are a fantastic instructor; I'm very grateful for your hints. I look forward to making some of these this year, 2023 ❤

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yay!! I'm really happy to hear that, thank you so much. And I'm glad you enjoy them ❤️🥰

[@Maiasatara]

These are so elegant! Typically beginner sets lean cartoonish but these are beautiful. Great advice you’re giving, too. People of many levels can appreciate everything about this video.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much 🥰 I like both styles very, but these do make such an elegant platter or gift especially this time of the year!

[@sherrytruitt1028]

I love these cookies! When I saw the door cookie, I just loved it! And, the snowflake! Yes!🥰❄️💜

[@LittleCookieCo]

The door is one of my favourite cookies! It's so simple but so beautiful! 🥰🥰🥰

[@naboegrainger1132]

So simple, yet so gorgeous! Thank you for all your patience explaining every aspect of how you decorate ❤

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you very much ♥️🥰

[@JM-bq9vi]

I love these cookies! Thank you for taking the time to teach us your techniques. I love how neat and precise your cookies turn out! 😍

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much ♥️♥️

[@Slw1111]

I'm a terrible cookie decorator but it's such a pleasure watching you create these beautiful cookies.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Aww thank you so much!! And its ok, I started out as a terrible cookie decorator too , there's always hope (and lots of practice 😁)

[@mmjmjj]

Thank you for sharing your beautiful cookies.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you 🥰

[@ghoulgoil5029]

I adore the door cookie. So cute.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you 🥰

[@kathyberger6650]

Thank you for all of your tips!!!! Excellent!!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you 🥰🥰

[@diananeenooth2237]

So satisfying to see your flood consistency smoothly comes out fill up wide cookies surface from tiny holes of the piping bag.. Mine still try to get it right, it's still runny instead

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you! It takes a lot of practice and consistencies are the hardest part to master. And even sometimes I get it wrong and make it too loose or stiff. I have this video on how I make icing and near the end I show how I make my consistencies. hope that helps kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmbQh36Qo7mkl8U

[@diananeenooth2237]

@@LittleCookieCo it is beyond helpful... Just need to do more practice and master it as you said 🤗thank you so much ❤️

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yes, it comes with practice and it will get much better and easier! Sometimes you don't even notice how much you improve 🥰

[@mt7427]

Does all that frosting taste good? Is it flavored?

[@LittleCookieCo]

It actually does! I flavour mine with vanilla and butter and because the cookie isn't too sweet it pairs really well all together!

[@weafybeafy]

Love!! Thank you for making great content accessible.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you and You're very welcome ♥️♥️

[@gabrielncali8999]

Another great video! Love the door especially the wreath! ❤️

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much ❤❤

[@s44577]

So well done! They have a beautiful look and your teaching techniques are very helpful. Thank you for sharing.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much ❤❤

[@beckykukoski8678]

Such good tips. Thank you. I am new at this and found that practice is invaluable. The more I practice the more I figure out. Thanks for giving me the confidence to do this. I have wanted to try this for a long time.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yay! I love to hear that! And you're so right, practice is everything!! Its really the only way to get better. Thank you ❤️

[@molly_jean]

Beautiful cookies!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@cindylemmon9807]

I love your videos! Very informative and you explain your steps so well. I have leaned so much! Thank you for such awesome content. ❤️❤️

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you very much 🥰♥️🥰

[@kristinzenz4205]

Thank you so much for all of the tips and instruction. They are very helpful and my cookie decorating has improved a lot thanks to you.

[@LittleCookieCo]

I'm really happy to hear that 🥰🥰 thank you so much!!

[@janniejames9626]

I love all your explanations. Thank you so much for all your instruction. Your designs are so beautiful.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much 🙏 ❤️

[@wdborden]

Really fantastic tutorial! Thank you!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much ❤

[@jennifersignsoflife1375]

This is by FAR the BEST video I've ever watched explaining how to do *_EVERYTHING_* related to decorating cookies with Royal Icing. She's such a patient & detailed teacher, and thinks about telling us things that no one else does. I've failed over & over at this, and had given up hope, but now I can't WAIT to try it again. *Merry Christmas, Everyone~ and Thank YOU, Again!* 🎄🎅🏼🦌🤟🏼 PS. Also, Thank You for the links in the video for your other videos on "How to Make the BEST ROYAL ICING" & "Royal Icing Flowers & Leaves for Beginners". ALL the little extra tips are SO awesome, I can't believe what a difference they'll make~ Many Blessings to You & Yours!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much for your comments, it means so much to me 🥰❤ I hope you do try them again one day and hope they go much better for you! Thank you and Merry Christmas 🥰

