Tools

Here's a list of the tools I use to make all the recipes on my blog.

Sifter/Strainer - especially when making macarons, make sure to have a fine sieve sifter to produce smooth shells.

OXO Good Grips 8-Inch Double Rod Strainer

Fine Mesh Flour Sifter

Piping Bags - I prefer disposable piping bags for easy clean up.  They come in a variety of sizes.  This brand has an anti-slip finish, which is helpful!

12" Hand-E-Grip Disposable Pastry Bag
18" Hand-E-Grip Disposable Pastry Bag
21" Hand-E-Grip Disposable Pastry Bag

Cookie Scoops - for consistently round cookies that are the same size.

OXO Good Grips Small Cookie Scoop
OXO Good Grips Medium Cookie Scoop
OXO Good Grips Large Cookie Scoop

Pastry Scraper/Chopper - useful for cutting/lifting doughs and cleaning your workstation.

OXO Good Grips Multi-Purpose Pastry Scraper/Chopper

Offset Spatulas - use these for frosting cakes and cupcakes.

Ateco Small Sized Blade Ultra Spatula 

Ateco Medium Sized Blade Offset Ultra Spatula

Pastry Blender - use this for even blending of pastry doughs (pie dough)

OXO Good Grips Dough Blender with Blades