Who would you turn into a cookie?

Show of hands: who wouldn’t want to eat a cookie in their own likeness? That’s what I thought; it’s everyone’s secret dream! Whether you’re celebrating the boss’s birthday*, looking for a humorous gift for that “has everything” friend, or want a memorable (and much talked about) party favor, these cookie look-alikes are sure to be a hit. Parker’s Crazy Cookies offers custom cookies in the likeness of anyone–even dogs–making them the perfect gift for, well, anyone!

So let’s hear it, Wantists: who would you turn into a cookie?

* I would suggest avoiding a head-first biting strategy in this case… at least not if the boss is watching!

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Apple Pie + Graham + Chocolate

Apple Pie + Graham Chocolate Bar by Komforte Chockolates

I’ve been admirer of Komforte Chockolates' inventive flavors for some time now. Their Tortilla Lime + Salt and French Toast milk chocolate bars were the first to catch my eye. With combos that are adventurous and quirky, while at the same time approachable, they inspire heavy doses of, “I must try that!”

Komforte Chockolate Bars

Among recent additions to their lineup is one that I simply can’t stop dreaming about—Apple Pie + Graham. Apples and cinnamon with bits of graham cracker mixed into creamy dreamy milk chocolate. Need I go on?

(h/t Megan aka Not Martha)

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Learn to Make Doughnuts With 50 Recipes From Top Pot

Top Pot Hand-Forged Doughnuts on tray

When brothers Mark and Michael Klebeck opened Top Pot Doughnuts nine years ago in Seattle’s Capitol Hill, they wanted a shop that sang a different tune than the fluorescent-lit fast food places popping up.

They opened their doors combining the charm of a vintage aesthetic and a gourmet spin on traditional coffee and doughnuts with everything from a tried-and-true glazed to lavender.

Now with five cafes in the area and a cult following, Top Pot shares their tricks, derived from a secret 1920s doughnut recipe, in their first book, Top Pot Hand-Forged Doughnuts.

A must-have gift for the home-baker. Just imagine, making mouthwatering doughnuts of all kinds in the comfort of your own kitchen, and oh my gosh what a treat for house-guests!

Hear from construction guys turned doughnut makers, Mark and Michael, about their new book in the video below. Through Friday get 35% off and free shipping at Chronicle Books with code: FRIENDS!

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In Honor of the Ice Cream Cone

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Porcelain Ice Cream Cone by Virginia Sin

Some people live for the ice cream, I live for the cone! Cake, sugar, waffle – love ‘em all. Especially that very last bite that collects the melted ice cream. Holy yum! Time to celebrate the glorious edible vessel that is the ice cream cone with National Ice Cream Cone Day. We’ve gathered up a grand selection of gifts for the cone fan whose love runs as deep as that last litte drip.

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Tiny Ice Cream Cone 3D Charm Necklace by Evelyn Mae Creations

Ice Cream vs Chaos and Darkness by Prints for a Very Bad Day

For Kicks

The Anatomy of a Cupcake

We couldn’t help but share this with you. Made by Allen Hemberger and Sarah Wilson as a birthday gift for a girl named Lesleigh, the print is available for purchase and there’s a fun making-of video too.

(via ManMadeDIY, Black Eiffel)

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Inspiration

Mardi Gras King Cake, Colors and Sunshine

French Quarter Fine Art Print by Briole

Thoughts of warm southern sunshine and a festive Louisiana Mardi Gras have taken over our brain cells at Wantist today. With Fat Tuesday right around the corner, we thought we’d indulge our daydreams for a little while and share them with you…

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Mardi Gras Cookies Turtorial by Sweetopia

Hand Spun Merino Wool and Tencel Yarn by kittygrriz

Mardi Gras Macaroon Collection by Sucré New Orleans

Mardi Gras Beads Canvas Mounted Photograph

Mardi Gras Cupcakes with Cinnamon Frosting by Erica Sweet Tooth

3 lb Vintage Mardi Gras Beads from FestivalBuy

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Chocolate goes Neapolitan

Neapolitan Chocolate Bar. for realz. We ♥ you Mary & Matt.

For even more fun, check out their Op Art commercial for Chocolate Editions:

See more about this yummy gift on Wantist

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Interviews

q&a: with Jenna & Mark of Whimsy & Spice

Whimsy and Spice Interview

Jenna Park and her husband Mark Sopchak hit the ground running in April 2008 and founded Whimsy & Spice, a line of handmade sweets with a distinctive twist—savory herbs and spices in the recipes.

Mark, a former pastry chef at popular New York City restaurants and Jenna, a talented art director and designer decided to do something they’d dreamed about and start a business together. The timing was unexpected and the transition, naturally a little scary.

As the parents of two little girls, the decision was influenced by their desire to have more time together as a family (restaurant hours didn’t provide a very family-friendly schedule). Jenna has been able to continue doing freelance work for clients the likes of Daily Candy and the Smithsonian. And while the family business has provided them a flexible lifestyle, it’s certainly a busy one.

Mark does all the baking and Jenna does the branding, design and web work. Each day’s surprises from their life in Brooklyn and the ups and downs of the business are captured on sweet fine day, a blog full of stories and photos going all the way back to the beginning.

We were thrilled to catch up with Jenna as things heat up for Whimsy & Spice again this fall. And we were even lucky enough to snag a delicious hot cocoa recipe from Mark.

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