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Sunday, 17 August 2008 01:01 |
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Preparing for the special event of a baby shower can be very
tiresome. There are so many tasks to get done. For example a
theme has to be chosen, a location selected, invitations made, a
guest list, and even decorations for the event. There are many
tasks that can take time.
An important part of the baby shower is the decoration.
Typically a baby shower is a real focus piece that carries the
decorations and theme of the shower. Therefore not just any
simple store bought cake will do. If you want this to be an
exciting event then you want a special custom-made cake. There
are three ways to go about this either do it yourself, have
another guest of the shower do it or preorder the cake from a
local bakery. Either way you want to spend some time with the
baker or cake decorator and help them conceptualize the design
of the cake so that it matches the theme of the baby shower.
Remember the cake often becomes the centerpiece of a table and
it is a real focal point.
Of course it is easier to have someone do this for you but to
make the occasion very special and to ensure that the cake
carries the parties theme it is often better to just do the work
yourself or with friends. This way you can use your own
creativity with the cake and make it a real signature piece for
the baby shower. Not to mention this will also save on overall
costs.
If you can follow basic recipes then baking a cake should not be
too difficult. Typically you want to start by finding a good
recipe for the cake. You can now do this online, or from a
traditional cookbook that you know is tried and true.
Typically the design and decoration of baby shower cakes are
nursery items. Things like flowers, birds, butterflies, or other
baby stuff. Of course you can follow with the traditional baby
shower colors of blue, pink or yellow for the frosting. Green
and white are also very traditional colors. Typically the colors
will be very soft or muted and in the light pastel range.
Another avenue you can take in designing the cake is if the baby
shower is scheduled after the baby was born, you can ask for the
baby"s picture and have professional cake decorators create an
edible cake design using the baby"s picture.
Another idea for the baby shower cake is to use diapers. That"s
right - diapers. Of course, this cake is not for the guests to
enjoy. However, the mom will definitely appreciate it if there
is already a stack of diapers prepared for the baby.
To prepare a diaper cake, all you need to do is carefully stack
rolled diapers into several levels (having three levels is
suggested). You may use laces and ribbons to keep the diapers in
place. However, make sure that you did not tie the diapers too
tightly together to prevent them from being deformed. Deformed
diapers will be useless and will just end up in the garbage bin.
The diaper cake can also be placed as a table centerpiece. If
you still prefer to have a real cake for the baby shower, you
can bake or order a simple cake from the bakeshop.
Along with the cake you want to take time and plan for good baby
shower food. Typically this is an event that features a light
menu things like tea, snacks, desserts, finger foods, and
punches. If the male guests have been invited it can be fun to
have some grilled foods. This way the dads can bond and talk
easily as they tend the barbeque. This can be a lot of fun as it
allows everyone to participate in welcoming the new baby into
the family.
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Sunday, 10 August 2008 12:01 |
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Babies babies babies
More popular than ever at these baby party gatherings are Baby
shower cakes. Specially designed baby shower cakes go down
really well if added with personal touches, this can be with
baby"s name, Mummy or Daddy"s, even candles and toys. We all
know cake is a delight to eat so why not make you baby shower
cake extra delightful by adding a theme to suit you and baby.
It is a good idea for mum-to-be when out shopping for a baby
showers cake is to have in mind what she wants before visiting
the bakery. Flavour is important in a baby shower cake; a good
idea is to stick with a sponge covered in cream. The reason
being is should the cake be rich and filled with marzipan then
this may not be to everyone"s taste, but with surrounding other
small dainties of different flavours then surely all will be
pleased.
The cake centre piece will be the main attraction for attracting
attention from the guests. Baby shower cakes are designed solely
for this and are made more pretty for baby"s day
Baby shower cakes are known to some as diaper/baby cakes" what
is the difference? The actual Baby shower cake is a cake that
can either be homemade or bought from the bakery. While "diaper
cakes" are baby shower basketfuls of goodies containing more
diapers (not for human consumption) Homemade baby shower cakes
are baked in the same way as any other cake the only difference
is more goes into the baby cake as in i.e. creating those
personal little touches that mean so much.
Quality bakers who specialize in designer cakes are the best to
approach, this way a guarantee of cake freshness appetizing and
pretty to look at as eye candy. When you shop for baby shower
cakes make sure to do this in advance in order to get the right
cake for the baby shower party. Bakeries that cater for baby
shower parties are normally very busy. The flavour for your
chosen cake is most probally where you may experience problems
because of the wide variety of choice. Marzipan, currants,
sultanas are ingredients for rich mixes and I hasten to add not
to everyones taste. If baking your own opt for the simple sponge
cake, how you tart it up as in i.e. decoration is a different
matter.
Select the right cake to give ending to the sweetest beginning.
(Baby)
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Tuesday, 23 October 2007 04:00 |
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A Creative Dream Come True
A hush falls over the room as you bring out your child"s
birthday cake.
With candles glowing, your cake masterpiece sits at its place of
honor for all to admire as the room fills with the oohs and aahs
of your envious party guests. Your creative birthday cake is
wonderful and it fits your party theme perfectly.
Your birthday child makes a wish and your guests join in singing
the birthday song followed by cheers and applause. Then it"s
finally time to enjoy a taste of your delicious birthday
creation.
Now that"s the kind of reaction you want for your child"s
birthday cake!
Kid Birthday Cake Ideas
Let your imagination run wild when you plan your child"s
birthday cake because just about anything is possible. Here are
just a few ideas.
Princess Birthday Cake
Spaceship Birthday Cake
Skate Cake
Butterfly Cake
Ladybug Cake
Hot Dogs and French Fries Cake
Volcano Cake
Bug Mountain Cake
Lego Cake
Madeline"s Hat Cake
Princess Castle Cake
Green Eggs and Ham Cake
Panda Cake
Treasure Chest Cake
First Birthday Party Cake Ideas
Baby"s Bib Cake
Baby Cakes
Baby"s Booties
Puppy Dog Cake
Pail of Sand Cake
Like I said, when it comes to kid birthday cake ideas for your
child"s party, the only limit is your imagination.
Birthday Cake Recipes
Once you and your child decide what their party theme will be,
start thinking about your birthday cake masterpiece.
To get the recipes for the cakes mentioned above and for more
creative cake ideas, take a look at these Fun Kid Birthday Cake Ideas. And take
a look at First Birthday Cake Ideas for
recipes that will amaze your baby"s first birthday party guests.
All it takes is a little imagination and your kid birthday cake
will be a huge success!
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