Valentine's Day Collage Cookie - Using Julia's Dynamic Duos Stencil Sets

Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays, and, if you’ve been following my videos over the years, you know that I also like all things vintage and repurposed. There’s something about an eclectic, time-worn look that exudes the romance of bygone eras! And so, in this video, I’ll be giving a Valentine’s cookie one such vintage look, all with the help of some modern-day decorating tools - my new Dynamic Duos™ stencil sets!
In addition to showing you how to use my Dynamic Duos™ sets straight up, simply airbrushed with no embellishments, I’m going to show you four other techniques to turn these cookies into vintage-style edible collages. Those techniques include: (1) stamped wafer paper postage stamps, (2) 3-D stenciled and airbrushed wafer paper mums, (3) gilded modeling chocolate ribbons, and (4) stamping directly on the cookie.
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How to Make Fondant (or Modeling Chocolate) Ribbons and Bows: • How to Make Ribbon Dec...
RELATED TOOLS:
My “Chrysanthemum" Dynamic Duos™ Background Stencil Set: tinyurl.com/y7w5vhfs
My “Love Letters” Dynamic Duos™ Message and Frame Stencil Set: tinyurl.com/yd5vfq94
My “Save the Date” Prettier Plaques™ Stencil Set: tinyurl.com/y8rcg46u
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Airbrush Colorings: tinyurl.com/ydy36m7r
Plain Wafer Paper: tinyurl.com/yb4wt2yw
Postage Stamp and Travel-Themed Rubber Stamps: tinyurl.com/ybkq78x7 and
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Handwriting Rubber Stamp: tinyurl.com/y9pv7k6d (Note: This is not the stamp I used in the video, but I think it’s even prettier!)
Uninked Foam Stamp Pad: tinyurl.com/ycc6nzdr
PME Bronze Luster Spray: tinyurl.com/yb2brggc
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CREDITS:
Music by: Kevin MacLeod, www.incompetech.com
Videography/Editing by: Joe Baran, Workingman's Film, www.workingmansfilm.com

[@lesleywormald6467]

I acquired this set (plus quite a few others - they are addictive once you start stencilling). I was surprised, for a not very experienced cookie decorator, how much easier these stencils are to use than I first imagined. The effect is stunning. Your video really helped to make the process simple and the masking pieces make it so easy to create the required design. Considering the number of pieces in the set, the cost is very reasonable and the template plastic both sturdy and flexible. Thank you - I am getting all sorts of Oohs and Aahs for my cookies with very little work.

[@rdnnews]

Ah, a woman after my own heart, I just adore vintage We maybe kindred spirits after all, Thank you, Miss Julia

[@uujerri5728]

Julia, both you, your work and presentation was never more lovely...

[@auntiescakery]

My goodness your work is beautiful! 3 years ago I discovered your channel. You helped inspire me to start decorating cookies and I continue to enjoy and learn from you. Thank you Julia! !!

[@fairfaxcountyweekly8164]

ALWAYS wonderful things coming from Julia!

[@daneekaplan4284]

Being that mixed media on paper is my art of choice I adore this project. Seeing how you have interpreted this in sugar is incredible.

[@shieldsfamily3709]

So glad your back to decorating your cookies, love your work.

[@jsullinger2801]

Your Missouri Fan loves these amazing cookies!

[@ThePaperCastle]

Absolutely gorgeous!! I love watching you use the same techniques that I use in cardmaking and mixed media and adapting them to cookies! TFS, Heather

[@jillpritchard6037]

What a Beautiful Cookie Set. I think I might be devastated if someone were to EAT it being so gorgeous. Way to Beautiful to ever eat! Great Job Julia!

[@shuggaraecreation2009]

Julia Wow! I can always count on for inspiration. Thank you for sharing.

[@misspty1]

Absolutely spectacular!!!! God Bless You!

[@amym7825]

Exquisite! I’ve been waiting anxiously. So happy to see this. 💝

[@lindakemer4950]

So stunningly beautiful!

[@Soulkreed]

This looks amazing! Cannot be patient to look at a lot more like this. Great job.

[@cherylburke52]

I absolutely love your designs! Thank you!

[@starrsarrazin9477]

Hello Julia. Was so happy to see this video as this was the stencil set I received! It's absolutely beautiful and I can't wait to try it for my future daughter in law's shower which is next month!! Thanks for sharing all of your tips!! Happy Baking!! 😊

[@jenniferwinston7842]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@Nettkin]

I am speechless. Immaculate work. X

[@m.c.5124]

So you’re a genius lady! You’re a paper crafter who loves to eat her paper😂. Thanks so much for sharing your talents. Waiting anxiously for the air brush lady!! MC

[@yolandadejager2057]

Kayla

[@marthavillarreal8600]

Eres una artista.

[@maryannecross2379]

Stunning 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@WhiTiger]

This is amazing. Love the new set!

[@fondamexicana]

Galletas hermosas!! Gracias por compartir

[@blubot7944]

i wish i could make these with you julia!!! so fun

[@hmbolosecia6973]

Parabéns.. como sempre você é demais nos teus trabalhos, tudo feito com muito amor e dedicação👏👏👏👏👏👏😘😙

[@user-rf2it9uv2p]

Благодарю 💖

[@ellaconner9452]

Julia they are all beautiful! The colors r so pretty.

[@ellaconner9452]

Julia M Usher you’re up late! I’m on the west coast.

[@ellaconner9452]

Oh yes, I do remember reading about that! Have fun Julia and enjoy the sweet life 😉💖. Good. It’s to you .

[@whcmckee66]

Wish I were half as creative as you. I see the link to the stencils, but was wondering where I can find the cookie cutters, both the plaque and heart. Thanks

[@cherylburke52]

Question: What brand when using tipless bags, do you use?

[@deweyduck2523]

I dont have the airbrush tool.. can i just paint over a stencil ??

[@msdramaqueen143]

Can you please provide the link for the airbrush that you use !

[@lindakemer4950]

I noticed you upgraded your air brush to a larger size. Where can I find that one, and who makes it?

[@lindakemer4950]

I guess I was referring to the smaller Badger airbrush used in the Valentine stencil ‘I’m Yours’ video about a year ago.

[@msdramaqueen143]

Julia M Usher the ones in your videos are metal and the ones on the site look like plastic. Could you please provide details. 😊

[@alyonaradzhabova5043]

Beautiful as always! Thank you. You look little different... I hope everything is ok. You are the best sweets decorated I have ever seen. I wish you all the best. God's blessings.

[@alyonaradzhabova5043]

I'm so sorry if my words sounds like that! You look great, you are pretty woman, you just look different. I'm sorry.

[@kaoutarvbbhh9502]

👏👏👏👏👏😍😍😍😍😍👍👍👍👍💞💞💞

[@madddoggmakotrance2702]

What is the link for your airbrush?

[@madddoggmakotrance2702]

Julia M Usher That would explain why I don’t see it, haha. Thank you for always responding. I will definitely be signing up for your dynamic duos stencils. I have joined cookie connections also. Love them both! Is there an airbrush that you recommend since yours is no longer an option?

[@janvloggaa4920]

Absolutely beautiful!