This is the second cake of this type I have made... the first one I made was for my oldest son a few years ago. This one is about twice the size, but came together well for me, after having practiced it that first time. These are a little tricky to make, considering the top of the cake sits at an upward angle to make it appear that the chest is open slightly, click below to read how I did it.
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Pirate Treasure Chest Cake
This is the second cake of this type I have made... the first one I made was for my oldest son a few years ago. This one is about twice the size, but came together well for me, after having practiced it that first time. These are a little tricky to make, considering the top of the cake sits at an upward angle to make it appear that the chest is open slightly, click below to read how I did it.
Sodor Island Cake
Friday, January 7, 2011
Muscular Arm with weight
The arm portion was carved from a 2-layer 14-inch round. It is almost 5 inches tall at the tallest point near the shoulder. The weight is a single layer 6-inch round. They are both frosted in buttercream and covered in MMF. The cakes are placed on a 16 inch cake board, to give you an idea of overall size. Happy 30th Birthday!
Monday, January 3, 2011
LIttle Mermaid Cake and cupcakes
This was so much fun... a handmade fondant Ariel, Flounder and Sebastian on top of a 6 inch round cake frosted and decorated in buttercream icing (pink... the birthday girl's favorite color!), with 36 cupcakes frosted in blue buttercream and each topped with a fondant seashell. The cupcakes are arranged on a stand that has been sprinkled with graham cracker crumbs to look like sand. Happy Birthday Madeline!