"Thank You" Prettier Plaques Stenciled Cookie

I’m back this week with another of my Prettier Plaques stenciled cookies using what I think is my new all-time favorite stencil set - “Thank You”! In addition to showing you how to use this set, I demonstrate the concept of “conscious color commingling”. (LOL, say that three times fast!) By this, I mean purposeful overspraying beyond stencil boundaries to encourage the blending of neighboring colors. Overspray creates unexpected shades where colors overlap, especially when using water-based colorings, and results in a more natural and nuanced look, particularly in stencils with organic designs. I also show how to extend this concept onto wafer paper to make dainty butterfly embellishments for use on cookies, cupcakes, and even cakes!
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[@jillinformed]

Your videos fill my OCD with delight! Your perfect, precise detailing, your teeny, tiny beadwork, the amount of time and effort that goes into a single cookie...I could watch these videos forever!

[@s44577]

Thank you Julia for continuing to share and inspire! Your work is AMAZING!

[@lisaserrano2714]

Every time you make something is really a wonderful idea ... The master of decorating ... You are the best.... I follow you always thanks you have a lot to teach and I have a lot to learn from you thanks

[@reubenlemn1402]

Amazing, the attention to detail and technique is what makes your videos so enjoyable. Love your chocolate videos 🍫

[@MaryAnnVanMeter]

Julia, I truly love your videos. And I must tell you that just when I thought the amazing artist you are could not get any better, you out do yourself! Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent with us!

[@jessicadonnelly1850]

I was 18 when i first saw your videos, after watching for 2 years I finally have the time and funds to start buying some equipment and try it out. I am so excited to see how I go :)

[@gusc4760]

Queen of cookies! You are lovely!

[@starrsarrazin9477]

Hello Julia. Just love this cookie!! Am looking forward to the release of your airbrush!! I have never stenciled a cookie but am looking forward to trying it!! I really love all of your videos as I learn so much from then!! Thank you!!

[@marlenewolfaardt5607]

Oh..my...word they are so beautiful

[@thecakemistress9149]

I can't believe how beautiful these cookies are! Love this technique :)

[@Frontdesk_tragedy]

I am in school for pastry chef and you are my actual inspiration and aspiration.

[@wolfferoni]

Such detailed, amazing work

[@jenniferstaley3851]

This is so beautiful you are very talented. I can't wait to make these.

[@biancak7920]

I want to thank you for all your knowledge and videos. I've learned alot. Much love ❤

[@karlauruchurtu]

Gorgeous!!!! 😍

[@libertypitt4117]

Beautiful xx

[@rebeccasewing]

Julia, Do you think a stencil with a house scene on it would sell? It could be decorated for any holiday depending on the choice and placement of colors. Just a thought in case you need inspiration. Ha, I bet you have a slew of ideas running around in that busy brain of yours, and as usual, I look forward to seeing what you have up your sleeve. I'm in your stencil of the month club so if you surprise me with a charming house stencil in your prettier plaques series I won't be disappointed when my surprise comes in the mail.

[@rebeccasewing]

I didn't join at the start, but I'm assuming all of the prettier plaque sets on the "Couture Confections" site have been part of the "Stencil of the Month." If I purchase anything on the site at this point, I don't have to worry about it showing up in my mailbox at a later date, right? By the way do you have an artist that helps you with the designs or do you design them all yourself? The artwork is so lovely and very tasteful.

[@rebeccasewing]

I figured as much but wanted to verify. I'm sure you and she enjoy working out the designs. Looking forward to what's coming next.

[@irmaroman5192]

Beautiful always I'm waiting for the airbrush

[@irmaroman5192]

Julia M Usher yes because I haven't used my stencils yet

[@irmaroman5192]

Julia M Usher no problem

[@katywuste9054]

The stencils are delightful but p&p to the uk is as much as the stencils and puts them out of my price range. I do love the videos though and look forward to the next ones

[@katywuste9054]

Julia M Usher thanks for this, I'm really excited to buy the whole range because they are all spectacular. Thanks again

[@virginiabuckles]

Wow!!!! 😲

[@JuliaMUsher]

:) Thanks!

[@bolisdalva6263]

hermosas

[@kaoutarvbbhh9502]

👏👏👏👏👏😍😍😍😍💞

[@BostonBorn]

I’m gonna need an airbrush 🎨🖌🌬