http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 12:02:49 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Chocolate-Truffles/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/JJJC/GMX1QMXY/F7RJJJCGMX1QMXY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/JJJC/GMX1QMXY/F7RJJJCGMX1QMXY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/JJJC/GMX1QMXY/F7RJJJCGMX1QMXY.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo "Easy Chocolate Truffles" is a collection of amazing candy truffle recipes that are sure to impress.  From basic chocolate-chocolate truffles, to the more adventurous key lime pie truffles, and even truffles that look like mushrooms and beetles, you'll find no end to truffle-making madness!  Start w...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2011 16:40:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Key-Lime-Pie-Candies/
Key Lime Pie Candies - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSX/HMIB/GL4Z4BO3/FSXHMIBGL4Z4BO3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSX/HMIB/GL4Z4BO3/FSXHMIBGL4Z4BO3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSX/HMIB/GL4Z4BO3/FSXHMIBGL4Z4BO3.SMALL.jpg wanamoka A delicious key lime gelee, covered with white chocolate and a praline graham cracker crust. Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup whipping cream 2 Tbsp butter 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 2 cups of Key Lime Juice 2 Tbsp of Pectin ( Sure Jell ) 8 Tbsp of Agar Agar 2 cups sugar 1 ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Mar 2011 00:00:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Copycat-Candy-Recipes/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUD/K2G9/GNNHL8XQ/FUDK2G9GNNHL8XQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUD/K2G9/GNNHL8XQ/FUDK2G9GNNHL8XQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUD/K2G9/GNNHL8XQ/FUDK2G9GNNHL8XQ.SMALL.jpg Carleyy "Copycat Candy Recipes" is your backstage pass to famous brand-name candies!  You've grown up eating these classic brand name candies, now you can recreate them at home.  These Copycat Candy Recipes are sure to be just as good as the originals - if not better!!  All recipes come from Instructables.c...
By: Carleyy

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 May 2011 15:37:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Harry-Potters-Sweets-Treats/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/NAJY/GMX1QMY1/FJDNAJYGMX1QMY1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/NAJY/GMX1QMY1/FJDNAJYGMX1QMY1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/NAJY/GMX1QMY1/FJDNAJYGMX1QMY1.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Inspired by the mischievous sweets in the Harry Potter series, "Harry Potter's Sweets & Treats" is a collection of unique candy recipes.  From  Chocolate Frogs to Puking Pastilles, you're sure to find recipes to delight wizards and muggles alike!  Each recipe comes from Instructables.com, contains s...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 May 2011 15:37:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Candy/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/Z4V4/GN1I6JUL/FZEZ4V4GN1I6JUL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/Z4V4/GN1I6JUL/FZEZ4V4GN1I6JUL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZE/Z4V4/GN1I6JUL/FZEZ4V4GN1I6JUL.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo "Homemade Candy" is a collection of irresistible candy recipes you can make yourself!  From chewy caramels to crunchy toffees and sweet marshmallows and hard candies, you can learn how to make candy in your own home.  And if you like these recipes, check out our other ebooks including "Copycat Candy...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2011 16:30:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Perfect-Peanut-Butter-Cups/
How to Make Perfect Peanut Butter Cups - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/4110/GZCITSNZ/FR94110GZCITSNZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/4110/GZCITSNZ/FR94110GZCITSNZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/4110/GZCITSNZ/FR94110GZCITSNZ.SMALL.jpg fozzy13 It's a fact of life that practically everyone on the planet loves peanut butter cups.  As a result, I have been looking recipes that create the perfect peanut butter cups.  Many recipes that I have seen use a ton of powdered sugar, or graham cracker crumbs, none of which I believe would go into maki...
By: fozzy13

