This cake is so terribly, wonderfully creepy, yes? I mean just perfect, in a terribly, wonderfully creepy kind of way. And I’m proud to say that my first thought was the scene from Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom where they are served monkey brains. Sure enough, that was the inspiration, so go me and my ’80s movie knowledge. … Read More ...
Frankenstein Cake… I mean…
Frankenstein’s Monster, that is. As a total nerd of literature, not only do I find this cake crazy perfect, adorable and even easy to recreate, but I appreciate the blogger’s literary accuracy. Of course, as a said nerd, I’ve also argued that in our current cultural moment, Frankenstein has been so thoroughly adopted as the monster himself, that’s it’s acceptable … Read More ...
Shirt Cake Tutorial
This simple, round shirt cake looks impossibly perfect, but the step-by-step photographs and instructions lead me to believe it’s a cinch to put together. And the stitched pocket on the side of the cake is just right. Yep, I vote round for shirt cakes from here on out. Make the cake HERE at Cake Whiz.
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Fondant Flowers Tutorial
Imagine stumbling upon a field of this sweet gorgeousness. Learn to make these fondant flowers and find great tips and tricks and how-tos for working with fondant (beginners and those fearful of fondant should check this out!) HERE at Glorious Treats.
… Read More ...Back to School Pencil Cake
As soon as I spotted this cake I recognized it as the real pencil and school supply cake from One Charming Party that I posted on back HERE. Sure enough, that was the inspiration. But this one you can actually eat. Find the (way cool to watch) how-tos for decorating the pencil cake HERE at Bakingdom.
… Read More ...Easy Homemade Roses for Decorating
Easy, peasy and quick but somehow still utterly beautiful. Go Callye. Find an easy (really, all you need is the right tip) tutorial to make your own icing roses to store for decorating HERE at The Sweet Adventures of Sugarbelle.
… Read More ...The Colors You Can Create with a Basic Box of Food Coloring
Go Food Network Magazine. In a recent issue they explored food coloring. Check out the gorgeous array of colors you can create from a basic box of food coloring, thanks to this handy guide that instructs exactly how many drops of each you need to get these results. Find the how-tos posted on their site HERE at the Food … Read More ...
Peacock Cake and Cupcakes
Peacocks lend themselves so beautifully to cakes. Here is a case in point. Find the cake recipe and step-by-step how-tos, with photographs, to make this stunning peacock cake–and tips for using the feathers for cupcakes, too–HERE at Cake Whiz.
… Read More ...Very Hungry Caterpillar Party
I’ve seen such a deserving upswing in Very Hungry Caterpillar parties of late. And I’m all for them. There is just so much fodder in this clever book that translates into perfect party food and decor. I’m loving the details of this Very Hungry Caterpillar party hosted by Craftsmumship. Check out this cake HERE.
… Read More ...Hello Kitty Cake Tutorial
For all those Hello Kitty sweets fans out there (and I know there are many… sighing now to remember the Hello Kitty craze of my long ago youth), this tutorial for crafting a Hello Kitty cake has helpful step-by-step photos and easy to follow instructions. Find it HERE at Wee Love Baking.
… Read More ...Mountain Cake
For the rock climber, maybe? Young or old(er)? Make an easy mountain climbing cake from store-bought goodies HERE at Parents.
… Read More ...Ombre Beach Cake
This post is rather fitting as I run for the beach today to avoid the lead-filled dust of house renovations. Yet another lovely, gorgeous, but seemingly easy to re-create, creation from Bird on a Cake… Find the step-by-step how-tos to make this Ombre Beach Cake, including a template for the chocolate sand dollar decorations, HERE at Bird on a … Read More ...
Easy Fairy Garden Cake
Easy to make and decorate, but the sugar-loaded and sweet decorations would most certainly satisfy my daughter’s fairy requirements. Find the how-tos to make the magical garden cake HERE at Parents.
… Read More ...4th of July Fireworks Cake
This painted fireworks cake is perfectly festive for the 4th of July, but do-able to make and decorate, even with a kid’s help. Make a marbled, red, white and blue cake with painted fireworks HERE at Bird on a Cake.
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Lego Birthday Ideas
Cuteness abounds at this Lego-themed birthday party by Crazy Little Projects, and not just the cake. Lego utensil holders, juice boxes, favors… definitely a must-see for the Lego-obsessed party planner, and all ideas that are doable and recreate-able.
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