Take Pains, Be Perfect

This month's cookie class was decorating for St. Patrick's Day. This time I didn't smudge any of my cookies. Thanks again to @sarahssweetscookieco for a great class. #bonniebakeswell #royalicingcookies #sugarcookiesofinstagram (at Oozlefinch Beers & Blending) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cps-DGsuCNv0WppDXGHP9DH2V7B62MDEQO7T6c0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Not bad for my first solo macarom attempt. Thanks to @danbeasleyharling and @bakewithalegend for the great class. The method we used to make the shells was so easy, I'm definitely feeling more confident. There are some cracks but they all have feet, so I'm calling it a win. They are filled with a raspberry mousseline (skipped the rose extract because I'm not a fan of eating florals). #bonniebakeswell #frenchmacarons #valentinesday #bakersofinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/ConoC_Uu8R-OTQdEABSK66QqdcrgSbPli_5lqI0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

How it started and how it went. Always a fun time with @sarahssweetscookieco and so happy she found a place to hold her great class! #bonniebakeswell #sugarcookiesofinstagram #royalicingcookies (at Oozlefinch Beers & Blending) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoPgUyquAUMxtEkkoiPMjL7LFyX_ooFEjs-epw0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

When your medication says to take with food, this is what I make. #comfortfood #coughingisnojoke https://www.instagram.com/p/CmQE6G7ODWgSf4pXF0ykNFnoJKBzxkc4W8XDiA0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Had a fantastic reunion weekend of the OG SPL library ladies. A 10-year friendship that has seen weddings, babies, job changes and has grown stronger with each year. One day, Library Lakes will be be a reality and we'll see each other every day. Also, Eiofe had a great vacation hanging out with a bunch of Hoos. https://www.instagram.com/p/ClxFDUYO2ADxD5rnaqlP39FtP6yXokoXQVXcxk0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Last Sunday, I took a bread class with Chef Syd of @sydsfishpigcafe and we made po'boy buns, lemon pake, skillet cornbread, cornbread muffins, focaccia pizza and a few other delicious items. Ill be taking his next class this Sunday, end o summer sweet treats. Its an intense day but I learn so much and get to bake with a great bunch of folks. #bonniebakeswell #breadmaking (at Syd's FishPig Cafe) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjVRlVlu9eowOyJLkikTUSbMAvBJ4d7Q6Zb-rg0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Eiofe has been fully introduced to the rest of my house and she has taken her proper place of judgement. She spent last night exploring everything, including the kitchen sink and I woke this morning to nothing pushed onto the floor. #catsofinstagram #scottishstraight https://www.instagram.com/p/Che4XGTOW_R7y8glG8gkzkexdw9RnD4-Yw1rNw0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Let the vacation begin!!! #carnivalsunrise2022 #vacationmode (at Port of Miami Cruise Terminals) https://www.instagram.com/p/ChAsnlMu4v-eoD5_q6Od9jI8ur4_VgpfY1Sydc0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Photo dump of my Eiofe. I finally saw her drinking from her fountain. She found the toys and she's exploring! #catsofinstagram #scottishstraight https://www.instagram.com/p/Cgk2mYZuNgKSHq-EgNna0ZgIr1pmSArOkdixwQ0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

She's food motivated. We're two peas in a pod! #scottishstraight #catsofinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/Cgfq9cUOQbKxnT8AMdocSMiqEwF7MQR-ovVMac0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I would like to introduce the newest member of the Shaw family. Meet Eiofe (Ee-fa)! She is a Scottish Straight with a tabby and copper coat and weighs all of about 6lbs at almost 3 years old. After being a dog person for my entire life, I figure I should play into the librarian stereotype and have a cat. #catsofinstagram #scottishstraight #crazycatlady #librariancats https://www.instagram.com/p/CgFys93OBPOmvDB7r07hoDpNOOm6o-Yx61oXo00/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Something's happening tomorrow. If you know, don't spoil it. #cantusehashtagsorthesurpriseisruined (at Albemarle, North Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgDff0euiSYVNX4XcY6spGR63n45xNlFsCNicE0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Today's royal iced cookies brought to you by @sarahssweetscookieco She is a patient and knowledgeable instructor and was able to guide me to decorate these cookies today. #bonniebakeswell #royalicingcookies #sugarcookiesofinstagram #sugarcookies #royalicing (at AR Workshop Newport News) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfPJztDuJuR9eF_M1NvYumlJ_7MuqMecEGWKlo0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

After some weeks of carefully tending my new home's rose bush, I have reaped the flower of my labor. Also, yall know I would never put those cheesy word signs in my house but this one I personally made the same day I decorated those spring cookie a few weeks ago. So, fuck that, this sign stays. https://www.instagram.com/p/CecU-OUOO-3rk--PDJmSQhqddk3T6aMhh6quRk0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Watch out #springbakingchampionship I'm on my way! After a great lesson from @sarahssweetscookieco I was able to pipe and flood my first cookies. She is a superb and patient instructor and gave me the confidence to feel like I can do this on my own. #bonniebakeswell #homebaker #cookiesofinstagram #cookiesallday (at AR Workshop Newport News) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc_R0vQO1Rjfmt_B571mUnu09x9m0NXtGYKYRE0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I did a little thing a few weeks ago and finally today, I get to move into my new-to-me house. New paint, new floors, and help of some truly wonderful friends, this house is the next chapter in the book of Bonnie. #newhome #WorldWarIIhouse https://www.instagram.com/p/CbiVJGzO_9LzPn4a7ljgwRmOY6BsgO6M2YiBOQ0/?utm_medium=tumblr

Forgot to post a bake I did last weekend. Call me a French bake now, I've made my first choux! Sike, I've got a long way to go for that. These profiteroles have raspberry cream cheese mousse inside and topped with a milk chocolate ganache. I froze the choux buns after baking and have been enjoying a couple every night for a treat. #bonniebakeswell #delishdelosh https://www.instagram.com/p/CaVyyZkOD36oxhoCyjOR5_dTg7J7qFwbKTsmYI0/?utm_medium=tumblr