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 12:37:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Coconut-Cream-Truffles/
Coconut Cream Truffles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/8562/GL4Z6BWY/FGQ8562GL4Z6BWY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/8562/GL4Z6BWY/FGQ8562GL4Z6BWY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGQ/8562/GL4Z6BWY/FGQ8562GL4Z6BWY.SMALL.jpg Short One At last, a simple recipe that can make multiple flavors of candy with little to no hassle. One batch of coconut creams can produce several different flavors, it all depends on what you want to do. On average, this recipe makes about 11 dozen richly sweet truffles, enough to last a little while at le...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Mar 2011 03:17:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Classic-Hard-Candy-Chews/
Classic Hard Candy Chews - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/P62S/GL4Z4J69/FEXP62SGL4Z4J69.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/P62S/GL4Z4J69/FEXP62SGL4Z4J69.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEX/P62S/GL4Z4J69/FEXP62SGL4Z4J69.SMALL.jpg jen7714 What's your favorite candy? Whether if it's chocolate-y goodness or fruity explosions, everyone loves candy. I always wanted to try to make my own. I mean what better than picking your own flavors and colors and sharing it with everyone you know. I love gummies  but hard candy also holds a special p...
By: jen7714

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Mar 2011 19:28:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hack-Double-Boiler/
Hack: Double Boiler - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/LM8J/H231Z65M/F95LM8JH231Z65M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/LM8J/H231Z65M/F95LM8JH231Z65M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F95/LM8J/H231Z65M/F95LM8JH231Z65M.SMALL.jpg michelejames How to use kitchen equipment you already own to make a double boiler, rather than buying an extra kitchen tool. What Does It Do? A double boiler is used to melt something like chocolate that is too delicate to be melted directly over a flame. They can be quite expensive but are easy to make using...
By: michelejames

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 19:00:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Peanut-Brittle-Chemistry-Lab/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS5/87QJ/H1Y08XBD/FS587QJH1Y08XBD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS5/87QJ/H1Y08XBD/FS587QJH1Y08XBD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS5/87QJ/H1Y08XBD/FS587QJH1Y08XBD.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo In my high school Chemistry class, we conducted an experiment called Foamed Saccharides with Protein Inclusions.  It left such a positive impression on me that mumblemumble years later, I still remember it. This lab combined the best of food and science for me.  I tightened my precision in the chem...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 16:59:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/RAW-SUNBUTTER-CUPS-peanut-tree-nut-free/
RAW SUNBUTTER CUPS (peanut & tree nut free) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/BGE6/H1PITA98/FQ7BGE6H1PITA98.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/BGE6/H1PITA98/FQ7BGE6H1PITA98.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/BGE6/H1PITA98/FQ7BGE6H1PITA98.SMALL.jpg lmnopeas Nut allergies are a big concern for a large part of the population, to the point where they are even being banned from grade school's & pre-schools.  Inspired by Rawified's Raw Peanut Butter cups, I wanted to create a similar confection that is not only delicious, but perfectly edible by people with...
By: lmnopeas

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 16:05:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Candy-Chromatography/
Candy Chromatography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/40EG/H1KHAUFU/FZ640EGH1KHAUFU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/40EG/H1KHAUFU/FZ640EGH1KHAUFU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/40EG/H1KHAUFU/FZ640EGH1KHAUFU.SMALL.jpg ectadie Candy chromatography is a fun and easy project to learn more about the dyes used in the candy we love to eat! I used Skittles, but it is possible to use M&Ms, or many other types of food-- spinach leaves work well, too! Materials: -Skittles -Coffee filter -Pencil -Aluminum foil -Salt -Water -Tooth ...
By: ectadie

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 May 2012 11:44:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sugar-Daddy-homemade-Pretzels/
"Sugar Daddy" homemade Pretzels - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/AR1X/GKQ39BO1/FU8AR1XGKQ39BO1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/AR1X/GKQ39BO1/FU8AR1XGKQ39BO1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/AR1X/GKQ39BO1/FU8AR1XGKQ39BO1.SMALL.jpg ostomesto So around where I lived there was a place called "tying the knot pretzels". They sold pretzels of all kinds and they were DELICIOUS. But soon they closed and there were no more pretzels. Probably because of their high prices. But I wanted more pretzels and thought "hey, how hard could it be to make...
By: ostomesto

