Wedding Cake Toppers To Make You Grin : )

Next to the bride's dress, the cake is the second most anticipated item at the wedding. And to personalize your cake there are some new cake toppers available that are quite irresistible.

Perhaps the groom plays soccer?

Still dressed in his shorts and shin pads? Give 'em a red card! Great for either the wedding cake or groom's cake, our whimsically styled topper is made of porcelain with vivid, handpainted details. The set includes both a bride and groom figurine, each figurine measures 5.5" tall.

So much for "hooked on a feelin'"... you go girrrl. You got him hook line and sinker! : )

You got 'em, now he's hooked on love! It's ok if you've never cast a fishing line in your life, this whimsically styled topper is made to poke a little fun at any persistent bride who finally hooked her guy. Made from painted porcelain , this topper set includes both a bride and groom figurine that can be mixed and matched in your choice of African American or Caucasian. The two figurines easily attach together with a fishing line that can be adjusted long or short to accommodate different sized cakes.

Lasso him in!Made for the true cowboy and girl - or the couple that's just country-at-heart this whimsically styled topper shows the bride gettin' her groom with a real lasso. Made from painted porcelain , this topper set includes both a bride and groom figurine that attach together with an adjustable rope to accommodate different sized cakes. The groom measures 2.75" tall and 5.25" wide, the bride figurine measures 4.6" tall

The Ball and Chain Cake Topper would be great as a shower cake topper for the bride or the groom! (No so much for the wedding cake) : ) This is a kitschy and fun piece to use as a centerpiece or a cake topper at the bachelorette party, a bridal shower and if you dare - the wedding. Made of resin so it's lightweight, this cake topper measures 4.5" tall and 3.5" wide.

Wear Your Heart on Your Cake : ) Heart Cake Toppers

Where there's cake there's a topper; and your topper personalizes your cake and you as a couple. What is more traditional than the heart? Below are contemporary versions and traditional. They've come along way ... toppers that is, below are some of the newer designs and we think they are beautiful!

Love Knot Cake Topper - A refreshing departure from a classic figurine this glazed porcelain sculpture has a distinctly contemporary look . The knot at the base of the heart represents your commitment to love, honor and cherish for eternity. Each cake topper measures 6.5" tall and is meant to be displayed as a keepsake after your wedding.

Tropical Bliss Cake Topper - Not all beach weddings are barefoot-casual, and this glazed porcelain piece is made to be displayed at the most luxurious of tropical settings. Its simple-chic design looks great with minimally decorated cakes, and if your cake is to be elaborately embellished with flowers, seashells or icing, it serves as an appropriately subtle finishing touch. Each figurine measures
5.75" tall.

Love and Lace - From smooth pearls to lacy embroidery, a wonderful play of textures makes this romantically styled cake topper stand out. The white resin base looks like white icing so the transition from cake to topper is very subtle. Each piece measures 8" tall and includes a secret compartment for storing a keepsake after your wedding.

Hearts Flourish - Spirited and spontaneous, this glazed porcelain design is meant to bring a distinct contemporary style to your cake top. After the wedding your cake topper becomes a keepsake and a beautiful object d'art on a bookshelf or in a collector's cabinet. This piece measures 6.5" tall.

Take My Hand - A modern version of the traditional figurine, this cake topper depicts a romantic moment between the bride and goom as they're framed by a heart. Each piece is crafted in glazed porcelain so the topper has a smooth finish and a bit of shine. Measures 5.75" tall.

Cake Slice Boxes With Bakers Twine ... So Simple. So Elegant!

I love these! They are just plain cute! Cake Slice Boxes. It looks like you have what you are suppose to have "a piece of cake!" Have your guest take home a delicious slice of your wedding cake in our generously-sized cake slice box! The boxes make great wedding favor packaging as well! Rubber stamp an image on them, adhere a decorative sticker on them or simply tie a classy ribbon around them to jazz them up! Shipped flat for easy handling and shipping. Completely undecorated and white color only. Measurements:5" square x 3-1/2" H

Instructions:

• These generously-sized cake boxes are perfect for that delicious slice of wedding cake your guest will take home. The boxes make perfect packaging for your favors as well!
• The boxes are shipped flat for easy handling and shipping.
• Place your favors inside the box and then bring up the sides of the box and then close the box.
• Wrap the box several times with the baker's twine. Thread one end of the twine through the hang tag.
• Make a bow tie with the twine for the finishing touch.

Red Velvet Cake For Your Wedding Cake ... Not So Strange : )

What's one of the hottest wedding cake flavors today? Red Velvet cake -- an old Southern specialty that has had a resurgence of popularity. Couples love the color (Red) created by blemding cocoa powder and red food coloring and they crave the "not-too-sweet" batter and
cream cheese frosting. Red velvet is also a creative way to personalize your wedding -- it tastes great, looks great and makes a good conversation piece at the table : ) And, don't forget ... you can also make red velvet cupcakes! Need a recipe? Here is the easy version:

The Cake

1 pkg. (18.25 oz.) German Chocolate cake Mix

1 pkg (3.4 oz) Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix

2 Tbs. cocoa Powder

1 Cup sour cream

1/3 cup oil

3 eggs

1 oz. liquid red food coloring

Frosting:

8 oz. cream cheese

1/2 cup butter softened

4 cups confectioner's sugar

1 Tbs. milk

3/4 tsp. vanilla

• Preheat oven to 350^oF. Grease 2 (9") round cake pans. Combine cake mix, pudding mix and cocoa. Stir in sour cream, 1/2 cup water, oil, eggs and fool coloring. On medium speed beat 2 minutes. Divide batter between pans. Bake 30 minutes or until pick instead into centers comes out clean. Cool.
• Frosting: on medium beat cream cheese, and butter. Slowly beat in sugar, then milk and vanilla until fluffy. Fill and frost cake.

