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I have 3 extra Easter themed cookie platters. They are available for pick-up in Andover anytime tonight or tomorrow morning.

https://www.mauloasweets.com/product-page/easter-cookie-platter

Did I delay a new product release to do a large, last minute order? Yes, yes I did. Did this make the most sense for my business? ABSOLUTELY.

More than ever before, I feel the need to stick up for my values-- in my life and in my business. I have spent months feeling conflicted about taking loud stances on "controversial" topics (which shouldn't even be controversial, but that's a topic for another day) because I never want to make anyone feel like they don't belong in my community. My dear, fellow business friend once said to me, "it's so sad that by saying 'all are welcome here', there are people who will take that as a personal attack."

My church reached out about making pride cookies and transgender flag cookies and I could not say no. In this timeline of our government deciding who is welcome and who is not, I will always be the person who wants to add to my community, not turn people away. And it's so healing to see others doing the same.

It's easy to feel small and like we can't affect change. But I hope this encourages you to look for all of the amazing work being done by so many individuals. All it takes is each of us deciding to be inclusive and make space at the table.

If any of this makes you feel like you can't support my business, than I wish you a kind and vibrant life, but please know that you are just as welcome to stay to learn and grow alongside me.

One of the best parts of making cookies is that I can reinvent and refine my techniques on every set.

I knew that creating all of these birds would be a challenge. Should I go realistic? Should they be cartoon-y? But ultimately, I thought back to a watercolor class I took my senior year of high school. I knew almost immediately that I wanted those layered and blended colors so that I didn't feel the need to define each feather.

And then designing this set became really easy. Making watercolor birds meant that I was going to do watercolor pumpkins and flowers too. I piped and flooded each area where I wanted some natural dimension, let them dry overnight, and then got to work painting on my cookie canvases. I couldn't be happier with the final results.

🍂🍁 November 1st Vibes 🍁🍂

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Rain, lightning, thunder, and snow! We got quite the mix for Halloween this year!

These unexpectedly creepy cookies were waiting to be painted for a baby shower, but I couldn't resist getting some mid-progress shots for Halloween!

I hope everyone has a wonderful (and dry!) night!

Rainbow Pride Class is Open!!

Join me on June 9th for the most colorful Pride Cookie Class! I'm teaming up with Alloy Brewing Company again to bring you a fun and family-friendly activity for Pride Month! Decorate four large cookies with SEVEN icing colors and even customize what word or phrase to use on the friendship bracelet cookie!

This is a great class for beginners and younger cookie decorators. Kiddos 12 and up seem to be a good fit, but you know your child best. Just a reminder that all kids must be accompanied by an adult!

When: June 9th, 1pm-3pm
Where:
Reguster: www.mauloasweets.com/events-1

Who else was hoping to see a glimpse of the partial eclipse? 🙋🏼‍♀️ Since it's looking like we won't see the eclipse in Minnesota, here is a space themed cookie set to look at instead!
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I had so much fun recreating all of the planets. Which one is your favorite? I LOVED making Jupiter!!

Where are my dye-free peeps at??

Easter can be a little tough for those that live the dye free life. Have no fear! These chocolate bunny cookies are iced with cocoa powder tinted royal icing and crushed raspberry powder tinted royal icing. And let me tell you-- that raspberry and chocolate cookie combo is to die for!!

All options will be available tomorrow morning in Anoka! I'll be set up for 8am-noon!