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 Mar 2011 07:51:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Sugar-Crystals-on-a-Stick/
How to Make Sugar Crystals on a Stick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/KRKH/H0OJ6Y17/F61KRKHH0OJ6Y17.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/KRKH/H0OJ6Y17/F61KRKHH0OJ6Y17.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F61/KRKH/H0OJ6Y17/F61KRKHH0OJ6Y17.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall You would think that this is easy, and it is, if you don’t overcook it. I have a tendency to want to create suckers (you should see my extensive sucker mold collection), instead of sugar crystals.  So here is how I finally was able to come up with sugar crystals on a stick.  This is way fun and a ...
By: craftknowitall

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 14 Apr 2012 15:06:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pimp-That-Snack-Great-Gummi-Project/
Pimp That Snack - Great Gummi Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/URRE/H0OJ37GH/FIBURREH0OJ37GH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/URRE/H0OJ37GH/FIBURREH0OJ37GH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/URRE/H0OJ37GH/FIBURREH0OJ37GH.SMALL.jpg PimpThatSnack I witnessed the Great Gummi Project a few years ago, and was inspired. It was a grandiose project, don't get me wrong, but I figured I could do better. Here is my attempt. Start out with a bag of the very best gummis, Black Forest, of course. I've tried this before (on a much smaller scale) with kn...
By: PimpThatSnack

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:28:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Oreo-Truffle-robins-eggs/
Oreo Truffle robins eggs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/Y7P0/H0OJ2JGH/FYHY7P0H0OJ2JGH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/Y7P0/H0OJ2JGH/FYHY7P0H0OJ2JGH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYH/Y7P0/H0OJ2JGH/FYHY7P0H0OJ2JGH.SMALL.jpg BubbleandSweet Pretty speckled blue eggs that are delicious and deceptively easy to make Oreo truffles. Whip these whimsical treats up in no time, they require no baking and are perfect for a spring centerpiece or a fun Easter treat. They would look just as lovely in pink, yellow or plain white chocolate as they...
By: BubbleandSweet

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Apr 2012 01:33:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Honeycomb-Candy/
Honeycomb Candy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4E/43O1/H0FLDE98/F4E43O1H0FLDE98.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4E/43O1/H0FLDE98/F4E43O1H0FLDE98.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4E/43O1/H0FLDE98/F4E43O1H0FLDE98.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Honeycomb - a sweet, sweet candy treat from the bees.  Easy to make and even easier to eat, honeycomb candy is the perfect thing to satisfy you're craving for that instant sugar rush. This candy is actually the product of an acid-base reaction like your elementary school volcano project. The sodium...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2012 11:03:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easter-Candy/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/JUJW/H0KR941M/FT7JUJWH0KR941M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/JUJW/H0KR941M/FT7JUJWH0KR941M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT7/JUJW/H0KR941M/FT7JUJWH0KR941M.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Easter: second only to Halloween in amount of candy consumed. So why not make your own fancy sweets to impress everyone you know? From homemade Cadbury creme eggs & Peeps, candy stuffed rice krispie treat eggs, edible bird nests, to cookie dough eggs - we've got enough Easter candy for everyone. ...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 13:35:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-Mario-Bros-Mini-Mushrooms/
Super Mario Bros. Mini Mushrooms - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/JSYI/H0KL4KT9/FZ8JSYIH0KL4KT9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/JSYI/H0KL4KT9/FZ8JSYIH0KL4KT9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ8/JSYI/H0KL4KT9/FZ8JSYIH0KL4KT9.SMALL.jpg snackordie Mini marshmallow mushrooms with red and green candy tops. While tootling down the soda aisle to pick some root beer, I discovered this cool ice cube container. The bottom part is rubber, so you can easily pop out the ice cubes. I picked it up and figured I would figure out a good use for it. It cam...
By: snackordie

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Apr 2012 10:47:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Large-Chocolates/
Large Delicious Chocolate Cup Cakes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/J2YJ/H05NT9IA/FBPJ2YJH05NT9IA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/J2YJ/H05NT9IA/FBPJ2YJH05NT9IA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBP/J2YJ/H05NT9IA/FBPJ2YJH05NT9IA.SMALL.jpg hertzgamma Do you like chocolete?  Much much chocolate?  So do I ! Then let's make some  TASTY   and  CHOCOLATE  and   LARGE  sweets ! Ingredients: - 3 whole chocolates (you can use dark, milk and /or/ white ones) - 4 tbsp. cream - 50 g. butter - 1 yolk - 1 tbsp. rum (or brandy) - some chocolate sticks -...
By: hertzgamma

