Why You Should Use A PROJECTOR For COOKIES (And How To Set It Up)

[@lakeiba_]

I am an Android user and I have been trying to find out what I needed to use my phone to get images to my projector. You are a life saver.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Oh I'm so happy it helps!! It took me forever to figure it out when I got mine, and especially cause I don't know much about this stuff, but it works so thats all that I needed!!

[@debbyfaucheux2017]

When I bought my projector my phone was not compatible with it. Someone suggested using a flash drive or jump drive and downloading everything you need to it. I plug it into my computer's USB and download everything I need for my project. I also downloaded the Snipping Tool and I use that for snipping anything I want as a design on my cookie. I then download the picture to my flash drive. Now I take my flash drive out of the computer and put it into the USB slot on the right side of my projector. This projects all the images that I have on my flash drive. I can have as many or as few pictures as I need. I bought a few flash drives and I usually delete the pictures once I'm finished with them. I use the other flash drives if I'm working on more than one order at a time. This has been so easy for me. I hope this makes sense and for those that have the projector but your phone is not compatible with it, this is the way to still use the projector. I now have a new phone, but I'm still using the flash drive because I don't want to spend the money on the extra cords I'd need. My son is computer savvy and he has helped me a lot. I tell him what I'm trying to achieve and he tells me how to do that.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Oh that's really great! Your lucky to have your son, I am not very good with technology so it's great to have someone to help you along. Thanks so much for sharing the info!!

[@maribethdouglas1436]

Is there a certain site you use to get your photos from?

[@allisonockunzzi2404]

Thank you! I got my images on fd, but still trying to figure out focusing and changing sizes

[@jamiecloud1897]

If all instructions were this detailed and easy to understand, I would never have any trouble assembling anything!! Sure wish you wrote the instructions for all the world's "easy to assemble" products.

[@LittleCookieCo]

😄😄 thank you!! It took me forever to figure out how to use this thing so I figured it would come in handy for a few people if I did it step by step! I sure could've used it a while ago 😁

[@Malissa7]

Thank you so much for this information. I always knew a projector was used but each time I would ask the specs of the projector, (brand, how to hook it up, etc) the person never would respond as if its top secret. You're amazing!

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're so welcome!! I was hesitant to post it cause I do have issues with it once in a while but I've never tried any other brand so I can't really compare it. But so many have asked to see how its set up and used so I thought it may help!

[@Malissa7]

@@LittleCookieCo It did! A lot of people wouldn't know how to hook it up. Especially knowing that extra cables are needed. Greatly Appreciated 👍

[@LittleCookieCo]

I had a really hard time getting mine setup and knowing what cables to use too and had a hard time finding exactly what I needed and even sometimes forget what goes where if I don't use it for a long time 🤣

[@gregorycumming1871]

Don't sell yourself short!! You are very good with technology!!

[@LittleCookieCo]

aww thank you!! although it sure doesn't feel like it some days hehe

[@joannvavrek5370]

Oh my. What a great video on how to set up the projector. Just got mine in the mail today and is charging. This video was extremely helpful. Thankyou.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yay! Glad you enjoyed it, hope you love the projector!

[@rocknesgirl]

Thank you SO much for making this video! Very informative & extremely helpful visually seeing how everything connects together.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Oh great you found it hehe I just linked it to your other comment 😁

[@rocknesgirl]

You're the best! Thanks again🤍

[@LittleCookieCo]

🥰🥰🥰

[@FlourEggsYeast]

Hi Stephanie! I got this in as well. I feel like I’m buying all these things without any idea how to use them lol so I really appreciate this tutorial

[@LittleCookieCo]

It's so exciting!! It was really hard to figure it out as I'm not a tech person at all, but somehow I did so hoping this helps a lot of people!

[@jimenamolina4974]

Finally I will be able to use my Pico projector. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yay!! Its so hard to set up if you don't know, but once you have it ready and know how to use it, its such an amazing tool to have!

[@barbwood587]

So complicated! Thank you for the detailed tutorial!!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yes very haha it took me a long time to figure it all out at first!

