I was trying to be a tease.
The whole point of these cookies is to tease.
I wanted to make you guess what the sex of the baby is... but then I was so impatient and just could not keep a secret that I posted it on my mommy blog.
So please, dont go over there and find out the answer. It would ruin all the fun!
But not really.
In honor of our soon to be addition (I am 28 weeks now!) I wanted to give YOU a new addition.
No, not my baby.
Yes, some of my cookies!
You are so smart.
More on that in a sec.
I made some cupcakes too!
I love those little fingers gripping the edge of our little cupcake.
Reminds me of some cute sneaky kids I know. Certainly not my own! *cough*
These cookies/cupcakes could not have been easier to make! My only MUST DO tip is: Use a REALLY thick icing consistency on the little fingers.
Otherwise they will run together and just be blob hands. And who wants a baby with blob hands?
Here is how to enter to win ONE DOZEN decorated sugar cookies!
Leave a comment on this post answering the question:
What do you think I am having, a boy or girl? And if by chance, you were to guess boy for some random reason, can you please also suggest some names? Thank you.
Of course, you do not need to be right to win.
All you need is a valid email. Also, I can only ship cookies to a US address. Sorry!
As if I havent already given enough hints as it is, here is one more. :)
I will select two winners!
Good luck!
*****UPDATED WITH WINNERS*****
Quite possible the BEST and most complete list of boy baby names I have EVER come across! You guys are awesome!! I think one or two of you even guessed the name that I have been pondering!
Anywho... here are the winners!
Boy! Congratulations :) If you're feeling adventurous, I suggest Mohan. It means "charming" in Hindi.
Posted by: Rima | Jan 07, 2011 at 06:41 PM
I'm guessing a boy :), not that you gave it away or anything :D. What about Ethan or Daniel? Or Mark? Sam? Ok, I'm not so good at picking names haha.
Posted by: Lily | Jan 08, 2011 at 02:39 PM
Congrats Rima and Lily!
These are so adorable. Wish I was as talented as you! For boys, I love the names Axel, Kingston, Elijah, and Mason. Even though you didn't ask for this, I love the name Olive for a girl. Keep doing what you do!
Posted by: Varshini Sundaram | Jan 09, 2011 at 04:35 PM
Oooo, I would love to win some baby cookies--my little one is currently considering coming out today, I think! (I'm due on Tuesday. :) )
I'm going to guess boy because that's what I'm having. :)
I like classic names... Benjamin, James, Ian, Jacob, Ethan... Names are so hard to decide on, though, I feel your pain!
Posted by: Laura | Jan 09, 2011 at 04:41 PM
It's pretty clear you are having a boy, even without peeking.
Are you looking for simple names, or less common ones?
Simple: Michael, Roger, Stephen, David, John
More exotic: Lucas, Caleb, Lyon, Dimitri, Andreas
Congratulations!
Posted by: Teal Cuttlefish | Jan 09, 2011 at 04:53 PM
I'm hoping you have a healthy baby... that's it, a health baby boy or girl!! I will suggest the name James though. It works well for nicknames if you want nicknames- Jim, Jimmy, depending on middle name initials work too JT, JD, etc.
Thanks for all you do!!!
Posted by: Karla | Jan 09, 2011 at 05:10 PM
The son of a friend of mine just turned one, and I remember when she found out he was a he, everyone was full of congratulations, of course, but privately she was thinking "Oh NO, what will I do with a boy?!" Naturally, she figured it out quickly and now is just the best mom evar to baby Leo.
I want to guess girl! Just 'cause. But as far as boy names go, I like Joel, Kyle, and Noah. I guess I'm partial to four-letter names?
Posted by: Morry | Jan 09, 2011 at 05:41 PM
Congrats!!!
I think you're having a boy. And I love the name RJ :)
Posted by: Elizabeth K | Jan 09, 2011 at 05:47 PM
This year we have a pre-k student who's first name is Atticus I think it's so neat. My own personal favorite is Grayson. Congrats on the new addition!
Posted by: Tammy | Jan 09, 2011 at 07:16 PM
LOL, boy! I like the name Kyle. That's what my 2nd son - which I never had - was going to be called. The first one got the plain ol' name of John ;)
Posted by: Elise | Jan 09, 2011 at 07:21 PM
Congrats! It's a boy!
Posted by: Mary | Jan 09, 2011 at 07:36 PM
My favorite name for a boy (and of course I've been blessed with girls)is Thomas. It is so strong.
