Christmas Cookie Decorating Kit Target

10 Decorating Tools You'll Need to Make Pretty Christmas Cookies

These cookie decorating tools are great additions to your Christmas list—but why wait? Get 'em now to make your holiday treats spectacular.

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Cookie Turntable

Like a lazy Susan specifically for decorating cookies, this rotating surface ($20) keeps awkward reaches out of the cookie decorating equation. Since you don't have to rotate cookies with your hands, it prevents smudges and mistakes when making even the most impressive cookie arrangements.

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Christmas Stencils

Take the guesswork out of precise decorations by using pre-made stencils ($13). Spread over them with royal icing or melted chocolate, or sprinkle them with cocoa or colored sugar to add fuss-free details to any cookie. Before you start to decorate, read up on these cookie decorating tips.

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Scriber Needle Set

These thin needles ($6) can be used to gently drag icing to create ornate swirling patterns and subtle textures. Their fine points are also handy for popping air bubbles, prying decorations from parchment and removing fondant shapes from molds.

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Airbrushing Kit

Vivid backgrounds and smooth-flowing color gradients are a cinch with an airbrushing kit ($120). Use one to set a backdrop for other decorations or pair with a stencil to whip up large batches of beautiful cookies.

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Christmas Cookie Gift Box

Put the finishing touches on your Christmas creations with a cheery gift box ($16). Thanks to the see-through windows, recipients will get a sneak peek at your delightfully decorated cookies.

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Check out our easy Christmas cookie decorating ideas.

Note: Every product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Originally Published: December 20, 2018

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