THE DOLLOP BLOG
How To Make Frosting - 7 Must-Have Tools
In just TWO short months The Dollop Book of Frosting: Sweet and Savory Icings, Spreads, Meringues, and Ganaches for Dessert and Beyond will be sitting prominently on the shelves of bookstores everywhere!
I Have a Gluten Intolerance, Now What?
When I was 14 years old, I began going to the school nurse complaining of stomach pain on a regular basis.
Cramps, bloating, distention; I remember feeling like people were staring at my stomach wondering why it was so big or if I was pregnant.
Top 10 Best Of The Webs Friday!
Since the week is wrapping up, it's time to reflect on the highlights. What were the highlights of your week?
What I Learned From My First Hike
Sunday afternoon was a special afternoon.
It was the afternoon that I went for my first hike ever.
Suck At Something? Why You Should Keep Trying. HashtagCrossFit
You’ve heard me expound on my experiences with CrossFit numerous times (is this boring you?) but I’ve never really admitted how long I’ve been doing CrossFit.
Why Catering Cupcakes Is a Stressful Job
We were only a mile into our 50-mile drive to the banquet hall when I was overcome by a sense of pure wonder. Wonder as to how, just how I survived the past four years of catering weddings without developing an ulcer.
Best Of The Webs Time!
And here we are, back at the Best of the Webs already! A week certainly does fly by.
I’m hoping you had a great holiday yesterday; the sun seemed to shine for most of it.
Happy 4th! Not.
Tomorrow’s a Holiday as of course you know and I’ve been trying to write something to express how excited I am for all of the picnics, friends, and fun!
Why My Dining Room Is Still Empty Two Months Later.
It’s been two months now since I moved from a studio apartment into this cape cod and ashamedly, I still don’t have furniture.
What Do I Need To Know Before Adopting A Dog?
I’d like to adopt a dog. Maybe.
I’m very hesitant about this. In theory, the idea is excellent.
I’m home a lot and I’m usually alone. I have a house with lots of open space.
Best Of The Webs
I need to preface this by telling you that my hands are sweating profusely. I realize this has nothing to do with the Best Of The Webs but it’s bothering me so much right now that I just need to tell someone.
What You Need To Do With Your Goat. Yes, YOU Have a Goat.
The fabled story is this.
In the 1700’s goats were placed in the stables of racehorses to calm their skittishness before a big race. If a competitor wanted a specific horse to race poorly, he would attempt to sneak in and steal the calming goat from the horse’s stable.
Blueberry Pancake & Maple Bacon American Flag Cake
Heather Saffer of The Dollop Book of Frosting creates the new American treasure: Blueberry Pancake & Maple Bacon American Flag Cake for this Fourth of July Celebration
Why You Should Only Think About The Beginning
Sometimes the best advice you give others is the hardest to follow yourself.
Yesterday when my friend was about to go on a date, she texted me telling me how nervous she was. I knew she was putting an immense amount of pressure on this date because she really liked the guy and wanted it to work out in the end.
In the end.
Why you shouldn’t make fun of International Panic Day
Today is International Panic Day. I know this because of this. I even made a lighthearted vlog about it, encouraging you all to panic with me today. Although when I made the video I thought it was just National Panic Day. Clearly, it's a way bigger deal than that.
Conquering Fears: Talking about my eating disorder.
While most young Americans spend their 21st birthdays whooping it up at the clubs or wearing birthday sashes and doing Power Hour at every bar in town, I spent mine at an eating disorder clinic crying over the pop tart on my plate.
Best Amazon Comment I've Ever Read
That’s when I came across The Mountain Three Wolf Moon Short Sleeve Tee
At first I thought it was just dweeby enough to be a great gag gift for Joe’s 40th birthday but then I started reading the reviews. Have you seen these reviews? Clearly, this shirt is life changing.
Walk Like A Man
Single men. You may be wondering why and whining about still being single. Well, it’s your lucky day because I’m here to inform you as to why you’re still sleeping alone.
It’s. Your. Walk.