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Mar 2012 15:02:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pimp-That-Snack-Creme-de-la-Creme-Egg-Step-1/
Pimp That Snack - Creme de la Creme Egg - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTI/HICZ/H0FLJDZP/FTIHICZH0FLJDZP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTI/HICZ/H0FLJDZP/FTIHICZH0FLJDZP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTI/HICZ/H0FLJDZP/FTIHICZH0FLJDZP.SMALL.jpg PimpThatSnack After deciding to get pimping it took us about five seconds to plump for a Cadburys Creme Egg. We decided not to let the fact that it had been pimped before put us off because we thought we could make the Creme de la Creme Egg! The ingredients: 1.5 kg of Cadburys Milk Chocolate 3lbs of granulated ...
By: PimpThatSnack

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Apr 2012 14:44:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-covered-coffee-toffee/
Chocolate covered coffee toffee! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/M8LH/GXUZ7WJ8/FGHM8LHGXUZ7WJ8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/M8LH/GXUZ7WJ8/FGHM8LHGXUZ7WJ8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/M8LH/GXUZ7WJ8/FGHM8LHGXUZ7WJ8.SMALL.jpg OwlsAndCake I never liked coffee. Nasty, bitter, grown up stuff, usually consumed alongside copious amounts of those disgusting cigarettes, and hugely bad for you. And yet, I found my tastes maturing a while ago, allowing me to enjoy wonderful foods I used to bear, but not enjoy, like tomatoes, spicier foods, i...
By: OwlsAndCake

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:49:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/EFCs-Extremely-Fat-Caramels/
EFCs- Extremely Fat Caramels - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/RQNU/H05Y7R5P/FGLRQNUH05Y7R5P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/RQNU/H05Y7R5P/FGLRQNUH05Y7R5P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/RQNU/H05Y7R5P/FGLRQNUH05Y7R5P.SMALL.jpg OwlsAndCake This is too much. Too much butter. Too much cream. Too much sugar. Perfect for a skinny kid trying to fatten up after a bout of the flu(I). Bad for diets. Bad for hearts. Bad for arteries.  Bad.....but sooo good. Recipe. All you need. 3/4 cup  heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract rounded 1/2 ...
By: OwlsAndCake

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:10:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Finger-tips/
Chocolate Finger-tips - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/5TU1/H0A2HFZD/FJ95TU1H0A2HFZD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/5TU1/H0A2HFZD/FJ95TU1H0A2HFZD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/5TU1/H0A2HFZD/FJ95TU1H0A2HFZD.SMALL.jpg philby Thinking about Easter chocolates? We were. We did the usual little figurines and so on, but that was a bit dull. Then - brainwave - what's both gross and delicious? Chocolate finger-tips. Using Pinky-sil silicone, fingers, and chocolate, you can offer your friends a unique Easter chocolate. Make t...
By: philby

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:24:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/EXTREMELY-Giant-Toffee-Crisp/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/CBE9/H01N7GR9/FHECBE9H01N7GR9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/CBE9/H01N7GR9/FHECBE9H01N7GR9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/CBE9/H01N7GR9/FHECBE9H01N7GR9.SMALL.jpg roboticpink We made an EXTREME toffee crisp, over 100 times bigger than a normal toffee crisp bar! This giant-sized toffee crisp took two days to finish; including several hours painting the wrapper by hand. It was made by melting toffee with golden syrup and butter to make it soft, setting it in a mould, addi...
By: roboticpink

