BisQuotes

🤩🙌🏼🤩 Shout out to Hak who always goes above & beyond… not just for me, but for ALL his customers. Hak is an 🌟 ABSOLUTE STAR 🌟 … see what I did there… 😉 and a legend

Romantic UPDATE:

💕They snuck their Anniversary BisQuotes into the cinema on date night! So sweet! 💕

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July 4th … A big day here 🇬🇧 and there🇺🇸 GET OUT AND VOTE 🇬🇧 LET FREEDOM RING 🇺🇸

Happy Anniversary BisQuotes 🥂This lovely customer wants to give her sister & sister-in-law a surprise in the post. The brief was to keep it colourful, fun and simple. A personalised message card is included. 🥰

SIZE: 9x6cm, a hearty 6mm deep
FLAVOUR: Lemon Zest
DESIGN DETAILS: Hand-stamped personalised messages, xoxoxo borders, inlaid hearts, a sprinkling of festive glitter

Bespoke BisQuotes start at £4 each ~ and come in simple, graphic eco-friendly packaging. Please DM for more information.

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For Kate’s Hen Do… 🩵💙 Did you know that Forget-Me-Nots symbolise true love & respect, and are considered a symbol of fidelity & faithfulness ~ which plays very nicely in thinking of this bride’s impending marriage.

These unique little flowers are also a tender loving touch in reference to Kate’s grandmothers who both suffer from dementia; the Alzheimer Society’s > Alzheimer's Society > much loved forget-me-not flower is a symbol which gently reminds us to never forget those who have experienced this disease.

These BisQuote ‘tasters’ will accompany the champagne toast at Kate’s Hen 🥂 Customised colour, messaging, floral spec, details below.

A special shout out to customer, Lynn, who ordered from BisQuotes because she enjoys supporting small businesses! 💙🩵

SIZE: 7cm, a hearty 6mm deep
FLAVOUR: Zest
DESIGN DETAILS: Hand-stamped message, forget-me-nots, edible glitter

Floral BisQuotes start at £4 each ~ and come in simple, graphic eco-friendly packaging. Please DM for more information.

LONDON PRIDE! Enjoy ~ have FUN this weekend! 🤩🌈🤩

BisQuotes start at £4 each ~ and come in simple, graphic eco-friendly packaging. Please DM for more information.

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Who’s your GOAT?

She knows who she is, and she is fabulous. I told her so, via Floral BisQuotes! is the 🙌🏼 originator 🙌🏼 of Botanical Bas Relief. Her work is absolutely beautiful, follow her to see her talents… a stunning array of commissions, projects in-progress and pieces to purchase (Etsy). A book of her art is coming out in the near future… she’s got so many exciting projects going…

All florals shown are grown right here in the UK… Cornflower, Viola, Purple Basil, Lemon Balm, Amaranth… subtley flavourful, they make for lovely decoration.

Floral BisQuotes start at £4 each ~ and come in simple, graphic eco-friendly packaging. Please DM for more information.

It’s National Biscuit Day!

What better time to introduce myself to some of my new customers & followers (thanks to the article for the interview recently🧑🏼‍🍳)

My name is Carol, I’m originally from 🇺🇸 but I’ve been living in 🇬🇧 for nearly half my life now. My passions are baking, graphic design, and catchy phrases. So naturally, I have an affinity for typography, clever wording, and memorable details. Baking has been a passion since I was young, having been raised by a domestic goddess whose home-baking was exceptional. You can catch a glimpse of her beautiful rolling pin. >> swipe >>

BisQuotes was born 3 years ago - a small business making artisanal type-y, message-y biscuits for gifts, celebrations and events, promotions, & shops.
 
I describe my designs as simple and graphic… bringing a smile to the mind and a tickle to the tastebuds. 🥰 I also have an affinity for the absurd… I love puns! 🙃 And I’m a bit obsessed with all things creepy-cool, which is why you might find the odd eyeball, poisonous toadstool, or life-like maggot in my range. All edible, of course! 😈

Developing BisQuotes into a small business has been an interesting journey, it’s allowed me to meet new friends, make interesting connections & develop lovely partnerships, amongst them to name a few.

