Category Archives: wedding

Valentines swirled heart cookies

Posted on 27/01/2012 by admin

The technique of flood icing uses wet royal icing to decorate cookies which then dries into a hard, glossy, beautiul coating. All you need is some royal icing and a piping bag! Simply pipe thicker royal icing onto a cookie … Continue reading →

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How to: Make a chocolate giant cupcake case

Posted on 03/10/2011 by admin

Giant cupcakes are all the rage right now. The moulds are easily and cheaply available on ebay or Amazon and in many high-street shops. To make your giant cupcake extra special you can use the silicon mould to create a … Continue reading →

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Did you know you could hand paint cakes?

Posted on 11/03/2011 by admin

I am sure there are complex tutorials on how best to do this, i simply used paste food colourings, a little glycerine and a new paintbrush!

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Cath Kidston inspired cupcakes

Posted on 03/03/2011 by admin

There are few ‘labels’ whose designs are as pliable as Cath Kidston. From those infamous handbags found on every high street to beautiful chintzy crockery to piles of sumptuous cushions in polka dot and florals, Cath does them all brilliantly. … Continue reading →

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Divine chocolate truffles…

Posted on 13/01/2011 by admin

Who knew you could make mouth wateringly smooth, dreamy, self indulgent chocolate truffles at home, i certainly didnt! But guess what, you can! And far more importantly, YOU SHOULD!!! This is a hopelessly easy chocolate truffle recipe. Its a Gordon … Continue reading →

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New Stencil: Chandelier

Posted on 21/11/2010 by admin

I’ve just received these beautiful chandelier stencils from the US. I ordered them online as i couldnt find a UK supplier. I think they are simply stunning!! I made these cookies this morning to test out the stencils. They are … Continue reading →

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Mum’s wedding cake

Posted on 01/11/2010 by admin

I wanted to make a surprise wedding cake for my Mum. I knew she didnt want a ‘fuss’ but as far as i was concerned she simply HAD to have a wedding cake, no matter what she said!!! I wanted … Continue reading →

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Wonky Wedding Cake

Posted on 27/10/2010 by admin

My first attempt at a Wonky Cake!

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Home made chocolate truffles

Posted on 15/01/2010 by admin

This is a really simple chocolate truffle recipe. Its a Gordon Ramsey recipe and the original can be found here. Ingredients: 250ml double cream 250ml single cream 500g dark chocolate (about 70% cocoa solids) 130g butter, diced 130g clear honey … Continue reading →

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