[@jennifersignsoflife1375]

@@LittleCookieCo OMGosh~ You made my day! I sent my daughter a bunch of your videos & she's so excited to try them with my Granddaughter (she's 6). They're on Instagram, so I'll ask her send you some pics. Thank You, AGAIN!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Aww that is so sweet!! Your granddaughter will love doing it!! I can't wait to see them 🥰🥰🥰

[@ZZ_The_Boxing_Cat]

Awesome instruction! Thanks!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you 🥰

[@AFairytaleFlavor]

Hi, these cookies look amazing. Thanks for sharing! 😍

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@debrakimbrough142]

U r a wonderful teacher! Learned a lot & easy to listen to. The music was a great soothing touch. Thank you!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you very much, I appreciate your comment so much 🥰❤

[@gingerbrave7388]

OMG THESE LOOK AMAZING!!! 😍

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@SunsetCookieCutters]

Hello! Nice cookies. They look yummy too.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you ❤

[@josephcollins6033]

Very happy that I found you here. Thank you!!!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you for watching ❤

[@caseyslove]

Fantastic tutorial, I learned so much and it was fun. Thank you. 🇨🇦

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much ❤️❤️ from fellow 🇨🇦

[@junerobertson1125]

Awesome thanks for the video.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you 🥰🥰

[@adrianapereira1943]

Thank you for this!! I will make these for Christmas and follow your video!!!

[@adrianapereira1943]

How do you make this icing consistency?? I see you have two different consistencies. One for the outline and one for flooding. How much water do you use?

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you! And at the end of this video I show my consistencies, I usually look for the icing to ribbon smoothly off the spoon but not flow like liquid kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmbQh36Qo7mkl8U

[@rosalindamarrone1088]

Sono bellissimi, grazie tante proverò a realizzarli.

[@LittleCookieCo]

❤️❤️❤️

[@EarlyBirdCraft]

I’ve been binge watching your videos all day. Super relaxing. Your cookies are top notch. I’m a stay at home mom and make artisan furniture. I make very good money but I want to get back to my feminine side and makes cookies. I feel like I can get the quality fairly close to yours.

[@LittleCookieCo]

How cool!! I'm sure you'd be very good at cookies and your artistry would shine through them! You should give them a try!

[@janicepyke5313]

Your instructions are great! I've tried for years to decorate and kept messing it up until learning from you! Thanks. I was hoping you could show or perhaps make a video on packaging of cookies. I love giving the decorated cookies for gifts but not sure how to pack them without messing them up. Thanks again. You're a great teacher!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so very much ❤ I do have a video on packaging 😁 you can watch it here! They make beautiful gifts!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5yzpqGXraiYoKs

[@janicepyke5313]

@@LittleCookieCo thanks so much! Have a great day!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Same to you!!

[@cindy_A0516]

Your voice is very soothing and you explain the technique so thoroughly....🩷

[@LittleCookieCo]

Aww thank you so much❤️

[@Topol60]

Amazing skills ❤❤❤

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you ❤️

[@mariaruizcampos3383]

Congratulations, all your creations are beautiful, God continue to bless you, Greetings from Mexico

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much! Muchas Gracias y que Dios te bendiga tambien ❤❤

[@mariahutter7081]

South beautiful work🥰❤️💕

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much 😁♥️🥰

[@steph7514]

Love your channel. I'm planning on taking this up for a hobby. Do you have a specific cookie recipe that works best for these cookies? I notice your cookies really keep their shape well.

[@carliegriffin7229]

💝

[@aichac948]

Nice

[@LittleCookieCo]

🥰

[@kchart47]

Where did you get your scalloped round cookie cuter? It’s lovely! This is another excellent video. You’re a wonderful teacher. I can’t wait to start decorating for Christmas!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much!!! This is the only one I found in stock between a coupl stores I shop for cutters www.flourconfections.com/fluted-biscuit-cutter-p-9614.html

[@beckypospical634]

I love that your videos are in real time. When I tried piping without a tip my piping lines seem to come out flat. Great videos!!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much! That usually means your bag doesn't have a perfect circle cut. It could be your bag is made of too thick of a plastic (like wilton bags aren't good tipless bags) and you should always cut with the seam in the middle. This video may help! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaHTaXeNm7asZtE

[@beckypospical634]

@@LittleCookieCo thanks. Looks like I need to try some different bags.

