Category Archives: wedding

Chris and Faye’s Wedding – Cake & Photography

Posted on 01/11/2012 by admin

I was truly honoured to be charged with providing the cake AND the photography for a beautiful wedding at the spectacular Banqueting House in central London. The cake was chocolate and red velvet in four tiers (12″, 10″, 8″ and 6″.) … Continue reading →

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Love is all you need…

Posted on 28/06/2012 by admin

Well that, a beautiful bride, a charming groom, a dress to die for, a three tier cake and a few snaps to remember the big day… but that’s not quite as catchy now is it? Gemma and I have been … Continue reading →

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I dream in buttercream – Part 2!

Posted on 16/06/2012 by admin

The internet is full of tutorials on how to create a buttercream swirl that looks like a rose. I even have a tutorial on here! Well if you’ve been reading my blog you’ll know i’ve found a pair of girls … Continue reading →

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Wonderful white chocolate cake! ~Recipe~

Posted on 19/05/2012 by admin

I was given this recipe after I asked on my facebook page for inspiration. I have to say it is TO DIE FOR. I was seriously impressed and so were the couple I was making it for. This recipe is now … Continue reading →

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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! Share on Facebook

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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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