Abstract: A method of dough processing for dividing dough sheets into separate decorative portions in which a continuous repetitive die cuts of interlocking shapes therein. A no waste shape cutting method in which a plurality of identical interlocking shapes are derived from processed dough strips. Each representation defines a portion of an adjacent identical shape thereby utilizing essentially all of the usable dough with little or no waste associated therewith.

Abstract: A multi-purpose accessory item comprises a hollow superstructure which is removably mounted on a base. The superstructure has one area of reduced cross-sectional thickness formed on its interior surface which can be easily removed to create an opening in the superstructure. In one embodiment, the superstructure is shaped as a stone or brick pyramid and the area of reduced thickness coincides with the simulated mortar between the stone or brick.