Looks can be deceiving

I have gone far too long without posting! I've been busy with work and life, and unfortunately that hasn't included much craftiness.

I finally have something really fun to share: Chinese food Cupcakes! I got this wonderful book called What's New Cupcake? from my boyfriend's mother as a Christmas gift. She is throwing a small birthday party tonight, and I offered to make the cupcakes.

The directions and photos were very easy to follow. The broccoli is made from Tootsie Fruit Chews with some icing and sprinkles. They were so simple to make, and look pretty real! The Fortune cookies are made out of Caramels. I love that the book doesn't use fondant, which I personally think tastes terrible. I also purchased Chinese Food Containers from Michaels, and wooden dowels for chopsticks.