[@LittleCookieCo]

It will probably help, with thinner bags come thinner seams and help you pipe much better!

[@vikkinagygeller5007]

Do you have a recipe for the the outline and flooding icing? Best videos ever. I use her no chill sugar cookie for christmas love it.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you! This is how I make my icing (recipe is in the description of the video) and near the end, I show the consistencies I use!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmbQh36Qo7mkl8U

[@dazzlingdoodles5024]

Love your designs & tutorials! Can you link the door cookie cutter in the description as well or comment on the size you used. So CUTE!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you! I got it custom made by a 3D cutter company Callee Cookie cutter by design on etsy. I requested a rectangle 2×4 inches! I couldn't find one with sharp corners do had one made

[@christina9879]

So I finally took the cookie plunge and I have to say I’m so glad I came across your videos. I have severe anxiety and am that person that says I can do that. And usually I can but it’s hard to let myself have flaws cause as soon as I see one I subconsciously find something else to “try”. My husband will tell you I have a different idea almost once to twice a week 🤦🏼‍♀️ now onto the point lol your voice and instructions are so calming. I tried my first ones yesterday and when I realized I was rushing I remembered your voice how you said to take your time and it kept my brain from going so quick and they got a little better lol sorry for the essay. I can’t wait to watch all your other videos. Thank you for taking the time to do them 🖤

[@avholland]

You can do it!

[@LittleCookieCo]

I completely understand you! I'm the same way. As soon as something doesn't work out well, I give up easily. And trust me there were times when I was so upset over my cookies because I thought they were horrible. But I'm so glad I didn't give up and I think because I didn't have the choice (people kept asking me to make some for them!). So it forced me to keep going. And so glad I did! That's why I'm hoping anyone who's having trouble can come to my videos and find the solution they need to make it less frustrating. Don't give up, we all struggled a lot (and I still do haha) but it does get easier and better and I know if I can do it, you can too 😊♥️

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yesss!!! You're amazing for cheering her on!

[@lunalily5310]

Omg you sound exactly like me! Like.....I could have written this. I have so many different craft things...cooking things because I always have some new idea of something I can do and never really stick with it. I'm a perfectionist. So I can't stand when I'm not perfect. I'm trying to keep trying with the cookies. I do enjoy it.

[@christina9879]

@@avholland aww ♥️ thank you! It’s definitely a battle in my head lol

[@anap.117]

Amazing!! I usually do 10 second icing for the flood, but I'm struggling with the outline icing consistency. Do you have any tips to get the right consistency?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I have this video from last year in my consistencies. But I'm hoping to do an updated one in the next month or so going into more detail kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5a7poKfgshge5Y

[@dra.martinez5275]

PD. I am a beginner, beginner. with your videos I am learning day by day, have a beatiful day

[@LittleCookieCo]

I am so happy you are learning! It takes some practice but it will get easier 🥰🥰

[@dra.martinez5275]

Thanks for been so kind. I hope you come Back to Colombia soon.

[@LittleCookieCo]

I hope so too! My husband has family there so we visit when we can and hoping we can travel there sooner than later when things get better 🥰

[@lauriecarlson4672]

WOW!!!! You are amazingly talented at this!!!! I'm going to have to try this now!!! I'll be using alternative sweeteners, I wonder how much of a difference they'll make? OR if I can come NEAR to doing what you've done with regular sugar??? I'll find out!!!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much 🥰🥰

[@MarrickandMakeup]

I've recently found your youtube channel. and have been binge watching for the past few days...I'm thinking of decorating some cookies for Christmas this year, but I live in New Zealand and our Christmas is in the middle of Summer!! Do you have any ideas for Summery Christmas Cookies/do you think you could show a tutorial recreating a pohutakawa tree? (It's a native NZ tree and is considered NZ's unofficial xmas tree) Sending lots of love from little ol' New Zealand :)

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you!!! I'm going to have to look.up that tree!! Never thought of doing a sunny Christmas theme but I will have to add it to my list! I'll try to get something done this year but can't promise anything. Thanks for the suggestion 🥰🥰🥰

