Chanel Inspired Cake on a dime

I have been admired a quilted cake, aka pillow cake.  Some made it 3D just like an upholstered pillow, some made it flat.  Last week I was challenged to make one.  After long search on the web, I discovered my own way to make this cake.  See tutorial in my other blog TWIST n Swirl: Chanel Inspired Cake on a dime.

Pearl necklace adds the drama on the cake

Customized rhinestone # 16

See you at TWIST n Swirl.

{Rainbow} colorful dessert

I love these colorful dessert.  They can be fruity or 'cake-y'.  Some take effort to make and some are plainly easy to make.

Rainbow Gelatin Orange Wedges

prep time: 30 minutes
total time: 4 hours 30 minutes
serving: 54 wedges
The instruction for making jelly oranges can be found here.

 Cakeballs aka cake pop not on stick

prep time: 30 minutes
total time: 4 hours 30 minutes
serving: 24-36 balls

Rainbow candy-ka-bobs

prep time: 5 minutes
total time: 1 hours 30 minutes
serving: 12-20 sticks
Instruction for making Rainbow candy ka-bobs can be found here.

Rainbow Layered Jello

prep time: 30 minutes
total time: 6 hours
serving: 48 cubes
Instruction for making Rainbow layered jello can be found here.

Double Rainbow Cupcakes

rainbow cupcake and rainbow icings from: with sprinkles on top

Rainbow Fruit Satay

Double Rainbow Pancakes

Instruction for making Rainbow fruit and pancakes can be found here.

Christmas Chocolate by Couture Chocolate

Book: Couture Chocolate

 This book is full of modern chocolate recipes along with detailed explanations and great pictures.  Whether you are a beginner or wanna start your bakery business, you can totally relate to the content.

Here are some of recipes I like to try.  It's easy and perfect to bring to Christmas gathering this weekend.

 More recipes....Almond Milk Ice Cream lollies for kids, Black Forest Milk Shakes just for the adults and Tiramisu for everyone.... visit Twist n Swirl for recipes.

Almond Ice Cream, Milkshake and Tiramisu.

Happy Holidays everyone !

{Birthday}: Princess Birthday Cake

Last month, my sister and I made a birthday cake for our niece, Giselle.  Originally, her theme was Rapunzel but she changed her mind when she saw a Romantic Castle Cake in Youtube.   I was mis-informed and still thinking that her theme was still Rapunzel at the day we were making the cake.  Luckily her theme color was pink and purple so I can still use the inspirations I found online.

I tried to track the source of this picture but I couldn't.  I know she also sells the print-able on etsy.

I think this is from ucreateparties.com

another un-noted source

I really loved the tulle tent but we couldn't use it for outdoor, and I was glad we didn't use it due to wind.

Anyway, my sister in law bought a Romantic Cake Set from Wilton.  I thought we were gonna spend couple hours to assemble the cake.  Oh boy I was wrong.  I ended up using my power drill, glue gun etc.

We made the cake a bit festive...

I also made the banner using Autocad : Princess Giselle 5th Birthday.  

just the banner sample I made

the lanterns for decoration add-ons

To see details on the making of this cake, go to my Twist n Swirl blog.

Valentine's : {Butterfly Lollipops}

I was planning to make simple cake pops for Valentine's.  But I was in the mood for something 'Semi Homemade' lately.
I don't remember what key word I typed on Google, but these Butterfly Lollipops caught my attention.
They are adorable and affordable for Valentine's giveaway: candy and card in one.  How cool can it be?
Just like cake pops, these butterflies make great favor and Valentine's Day card that anyone is sure to love!

photo credit to: Sheknows

Well I know these are cute for kids but if you upscale it a little bit by using different paper material/ pattern, and Rocher Ferrero instead of suckers, then we are talking here.    

BUTTERFLY LOLLIPOP
Add personal flair with different color choices, glitter, or drawings.
You'll need: (make 4)
Colored paper or card-stock - 8.5"x11"
Wiggly eyes - 4 pairs
Lollipops - 4
Tape
Scissors
Glitter/markers/stickers/crayons for decorating

Directions:
1. Cut paper into 4 pieces (4.25"x5.5")
2. Fold paper into 2.
3. Draw butterfly wing as shown on picture.  For template, click HERE.

4. Cut out the butterfly and make slits for your lollipop.
5. Add some decorations and personal writings.
6. Insert lollipop and then glue wiggly eyes to the top of the lollipop.
7. Add a piece of tape to the back to keep the lollipop securely in place.

~ Happy Crafting ~

Chinese New Year - Creative Cake

Here are my favorite Chinese theme cakes,

Chinese TOGO box cake.  How original!

Pagoda Cake by Caryn's Cake