C is For Cookie

The first step in managing an addiction is admitting you have a problem. As Lucy says to Charlie Brown "the very fact that you realize you have a problem indicates that you are not too far gone." Well, that Lucy always seemed pretty smart (and definitely worth that nickel therapy fee), so here it goes .. . I am addicted to cookie cutters. Not the crappy plastic ones that you get in packs of 100 (I long ago sacrificed all of those to the Play-Doh box), I'm a discriminating addict ... metal cutters only for this girl. I have a small chest with drawers that are each labeled and categorized ... clearly, I have issues.

Since I've come this far, I will also share that my most ardent affection is reserved for my copper cutters. They are so lovely and each one like a mini work of art! My current favorite is my bikini cookie cutter (two pieces, can also be a bra and underwear set, depending on how you decorate it ... great for bridal showers!!).

After searching high and low, I have found my dealer of choice in Copper Gifts. If you can think of an object, odds are that Copper Gifts will have a cookie cutter shaped like it. Each one is beautifully crafted and handmade. Best of all, their site is also full of recipes, decorating ideas and more. With almost every cutter you can see several different ideas for how to decorate that shape. I guarantee, you'll be inspired to channel your inner Martha and bake up some pretty cookies! I'm totally coveting the flip flip (so cute for summer!). And the crown. Ooooh, and this dress. But I can stop anytime. Really, I can.

Note: I added a post on the Recipe boards with my favorite roll-out sugar cookie and icing recipes. Check it out for some extra inspiration!