Jann in TX Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 When I offered to may my niece's wedding cake I never dreamed she would be so 'demanding'... I had to learn so many new techniques (in reality I had FUN learning how to do the flowers and lace). I spent about $200-- including the fee for an online flower-making course (worth every penny) and all other supplies/moulds. I also spent about 100 hours total (including all of the practice and sugar-paste flower making). Bottom and top tiers were 'champagne-almond'-- after a test cake I came up with a great ratio that just enhanced the vanilla cake base-- it had a white chocolate whipped ganache filling. The middle tier was the "groom's cake". It was my favorite-- a dark chocolate fudge cake with a semi-sweet whipped ganache over a light raspberry sauce filling. I see all of the imperfections-- but it really did turn out great. Forgot to mention that the wedding was behind schedule and the servers went home before the 'cake was cut'-- and I ended up serving it!!! :lol: :confused1: [attachment=15815:IMG_1129.jpg][attachment=15816:IMG_1139.jpg] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Wow, Jann! It makes me want to have another wedding just so I can have you do the cake! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Way to go, Jann! You are amazing and the cake sounds and looks delicious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freesia Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Oh, my goodness, that cake is so gorgeous. I am beyond impressed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Oh my word :eek: That is amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrookValley. Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Ooooohhhh pretty! Of course, now I want cake... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisB Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 LOVE!! It looks great! And, it sounds great--I want a bite! (or two, or three...lol) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkyandtheBrains. Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Oh that looks wonderful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Wow, it's much too beautiful to eat!!!! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMamaBird Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 That's gorgeous! And it sounds delicious too! Wedding cakes are often form over function and taste like garbage, but I am drooling reading about the groom's cake! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 The detail is incredible!!! What a lucky niece. You're so talented. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 You did an awesome job! She's really lucky to have you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momto10blessings Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Wow it is so beautiful! Much prettier than my bakery cake for my wedding. Your niece is very lucky to have an amazing, talented and patient auntie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shukriyya Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Amazing work, Jann! Sorry you had to deal with a bridezilla! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Wow - what a stunning cake! I can't imagine having to cut it up and serve it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Wow, Jann, you are incredibly talented -- that cake is nothing short of STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL! :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelly in IL Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 That is amazing! How do you have time for all you do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melanie in WI Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 The cake is beautiful. You did a great job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dana Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Really great job. She's lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 That is so beautiful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 WOW!! You did an amazing job! It's gorgeous. :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Jann, IT IS EXQUISITE! :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Wow - that is gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Lovely! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfgivas Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 beautiful! and delicious i bet, too! you have some amazing new skills! ann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucyStoner Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Imperfections my foot! It's perfect. Lucky bride. Lucky wedding guests! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hikin' Mama Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 That is beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Gorgeous! If you ever get tired of teaching math, you could seriously start a cake business! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Mousie Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 The lace is just stunning. It is an incredibly beautiful cake. I think I'd be heartbroken if I had put in all that work only to have to cut it up myself! Of course, what I really want to know is: are there any leftover practice cakes? :drool5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xuzi Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 That is a stunning cake!!! I'd hate to have to cut it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaVT Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Beautiful!!! I hope they loved it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caclcoca Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 That is absolutely beautiful!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 That cake is amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 WOW. That,Is.Amazing. My birthday cakes (the only time we have cake) are a running joke in the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umsami Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Simply beautiful. She is so lucky to have you as an Aunt. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Beautiful! And hey you got some new skills out of the deal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in SJ Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 that is lovely. Amber in SJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckles Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 That cake is stunning!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Texican Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 That is so pretty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ipsey Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 A MAY ZING! That's the most lovely cake I've ever seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alte Veste Academy Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 WOW. WOW. You have skills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest submarines Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 I remember that thread! I can't open the photo!! :scared: :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Wow, it is beautiful!!! What a lucky bride! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuirkyKapers Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 So beautiful! You did a great job. I hope the bride was happy in the end! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Beautiful cake. You do great work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emzhengjiu Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 The cake is so beautiful. So... will you be starting a cake decorating business along with all your math classes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaMarie6 Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Wow, that is a beautiful cake! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hen Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 wow, just wow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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