If you’re a girl like me, who gets weak in the knees over a pretty pedestal, you’re going to flip over today’s Fab Find! For years I’ve been lining cake stands with everything from pretty papers to graphic fabrics to doilies. Just to add an extra pop of color and pattern to a display. I know you do too! Well finally, something better. Something reusable and washable. Something that won’t fall victim to grease stains. Butter… you’ve met your match. You will no longer ruin perfectly styled dessert tables. Cake Plate Clings are here! Created …

It’s Friday! And I think it’s time for us to have some fun and go shopping together. Window shopping that is! A few Fridays ago, we went window shopping for cake stands and based on your response to that post, I think we should spend every Friday shopping together!

Today we’re on the hunt for another one of my favorite things… aprons!! Presentation is key when it comes to food and baking, but it’s equally important for the woman behind the whisk to look good. With all the sifting and whipping, it can be a challenge to keep your party …

I know everyone is still recovering from the holidays. And I promise that I’m not about to start with the Valentine’s posts already. But if you can just wrap your head around the next holiday for one quick moment… Now’s the time to hit the Christmas Clearance section at Target and grab some of these cute felt ornaments, before they’re gone! At 70% off, they come out to be 10 cents a piece! Easily re-purposed for Valentine’s Day…. these felt hearts are a cheap, easy and quick Valentine’s decoration. Yay for Felt Heart Ornaments! Read …

I’ve got two turntables and a microphone… Where It’s At! I’ve got two turntables and a microphone…

I can’t help it. I know I’m dating myself. But this old Beck song has been stuck in my head for days, ever since I received an email from the creator of today’s Fab Find. Made from recycled vintage turntables and audio speaker parts, these cake pedestals are sleek and modern with beautiful lines. Not to mention pure genius!! These one-of-a-kind treasures would take centerstage at any event but are especially perfect for a retro theme. …

Things have changed so much over the last ten years when it comes to weddings, parties and cakes. The only rule is that there are no rules! Anything goes and it’s all about incorporating your own personal style into the event. That includes the cake and yes, even the cake topper! That’s why we love these handmade paper cake toppers from Concarta. Read More… …

Today’s Fab Find is an ingenious idea from one very clever lady who is no stranger to Half Baked. In the past, we’ve featured lovely parties created by Jessica Kirkland of Pen N’ Paperflowers…. and even a tutorial guest post. Today we just had to share her latest creation. The Pastry Pedestal!

The Pastry Pedestal is a clear, dainty stand to display and personalize any petite pastry. From cupcakes and petit fours to macarons, truffles and more, these stands will elevate your treats to the next level. The transparent stand can be customized …

It’s another busy day around here, full of projects! Eventually, I will get to share those projects with you. But for now, it must wait. In the meantime, I thought I’d share a quick little Fab Find for your Easter celebrations. I spotted this over on Party Sweet Party and knew you would love it! A super cute and easy way to dress up your cupcakes for Easter…. an Easter Bunny Cupcake Holder! Read More… …

I can hardly believe it’s April already! Before you know it, the end of the school year will be here and the Class of 2011 will graduate. The Class of 2011!!! Doesn’t that make you feel incredibly old? For those of you with a graduate in the family, I thought we’d share some party inspiration from Kim of The Celebration Shoppe. Check out this fabulous black and white Graduation Party Collection… Read More …

I have another Fab Find for you today! One that is sure to make your Easter even sweeter than ever. Turn your kitchen table into an Easter cookie assembly line. The cutters, rollers and stamps in this new Stamp & Style Cookie Set from Williams-Sonoma will have you cranking out beautiful Easter cookies in no time. Four plastic rollers create circles, wavy lines, zigzags and straight lines so you can imprint your unbaked cookies with all sorts of creative designs. Bake and enjoy! Read …

It’s a crazy around here! My day has been consumed by several different projects (fun) and a doctor’s appointment for my daughter (not fun!). Here we are, four shots and a fussy baby later! I must say, the day looks much brighter after receiving a package in the mail from Bake It Pretty. Can’t wait to show you what’s inside! Read More… …