Each year for my husband's birthday I try do to something extra special by making a Russian dessert. Last year I made kartoshkas (Картошка) which were a huge hit. When we visit the Dallas area we make a stop at the Euro Delicatessen so my husband can pick up Russian treats we can't find near … [Read more...]
Plush Matryoshka Doll Tutorial
Remember how I used matryoshkas (Russian nesting dolls) to decorate my mixer? Well, I found another adorable matryoshka shape and just had to use it for something fun. Isn't she darling? I'm happy I went with the black glitter heat transfer material for her beautiful design. Not only does it … [Read more...]
Russian Kartoshka (Картошка)
When I asked my husband what dessert he wanted me to make him for his birthday I already knew what it was going to be, kartoshkas. You should have seen how excited he was when I agreed. Apparently this was one of his favorite treats when he was growing up in Russia. Kartoshka (Картошка), which … [Read more...]