Category Archives: Cakes

Rose Cake

Posted on March 2, 2013 by

This cake is a lemon sponge covered in buttercream icing. All my cakes are for order.      

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Dinosaur Cakes

Posted on February 26, 2013 by

Meet Terry the T-Rex. This was a very special cake made for a little boy’s 4th birthday, in fact he is the brother of my god-daughter and one of my son’s best friends. A big thanks to his Mum for … Continue reading →

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Quick Crispie Cupcakes

Posted on January 29, 2013 by

Yesterday I needed to make cupcakes but I had run out of time. I had to invent my new quick cupcakes – cupcakes made with rice crispies. I followed a simple recipe by Nigella Lawson and used silicone cupcake cases … Continue reading →

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George’s 4th Birthday

Posted on September 26, 2012 by

This year for George’s 4th birthday I went all out and made two birthday cakes; one cake for our family on his actual birthday and a larger one for his birthday party. I was really pleased with his main birthday … Continue reading →

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The Cake Decorating Bible – Juliet Sear

Posted on August 28, 2012 by

My handbag is currently weighed down by a large cookery book. I am an avid cook book reader, but it is rare I carry one around with me just as others might a paperback novel. The Cake Decorating Bible is … Continue reading →

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Coffee & Walnut Cake

Posted on August 4, 2012 by

This is my latest cake. It was a commission by my Aunt-in-law who, I am delighted to say, is the latest of my family and friends to make use of my love of baking. This cake was made for leaving … Continue reading →

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A Passion for Baking by Jo Wheatley

Posted on June 7, 2012 by

Look what landed on my doormat! How lucky am I?!! I really enjoyed watching The Great British Bake Off and was always a supporter of Jo Wheatley, the winner, because just like me she is a normal Mum from Essex … Continue reading →

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Children’s Jubilee Cupcakes

Posted on May 30, 2012 by

My George designed these Jubilee cupcakes. I kid you not! When I asked him what type of cake he would make for the Queen’s party he replied he’s like to make her face on a cake. This is what we … Continue reading →

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Jubilee Cake

Posted on May 28, 2012 by

Things have been busy here, my lovely Aunt has been visiting from Australia and I’ve been busy entertaining, some of those recipes will make it onto my blog. One Saturday for dessert I tested out my Jubilee Cake, which I … Continue reading →

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Easter Cupcakes

Posted on April 7, 2012 by

Today with my son we quickly baked some Easter cakes to give as gifts. While George decorated his with tiny Easter eggs and little chocolate rabbits I wanted to try something a little more elegant. I found an online tutorial … Continue reading →

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