Want more recipes? Check out Smitten Kitten; Cake Man Raven; Epicurious; Martha Stewart's recipe or simply put a request in the search engine under "Red Velvet."

Easier still; buy one : ) at Amazon.com or Bake Me a Wish's Red Velvet Chocolate Anniversary Cake

The Fake Wedding Cake -- An inexpensive alternative!

Fake Cake for your wedding? Before you turn your nose up about the idea of this new trend, think about it, we have fake teeth, fake designer bags, fake hair and nails, and so on. Isn't everything about the presentation? So, why not go with a fake cake to save money?

The concept is very simple. Fake cakes are usually made of styrofoam and Permaice icing or they can be decorated with real icing. -- Most cakes, offer a spot where you can insert a piece of real cake (there is a slice cut out of the styrofoam) - and the bride and groom can actually cut the (fake cake) and produce a real slice of cake. And, you can have the top tier as a real cake if you like (the one you save for your anniversary.)

For the budget-minded bride and groom, fake cakes are a less costly alternative to buying an expensive wedding cake. The idea is to have an elegant, multi-tiered pretend cake for show while serving guests slices from a real, tasty and inexpensive sheet cake (usual hidden in the back room : )

If you think about it, at most weddings, after a bride and groom take the traditional first slice of their real wedding cake, it's often wheeled away from guests, out of their sight, to be cut up and served on plates. Do the same thing using a fake cake and a sheet cake, and guests will be none the wiser."

Create your own Edible Flowers

Create Delicious Candied flowers

Recipe By Edain McCoy's "Ostara"

Petals from any edible flower (These flowrs may be safely eaten and are suggested for this recipe: Pansy, violet, rose, nasturtium, gladiola, carnation, dianthus, calendula, squash blossom, lilac, marigold, dandelion, peach blossom, plum blossom, orange blossom, hibiscus, geranium, bachelor button, snapdragon, jasmine, gardenia, and angelica.)

• Several well-beaten egg whites
• Vanilla extract
• Bowl of granulated sugar
• Directions
• Mix a few drops of vanilla into the egg whites.
• Dip a paintbrush in the egg whites and coat the petals.
• Dip petals into sugar until coated, then spread on wax paper to dry.
• Use to decorate cakes, cookies or anything else you like.

**You cannot use flowers bought at a florist for this recipe!! Many commercially-bought flowers contain pesticides and it is not worth it to ingest poison. Please obtain all flowers from organic retailers or from home-grown sources.**

.... or you be like me and buy them : )

DIY Brides ... Crochet your own Wedding cake!

After a wedding feast, the last thing anyone's got room for is a thick slab of heavy cake...so here's your perfect solution: a beautifully decorated crocheted wedding cake! In this delicious-looking design, crocheted alpaca creates a sumptuous wedding cake with buttercream frosting. Not merely decorative, the “layers” may be used for storing and protecting china dishware.
This is just one of the fabulous patterns on offer at Berroco, a treasure-trove of patterns that I'd totally overlooked until now. In its pattern library you can browse for knit and crochet projects of all sorts, either by style or skill level.

: ) Zero Wedding Calories!

Porcelain Doves and Flowers Cake Top

This "tops" the cake : )

The Glazed Porcelain Doves and Flowers Cake Top is a unique twist on a traditional wedding element. Having two doves in this contemporary design will create an interesting addition to your wedding cake. And this beautiful figurine will be a wedding keepsake for years to come.

Gorgeous and under $30.00!

Western Themed Cake Topper

Bridal Tea? Here are 2 Great Desserts ....

Looking for a great dessert for your bridal shower? For a Bridal Tea? Here are 2 great ones. These are "YUM-O"... and definitely make a statement. Rich, creamy and worth the calories ; )

PRALINE CAKE
European style rendition of praline has hazelnuts, almonds and a hint of smokiness.Three layers of hazelnut butter cake filled with crushed pralines, praline buttercream and chocolate buttercream, finished with praline buttercream and crushed pralines, and decorated on top with a small cluster of pralines.
Ingredients:Butter, Flour, Sugar, Eggs, Hazelnuts, Almonds, Buttermilk, Bittersweet
Chocolate, Vanilla Extract, Baking Soda.

PEAR ALMOND CAKE
Pear and almond...a classic flavor combination. Rich and creamy. Three thin layers of almond cake filled with poached pears and bavarian cream, finished with white buttercream and honey toasted almonds, and
decorated on top with dried pear slices.

Ingredients:Eggs, Heavy Cream, Pears, Butter, Almonds, Flour, Marzipan, Sugar, White
Chocolate, Pear Liqueur, Vanilla Extract, Honey.