[@MichaelDrozda-qi5uh]

I love this idea of using a projector. Thank you for showing it. I have one question.... where do you find the imagines or fonts for writing on your phone? Is there an app?

[@micheleyork3991]

Thank you so much for this very informative video, I’ve been trying to figure this all out, your video has been uber helpful. THANK YOU. I’ll be ordering a projector today 😃

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're welcome! Keep in mind this set up works for my android phone but not sure if it works with Apple and other ways! There are also other projectors I've linked under the video that I've hear great things about. Just to give you some options!!

[@micheleyork3991]

@@LittleCookieCo thank you! I do have an iPhone and I may try the Akaso projector… you now have a new follower! You’re so helpful 😊

[@LittleCookieCo]

I've heard great things about the Akaso! I was hesitant to do this video because I know its an older projector and there are better ones out there. But people really wante to see the setup and how I prop it on top of my cookies (and I didn't know these things before I started cookies either) so though it would give people an idea.

[@LittleCookieCo]

And thanks for the follow 🥰🥰 appreciate it!

[@msbarbara819]

Thank you

[@queencleo1151]

Hi Stephanie! Thanks so much for your ever so helpful tutorial. I'm at the point where I'm trying to figure out if I'm going to take up cookie decorating to start a home business. I've watched your tutorials for your Cookie and Royal Icing recipes, and I must say, I am in perfect sync with your recipes!!! Much appreciated🌺

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yay!! That's amazing, so happy to hear that. In case you are looking for a projector I have upgraded to one that's much easier to set up, I'll link the video here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZrbZIuFjq-bfZo

[@dellmaralovell6597]

Great instructions! Thank you for sharing all of your knowledge and experience.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much ♥️

[@mozitalinda6115]

Thank you very much for your response so quickly. I did all the configuration on the TV, and it projects well, but it doesn't work for me with the projector, I'll see again from scratch if it works and I'll tell you. Thank you

[@LittleCookieCo]

Ok! Double check all the cords are in the right spot again and make sure the scrensharing is turned on, on your phone. I hated setting it up the first time it took me forever to figure out and I still don't know exactly how I did it

[@lourdesh4girls]

The only thing i can said is thank you so much for this video. Finally I will be able to set it up my projector. I need this so much. Thank you again 💓

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're very welcome! I wish I had this too when I set mine up 😄 figured it would help a few people!

[@madelinemercado6850]

I have apple phone and I am interested in buying this projector, I need to find out with cables , I am learning how to decorate cookies and LOVE and need help decorating , LOL THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING ♥️ also thanks again for explaining how it works

[@LittleCookieCo]

I've upgraded to this one not too long ago, and it's so much easier to set up cause you can connect it wireless to your phone! I show how I do it with a Samsung, but I'm sure it's quite similar for an iPhone! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqvWnKWMhM6Zpsk

[@madelinemercado6850]

Thank you , what apps do you use to trace cookie designs ? HELP

[@LittleCookieCo]

For fonts I primarily use dafont.com and for pictures sometimes I'll Google images or even coloring pages sometimes (if I need a simplified picture), or invitations or really anything else you can take a picture with on your phone!! Sometimes I'll snap pics of patters on tea towels or my kids clothes as well!

[@gladyshenry6338]

Thank you for this video .!! I have an issue with mine sometimes the picture fiend fit right on my cookie is even too shiny and long if I turn the photo is wait to wide and short maybe I didn’t set up right I don t know how to Jane right otherwise I love it it has helped me a lot .! Thanks again

[@LittleCookieCo]

If you have instagram, this is a really easy way to resize a picture if it's too big or too small. I find its much quicker than an editing ap! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqGndI2QptVqetU

[@mozitalinda6115]

I'm glad for you that it turned out what it is for me it doesn't project on the phone or on the television, much less on the projector on the projector Nothing happens I can't see anything on television I can only watch KZbin but I can't project my phone so I'm very sad because I bought it for that and I can't use it

[@LittleCookieCo]

So sorry it's not working for you. You can try and call them to troubleshoot the issue or see if you can return it. Or there are lots of cookie Facebook groups as well that have these projectors that may be able to help you

[@kathyhunter29]

Thank you. I now know how you do that and have also figured out what a Chromecast does.

