Latte art is a great way to add something special your simple latte and to make it look unique and decorative.

1. Pour one cup of milk into the pitcher. Steam the milk so that creates a smooth, velvety milk. You do not simply want foam.
2. When the milk reaches 80 degrees F, place the steam wand on the side of the pitcher so that the milk spins counterclockwise.
3. After, letting the milk settle, swirl the milk vigorously for 20 to 30 seconds.
4. Start to put the milk into the espresso. To create a flower pattern, pour the milk an inch away from the bottom of the cup. When the cup is half full, start shaking the pitcher back and forth with your hand- not your wrist.
5. Once the foam reaches the top of the cup, pour the remaining milk up the center of the pattern you created. Use as little milk as possible to avoid ruining the flower's shape.
6. Optional: Put a special touch on your design using stencils, powder, and milk foam.

Watch this YouTube video for more ideas and directions for great latte art:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVAp-8QDGz0&feature=related