Posted by: Alicia O'Rourke | Jan 09, 2011 at 08:10 PM
Boy! I love the name Edwin.
I would LOVE these for a baby shower. cute,cute,cute.
Posted by: Elise | Jan 09, 2011 at 08:25 PM
Congrats! I'm guessing it's a boy ;) I love the name Isaac (that's my 8 month old son's name). The cookies are adorable!
Posted by: Krista D | Jan 09, 2011 at 08:45 PM
LOL I'm guessing a boy. I have boys with "A" names so lets go with Andrew, Austin and my grandson Ayden. Congratulations by the way
Posted by: Patty Montpetit | Jan 09, 2011 at 09:27 PM
You are too cute! I love your cookie designs, they are so awesome.
I am just guessing boy here...lol
I love the name Ronald Lee.
Whatever you name him, congratulations and enjoy him as much as I know you will!
Posted by: Susan F | Jan 09, 2011 at 09:37 PM
I think its a boy !
Posted by: Erin | Jan 09, 2011 at 09:45 PM
adorable cookies!!! my suggestion for a boys name would be nicholas...my son's name...but we spell it with a german spin...nikolaus!! best of luck with the new baby!!!
Posted by: georgette beck | Jan 09, 2011 at 09:55 PM
For a boy, how about Braden Erik- our son's name, he's an awesome kid, well he's now 21!
Posted by: norniea | Jan 09, 2011 at 10:16 PM
Everyone I know is having a boy, so I will say girl.
Posted by: Amy T | Jan 09, 2011 at 10:22 PM
I know I already posted, but I was thinking that Fisher Maddox was such a cute and boyish name! p.s. I really just wanted to try for another shot for those cookies. ;)
But I really do love the name too!
Posted by: Kristin Morris | Jan 09, 2011 at 10:23 PM
ADORABLE!!! I need to make some of these because this year I am being blessed with three new grandchildren! So far, a girl and a boy, but #3 is still a mystery:) So if you are having a BOY:), I love the names Levi and Max. These cookies are just THE CUTEST!
Posted by: Sue | Jan 09, 2011 at 10:36 PM
I was thinking girl.....but now I'll guess boy! :)
Posted by: Kylie Barnes | Jan 09, 2011 at 10:36 PM
A boy! Names: Aidan, Ethan, Luke?
Posted by: Hannah | Jan 09, 2011 at 10:52 PM
A Boy! One of my favorite boy names is Tate.
Posted by: Susannah | Jan 09, 2011 at 10:55 PM
Wow. Your food looks just amazing. We'd love to see your stuff posted at dishfolio.com!
Posted by: Lacey @ dishfolio | Jan 09, 2011 at 10:57 PM
Congratulations!! I suggest Brayden, and not just because it's my beautiful sons name :)
Posted by: Atousa | Jan 09, 2011 at 11:39 PM
I might be reading too much into your last hint, but are you having twins?! If so, congrats! If not, congrats anyway! :D I will suggest a couple boys' names just in case (I think it would be funny if you were having a boy *and* a girl and didn't need any suggestions for a girl's name only because you already had one picked out). But anyway, I like Daniel, Matthew, Michael, Mark, James, and David (I'm a fan of classic names so my suggestions would probably sound boring to some, heh). Mainly I just love a chance to win some of your cookies! Congrats again! :)
Posted by: Lisa G. | Jan 10, 2011 at 12:11 AM
I know it's a boy already, and my vote is for Milo. Then next time, get yourself an Otis, and you're set. ;-)
Posted by: Nicole/navygreen | Jan 10, 2011 at 02:59 AM
I wish it's a GIRL :O)
In case is a boy... I like Mark, Caleb or Justin
Posted by: Mima | Jan 10, 2011 at 03:02 AM
A BOY named Hudson! That's for me.
Posted by: Rachael | Jan 10, 2011 at 07:55 AM
Love and Congratulations to you!
The peeking baby cookies and cupcakes are ah-dorable!
Posted by: Janet | Jan 10, 2011 at 08:13 AM
So I know you've already posted winners but I have to get in on the name game....'cause its so much fun! First, congrats on the news of having another baby boy! Boys are wonderful little creatures....I have two of them! Some of my favorite boy names? Nolan (my first born), Ian (my baby), Wyatt, Liam, Eli...
