Posts Tagged ‘Baby Shower Cake’

How to Decorate for a Baby Shower

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

There is no reason to worry when purchasing the baby shower decorations and other supplies. There are numerous options to select from that will perfectly fit your schedule and your financial position. Simply be creative and patient with the research.

The baby shower decorations and supplies that you will certainly be needing would be the streamers, balloons, centerpieces for the tables, party give-aways, ribbons, invites and game prizes. Other supplies would include ingredients for any food you plan to make and naturally, decorating supplies for the baby shower cake.

Almost all of the time, these unique baby shower supplies and decorations can be acquired all at the same time at specialty stores or online. Dollar stores offer not only cheap items but they sometimes have a total line-up of the baby shower decorations and other supplies that you’re going to need for the celebration. These are single-stop shops that remove all the hassles of going from one store to the other.

If you are doing this, you might either purchase everything from the Net or you might buy them in any discount stores. Since you are purchasing the majority of the things in volume anyway, they come awfully cheap because they are sold at wholesale cost.

Themed baby showers are not so much of a trouble when you go buying all the party desires. As an example, choosing Winnie the Pooh to represent the cuteness of the baby to be born has all items in kits. Examples of items that are available are invitations with envelopes, plates, serviettes, glasses, cutlery, table cover, decorated streamers, balloons and kinky ribbons.

Baby shower specialists would even offer unique designs for your themed baby shower party supplies. They are merely a telephone call away and you can place your order right there. You can have all the items sent right to your step if you need.

But before you go and purchase all the baby shower decorations and supplies, ensure that you made a list so you don’t have to go back to the store and purchase those items you didn’t remember to list down. Make sure also that you’ve got the numbers right. That suggests that you must have the correct estimate of the amount of guests who would be coming.

Rubber Ducky Themed Fondant Baby Shower Cake!

Sunday, July 25th, 2010


This is a rubber ducky themed baby shower cake for a baby boy. Unfortunately, no time to make a decent video! LOL! Cake was airbrushed baby blue with a pearl sheen. Board was also airbrushed a pearl sheen. The rubber ducky was stuck on at the last minute (provided by my client) right before here guests arrived!

Your Baby Shower Cake Options

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

A baby shower is a way for family and friends to celebrate the expected arrival of a new baby with the parents-to-be. It is a joyous occasion and fun for all!  But hosting a great baby shower takes some real planning.  A very important part of the planning process is the cake.  Every baby shower needs a cake, but the cake can serve as more than just a dessert–it can also double as a decoration, even a centerpiece!

Most baby showers have a theme, and the entire party is based on that theme. The cake is no exception and should also follow whatever theme you’ve chosen.  If you’re talented and can bake and decorate a cake (or know someone who can), you may want to have a home-made cake.  Or you can order one from a bakery, making sure you place your order in plenty of time for the shower.

Once you’ve decided whether it will be home-made or store-bought, you will need to decide what type of cake to have.  There are many different varieties of baby shower cakes to choose from. Some of them are listed below:

·    Angelfood cake
·    Butter cake
·    Butterfly cake
·    Carrot cake
·    Cheesecake
·    Chocolate cake
·    Chiffon cake
·    Cupcake
·    Devil’s food cake
·    Fruit cake
·    Gingerbread
·    Ice cream cake
·    Mooncake
·    Pineapple upside down cake
·    Pound cake
·    Spice cake
·    Sponge cake

Then there’s the filling to consider:

· more icing
· different flavors of fruit preserves
· pudding
· custard
· whipped cream
· jams
· peanut butter
· pure chocolate

Not only should you consider what type of cake to have but also how you might be able to decorate the cake in a way that will make the baby shower celebration more special.  Here are some ideas:

1. Belly Cake. One great idea is to design a baby shower cake and make it look like a pregnant belly. This can be done by placing a circular cake in front of a rectangular cake and frosting them together to resemble that of a pregnant belly.

2. Toy Blocks Cake. Another idea is to design a baby shower cake and make it look like children’s toy blocks (either one large block or 3 to 4 smaller blocks). Toy block cakes can be further enhanced by surrounding them with candies or little toy cars.

