Use a pie recipe you love. This All Buttah Pie Dough is a classic. It’ll turn out expertly flaky, so long as you let it chill well before rolling. Which brings me to the next point . . . Make sure ...

baker cutting circles out of dough - PeopleImages.com - Yuri A/Shutterstock A lattice design on a pie crust is a timeless, stunning effect that requires advanced pastry knowledge and a deft touch.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We're all after that picture-perfect homemade pie — flaky, golden-brown, and expertly decorated with those intricate, swooping edges. But if ...