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're welcome!! When I first got it, it was so confusing to me so glad this helps!

[@DarlitaStephens]

Thank you so much for posting this information. It's very helpful.

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're welcome!!

[@gladysprentice9637]

Hi, are you still using the same proyector,,,?

[@alessandradimaggio2849]

Ciao, ti seguo dall’Italia! Grazie mille!!

[@LittleCookieCo]

🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@tbakes1371]

The did you get the image from your photo gallery? I want to use the "baby" word image but not sure where to get it

[@claudushkapop4076]

I was in doubt...but thank u sooooo much for sharing ❤💖

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're welcome! Make sure you look at reviews of others too. I wanted to share mine because lots of people as for it but it has its issues too. So I've also linked a couple of other projectors in the description for people to have options!

[@gabrielncali8999]

Nailed it! Again! Great video! Even though I have a iPhone and different projector this is all still relevant! Thank you!!!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Aww I'm so happy to hear that, thank you 🥰

[@rosemarygallegos0537]

do you sell like a bundle for baking, like tools and piping bags and such?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I don't have a bundle unfortunately. I try to include links below my videos of the products I get off of amazon though and try to mention what I use in each video.

[@kimberlyeaton7951]

Hi! Thanks for this video. I bought the projector a couple months ago and love it. I do have one issue though, and hoped you would have mentioned it. My hand seems to block the image all the time. I also have the same stand, so not sure how to avoid that? Any solutions?

[@LittleCookieCo]

It's hard to keep your hand out of the way. I try to tilt the bag at an angle so that I don't block it. sometimes it does block it but I pipe blind for a touch until I can see it again. I have this tutorial and it shows how I tilt the bag and try to push the icing out of the bag instead of pull it when I can't see. m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZfQpoemja-rY6s

[@maribethdouglas1436]

Hi. Great video! Is there a certain site you use to download your wording and pictures?? I have this projector on the way and hope I don’t have any of the issues you mentioned! Looking forward to trying it out.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Hope the projector is working good for you! I usually use dafont.com for my fonts!

[@rawanaljehani9254]

Does any kind of projector could work?

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yes, I would imagine so! A small one helps so that you have a small image and easy to place over your cookie but I guess you could really make any one work for you

[@lakeiba_]

Hello. I need to get the HDMI converter piece to connect to my projector but the link above is not working. I want to make sure I get the right one. Could you help

[@LittleCookieCo]

Try this one out www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B089GLR6P6/ref=dp_ob_neva_mobile

[@lakeiba_]

Thank you. Im ordering now

[@kerrieds]

Great tutorial! How do you keep the cookie from moving/sliding??

[@LittleCookieCo]

I usually cut a square of shelf liner like I've linked below... I don't always show it in my videos for esthetic reasons cause mine are all full of colour and icing now, but it is this here amzn.to/3H3SNsf

[@shainavanhoose3953]

I'm an android user as well and I just got this projector I last week. I was planning to use my laptop (HP) with the projector so my phone isn't tied up. Do you know if I will need to buy the Google Chrome cast for that as well

[@LittleCookieCo]

I'm not 100% sure, I think because you would hook it up directly to the laptop I dont think you need it, but again not sure. If you look into some Facebook groups like anything goes cookies or cookie decorating for beginners they may have some posts in there about laptops and projectors or you can ask and many are really helpful!

[@francesvr]

You don’t need a chrome cast with a pc that has an HDMI cord

[@rawasen4967]

Thank you for this video ' What is the name of the device?

[@LittleCookieCo]

Hi! I actually just got the newer version of this projector and it's much easier to set up and use. I have a video on it here it's called the Aaxa P8 Mini Projector kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZrbZIuFjq-bfZo

[@michellebowen6037]

Can I use my laptop with this projector or do I have to use a phone?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I know there are people that do, I don't have a laptop so I don't know which cables or how exaclty you'd connect it.