3. An Autograph Cake.  This is a great idea where “Congratulations” is the only word on the cake, leaving room for each of the guests to “sign” their own name in icing.  A picture of the cake is taken when everyone has signed it, making a great keepsake for the parents-to-be.

4. A Character Cake.  The cake can be made in the form of a character, such as Pooh Bear.

5. A Baby Bib Cake.  Another idea similar to the character cake, but the cake looks like a baby bib.

There are so many different things you can do with a baby shower cake.  Here are just a few other suggestions for cake shapes:

Baby Buggy
Baby Booties
Bassinet
Baby Bottle
Noah’s Ark

There’s also a “diaper” cake.  But watch out–it’s really made of diapers and not edible!

Of course, you can also experiment with creative ideas of your own, or check out the cake design book at your local grocery store or bakery for ideas. Remember that the ‘goal’ is not only to make a yummy dessert, but also a great centerpiece or decoration that will stand out in the memories of the parents-to-be.  But don’t forget, stick to the baby shower theme!

Learn How to Make Baby Shower Cakes At Home to Save Money

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

Baby showers are celebrated to welcome the little one. Having a baby is a blessing of God and people love to celebrate this blessing by throwing parties and having fun. The guests invited to the party bring beautiful gifts for the expected baby and his mother. Baby shower cakes are the best part of this event and these are mostly arranged by the friends. The guests can also bring baby shower cake as a gift for the expectant mother.

Baby shower cakes can be ordered at any bakery that specializes in making great shower cakes. These cakes are made using different themes and you can also order your own choice of theme. But if you are a good cook and also know baking skills then why waste money by purchasing cake from shops. You can make yummy homemade cake for the baby shower.

If you are the host then you would know about the theme of your party so you can make and decorate it according to the party’s theme. What if you are the guest? Don’t worry you can ask your friend about her party’s theme and make the cake accordingly.

Making baby shower cake is no different from baking a simple cake. You can make it with the same recipe but you have to select the mould according to the design and shape that would go with the selected theme. You can make a big butterfly cake or two small booties or flower shaped cake. For making a flower cake, you will have to bake five or six small round cakes. These round cakes will be the petals and one of them will be the center of the flower.

Once your cakes are ready now start working on garnishing of the cake. Select a color of the cake or use multi-colored cream for icing. After the icing is done decorate the cake with multi-colored bounties and candies. And write the greeting on cake with white cream. You can also use fruits to decorate the cake.

Tips on Diaper Cakes That Set Special Table Decorations

Sunday, June 6th, 2010

Whether you are hosting a baby shower or just a guest, giving an adorable, unique centerpiece that can be used for months by mom and baby has never been easier. One of a kind diaper cakes are the perfect gift for any mom to be.

These charming cakes are available in various sizes and can be found in a number of different colors and themes.

Diaper cakes, as the name implies, are made of the most needed items for new parents, newborn baby diapers. Though it is designed like a traditional tiered cake, these baby shower cakes are not edible! The entire cake is full of useful little treats for the new baby. Besides a number of diapers, these cakes typically include soft blankets, useful burp cloths, and many other small items commonly selected as baby shower gifts.

One tier baby diaper cakes are a delightful gift and are affordable as they can be made from just fifteen disposable diapers. Baby girl cakes are pink and blue is common for boys. You can also opt for pastel shades for boys and girls equivocally. Two tier cakes require twenty five or more diapers and more items of baby use.

Standard diaper cakes can also be found in a three tier design with at least thirty diapers and an average of fifteen to twenty other items like pacifiers, rattles, grooming accessories, and more. Four tier baby shower cakes contain over fifty disposable diapers and may include wardrobe items, stuffed toys, and more than twenty small baby accessories.

For an even more unique gift, choose a themed diaper cake.

If the new parents have already selected a nursery motif for their bundle of joy, look for a baby shower cake to fit the design. From common nursery characters like Winnie the Pooh to sports related baseball themes, you are sure to find the perfect design. Like standard cakes, themed cakes are available in several sizes and include a number of disposable diapers. The other items that fill a themed diaper cake are all designed to match the theme, making nursery decorating a breeze.

Diaper cakes can also be customized and personalized for the most endearing baby gift a new parent can receive.