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Mar 2012 09:55:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Bake-Upside-Down-Cant-Get-Enough-Peanut-Butter/
No Bake Upside Down Can't Get Enough Peanut Butter Cup In A Pan - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/ZP9Q/GYR36IG8/F9KZP9QGYR36IG8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/ZP9Q/GYR36IG8/F9KZP9QGYR36IG8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/ZP9Q/GYR36IG8/F9KZP9QGYR36IG8.SMALL.jpg mjbell2 If you're like my family, you just can't get enough Peanut Butter Cups...everyone loves them! Here is a recipe that should satisfy that peanut butter sweet tooth! Ingredients Gather the following ingredients and supplies: 3 cups powdered sugar 1 package crushed graham crackers 2 sticks butter 1/...
By: mjbell2

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 06:38:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Prepare-Prickly-Pear/
How to Prepare Prickly Pear - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/LN15/GY65QJCL/FW0LN15GY65QJCL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/LN15/GY65QJCL/FW0LN15GY65QJCL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW0/LN15/GY65QJCL/FW0LN15GY65QJCL.SMALL.jpg Mongpoovian Cacti are generally considered to be hostile, unfriendly plants. Which, frankly, is understandable. They're covered with spines, they grow in hostile, arid climates. Even the adjectives used to describe them are unpleasant. But cacti want to be our friends. Once you get past their thorny exteriors,...
By: Mongpoovian

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Feb 2012 20:58:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Personalized-Heart-Chocolate-Box/
Personalized Heart Chocolate Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/5FQ8/GYR35Y5Y/FZA5FQ8GYR35Y5Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/5FQ8/GYR35Y5Y/FZA5FQ8GYR35Y5Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/5FQ8/GYR35Y5Y/FZA5FQ8GYR35Y5Y.SMALL.jpg OotTheMonk A heart-shaped box filled with chocolate is one of the most cliche valentine's day gifts to give. Using a few hours, and a few dollars worth of supplies that you might already have, you can turn an ordinary chocolate-filled heart box into the best valentines day gift your sweetie has ever received! ...
By: OotTheMonk

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:49:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/4-ingredient-15-minute-Peanut-butter-cups-Nutel/
4 ingredient 15 minute Peanut butter cups (+ Nutella cups) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRF/OJW4/GYM7KI7I/FRFOJW4GYM7KI7I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRF/OJW4/GYM7KI7I/FRFOJW4GYM7KI7I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRF/OJW4/GYM7KI7I/FRFOJW4GYM7KI7I.SMALL.jpg TheLazyDIYer So easy to make and delicious it took me longer to write the instructions then make them!  Ingredients & Supplies (the boring prep work) Ingredients: 1 cup Chocolate Chips (any kind) 1 Tbsp Vegetable oil 1/2 cup Peanut butter (any kind) 1/2 - 2/3 a cup Icing/powdered sugar (depending on where you...
By: TheLazyDIYer

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:04:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-covered-strawberry-roses/
Chocolate covered strawberry roses - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/Z17H/GYUQTGIC/F7CZ17HGYUQTGIC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/Z17H/GYUQTGIC/F7CZ17HGYUQTGIC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7C/Z17H/GYUQTGIC/F7CZ17HGYUQTGIC.SMALL.jpg VACH. Chocolate covered strawberry roses combine all of my favorite gifts to receive on Valentine’s Day. This delicious recipe would make a wonderful present to that special someone. Chocolate plastic Ingredients: Chocolate plastic or molding chocolate Food coloring Strawberries (small) ...
By: VACH.

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 20:58:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Coffee-Truffles-Three-Ways/
Coffee Truffles Three Ways - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/Z4FR/GYGGN75E/FYQZ4FRGYGGN75E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/Z4FR/GYGGN75E/FYQZ4FRGYGGN75E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/Z4FR/GYGGN75E/FYQZ4FRGYGGN75E.SMALL.jpg EmpressPixie Personally, I love a bit of crunch in a truffle but when I mentioned to my darling fiance that I was planning on making coffee truffles with coffee beans in them, he kind of looked at me oddly and pointed out that the smoothness of a truffle was the whole point so instead, I made my truffles coffe-l...
By: EmpressPixie

