April 2026 Cutter Club- Tea Time and Treats

When I started designing this cookie set, I had one main goal in mind: I wanted something that would feel perfect for Mother’s Day, but not limited to it. I love creating sets that can be reused across different occasions, and this one felt like the perfect opportunity to play with soft, feminine elements while keeping the theme flexible.

I landed on a delicate tea party-inspired concept, something elegant, cozy, and a little bit playful. Think afternoon tea, sweet treats, and pretty details… but designed in a way that could easily transition into birthdays, bridal showers, baby showers, or even just a “just because” set.

For this set, I created five cutters:

• Cake slice
• Macaron tower
• Teacup & saucer
• Teapot
• Treats tray

Each design brings something different to the set while still feeling cohesive.

The teacup and teapot really anchor the theme and give it that classic tea party feel. The cake slice and macaron tower add height and softness, while the treats tray ties everything together by showcasing a mix of desserts in one cookie.

I kept the shapes clean but added small details, like florals, drips, and texture, to give each cookie personality without overwhelming the overall look.

One of my favorite parts of this set is the color palette. I used three shades of pink, plus ivory and brown, and everything came from just two gel colors:

• Ann Clark Bubble Gum Pink
• The Cookie Countess Totally Brown

To create the pinks, I simply adjusted the ratios:

• Light pink → very little gel
• Medium pink → slightly more of both
• Dark pink → more of both gels combined

Adding a touch of brown to the pink might sound unexpected, but it helps tone it down and gives it that soft, muted, almost vintage feel.

For the neutrals:

• Ivory → just a tiny touch of Totally Brown
• Brown → a couple of drops for a richer tone

This is one of my favorite tricks because it keeps your palette cohesive without needing a ton of different colors.

For most of this set, I worked with a hybrid consistency.

This is honestly my go-to because it lets me:

• Outline and flood with the same bag
• Save time
• Keep edges clean without switching consistencies constantly

It’s especially helpful for sets like this where you want smooth finishes but still need control for details.

For the florals, I switched  things up a bit:

• I used a stiff consistency for the rose on the Treats Tray Cookie
• Piped with a petal tip Ateco #104
• I also did some florals with a wet on wet technique on both the Teapot and Teacup with Saucer Cookies

That little detail adds dimension and makes the set feel extra special.

For a better understanding of icing consistencies refer to this blog here. We also have a very thorough online class here.

If you are comfortable cutting and piping/flooding with tipless bags, go for it! If you prefer tips I would recommend a #1 or #1.5 tip for details and outlines , and a #2 or 2.5 for flooding.

Below you will find step by step instructions for all the cookies. Followed by a couple videos on how to decorate them. Feel free to have fun! Use different colors, or different techniques. Let your creativity shine if you want!

What I love most about this set is how versatile it is.

While it was designed with Mother’s Day in mind, it can easily be adapted for:

• Bridal showers
• Baby showers
• Birthdays
• Tea party themes
• Garden parties

You can also take it further by experimenting with:

• Different color palettes (pastels, bolds, neutrals)
• Metallic accents
• Textures like lace, florals, or brush embroidery
• Royal icing transfers or hand painting

It’s the kind of set that can evolve with your style and creativity.

This design really reminded me how powerful it is to create with flexibility in mind. A thoughtful theme, a cohesive color palette, and a few key techniques can turn one idea into endless possibilities.

Happy Baking!

xo Hillary