Feb 9, 2015

Custom Cookie Cutter

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Valentine's Day 2005/ Problem: Cookies are the perfect gift, but the only cookie cutters left in the house are left over from Halloween.
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Decide which cookie cutters you don't mind getting rid of.
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Heat the old cookie cutter over a burner. Tongs recommended.
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Carefully smooth out original shape using needlenose pliars.
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As the metal cools, form the new shape using the pliars.
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Once metal cools, it is easier to finish the shaping with your hands.
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Repeat the process with different sized cookie cutters.
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Different sized cookie cutters offset the simplicity of the shape.

Decorate with homemade frosting. Serve with tea.
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