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:00:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Edible-Chocolate-Box-Filled-With-Chocolate-Dip/
DIY Edible Chocolate Box Filled With Chocolate Dipped Strawberries - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/B5N7/GYGESFJI/FDJB5N7GYGESFJI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/B5N7/GYGESFJI/FDJB5N7GYGESFJI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/B5N7/GYGESFJI/FDJB5N7GYGESFJI.SMALL.jpg Dollhouse Bake Shoppe What could be better than receiving a box of truffles or chocolate dipped strawberries? If the box itself was made out of chocolate, of course! Making edible chocolate boxes is so simple, I can't believe I didn't think of this before. They make a really impressive gift or you can use them as a table...
By: Dollhouse Bake Shoppe

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:09:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Giant-Kisses-Filled-with-Kisses/
DIY Giant Kisses Filled with Kisses! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/MT01/GYGFD78L/FRQMT01GYGFD78L.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/MT01/GYGFD78L/FRQMT01GYGFD78L.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/MT01/GYGFD78L/FRQMT01GYGFD78L.SMALL.jpg Dollhouse Bake Shoppe Create your own giant Kiss with a custom tag! These are so fun and easy... and no baking required! They are great for Valentine's Day, anniversaries, Mother's Day, or any time you just feel like giving someone a GIANT KISS!  Click here for more fun DIY recipes and tutorials! For each giant kiss you...
By: Dollhouse Bake Shoppe

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:27:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/chocolate-almond-hearts/
chocolate almond hearts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/3M5Q/GYH33EGB/F863M5QGYH33EGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/3M5Q/GYH33EGB/F863M5QGYH33EGB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/3M5Q/GYH33EGB/F863M5QGYH33EGB.SMALL.jpg diane whitmore These tiny hearts are so simple, obvious and delicious, you'll wonder why you hadn't thought of them. Two almonds almost make a heart, so all you have to do is coax them together with love and chocolate. Ingredients:      Dark chocolate- your favorite will do.      Almonds - raw or steam pasteuri...
By: diane whitmore

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:05:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Edible-Love-Notes/
Edible Love Notes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0G/AWR0/GYGF8M9Q/F0GAWR0GYGF8M9Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0G/AWR0/GYGF8M9Q/F0GAWR0GYGF8M9Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0G/AWR0/GYGF8M9Q/F0GAWR0GYGF8M9Q.SMALL.jpg Cheryl - SewCanDo Want to give a unique Valentine this year?  How about an edible one, complete with envelope you can eat too?  You can use them as cupcake or cake toppers or wrap them in a little cellophane to hand deliver them yourself since these envelopes aren't exactly post office friendly;) They are made with ...
By: Cheryl - SewCanDo

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:12:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Marshmallow-Filled-Strawberry-Hearts/
Marshmallow Filled Strawberry Hearts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/61XD/GYDK1FXA/FCP61XDGYDK1FXA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/61XD/GYDK1FXA/FCP61XDGYDK1FXA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/61XD/GYDK1FXA/FCP61XDGYDK1FXA.SMALL.jpg jasminrf 1 Fine Cookie brings you marshmallow filled strawberry hearts. Create these decadent treats for your lover. Heck, create them for yourself. Who says we can't spend Valentine's day loving ourselves? If you need more detailed instructions and photos of this recipe or to see others, visit  http://www...
By: jasminrf

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Feb 2012 15:33:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Valentine-Fondant-Owl-Pop/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/GP6T/GY197WWA/FKCGP6TGY197WWA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/GP6T/GY197WWA/FKCGP6TGY197WWA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKC/GP6T/GY197WWA/FKCGP6TGY197WWA.SMALL.jpg craftsewdesign Super cute, super easy, super fun!!  For more information or to ask questions, go to my blog, http://www.craftsewdesign.com (formally simplyjenna.blogspot.com) Supplies Fondant (I used white & pre-colored fondant by Wilton's)..got them both at WalMart for under $10 each Dum-Dum Suckers toothpicks ...
By: craftsewdesign

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:00:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Maple-Taffy-Using-Snow/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/4VLD/GY4R8GOQ/FYY4VLDGY4R8GOQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/4VLD/GY4R8GOQ/FYY4VLDGY4R8GOQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYY/4VLD/GY4R8GOQ/FYY4VLDGY4R8GOQ.SMALL.jpg TCGames This video is a tutorial on how to make delicious maple taffy using snow and maple syrup. It's so simple, even a child could make it, and yet it tastes sooo good! 
By: TCGames

