Cake Toppers: To have or not to have? That's the question.

These are not your parent's cake toppers anymore.  An evolution is happening in cake world!!!!  Long gone are the days of the little plastic and badly colored (seems like they only had black and white couples) bride and groom.  The cake toppers of today often times steal the show or becomes the Pie'rre de re'sistance.  Some cakes are so extravagant that they can stand on their own, while others need that extra touch to make the cake complete. 

Whatever it is, you now don't have to go with the regular plastic people.  Down with the plastic people!!!  You can create your own cake topper and add your own personal touch to your cake.  After all, it is a reflection of your taste, so why not let it speak loudly about who you are.  There are many to choose from.  Such as the retro bride and groom, flowers (fresh or edible sugar), bows, initials, numbers (for birthdays and anniversaries), etc.

Take a look at some show stopping cake toppers and some cakes that stand alone.

It's all about the Display

Cakes have come a long way over the past twenty years and with that, so have displaying cakes.  Just as the bride is the center of attention on her day, especially when she walks down the aisle, so is the wedding cake at the venue.  When you walk into any reception,  your eye is immediately drawn to the cake table.  It can either be a so so table or a table that pulls out all the stops.

It doesn't take much to make the table extra special.  Just the addition of  candles, an extra piece of fabric,  flowers (whole or petals) gems, lights, or words can bring elegance to a table.  If you want a simple table, you can still dress it up with just one of these ornaments.

Tomorrow: Cake Toppers: To have or not to have? That's the question.

Mini Cakes

Just like cupcakes, mini cakes are on the rise.  There are many ways that mini cakes can be decorated and displayed.  They are not only a great substitute for a large cake, but it also adds a personal touch and an elegance to a party.  All colors, shapes and sizes, the skies the limit when it comes to decorating mini cakes.

Take a look at some mini cakes and see if what I'm saying is true.

Cupcakes!!!!

CUPCAKES!!!!!!! They are the latest craze substitution for having a large cake.  Many people are opting to have a small cake or gigantic cupcake along with cupcakes for their dessert centerpiece.  They are doing it for baby showers, bridal and birthday parties as well as weddings.  

 

Cupcake decoration has been kicked up a notch.  You are not just getting your ordinary cupcake anymore.  You have everything from flowers, animals, and gems as well as the traditional sprinkles for an added flare.  It's all about the display.  They will be the talk of any party and they can come in all sizes.  You can have mini cupcakes, regular, jumbo, or gigantic cupcakes.  They can also be cost effective as opposed to having a large cake.

 

Tip: Cupcakes can be a great addition or substitute for a party souvenir.  Take a look at some of the cupcake layouts below.