[@mozitalinda6115]

Hello, I am writing to you from Chile. I love how you explain. the truth I did everything you say and the projector shows only the chromecast logo at first and then nothing. when i open the goigle home app, and try to stream, it doesn't. I'm desperate, I can't get it to work, I don't understand what I should do with the recently purchased chromecast. What are the first steps before connecting it to the projector? please help!!😞

[@LittleCookieCo]

I remember the first time I set it up I had to plug the chrome cast to my TV to set up an account or something like that. Then once I had that I could download the app on my phone and connect to it that way. Try doing that to see if that works. And also make sure you turn on your screens share on your phone when you are trying to connect to the projector.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Also, I found this video, maybe that will be helpful to set it up on the TV?! I hope it helps kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYnCpYuQi9OJbqc

[@Sarafey.jpVlogs]

Hi. Im not a baker but was wondering like if i have an outline for sailormoon can i do same thing on cards or is it not good .

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yeah you definitely could! It would work on anything really, not just cookies! I have an updated version of that projector about 6 or 6 videos back!

[@dupreebright6567]

Did your Google Chromecast come with an Ethernet adapter or did you buy it separately? I'm wondering if that's why my whole set up won't work. Because the one that I brought has an antenna not a plug cord. Please let me know. Thanks.

[@LittleCookieCo]

I'm so sorry I don't know what an ethernet adapter is, so I'm assuming I don't have one

[@dupreebright6567]

You show your android plug cord, (the white one), then you showed a (black one) that looked like it was connected to the chromecast. Did your Chromecast come with a plug in cord?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I know I had to buy an extra cord, it was something like a mini to micro USB cord or something along those lines. I should have all the cords in the description below the video. It was so many years ago now I've forgotten what it was. But the chromecast came with a cord too I believe, but it doesn't fit into the projector so I needed to get a separate one.

[@SuperFrida83]

Potresti mettere il link del proiettore???

[@LittleCookieCo]

Here you go, this is an affiliate link of mine that I may make a small commission but at no extra cost to you amzn.to/3JkXaRz

[@AAXAtech]

Great how-to video. Love your setup, thanks for sharing!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thanks ♥️

[@angelicagamboa299]

Hello. I'm a bit confused😟. Once you turn on the projector what screen is it that you're looking at when you're finishing setting up??

[@LittleCookieCo]

Hi! I select the USB on the projector and then it displays what's on my screen

[@angelicagamboa299]

Thank you for responding! ☺ One last thing, if I don't have home internet/Wi-Fi can I connect the projector to my Wi-Fi hot spot on my phone or does it have to be connected with home internet?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I think it can connect to any internet, I would assume but not 100% sure. I have the chrome cast app on my phone and the projector has the chrome cast plugged into it so I'd imagine as long as your phone and your chromecast is connected it would woke!

[@patriciacastruita3267]

You are amazing! Thank you for the detailed instructions!

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're very welcome 🥰

[@TechnoWiz-hyd]

Is this product is for cookie show?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I use this to decorate my cookies!

[@jennaelarison6034]

I am not at all technical savvy. I am trying to get my phone and chromecast set up. I downloaded google home and cannot figure out what to do??

[@LittleCookieCo]

It has been a long time since I've set it up, but I think I had to plug it into my tv to set it up and then it worked when I switched it to my projector!

[@francesvr]

Hi. I’m a big fan!!! I have my computer hooked up directly right now because my iPhone isn’t connecting like Apple products are incompatible but my question is how do you resize an image? I have to use a very tall stand to make my projection as large as I can and it still isn’t large enough really. I’ve zoomed in on an image on my pc but same problem. Thanks in advance for your help!

