You know... I write about cakes all the time. Each day I feature cake designs that I adore, which were created by others. It is my privilege to post their images and share their talent for everyone to enjoy. Normally, my write ups come easily as I oohhh and awe over the details and techniques used.... fully appreciating the time, skill and effort involved in each and every creation. But when it comes to today's post, it's harder to find the right words. Most of you probably realize that ... Continue Reading
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Black & White Petals Cake
Today's cake is so fabulous that I did a little leap when I first saw it! And then again when I started writing this post! I have a little obsession with the color grey, only to be followed by my love of black and white. While some tend to think of these colors as boring, this cake begs to differ. Talk about striking! Honestly, I'm not sure why I'm even rambling on because by now I'm sure you've caught a glimpse of the cake and are swooning over it as well. The geometric pattern in black ... Continue Reading
DIY: Paper Rose Cake
Today we're excited to share the first post from one of our new contributors! Enjoy this great DIY cake project by Miso of Miso Bakes..... I wanted this cake to be bold. I wanted it to be daring. I wanted it to scream for attention, but at the same time, be quite the shy-pie. My inspiration for this cake came about when I stumbled upon Martha Stewart’s Coffee Filter Rose Tutorial. I love both baking and crafting, so I figured I would tie the two together. Also, with the increasing ... Continue Reading
Love Is Sweet
Today we're showcasing a lovely dessert table that just screams summer! It's cheery, bright and makes me smile with its vibrant, lemon yellow details. This brilliant display, featuring an amazing cake and cupcake stand by Jan Kish, was created for a wedding filled with burlap, succulents and personality. Yellow Billy Balls with their long, spindly stems add such a dramatic touch to both the centerpieces and the cake. With images like these, I think we can all agree that Love is Sweet! I ... Continue Reading
Valentines Inspiration
Today we have some lovely Valentine's Day Inspiration for you! This adorable dessert table, created by Rebekah of A Blissful Nest, is a budget friendly display that looks anything but. With a modern color scheme of pewter grey, pink and red coupled with whimsical patterns and stripes... it's love at first site! Here's a little bit of what Rebekah had to say about this display: "I am obsessed with that pewter grey color and could not resist adding that into this collection. I wanted to ... Continue Reading
Real Party: Polar Express Birthday
It's Friday! So let's indulge in a party that is full of sweet treats and just perfect for the holidays. Today's real party is the creation of the talented Houston area photographer and mother of two, Shalonda of Chubby Cheek Photography. We first introduced you to Shalonda when we featured her daughter's Pretty in Pink first birthday party. Today we're excited to share this Polar Express Birthday Party that Shalonda put together for her older daughter's fourth birthday. Even though the ... Continue Reading
Real Party: Black, Silver & White Wedding
Today's real party is an elegant wedding in black, silver and white. It features a gorgeous dessert table created by Natalie at Chic Sweets. We first introduced you to Natalie back in February when we featured her sparkly white dessert buffet. We loved her work then and still love it now! Check out this stunning wedding display... This dessert display is both modern and elegant. I love the milk shots with their initials on the grey and white straws. Too perfect! Actually, ... Continue Reading
Real Party: Elephant Baby Shower
I am in love with the details and the modern color pallet of today's real party. This charming event was created by Sarah of Style Me Gorgeous to celebrate her son Max's baby naming. With soft colors, dots, elephants and birds, this layout is perfect for a baby shower, first birthday or any baby related celebration. Sarah designed the invitations, cupcake toppers, cookie toppers, labels, tags, signs and banners. I just love the subtle use of dots and stripes and the addition of the ... Continue Reading
Fabulous Cake Friday: His, Hers & Theirs
I realize no one needs a new reason to love Fridays, because really, what's not to love about a Friday? But personally, I think Fridays have gotten just a little bit sweeter since we started our 'Fabulous Cake Friday' segment. And today I have another fabulous cake for you. Even better, it's not just one cake but three cakes! Today's cake design was created by Erica O'Brien and could not be more charming. In shades of grey and pink, this design is simple and chic. Not to mention that it ... Continue Reading
Real Party: Safari Baby Shower
Today we continue on the safari theme with a stunning Safari Baby Shower. This amazing shower is the creation of Stephanie at Couture Parties, who as you can see, has a knack for styling modern and chic events. The grey and pink color scheme sets the stage for lush centerpieces, simple wooden animals and a gorgeous dessert table. I love the subtle style of this shower. From the yarn pom pom nakpin rings to the Blumebox centerpieces, each element is perfectly girly and modern. The ... Continue Reading
Real Party: Giraffe Baby Shower
Today's real party is an adorable Giraffe Baby Shower. I spotted this shower over at the Dimple Prints Blog and instantly fell in love with the modern grey and orange color scheme. Carli, a talented designer, mother of two and owner of Dimple Prints, creates customized invitations, party packages and printables. This shower, hosted by one of her customers, is just too charming. Take a look... This shower, inspired by a polka dotted giraffe onesie, is an elegant twist on polka dots and ... Continue Reading
Real Party: Elephant Baby Shower
Today's real party comes from the talented event designer, Brittany Egbert. I've always had a soft spot for elephants and incorporating them into a baby shower is just too perfect. With a grey and pink color scheme, this elephant baby shower is modern yet playful. Let's take a look. From the grey and pink elephant diaper cake to the charming plush elephant toy and the delicate cream puffs by Tres Sucre, this shower is fantastic! Get the scoop on all of the delightful details, to include a ... Continue Reading
Real Party: Aqua & Red First Birthday
Winter can be so drab! The grey skies, cold weather and snow. But remember how you LOVED snow as a kid? Today we're featuring a real birthday party that not only embraces winter, but turns it into a cheery and bright theme perfect for any winter birthday celebration! This charming first birthday is the creation of Kim Stoegbauer, the talented designer, party planner and owner of TomKat Studio. With aqua and red, Kim brings this snowflake birthday to life for one very lucky birthday ... Continue Reading
Real Party: Alphabets & Elephants Shower
This week has been chalk full of real parties, and today is no exception. Today we're featuring a real baby shower brought to us by the talented Kim Mower, owner of Head of the Table and fellow blogger. With the most adorable theme and a modern color combination of grey and yellow, what mom-to-be wouldn't love this Alphabets & Elephants Baby Shower. There are so many little details to love about this shower! From alphabet poster to the baby blocks, the super cute diaper cake to ... Continue Reading