Cakes we made in August, 2009
Shooting Stars Birthday Cake
Had a lovely day today. Lots of cake orders this week so I wanted to plan to have some time with Dexter so that he was not watching every episode ever made of Ben Ten.
We went to the gym and had a work out, had lunch there, picked up his nanny and all went to the park.
So now that he is tucked up and fast asleep I can tell you about my latest cake.
The Ultimate Bridezilla Cake
I have seen this cake many times before but thought that I would write a little about it.
It doesn’t actually need any more coverage. I’m pretty sure that if I did a search on Google to find a bit more info on it I would find that it has been viewed maybe 5 million times. … continue reading ‘The Ultimate Bridezilla Cake’
Tiffany Birthday Cake
Good evening folks.
All is quiet again. My son Dexter has been staying with his nanny up north for a week and he got back yesterday.
Within an hour of his return the lounge was upside down and the noise level was up a couple of decibels.
As he is now fast asleep it is peaceful and I can get a bit of work done without being asked why dogs can’t talk or what the sharpest thing in the universe is.
For all the noise and interruptions I am so pleased he is home.
I made a couple of cakes over the weekend - theres a funny thing! … continue reading ‘Tiffany Birthday Cake’
Get your Sugar Fix at Cake Central
I have just found a brilliant website for anyone who likes making, looking at or eating cakes. I like doing all three.
Where can I find this sugar fest I hear you ask. The website is called CakeCentral … continue reading ‘Get your Sugar Fix at Cake Central’
Colette’s Cakes
I love all things cake and love looking at new ideas and anything out of the ordinary.
Colette Peters is a cake designer in New York who creates the most outstanding cakes. … continue reading ‘Colette’s Cakes’
Anniversary Cake
I was asked to make this cake by a lovely lady living in the North East.
My first thought was “how fab, someone all the way up there want a cake from me in Essex” and then wondered how I was going to get it there! … continue reading ‘Anniversary Cake’
Lemon Birthday Cake
Hello again, I am back after my hols. The weather I ordered did not turn up except for a few hours one morning when I got very sunburned.
Still had a good break and got to stay in a windmill. Now my little cherub is having a week with his nanny and grandad up north eating screwballs so he is happy and I can get lots done.
Back to the point in hand. This lemon cake was made for a 50th birthday celebration. … continue reading ‘Lemon Birthday Cake’
10 Tips for Smooth Cake Covering
A clean, smooth finish could turn your next cake into a professional looking celebration cake and it is easy to achieve if you follow a few guidelines.
Here are my top ten tips (could I get any more T words in there) for creating a lovely smooth cake. … continue reading ‘10 Tips for Smooth Cake Covering’
Cute for Cupcakes
With the trend for mini cakes and cupcakes on the increase this mini cupcake stand is a lovely accessory to compliment your scrumptious cupcakes. … continue reading ‘Cute for Cupcakes’
