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Archive for April, 2009

How a Crystal Cake Topper is done

Saturday, April 25th, 2009

This is what I’m talking about when I say that a topper with side coverage “drops jaws”.  Opting for side coverage should always align with the venue.  This ornate topper suits the ambiance of the room perfectly.

Font: Sidney, Color: Crystal

Font: Sidney, Color: Crystal

The way to pull off a red topper

Friday, April 17th, 2009

Don’t be afraid to go bold with color.  A monochromatic topper in various shades of red is my favorite way to top a black & white cake.  The richness of the red rose petals at the base of the cake adds the perfect amount of flare to complete this dramatic look.  Love, love, love.

Font: Custom (Zenda), Colors: Siam, Lt Siam, Fire Opal

Font: Custom (Zenda), Colors: Siam, Lt Siam, Fire Opal

“I was so happy I did the 2 reds and threw in the Fire Opal as well.  It gave it a little POP and went perfectly with our wedding.” – Jamie

“Gruma” was grueling!

Saturday, April 4th, 2009

This is to date the most intricate topper that I have done.  I wanted to post this custom piece as an example of the extent of complexity that I can achieve in a cake topper.  The more color changes and places where the metal stops/starts is what made it so challenging but I am pleased with the outcome and excited that it might get air time (more on this as I get the details).

Call me nosy but I always like to know the background story on the items I make.  From the “Gruma” website: Gruma is the worlwide leader in corn flour and tortilla production.  I will never eat another tortilla chip without thinking of this topper!