Tortilla Press

Chad Andrews was always tinkering in his garage, looking for ways to make everyday kitchen tools a little more exciting. One day, while making fresh tortillas for a family dinner, he thought, Why not make a tortilla press that’s not only functional but also super fun to use?

He grabbed some solid, sturdy steel and a piece of smooth wood, determined to make a press that could flatten tortillas with ease. But Chad wasn’t just interested in practicality—he wanted to add a bit of personality to it. So, he carved a fun, smiling sun into the wooden handle, making sure it looked like it was grinning every time you pressed down. He polished the metal, giving it a shiny finish, and added little feet so the press wouldn’t slip while in use.

When he finished, Chad proudly showed off his creation to his cousin, Sara, who was an expert at making tacos. She smiled when she saw the sun on the handle. “I love it! It’s like the press is happy to help make tortillas.”

They got to work, rolling out dough and pressing the perfect round tortillas. With a satisfying squish every time they used it, the press made the task a breeze. And the best part? The sun’s smile seemed to brighten up the whole kitchen.

By the end of the night, there was a pile of warm tortillas, and everyone was talking about how easy and fun it had been to make them. The tortilla press had become the star of the meal—not just for its practicality, but because it made everything a little more joyful.

Chad's happy sun tortilla press wasn't just a tool; it was a reminder that sometimes, a little bit of fun can make even the simplest tasks feel special.

(Made by Chad Andrews for In The Kitchen Contest)