[@debbiepenalber1369]

Beautiful cookies! Do you do separate bags for your flood and outline icing!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you! Yes i always make 2 bags of each color! You can see the consistencies here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5a7poKfgshge5Y

[@avholland]

It would be really helpful if you showed how you got your icing colors? I love this green and red

[@LittleCookieCo]

I'll keep that in mind, thank you! I have listed the colours I've used below as well. Sometimes I do multiple sets of cookies when filming and so I reuse colours from other sets or use frozen icing as well. But u do have a video on how I colour red and black to get those nice dark colours! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIm0qp2tgql5nLc

[@ninascrafty8869]

Hello! Lovely video! I made two batches of your recipe cookies. About how many batches of your frosting recipe should I make? Thank you!!!

[@LittleCookieCo]

1 batch of frosting should be ok! I normally double my cookies and do 1 batch of icing! Unless they are really large cookies it should be enough 😊

[@ZZ_The_Boxing_Cat]

Do you ever add flavorings to your icing? I got some awesome tasting flavored and colored sugars. Can't wait to try them.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yes!! I always flavor my icing with vanilla d butter flavour.That's my go to but I've used almond, marshmallow and cream cheese too! So many options!!

[@leticiasantos3159]

Could you make a gingerbread house please? I would be very grateful, love your cookies

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you 🥰 I'll try my best to see if I can make one in time for Christmas!

[@Carol-ck2pg]

Just found your channel and i love it! Subscribed right away. Wondering if you ever work with white chocolate as the frosting. Starbucks makes the most delicious and cute decorated snowman cookie with a white chocolate frosting. I've searched high and low but i can't find a recipe for that kind of cookie frosting. Can you do a video on that type of frosting please, please?

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much ❤ I know exactly what cookie you are talking about and it is so delicious! And yes it's made with chocolate and I believe it's a shortbread cookie, but so really delicious! If I ever figure out a recipe close to it I'll surely make a video ❤

[@Carol-ck2pg]

@@LittleCookieCo Yes, please! Meanwhile, your video has totally inspired me to do some cookie baking and decorating. I love!! the door with the wreath....SO pretty and unique. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yay! I'm so glad you'll give it a try! Best of luck and have fun with it ❤😁

[@job5802]

Hi I have to tell you how things went. I brought a book quite a way back called the bisciteers book of biscuits. I did a recipe from there as its the English version of the USA cookie I suppose. It was OK I didnt get to ice them I just wanted to try them out 1st. Some were a little uneven but I finally started to get better at the end ( typical ) I don't think I will use this recipe again, I'm going to try the one you do. I just hope that your flour is plain flour in England. I think once I have the technique down I will go for the icing. Anyway love this video they look amazing, just thought I'd let you know how things went. Keep up the great vids I really enjoy watching your creativity.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much!! I use regular flour here, its called all purpose flour. Not sure if its the same there as here. I hope it gives you some success! And don't give up on the decorating, its always hard in the beginning but its fun and its ok if its not perfect 😁 best of luck ♥️

[@cherylspencer8707]

@@LittleCookieCo I’m in the UK too. Just to both of you: ‘all purpose’ and ‘plain’ flour(s) are the same! Go forth and bake, Jo! 🤣🤗🤗 xx

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you for your help!! So kind of you 😁🥰

[@job5802]

@@cherylspencer8707 thank you Cheryl 👍😀

[@japonconsazonlorenaiwase2461]

Hi I enjoyed this tutorial! Could you please let me know where I can buy those beautiful Christmas cutters, specially the boots so cute! 🥰 thanks 🙏🏻

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much! Here are the links for the cutters: Stocking - thesweetdesignsshoppe.com/products/chubby-stocking?variant=54840310549 Snowflake - amzn.to/3D7HjkD Hexagon Cutter: amzn.to/3mFFLt8 Fluted Circle Cutter: amzn.to/3wc7Fjm

[@japonconsazonlorenaiwase2461]

@@LittleCookieCo thanks a lot 🙏🏻🥰

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're very welcome!

[@robyt9542]

What is the size of the piping tip you are using in the beginning?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I just use tipless bags so they don't have tips and I cut the hole to the size I need!