I so appreciate you tuning in to see what I get up to! For more details on how to order BisQuotes, or for a price guide, please DM me. My website is here: bisquotes.co.uk

Congrats to the CLASS OF 2024!

Celebration BisQuotes make a great gift for graduates, details below. DM to order 🎓

SIZE: Xtra large biscuit, 10cm round, a hearty 6mm deep
FLAVOURS: Choose from Vanilla Bean, Chocolate, Chocolate Orange, Chocolate Mint, Lemon Zest
DESIGN DETAILS: Hand-stamped initial with name/message, hearts and dotty border; edible glitter
Price: £9

BisQuotes come in a festive bag with colourful string tie + tag; eco-friendly; posted as first class / Royal Mail

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I’m quite excited & honoured to be featured in the print version of the Telegraph today alongside other mature foodies ~ all of us have moved on from established careers to do something a bit different in this next stage of life, small business owners whose culinary passions have led us down all sorts of interesting paths. I feel inspired reading the stories of the other interviewees.

The online article is here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/features/over-60-food-business-entrepreneurs/

Thanks to for her brilliant piece of writing, and to for some great photos!

DAD JOKES 🤩 SUPERHERO 🤩 BIG LOVE 🤩 FATHER’S DAY is just around the corner ~ 17th June ~ so I’m taking orders from now til Friday 7th June ~ please DM to place your order

BAD DAD JOKES:
Lots of fun graphics & details on these, guaranteed to make your Dad smile from ear to ear. You supply the joke, or I can help here.🤭
Size: 9x6cm rectangle, 8cm circle, a hearty 6mm deep
Design Details: Stamping, hand-pressed letters, 3D stars, edible glitter
Price: Set of 2, £12

SUPERHERO DAD:
Comic book colours + 3D lettering will make your Dad feel like Superman 🦸‍♂️
Size: 9x6cm rectangle, 8cm circle, a hearty 6mm deep
Price: £6

BIG BIG BIG LOVE:
Show him how much you care ❤️
Size: ‘BIG’ 8cm round, ‘LOVE’ 10cm round; a hearty 6mm deep
FEATURES: Hand pressed lettering, dotty border
PRICE: £6 each

FLAVOURS: Choose from Vanilla Bean, Chocolate, Lemon Zest or Beer (joking on that last one)

BisQuotes come in a festive bag with colourful string tie + tag; eco-friendly

WE ARE TYPE St Bride Foundation was founded in 1891 and, to this day, remains a treasure trove of graphic design, printing, typography & book design history. The annual Wayzgoose* fundraiser is on Sunday. Come one, come all to support ! Lots to see and do… and purchase too…

BisQuotes will be there to support, ‘We Are Type’ is a catchphrase used on St Bride’s print materials. For the Wayzgoose, I’ve made ‘WE ARE TYPE’ BisQuotes - an edible version of their pin badge design. And also 26 no. letterpress-inspired BisQuotes… A ~ Z. 😋

The St Bride Foundation receives no core government funding; 90% of its income comes from venue hire, with the rest generated through fundraising.

*an entertainment given by a master-printer to mark the beginning of a new season

You dream it, I’ll create it 🎁 BisQuotes are as big as your palm, a hearty 6mm deep; choose from a selection of gourmet flavours. Prices start at £4 each 👌🏽 Pictured are Initial BisQuotes ~ one for each member of the team ~ in letterpress fonts. A Raspberry & Lemon Zest base captures a bit of red within the biscuits. DM for a price list or more info.

After 38 Years of dedicated service to the NHS… time to rest, relax & rejuvenate! Congrats to .french 💙

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International Women’s Day 2024


World-renowned feminist, journalist and activist, Gloria Steinem, once said, ‘The story of women’s struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one organization but to the collective efforts of all who care about human rights.’

Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women’s equality. Collectively we can all . Celebrate women’s achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to drive gender parity. 💜 IWD 💜 belongs to everyone, everywhere. 🤗 Please share!