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 11:49:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Caramel-Candy-Oreo-Pops-Valentines-for-Him-or-H/
Caramel Candy Oreo Pops - Valentines for Him (or Her or maybe just because) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYS/MN63/GXXSDPU2/FYSMN63GXXSDPU2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYS/MN63/GXXSDPU2/FYSMN63GXXSDPU2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYS/MN63/GXXSDPU2/FYSMN63GXXSDPU2.SMALL.jpg BubbleandSweet Oreo Truffles dipped in caramel, rice krispies and chocolate that are easy to make from shop bought ingredients. These decadent treats make a great gift for someone who likes their something sweet to be a little more substantial. Ingredients (makes 24) 300g Oreo Cookies (approx 10 5/6oz) or around...
By: BubbleandSweet

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 Feb 2012 12:29:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Lollipop-pucino/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5P/IWA5/GXX2XHQS/F5PIWA5GXX2XHQS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5P/IWA5/GXX2XHQS/F5PIWA5GXX2XHQS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5P/IWA5/GXX2XHQS/F5PIWA5GXX2XHQS.SMALL.jpg skeinywoman These suckers are not for the kids! They have a creamy coffee taste and can be made in any shape, of course. Make them into hearts and you have a great Valentine's Day gift for co-workers or your kids' teachers. You will need: 2 cups sugar 2/3 cups light corn syrup 3/4 cup coffee or espresso 1/2 te...
By: skeinywoman

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:33:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Penguin-Boxes-filled-with-White-Chocolat/
Chocolate Penguin Boxes filled with White Chocolate Snowflakes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/J1PT/GXFXNJLY/FRHJ1PTGXFXNJLY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/J1PT/GXFXNJLY/FRHJ1PTGXFXNJLY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/J1PT/GXFXNJLY/FRHJ1PTGXFXNJLY.SMALL.jpg hungryhappenings Learn to make your own completely edible chocolate penguin box and fill it with white chocolate snowflakes to give to someone special. This box is made using simple shapes put together to form an adorable penguin. The base and lid of the box are solid chocolate while the sides and decorations are ma...
By: hungryhappenings

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 07:27:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cream-Cheese-Mints-or-Candies/
Cream Cheese Mints or Candies - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/ZIHR/GXBNAVFK/FQLZIHRGXBNAVFK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/ZIHR/GXBNAVFK/FQLZIHRGXBNAVFK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/ZIHR/GXBNAVFK/FQLZIHRGXBNAVFK.SMALL.jpg final.demand Cream Cheese Mints or Candies This is a slightly unusual but super easy use for Cream Cheese This instructable will take you through how to make Cream Cheese mints. In the last step I will go over how to switch up the ingredients to make candies. What you need Ingredients 4oz or half a cup Cre...
By: final.demand

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 11:19:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Gourmet-Chocolate-Orange/
Gourmet Chocolate Orange - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/T6DG/GWINSJK2/FHIT6DGGWINSJK2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/T6DG/GWINSJK2/FHIT6DGGWINSJK2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/T6DG/GWINSJK2/FHIT6DGGWINSJK2.SMALL.jpg moseph This Instructable will teach you to make a fancy-pants chocolate orange using REAL chocolate and REAL oranges. Chocolate oranges are a Christmas favorite in my half-British family, but sometimes they can be hard to find in the United States. However, you should be able to make these chocolate orange...
By: moseph

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 06:18:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/EASY-MARZIPAN-DOUGH/
EASY MARZIPAN DOUGH - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJJ/6FB4/GWF5TCX1/FJJ6FB4GWF5TCX1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJJ/6FB4/GWF5TCX1/FJJ6FB4GWF5TCX1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJJ/6FB4/GWF5TCX1/FJJ6FB4GWF5TCX1.SMALL.jpg iceng You need to mix up, three colors of Marzipan Dough. White ( Blanched ),  Brown ( UN-blanched ) and Red ( food colored Blanch ). To save cleaning it is best to start with White then move to Brown and last to Red dough. You do need a gram Scale and a true Food Processor Grinder seen in picture #2 Th...
By: iceng