By the way, I continue to be amazed by all of your incredible talent! I rarely post comments but I check in to both of your blogs often. You're super amazing!!
Congrats again on the baby news!! Such an exciting time!!
Posted by: Erica | Jan 10, 2011 at 09:13 AM
Guess I missed this one! And I came up with some great ideas, too!
Posted by: Barbara | Jan 10, 2011 at 01:25 PM
I'm guessing a precious baby boy! How about the name Oliver! Congratulations! I hope you have a great pregnancy!
Posted by: tricia.gascoyne@gmail.com | Jan 10, 2011 at 03:15 PM
Congratulations :D Absolutely gorgeous cookies and cupcakes! So cute!!!!
Posted by: Jennifer (Delicieux) | Jan 10, 2011 at 03:24 PM
What do you think I am having, a boy or girl? And if by chance, you were to guess boy for some random reason, can you please also suggest some names? Thank you.
maybe a girl! i've always thought the name ellie was adorable. :)
Posted by: Clarelle | Jan 10, 2011 at 07:40 PM
So happy and excited for you - and I love the peeking baby! Too adorable!
Posted by: Kristen | Jan 11, 2011 at 08:48 AM
I'm guess a boy and I love the name Wayne or Harry.
Posted by: Jeanette Ashley | Jan 11, 2011 at 06:17 PM
This is my first time commenting and I just want you to know that I love your blog. My mom is a professional wedding cake designer and I....I could barley ice a cupcake. I love to bake most of all when Im stressed out. And I always go to your site. Reading your blog always brightens my day.
Corny I know. Im just that way.
I suggest Phoenix. Mostly bc its my sons name and I have always gotten great comments on it. His middle name is James so we could call him PJ. But we never have.
Thanks and good luck!
Posted by: Danielle | Jan 11, 2011 at 06:23 PM
These are, for sure, the most adorable and beautiful cookies and cupcakes I have ever seen! And congratulations on the baby!
Posted by: Patricia Scarpin | Jan 13, 2011 at 06:46 AM
These are adorable!!
Posted by: Ingrid | Jan 13, 2011 at 01:45 PM
A boy. I'll say Razy.
Posted by: Shiry | Jan 13, 2011 at 08:00 PM
Boy Oh Boy They are so much Fun my two are big boys now 25 and 20 I am liking the name Remington (Remi) my neice named her little boy that he's adorable. clark is also a favorite!
Posted by: lisa Garbrick | Jan 14, 2011 at 10:20 PM
Thank you so much for this post. I found it really useful. I love the look of your blog btw!
Posted by: Baby Names | Jan 17, 2011 at 04:57 AM
Ok HI first of all!! And congrats!! :) Where have I been? well my computer crashed and I lost you. Of course it would've been super easy to Google you but I "lost" you in my brain...like totally forgot that I used to read here and i am mommy EVERY DAY. Duh. So I found you again and have a baby naming tip...We had boy #5 in Sept and had a unique naming experience (for us). We have ALWAYS picked a name of each gender early on and stuck with it. This time, we picked the boy name we had with our first girl but never ended up using and thought we were done. Only a week or so before baby came (we still didn't know gender), I just *knew* this isn't the "one." But when baby was 5 days old and it was time to let our pastor announce to church we had a baby, we didn't want to look totally ridiculous and not have a name still. So that morning, we sat down with our kids and new baby. And my hubs said the 5 names we had narrowed it down to (3 biblical names, 2 scandanavian names, since our other kids are a mix of those). When he said "Elijah" our 5 day old son opened his eyes and looked at his dad. He chose his name. Worked for us. :)
Yes, we are that crazy. Or lazy. We have 7 kids 12 and under, our brain cells are depleted. Totally. Which is why I lost you. So glad I'm back...aren't you? don't answer that :P
Posted by: Jana | Jan 28, 2011 at 12:56 PM
Just wanted to let you know that you inspired me and I used this idea for my friend's baby shower!
http://craving-sugar.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Jen | Apr 17, 2011 at 06:30 PM
hello i just wanted to congrats you for your crazy baby and your cookies and your cupcakes, and wanted to ask you the white on the cupcakes is royal icing too? a friend saw the pictures and she got crazy about them cuz she wants to make them for her future grandson.
i will really appreciate if you answer back
thank you in advance
Posted by: betty | Jun 02, 2011 at 06:25 PM
These are SO CUTE!
Posted by: Emily | Jul 18, 2011 at 02:59 PM