Since I started lurking around on Twitter, I’ve found some truly amazing cookie artists. And this is making me feel somewhat inadequate. So, I’m trying to up the detail on the cookies, take more risks and challenge myself a bit more.
A client called last week and wanted something for her sister’s bridal shower, which had no real theme, but the bride likes fashion, and Tory Burch. Of course, Dave had NO idea what a Tory Burch was so I enlightened him. Although I’m not so sure he really knows now.
I searched online for a current bag that might make a good cookie and I found this super cute hot pink number. I really wanted to do the pink on pink for the detail, but naturally, the client had other ideas. Pink and orange.
My days of fancy handbags are long behind me, my new obsessions are light cubes and kopykake projectors, so looking at pretty bags is a much missed past time. (not missed all THAT much, I still wouldn’t trade the peace of mind in not having to worry about a parking space for all the Kate Spade bags in the world……but a classic Chanel?….)
What I had to work with: handbag image and logo. I had to free hand pipe the Tory Burch logo, which wasn’t too difficult. Luckily, the order was only for 25 cookies.
The color is not quite right in the photo, but here’s a close up of the hardware on the bag. Piped in white and then painted with super fancy gold.
Real gold!
The cookies are drying tonight and I’m thinking that tomorrow I’m going to do a little more detail, perhaps some stitching on the top trim.
****Yes, yes! These are for Hopsy’s Birthday! I only know what my Sales Manager (ahem) tells me. And he told me that they were for a bridal shower. Only after he got of the phone with H did he tell me what they were really for. He mixed up clients! Sorry for the confusion****
I sketched out an adorable poodle design today, so keep an eye out for that in the coming days. Also, in case anyone was wondering we had an amazing Tuesday in the Bake Shoppe. We’re heading into week 4 of good, steady cupcake sales. Yay, I think it may finally be happening!!
February 10th, 2010 at 4:10 am
Ooooh … I will be placing an order for a Juicy Couture themed cookie in April for my b-day!! I am thinking maybe a crown, in purple, or something fun and girly like that! These are fabulous - very nice job!!
February 10th, 2010 at 7:12 am
Bravo !! 4 (four=For) good weeks in a row!!! I’m happy for you at the Bake Shoppe… I love the Bag COOKIE and the color combination… Don’t you love your KopyKake? It makes everything so easy… and monogrammings are perfect.!..
February 10th, 2010 at 7:36 am
Don’t sell yourself short you are amazing - there are several very good cookie designers - and you are one of them.
February 10th, 2010 at 7:49 am
These look really amazing and I love the colors!!
February 10th, 2010 at 8:28 am
Bea, I don’t have a kopykake yet!!! I’m yearning for one though. If business continues to be this good I’ll be getting one in March!!
Unless of course someone surprises me with one sooner!!
Jenny, you are too kind. Thank you very much….
February 10th, 2010 at 10:28 am
OH MY!!! I absolutely LOVE these TB cookies!! Such a fabulous design, Laura … you are truly amazing!
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February 10th, 2010 at 10:42 am
LOVE the bag, escpecially the hardware! Keep up the great work you do!
February 10th, 2010 at 11:23 am
Its always easy to put yourself down, you have an amazing product and you actually have a viable business, some of the things that people create are just art and will never be able to be sold!
Your cookies are wonderful, I’m glad you’re pushing yourself to try new things and learn more though, thats what keeps it fresh!!
I feel the same, I see all these amazing cake artists and wonder if I can make a go of it! I dont think I’ll ever be on the food network, but I want to make cakes that taste wonderful, and make people happy and if that happens I’ll be chuffed to bits!
February 10th, 2010 at 11:24 am
Laura, these are fantastic! Love all the details…very impressive.
Also, I have been behind in my Blog Reader and am working on catching up. Here’s my catch up for you: I love the door/table. I have always wanted a door/table. I have the door already (right now it’s functioning as the back board for a daybed/couch) from an old family farm house. Looking forward to what you decide…glass or not, refinishing or not, etc.
February 10th, 2010 at 1:02 pm
The handbag cookies - 4 words - in cred i ble! I guess your modesty is what keeps your feet on the ground, Laura, but as you’re hearing from these posts -when it comes to amazing you’re at the front of the pack. I just keep scrolling back up to the hardware photo and saying, Wow! You inspire me to get out of my comfort zone and try something new.
February 10th, 2010 at 2:00 pm
I CANNOT wait to get my cookies next week! I think everyone is going to DIE when they find out they not only get a 20% discoutn at Tory Burch, but they will leave my birthday with an AMAZING favor too!
February 10th, 2010 at 3:08 pm
I love that bag Laura. It is tres chic. I’m so glad that the bake shoppe is doing really well. I’m so happy for you, and I hope it will continue to do great. I’m always rootin for ya.
Enjoy the rest of your day girl.
February 10th, 2010 at 3:47 pm
Too much … way to much in the most wonderful way!
February 10th, 2010 at 4:54 pm
So is these for Hopsy’s Birthday Party- as she says- or is it for a bridal shower as you say!??!? Please clear up this confusion.
February 11th, 2010 at 12:35 am
What are you talking about? Your cookies are works of art! Hopsy’s handbags are so fabulous- love them.
February 11th, 2010 at 12:44 am
These look AMAZING Laura! You should send a gift basket of them to Tory herself. Being the socialite that she is, I’m sure she’d love them for parties promoting… herself of course.
February 11th, 2010 at 8:58 am
Those cookies look amazing. Well Done!!!!
February 11th, 2010 at 11:22 am
your cookies are stunning!
February 11th, 2010 at 3:00 pm
Laura - As a buyer of your cookies I can assure you that you in no way need to step it up. Your cookies are stunning and delicious. Just keep doing what you are doing!
BTW, I am so happy people are coming to your bake shoppe — they are smart customers. I am sure the cupcakes are as delicious as the cookies.
February 11th, 2010 at 6:32 pm
I love these cookies! Where in Vermont is the shop located? I’d love to stop by and discuss a possible order of various dog breed cookies.