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 16:19:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Engraved-Holiday-Chocolate-Bar-Place-Settings/
DIY Engraved Holiday Chocolate Bar Place Settings, Gift Tags & Stocking Stuffers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/Y2TU/GWF6EMT0/F1ZY2TUGWF6EMT0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/Y2TU/GWF6EMT0/F1ZY2TUGWF6EMT0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/Y2TU/GWF6EMT0/F1ZY2TUGWF6EMT0.SMALL.jpg Dollhouse Bake Shoppe My Do-It-Yourself hand engraved Holiday chocolate bars are a perfect, quick and simple last minute Holiday gift! You can use them as edible personalized place settings, gift tags, party treats, or a sweet holiday stocking stuffer. They are really great activity for kids to create their own illustrat...
By: Dollhouse Bake Shoppe

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 17:47:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Covered-Pretzel-Rods/
Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/QNI5/GWDY31MS/FNCQNI5GWDY31MS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/QNI5/GWDY31MS/FNCQNI5GWDY31MS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/QNI5/GWDY31MS/FNCQNI5GWDY31MS.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall When we first became “poor”, which was 15 years ago this month, I need to find an easy, inexpensive something to make for my Hubby and I to take to work and hand out to our Co-workers.  Since both of us tended to work where there were loads of co-workers, I needed something that wouldn’t break the b...
By: craftknowitall

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:19:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Mexican-Tamarind-aka-Tamarindo-Candy/
Mexican Tamarind aka Tamarindo Candy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/6B5Y/GKS0VGMZ/F3J6B5YGKS0VGMZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/6B5Y/GKS0VGMZ/F3J6B5YGKS0VGMZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3J/6B5Y/GKS0VGMZ/F3J6B5YGKS0VGMZ.SMALL.jpg Evolguy The Tamarind fruit is very acidic can be extremely sour by itself, but with a little preparation, you can have a delicious sweet and sour treat. Adding some powdered chili will give you some spice as well..  Lets get started.. Gather your ingredients Here is what you will need: 1 pound Tamari...
By: Evolguy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Mar 2011 09:01:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Caramel-Recipe/
Caramel Recipe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/Z9U3/G3JETNEX/F1VZ9U3G3JETNEX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/Z9U3/G3JETNEX/F1VZ9U3G3JETNEX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1V/Z9U3/G3JETNEX/F1VZ9U3G3JETNEX.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo My mother makes epic soft caramels, and I'm pleased to share with you her secret:  Aunt Glady's Caramel Recipe.   The recipe as handed down to me is sparse, but contains all necessary information.  In an effort to make it slightly more accessible to those of you who might be new to candy-making, I'...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Dec 2009 09:07:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Personalised-Lego-Candies-and-Chocolates/
Personalised Lego Candies and Chocolates - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/EEML/GW88ORMU/FBLEEMLGW88ORMU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/EEML/GW88ORMU/FBLEEMLGW88ORMU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/EEML/GW88ORMU/FBLEEMLGW88ORMU.SMALL.jpg philby In a nutshell: using a Dremel, carve a message or the name of your loved ones into Lego blocks. Using PinkySil Silicone, make moulds of the blocks. Make toffee or chocolate. Cast Christmas sweets with names or messages. Kids enjoy the process (and the outcome).  Inscribe loving message I wanted ...
By: philby

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 11:50:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Pretzel-Turtles/
How to Make Pretzel Turtles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/BX1S/GW89M0T6/FEJBX1SGW89M0T6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/BX1S/GW89M0T6/FEJBX1SGW89M0T6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/BX1S/GW89M0T6/FEJBX1SGW89M0T6.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall As a kid growing up, Christmas was time where my Mom make all the candy we had for Christmas; divinity, hard tack, peanut brittle, fudge, etc.  I made them for my family only I raised picky kids, so they would not eat what I made.  So I stopped making them, until I came upon these.  These and the Ch...
By: craftknowitall

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