MUM’S THE WORD

I’m thrilled to be supplying Shakespeare’s Globe with bespoke BisQuotes for Mother’s Day. Did you know… the expression ‘Mum’s the word’ dates from about 1700, but mum, meaning “silence,” is much older. In Henry VI (1:2) Shakespeare wrote, ‘Seal up your lips, and give no words but mum.’

If your mum is a Shakespeare fan, head to The Globe’s online shop - or pop into the shop at the theatre - to pick up something from their range of gift ideas
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Pack of 6 ~ ROSE PETAL SHORTBREAD For Mother’s Day

I’m excited to tell you that Shakespeare’s Globe is stocking BisQuotes Lemon, Ginger & Thyme Shortbread ~ decorated with pressed roses herbs ~ for their Mother’s Day hampers >> swipe to see more. Fun fact: Shakespeare mentions roses over seventy times in his works, more than any other flower; we know that roses have associations with love, beauty and sweetness. But Shakespeare also used the rose to convey the painful side of love and the passing of time.

If your mum is a Shakespeare fan, you can head to The Globe’s online shop to order a hamper. Or, purchase a 6-pack of BisQuotes Shortbread, which you can find online or at the theatre’s gift shop. 🌹🌹🌹

Mother’s Day - SAY IT WITH FLOWERS - Taking orders til Friday 1st of March

💝‘SAY IT WITH FLOWERS’💝 An edible floral bouquet… carefully arranged Spring florals & delicate herbs match up when aligned (did you expect anything less of me? 😉), these are a real show-stopper and one of my best sellers 💛 Please DM to order

FLAVOURS: Choose from Early Grey with Orange Zest, Lemon Zest, Vanilla Bean or Dark Chocolate
SIZE: 8cm circle; a hearty 6mm thick
DESIGN DETAILS: Hand-pressed ‘MUM’ lettering, pressed florals & delicate micro herbs, a sprinkling of edible glitter to finish
PRICE: £24, set of 3

Mother’s Day BisQuotes come in simple eco-friendly festive packaging, including a heart-shaped tag… perfect for gift-giving

💙🇺🇦💛 Today, February 24th, marks exactly two years since the invasion of Ukraine. Perhaps today is a good day to think about making a donation to a Ukraine charity you supported at the time. Maybe you’d consider donating to the amazing charity, Voices of Children, which offers support for children affected by the trauma of war, providing them with specific treatment and rehabilitation. They work on the front line to deliver specialised programmes, from art therapy and video storytelling to mobile psychologists, to help children cope with the impact and long-lasting consequences of growing up in a war zone.


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HELLO 👋 I’m always interested in the backstories of the makers I follow ~ perhaps you’d like to know a bit more about me?… if so, here goes:

My background is in graphic design, so naturally, I have an affinity for typography, clever wording, and memorable details. Baking has been a passion since I was young, having been raised by a domestic goddess whose home-baking was exceptional.

So, what brought these two areas of interest together? On a trip to Japan a few years ago, I found an unusual set of biscuit cutters complete with individual letters of the alphabet, numbers and oddly adorable icons. I brought a set home to London… and the rest is history. BisQuotes was born - a small business making artisanal type-y, message-y biscuits for gifts, celebrations and events, promotions, and shops.

I describe my designs as simple and graphic… bringing a smile to the mind and a tickle to the tastebuds. 👩🏼‍🍳 I also have an affinity for the absurd… I love puns! 🙃 And I’m a bit obsessed with all things creepy-cool, which is why you might find the odd eyeball, poisonous toadstool, or life-like maggot in my range. All edible, of course! 😈

Developing BisQuotes into a small business has been an interesting journey, it’s allowed me to meet new friends, make interesting connections & develop lovely partnerships, amongst them to name a few.

I so appreciate you tuning in to see what I get up to! For more details on how to order BisQuotes, or for a price guide, please DM me.

Bespoke Valentine BisQuote

This is perhaps my favourite order from the past week of baking & making. With a nickname like ‘Sconeman’ it wasn’t too difficult for me to come up with something playful ~ a gift from his sweetheart… jammy !