[@LittleCookieCo]

For images I have a really hard time resizing or getting them landscape/portrait the right way and size is difficult, I use this cause I find its so quick to do (link below but this is for my phone) I know you can't do this on your laptop, but it's a good quick hack to know and you could send the picture to your laptop. Also, for your PC, try searching if you have a tool called "snipping tool" it allows you to cut and make a screnshot the size you need it! If you paste in Word you could resize and cut and resize as needed! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqGndI2QptVqetU

[@francesvr]

@@LittleCookieCo thank you! You’re awesome

[@LittleCookieCo]

Aww thanks! Right back at you!!

[@rebecacolmenares7307]

Is this projector not compatible with IPhones???

[@LittleCookieCo]

It is but you need different cables. I'm not sure which ones. If you search cookie groups on Facebook there's lots of info there about it!

[@Jess_Smith0903]

What program do you use to cast the photos on to the cookie? If I just open it on my gallery, I can’t just move the photo around like you did in the video. Also; I bought this stand but it just seemed like I needed it to go up higher than what’s capable of doing. I needed a tiny portion of a picture to be blown up, because that’s what was going to be on the cookie and therefore I needed the projector to be further away from my counter, if that makes sense. I don’t know if there it another way to do that but the stand wasn’t helpful in that aspect. 😕

[@LittleCookieCo]

I usually just cast screen from my phone and it reflects what's on my phone screen. I've never had issues with the stand being too short, you can make I taller by extending it but normally that's more than enough. I usually just zoom in on the picture on my phone to the right size and if I can't get it, I'll go to instagram stories and then zoom in or move the picture how I need and then screenshot it from there, that usually is the quickest way!

[@gerrymontgomery7118]

@Little Cookie Co are you still using this projector?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I've recently upgraded to this projector! It's very easy to use as you can wirelessly connect it! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZrbZIuFjq-bfZo

[@beckycheramie1173]

Thank you so much for this video. It has been very helpful.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Happy it helps 🥰

[@descubreloaqui9301]

Oh deaaaaar!😱😱😱😱 thanksss 4 sharing it!!! I love u so much

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're very welcome ❤️

[@angelicagamboa299]

Is there a way to reboot the projector? It's connected to my phone and WiFi and Bluetooth is on but it doesn't cast screen

[@LittleCookieCo]

I sometimes disocnnect it from my phone/chromecast and then turn it off and on. I'm not sure if there is a small reset button but usually if I do that a couple times it works again

[@marthamurray7470]

so I need to get a Chromecast device to use to get images?

[@LittleCookieCo]

They've come out with a new updated projector that is so much easier to connect, check it out here! And I'm also doing a giveaway for one on my instagram that will end Friday at 9pm! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqvWnKWMhM6Zpsk

[@lorieschroeder3999]

Where can one get lettering or images for character cookies

[@LittleCookieCo]

You can use websites like dafont.com, fonts fontsquirrel or websites like that or Google certain themes/words and look under images.

[@maisarahkhair892]

Brilliant idea ♥️♥️🥳🥳

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@dominiquebarrette4942]

Omg thank you I was just looking for one

[@LittleCookieCo]

Perfect timing 🥰🥰

[@rosemarygallegos0537]

what’s the price?

[@dominiquebarrette4942]

@@LittleCookieCo 🤍🤍

[@LittleCookieCo]

This one goes for around $200 when I bought it (but thats Canadian) so may be cheaper if you're buying in the US

[@KekkonenInJapan]

This is so cool! I wish I was good enough with dedorating cookies to use this. One day maybe :)

[@LittleCookieCo]

I know you are good enough, and to be honest the projector makes me that much better 😁 I wouldn't be able to do half of my cookies without it!

[@gigilabrador8189]

What is the name of that stand?

[@LittleCookieCo]

It's linked below the video in the description

[@swainsantiquereplicasswain4758]

How do you invert the image

[@LittleCookieCo]

I believe I show that in the beginning of the video, after I turn it on!

[@bemjoailaz]

Woow!! So smart! Thanks for sharing your secret!🥰

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're welcome!!

[@shallysimsl]

Thank you for sharing ❤️ it really is insightful....

