For the nuts: I skewered the Macadamia nuts gently and set aside. I put 1/2c Light Corn Syrup, 1c superfine sugar and 1tsp water into a heavy glass measuring cup. Microwaved for 6.5min (Hard Crack stage), dyed pink and then let cool for a min or two (Until bubbling stops). I carefully dipped each nut and let majority of the syrup drip back into the bowl and once hardened slightly, I put each skewer under a cuttingboard on my counter to continue to dry (Good idea to put a cookie sheet on the floor to catch any drippings). I hope that makes sense :)