BisQuotes are Freshly Baked ~ Small Batch ~ HomeMade Taste ~ Artisanal


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Not a Valentine ~ this thoughtful Bespoke BisQuote is on its way to someone recovering from a heart procedure. An upbeat 💗 message to put a smile on the recipient’s face. I love the soft pink and mocha colour palette here, a suggestion from my customer.

Who would you send a BisQuote to, to cheer someone up?

BisQuotes are Freshly Baked ~ Small Batch ~ HomeMade Taste ~ Artisanal

Prices start at £4, DM for further details.

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💝’LOVE & # # #’s’💝 Valentine’s Day BisQuotes 💝 Taking order til 7th February 💝 A perfect way to spread the love… if your sweetheart is into sharing. A great lil treat for the family. Yummy with a cup of hot cocoa! Swipe to see details.

FLAVOURS: 6no. Lemon & Raspberry, 6no. Dark Chocolate
SIZE: 5cm, a hearty 6mm deep
FEATURES: Pressed letters; stamped hearts; a sprinkling of edible glitter
PRICE: £12

PACKAGING: Valentines BisQuotes come in simple festive packaging, perfect for gift-giving



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JUST MY TYPE 💝 Valentine’s Day BisQuotes 💝 Taking order til 7th February

This is the original phrase that started BisQuotes 😊 And the perfect wording for your Valentine. Lots of design options to choose from… personally I love the look and crunch of sanding sugar to the sides! > swipe to view pic. To order, please DM me.

SIZE: 9x6 cm rectangle; 7.5cm circle; a hearty 6mm thick
FLAVOURS: Vanilla Bean or Dark Chocolate, Lemon & Raspberry
COLOURS: Neon Pink, Pinky Red, White, or a combo

PRICES:
£4/plain type; £5/hearts in corners; £6/raised hearts, dotty border
Add sanding sugar to the sides for an additional £1

PACKAGING: Valentines BisQuotes come in simple festive packaging, perfect for gift-giving

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XL LOVE 💝 Valentine’s Day BisQuotes 💝 Taking orders til 7th February

Robert Indiana’s ‘LOVE’, first produced in the early 1960’s, is the inspiration behind this super-sized 11cm show-stopper BisQuote. Lots of colour options >> choose your finish… glazed (slick!), pearlescent (romantic!) or matte (super-sophisticated!). Please DM to order. ❤️

XL SIZE: 11cm square, 5mm deep
FLAVOURS: Vanilla Bean, Dark Chocolate, Lemon & Raspberry
COLOURS: White, Red, Neon Pink, Neon Orange, Neon Green, Prussian Blue
FEATURES: Hand-pressed letters; matte, glazed or pearlescent finish; a sprinkling of edible glitter overtop is optional
PRICE: £11

PACKAGING: BisQuotes come in simple, festive, eco-friendly packaging, perfect for gift-giving


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Much Ado About… biscuits! ♥️🖤
I’m thrilled to be supplying Shakespeare’s Globe with bespoke BisQuotes for their Valentine’s Day offer. This collaboration has been great fun, working with the team to generate ideas using Shakespeare quotes from 3 plays: The Comedy of Errors, Henry VIII & Twelfth Night… can you match the quote to the play? I love the anti-Valentine’s option ~ in black icing ~ an irreverent alternative for those who may not be feeling all the feels for Feb 14th…

Head to The Globe’s website for more info on their festive hampers >> swipe to see details >> which come with all sorts of LOVE-ly items, including BisQuotes ~ or stop by the theatre’s gift shop where you can purchase individual BisQuotes ♥️🖤♥️

I asked the Birthday Boy if he’d ‘wait til tomorrow’ before eating, so that I could take a quick photo of his XL BisQuote… No such luck !! 😆 Actually, this half-eaten version is really cute… 🥰 HAPPY 21st TO WILL💥

Birthday BisQuotes are freshly made to order, as simple or as fancy as you like. Prices start at £4 (8cm). DM me for more info.

XL SIZE: 11.5mm round, a hearty 6mm deep
FLAVOUR: Vanilla Bean
FEATURES: Hand pressed numbers, inlaid sprinkles and sanding sugar stars, sanding sugar to the sides, a generous sprinkling of edible glitter
PRICE: £12

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