It has been a while since I have done one of these, so I decided to post it again:)
Shabby chic ????
I was sent a photo of this cake and I was asked to make one just like it. And so I did, as I loooved the cake. I also had to decorate 10 cupcakes to match the cake.
Enjoy the rest of the pictures. There are plenty:) I just love this cake:)
Parking lot cake
For a 3 year old that looves cars. He knows almost all different car brands by their logos, so his proud mummy asked me to make him a parking lot cake with 3 different cars.
The inside was 3 chocolate mousse with wild berries.
Guest post
Not a cake!!!....
instead I am happy to share with all of you some pieces of advice regarding cake decorating written by Carolyn from Blog Content Guild, a blog that highlights other creative and interesting blogs arround the world.
I was contacted by Carolyn and asked if I was interested in a guest blog column and aftter reading her article on cake decorating 101:) I decided it was a good a idea to share it with my readers.
I want to mention that I stand by every piece of advice given by her, I think this is how one should really begin this adventure, this is how I did it at least.
So for all you beginners out there and not only please take the time to read it. It is very helpful!!
Meal Plan Tips: Cake Decorating 101
After seeing all of Giovanna’s cakes, you may be wondering, “How can I start cake decorating?” Here are some tips to help you get a handle on this meal plan and become a cake decorating pro.
Watch the Professionals
Find a great cake decorating or cooking show and watch closely. This will help you learn insider tricks while also giving you a visual example of how to decorate. You can learn how to make a reverse shell border on a cake, just by watching someone else do it. You will notice that many cake decorators hold their bags at a precise angle while decorating (usually 45 degrees), or that some chefs prefer certain decorating tips over others.
Get Professional Supplies
Sure, you can decorate a cake with everyday household items, but nothing gives you precision like professional tools. Stock up on basic tools like pastry bags, decorating tips, couplers, spatulas (one small and one large), and gel food coloring (which will not change the consistency of your icing like liquid coloring).
Start Small
Instead of tackling a whole cake, start with something small, like cupcakes first! Decorating a whole cake can be daunting, so it could help you out to start with something a little more manageable. Many bakers also practice on plates before jumping on the real thing. If you don’t like what you see on the plate, just scoop up the icing for reuse and try again.
Practice Makes Perfect
None of us are going to be spectacular cake decorators on the first try. Give yourself time to practice and keep at it! Always try new techniques and, eventually, you will create the perfect cake.
Thank you Carolyn for taking the time to do this.
Horses for Sara
Made for a little girl who loves horses.
Her auntie wanted to give the little one a special cake. She chose the design and I made it for little Sara.
and a few close ups
As important as a car:)
I have come to this conclusion by the frequency I make these cakes:) But hey, I am so not the one to speak.... shoes are always on my mind:))
Audi A6 cake
The requirements for this cake were to be an A6 Audi and to incorporate somehow the Ecco name as well. As you can see, I went with a very outgoing girl that sticks her feet out the window and shows us that her beautiful legs are wearing Ecco. After doing the legs, I thought to myself, why not give her an Ecco bag as well:)
I also made the registration plates Ecco:))
Sorry about the quality of the photos. Black is very difficult to photograph. It looked so much better in reality.
Shopping... we all love shopping
For someone dear to me that loves to shop. I know she loves Mihai Albu, so I went with this fabulous Romanian shoe designer instead of your typical Italian ones:)
a shopping bag and a shoe box
the shoes are inside:)))
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