[@Lyn4Him]

I haven't done this before but am planning to try for Christmas. I do have a question. You mention letting the outline dry before adding the flood. When you added the berries to the door wreath do you also let it dry before adding the next color? Thanks! And I appreciate this tutorial very much! I'm excited to give it a try :)

[@LittleCookieCo]

I'm so happy you'll give it a try! When you're working with thicker icing you don't necessarily have to let it dry, sometimes if I'm in a rush or just want to get it done I will wait just a bit then do it or if my icing is nice and thick I'll do it right away. But if I can, I try to wait because when it's dry I know it won't ruin the shape. If im doing a set, I'll do all the green leafy parts and then I'll come back and add the berries so they have some time to dry in between.

[@Lyn4Him]

@@LittleCookieCo Thank you! You've really given me the confidence to try!

[@LittleCookieCo]

I know you can do it! Even if it doesn't turn out perfect, it's ok, just have fun and evey time you make them it will get better 😊

[@michellewaltz6971]

I've got the flooding down pretty well, but when I try and add (very simple) details my icing seems way to thick, I'm using outline consistency and can't figure out what I'm doing wrong, detail icy won't smooth out (example: black belt on a Santa Cookie) I use a tipless piping bag, am I not cutting the tip big enough, or do I need to thin out icing. I've watched almost all your video and love them and have learned a ton.

[@LittleCookieCo]

It could be that your icing is too thick, so you may need to thin it down ever so slightly. When you mix it you want it to hold its shape (if you take the spoon out) but if you jiggle the bowl with enough force then you see it melt back into the icing.. another thing is it could be your not adding enough icing to the belt. So in small areas with thicker icing I like to fill that area up nice and thick or high because the more icing you have there the easier it is to smoothe out!

[@michellewaltz6971]

@@LittleCookieCo Thanks a million I'll give it a try!

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're welcome!

[@dra.martinez5275]

Hi little cookie, I am writting to you from Cali Colombia South America. I am MD Diabetologist, but it is imposible not to like cookies for eat or as a gift, you are the best. I need to ask you about buttter emulsion, it is not easy to find it here, can I replace that for something else? or can I prepare it ? thanks for your time, and a big hug from Colombia

[@LittleCookieCo]

Hello! I have visited Colombia before (but have not been to Cali) 🥰 you're country is beautiful! You do no have to use the butter emulsion it is just for flavour, its only my preference. You can use vanilla extract only or you can use whatever flavour you like, lemon, almond etc 😊

[@ZOEMACKENZIE_]

how long do you wait for them to dry before adding onto the cookie?

[@LittleCookieCo]

It depends, I'd you're using a fan or a dehydrator about 30-45 minutes or so. If just air drying on the counter could take up to a couple of hours!

[@ingerhedlund2959]

What's the key to your icing colors not bleeding?

[@LittleCookieCo]

Add white colour to your icing when you make it! No matter what colours it will become, add white to all of it!

[@matthewcarter4992]

may i have a full list of ingredients please and measurements and tools needed for the job

[@LittleCookieCo]

Here are a few videos I have on how to make the cookies and icing and use tipless bags. If you go through my Playlist you can find more info on how to decorate cookies! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaDVfn2OoLCea9E kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmbQh36Qo7mkl8U kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaHTaXeNm7asZtE

[@rosemariefernandes6600]

Do you make yr own cookie cutters or do you buy them?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I always buy them! Some are metal ones and some are from the wilton box of 101 cutters and others I've ordered from people who make 3D cutters! Or sometimes I've also hand cut if I needed a specific shape I don't have !

[@tearyraindrop]

How do i keep the frosting from being sooooo runny? 🥺 and how do you make the cookie dry fast enough? I placed the icing in a bag and without me squeezing the bag it was dripping out. And ive have my cookies drying for 3 days out now and the icing is still wet and breaks to touch … help please 🙏🏻

[@LittleCookieCo]

Hi! There's a couple things wrong as icing shouldn't take more than 8 or so hours to fully dry. If your icing is too runny, then try adding less water next time. A little goes a long way. And if you do put too much, add some more powdered sugar to it. And it probably wasn't drying because it was overmixed or had grease in the bowl or the beaters. Here's my icing, hope this helps you! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmbQh36Qo7mkl8U

[@tearyraindrop]

@@LittleCookieCo hi 😃… oh wow yup i put a whole cup of water and 4lbs of powder sugar… i even added half a bag more of powder sugar and still no change. 🤔 hmmm what does it mean when after a day or two the icing separates the bottom looks oily and the top is pure white ? 😬

[@LittleCookieCo]

It's totally normal for the icing to separate. Usually the more water or thinner the icing is the faster it separates. You can massage it back together if it's still in a piping bag or stir it again. I put my icing in the fridge overnight when I don't use it as it slows down separation.

