I love this new style of cake decorating because it is so versatile. It can say whatever you want it to say (simply print out your own stencil) and while I guess it is meant for cakes, it can make almost anything just that much more special – from a cake to a terrarium.

So, watch my super nerdy video, have yourself a nice little crafternoon and tell Yo Mama you love her.

Here are some ideas of what to dress up with your DIY Cake Bunting:

• Funfetti Cake – the obvious choice for any celebration

• Breakfast in Bed – Oatmeal Raisin Scones, Fig & Mascarpone Scones, or Lemon & Rosemary Scones – clearly I have a thing for scones (don’t you?)

• A Terrarium from Adore in NYC – I can’t keep one alive to save my life but your Mom kept you alive so…

• Vacherin – one of my Mom’s signature desserts that once warm weather comes I get as much as I can

Cake Bunting Tools:

• color paper – a thicker construction or craft paper is best

• pretty string – really anything works here, I like a natural twine with a fancy metallic swirl

• two skewers (or something similar)

• exacto knife or scissors – i like the exacto knife to get those pesky center cutouts but its not like i am creating a masterpiece so scissors would probably get the job done

• cutting matt or thick cardboard – apparently the cutting matts you get at art supply stores are “self healing” –  I mean that is crazy! why can’t I be self healing!!?

• stencil printout – find a type you like that is bold and pretty – go wild!