Bad Baker | Christmas Cupcakes

Hello lovelies! A merry December to you all :]
I don't know about any of you, but ever since the weather's been getting a little frostier, and Christmas began looking just around the corner; I've been enjoying night's in more than ever! I've been getting warm and cozy inside with a blanket, a mug of hot chocolate, and a good book. And sometimes you just need something warm and sweet out the oven to accompany that.
Today I thought I'd share with you my recent attempt at Christmas cupcakes, as part of my month long quest for the perfect Christmas treat :]

Now you should all know by now that I am not a fabulous baker. In fact, I wouldn't even describe myself as 'good', as I am usually awful! But even disastrous people like myself can still enjoy baking and feel a sense of satisfaction when things don't go as bad as they could. This would be one of those times.
I followed a simple vanilla cupcake recipe, very similar to this one. And then just had all sorts of childish fun with icing and decoration!

Now as you can see, they are not the neatest or most perfect of cupcakes. I doubt I'll ever be the best baker, I'll never have people 'ooh' and 'aahh' over my mad bake skillz, and I'm more likely to create a mess in the kitchen rather than a masterpiece. That being said though, it'll never stop me trying!
I have so much fun trying and failing than never giving it a go, and I urge you all to try too. This month I will be giving myself a few baking challenges, probably all Christmas themed and I hope you enjoy seeing my failures.. and mild successes (maybe). So put your feet up and follow along, laugh at my disasters, or even join me by baking your own Christmas treats! Let me know :]
Lots of love!

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