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you 🥰

[@jazjaybebe9729]

Great video thanks for sharing 😊

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you 🥰

[@gracielou48]

I set mine up with my iPhone and I am getting no signal

[@oliviamonica1987]

thank you so much! this is so helpful!

[@LittleCookieCo]

🥰🥰🥰

[@dupreebright6567]

I'm very frustrated. I can't get this stupid thing to work. Is it because my Chromecast came with a plug? I don't know but I'm ready to throw the whole thing out the window or go to Target for their tech support. Please help!

[@LittleCookieCo]

To be honest I'm not so sure. I had a really tough time figuring it out and that's the only way I know to make it work. I've since upgraded, they have a wireless version of this now and it's literally 2 seconds and you can connect it to your phone. Way less headachd now!

[@dupreebright6567]

Thank you for your reply.

[@maryfa4254]

For you to not be computer Sammy you didn't excellent job and explaining the set up.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much!! It took a lot of research to get it done, but thankfully there is an updated model that is way easier to set up and doesn't require any special cables and apps 😁

[@mariahutter7081]

This is AWESOME Thank you sooooo mucho❤️💕

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're very welcome 🥰🥰

[@mozitalinda6115]

I have done everything and nothing happens. what do you mean shared mode?🙁

[@LittleCookieCo]

On my phone I have to enable something called smart view, then it allows the chromecast to find my phone

[@loonebin8019]

So helpful and I've had my pico projector for years...lol!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Haha have you used it yet? I hate that its so complicated to set up! I had to take pictures of the setup so I could remember what goes where before haha

[@loonebin8019]

@@LittleCookieCo Lol, I have used it but I connect it directly to my laptop, couldn't figure out how to do it with my Samsung tablet. Don't get me started on that darn focus dial, it never stays put...UGH! Your tips, tricks, and instructions are definitely helpful though and much appreciated, even for us "seasoned" pico users, lol.

[@LittleCookieCo]

I've heard complaints about the focus dial but never had issues until the moment we filmed that specific thing 🤦‍♀️and it just wouldn't stay i was so frustrated!! I know people said they've taped it haha. I might have to do that!

[@loonebin8019]

@@LittleCookieCoHaha, it was bound to happen sooner or later. I also use a little piece of tape, it's not perfect but it helps a bit. There are definitely a few elements that could use some improvement but for the way I use it, as a hobby decorator, it gets the job done.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Same here!! It gets the job done and I'm too cheap to buy a better one while this one still works 🤣

[@swscott10]

What are your go to sites for fonts, etc to project onto cookies?

[@LittleCookieCo]

Dafont.com is a great one, sometimes I'll google words as well and look under image, myfonts.com and Microsoft Word

[@swscott10]

Thank you!

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're welcome! I think I have the links in this video (in the description)! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZfQpoemja-rY6s

[@jacquer]

I use Chromecasts for everything, I don't know why I didn't think about using it with my projector. 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@LittleCookieCo]

Its so funny cause I had no idea what it was at fist only that it would make my projector work and then I found out I could use it on my TV too!! Too funny

[@rebecacolmenares7307]

Do I need a chromecasts to use an iPhone

[@LittleCookieCo]

I'm not sure if they're compatible with iPhone

[@lyshunalexander4513]

are you Canadian

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yes I am!

[@cakesbyandreagonzalez6708]

How did u know

[@KimArruda-n2q]

THIS IS THE WORST PROJECTOR U HAVE TO SET UP A CHROME NO IDEA HOW TO DO THAT THIS WAS THE WORST THING I HAVE EVER BOUGHT

[@LittleCookieCo]

I agree it's not a very good projector, but unfortunately at the time it was what was available at the time and a lot of cookiers had this projector. Once you learn how to set it up, it's great. But they have a new updated wireless version which is amazing kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqvWnKWMhM6Zpsk

[@jessquinn6106]

So sad that people need stupid technology like this to decorate cookies. What a waste of talent.

[@LittleCookieCo]

It's only a tool to help do certain things in cookie decorating. It's not a necessity but it's a great help. Just like anything else in life!