[@sharonhaynes3815]

Are you using tips on the bags? Also, do you have a piping bag and a flood bag? I want so bad t0 learn this craft

[@LittleCookieCo]

You can learn it!! I started with really limited supplies and no clue how to do this 😁 so its possible! And I use tipless bags, they're so easy to use and no cleanup!! I have this video on tipless bags and have a couple links under the video too for where I get them from kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaHTaXeNm7asZtE

[@sharonhaynes3815]

Thank you. I am going to try a small batch when I get home.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yay! Glad you'll give it a try!

[@sharonhaynes3815]

I tried and yes they kinda turned out. It wont let me post a pic, but I tried. I wanted to get the projector but $$$ so i will try the trace with tissue paper and see if that helps me any. I am far from a artist

[@LittleCookieCo]

It takes a lot of practice so don't be too and on yourself. The hardest step is actually trying and making them, once you do then you know what you want to improve on and can focus on that! The projector is a lot I only bought one after I had sold a bunch of cookie, people were asking me to make them so it just happened I started selling, it was never the plan! But there are other ways as well, I'm not artistic at all, freehanding things is very hard for me so I've tried all the ways to copy things. Here's another way as well I liked to do a lot before a projector kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIbXf6VrZtuSj9U

[@gingerbrave7388]

ginger brave

[@lunalily5310]

I cant get my royal icing to not be tacky. It takes like 3 days to dry! And even then it's still tacky. I've tried 3 different recipes that people swear by and still it won't dry! What am I doing wrong?

[@LittleCookieCo]

Do you live in a really humid place? Do you cover your cookies while they dry or overnight? What is your recipe if you don't mind asking. And are your bowls and beaters completely grease free? Maybe try wiping them down with vinegar to make sure. What brand of colours are you using? Strange that it take so long to dry. This is my recipe and method maybe you can compare and see whats different? kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmbQh36Qo7mkl8U

[@lunalily5310]

@Little Cookie Co I live in South Carolina now. So super humid compared to where I'm from. It was October when I tried this so not a super humid month but still humid. And I didn't cover them. I left them out. I washed the bowl and beater but I can try vinegar. And I used wilton color and Americolor food coloring. And my recipe was 4 cups confectioners sugar. 3 Tablespoons meringue powder. 9-10 Tablespoons room temp water. But I've used others as well. I can try yours if it's different. Just so frustrating. It took about 3 days the last time to be hard.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Oh no that's terrible, there's nothing worse! There are some cookie groups in Facebook, I know some are called anything goes cookies, cookie decorating for beginners and a few others that may pop up when you search those, they always have a lot of help because there's people that go through the same issues. I know some I've read run a dehumidifier but if you don't have one then it's not really helpful. But there maybe some other tips there that may help better. And hopefully you can find your answers. Sorry to not be more of a help!

[@elliesikma3223]

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[@LittleCookieCo]

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[@dagmarlibosvarova9421]

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[@LittleCookieCo]

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[@pauline6106]

I know you are supposed to have two consistency, but from the video it looks like you have always the same piping bag. please, can you confirm that you are using two consistency? Going to try to make some next week :p

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yes! I always use 2 consistencies. I try to mention it when I'm piping which one I use (although sometimes I forget)! 😁 hope you get a chance to make them!! If you watch my how to make royal icing video, at the end of it I show how I make my consistencies

[@pauline6106]

@@LittleCookieCo Thank you !! I'll check again. Most ingredients are not available in my country so I do the egg/sugar one but consistency is not easy to do haha I tried on macarons by making a small quantity but I think it's time to try at least one cookie type.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Consistency is the hardest thing to get right! If its easier using 1 Consistency then that's ok, just do whatever is easiest for you 🥰

[@m.w8451]

I finished to watch your video and ready to ask the same question as Pauline did. Thank you to clarify about the two bags of consistency. Your cookies are beautiful

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you 🥰🥰

[@sugarpop7377]

The problem with those cookies is that after all the work I wouldn't eat them and keep them just for show !

[@LittleCookieCo]

That's why you can make a few of each design! Some you eat and some you can keep 😁