Select baby shower cakes that are color coordinated with baby’s nursery or a seasonal themed cake for moms who will deliver around holiday times. Some diaper cakes are even designed specifically for multiples with two or three of everything! Add a special touch to your Shower gift by choosing to personalize your diaper cake. Baby’s new name can be sweetly embroidered across a bib or blanket and displayed on the cake for a gift that will be cherished for years.

Diapers make useful gift for to-be-parents. Baby shower cake is just one of the imaginative and wonderful manners to give them what they need the most for the baby. Can there be any gift so apt and yet so attractive at the party? Look for charming diaper cakes next time when you are invited for a baby shower.

Baby shower cake and food ideas?

Sunday, May 30th, 2010

I need to a recipe and decorating ideas for my baby shower cake, there is no theme to the shower but im having a girl.
Any food ideas are also great. Any ideas help thanks!

Some cake i did for a customer

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010


Sorry Quality isn’t that good so you can see the details better oh well. Anyways I did a full sheet baby shower cake due that day. Oh just in case you people say its very hard and I’m a professional and what not. ……. seriously any joe off the street can do this. its not hard it just takes practice and patience. its pretty much almost like drawing, you suck at first but after doing it over and over you get the hang of it. Same bullshit with cakes. And just in case any of you are wondering which school i took…. lol i never took school self taught myself. As I stated before ANYONE can do this.

Any ideas for a baby shower cake for an adoption?

Thursday, May 13th, 2010

I’m hosting a baby shower for a friend who is adopting. Any cute ideas on cake decorating for the event?

How to start a cake decorating business when your a teen?

Sunday, May 9th, 2010

i already have an order for a baby shower cake. i have taught myself to decorate and i love it. my dad is making me business cards. what else do i need to do?

A Look at a Brief History History of Cake Decorating

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

The history of cake decorating is long. However, to cut to the chase, the cake is the ever present item when it comes to party. We can not think about any celebration with out the cake. May that be a birthday, wedding, anniversary or baby shower cake is always present as a part of our celebration. Every occasion in our life is celebrated by baking and decorating the cake.

Even though in ancient times the Egyptians knew how to bake a cake the history of cake decorating can be traced back to the 17th century. At that time the pans to bake the cake were introduced across the Europe.

Even though cakes were baked in the mid 17th century, elaborately decorated cakes were the monopoly of the rich and famous. Europe’s aristocracy would display elaborately decorated cakes at their banquets.

History of cake decorating took another turn after 200 years. Around mid 19th century the French began to include a decorated cake as a part of dessert at the end of the meal. It was a sweet course after your meal is over. This started the tradition to eat cake as a dessert. Delicately decorated cakes began to make their appearance at the dining tables. Initially it was just France but it quickly spread across Europe.

As people were trying out new things in technology, during 1840 production of baking soda and baking powder had started and with the help of these things baking became that much easier. Around that time temperature controlled ovens started to come in the market. Temperature controlled ovens with the availability of baking soda and powder made cake baking become all the more easy.

Over the years cake baking evolved and people began to identify the cake decorating with different methods. The Lambeth Method of decorating the cake uses dimensional over piping of borders which are very intricate. It uses one layer of icing over the other to get three dimensional effects. Joseph Lambeth published a book titled ‘the Lambeth Method of Cake decoration and practical Pastries’. In this book he described step by step instructions for piping embellished borders.

Wilton Enterprises started a school for cake decorating for interested people in 1929.Dewey McKinley Wilton was a sugar artist who began the cake decorating business during the great depression. He began to decorate the wedding cakes for famous hotels and clubs. As the Wilton method became popular, in the year 1947 the Wiltons began to market the cake decorating products.

As more and more people began to decorate the cake many manufacturers came out with cake decorating kits of their own. With the help of these kits the job of cake decorating became easier. Apart from the cake decorating kits the icing also can be bought ready made. All that was left is to use the material and create a beautiful looking cake.

Even today the cake decorating industry is thriving. It is an integral part of the sugar craft industry. It is becoming a popular art form. In the North America unique styles of cake decorating has been developed. So is the case with Australia, South Africa and North Western Europe.