Monthly Archives: May 2009

Wedding Day: Leanne and Dave | Nat Caron Photography | Craigleith Wedding

This couple was a blast to work with. The bride had her vision of a enchanted style reception. The Reception was held at the Craigleith Ski Club outside Collingwood, which was the first time I had delivered a cake there and was wowed by the venue’s tall wood beam ceiling and views of the ski...

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All stitched up! | Blue and Red Art Show Cake | Blue Mountain Foundation of the arts

I admire people who have the patience to hand stitch thread to fabric to make something beautiful or cozy. Since I’m not the best at sewing (I’m no a “Martha Stewart” ), this is my tribute to the seamstresses out there. This cake was made for the Blue Mountain Foundation of the Arts located downtown...

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The Cake Show at Wychwood Barns- Toronto wedding cake competition

I will be competing in the live Cake Design Challenge at The Cake Show. This is a great event for a good cause . “Join us for an exhibition of wedding-themed designer cakes created by students and alumni of our school. Scheduled events also include: Wedding Cake Competition; Cake Decorating Demonstrations; Cake Tasting Contest; and...

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The Caketress has been awarded Cake Designer of the Year"!!!!

Collingwood’s own Lori Hutchinson Cakes has just received “Cake designer of the Year” presented by the Canadian Wedding Industry Awards. The Canadian Wedding Industry Awards showcases the immense talent across Canada. Look out for the next issue of Wedluxe Magazine for a full list of the industries winners.

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What to bring to a Wedding Cake Consultation?

So you’ve set the date , picked your venue , decided your theme/decor of your day and now it’s time to plan the design of your cake. The wedding cake can be the sweet part of your planning , but you should come prepared. It’s important to bring any ideas for the cake design that...

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Sugar flowers vs. Fresh Flowers

Sugar flowers are a fabulous creation consisting of an almost porcelain like consistency. Made from a sugar dough known as gumpaste they are edible confections that add such beauty to a cake it is unbelievable. They are hand molded , dried , painted and assembled and take days sometimes weeks to create. With sugar flowers...

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Country Inspired | Yellow and Green Spring Wedding Cakes | Vaughan Wedding Cakes

Spring has sprung and this fierce three tier square cake was inspired by the country. I decorated this wedding cake design with edible dogwood, yellow buttercup and butterflies with a white picket fences. Matching cupcakes are great added decoartive touch. Photography by Rowell Photography

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Marie Antionette Vintage Style Inspired Cake | Cake Design Inspiration

This vintage four tier cake design was designed as if it was for Marie Antionette herself. I believe cakes should have style to reflect the person/couple your celebrating.  With vintage golden sugar buttons, lady cameos, and large 24 karot gold rose , it’s a very regal design. I really believe that the wedding cake should stand out on...

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Toronto Peach Wedding Cakes and Cupcakes | Three tier Oval Cakes | Woodbridge Wedding | Rowell Photography

Sometimes color plays a huge role in designing an elegant wedding cake. The soft peach tones on this three layer oval wedding cake really makes it pop. With whimsical climbing fabric like fowers and a touch of sequins , this cake is quite soft and  pretty. Photography by Rowel Photography

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Blue Orchids and White Draped Wedding Cake | Three tier Cakes Toronto | Rowell Photography

This three tier white and blue wedding cake was truly tailored made to the bride. Her gown was beautiful with several pleats gathered around the her waist with blue orchids being a beautiful accent to the couples spring wedding. The ceremony was held at Lora Bay Golf club , which beautifully over looks Georgian Bay. The...

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Flower and Fairies Wedding Cake | Whimsical Cakes Woodbridge | Rowell Photography

One of my favorite parts of my job as a cake designer, is of course designing the almighty wedding cake। The bride and groom had a creative side , which made my job even more exciting when they were open to the idea of adding sugar mushrooms and fairies। The goal was was to create...

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Cupcakes Vs. Wedding Cake | Tips from a Cake Designer

There’s something so whimsically childlike about unwrapping a cupcake and so elegant cutting into a tiered masterpiece. This is why it is so hard to decide between the two. If you’re having a formal wedding, you may choose a grand and elegant wedding cake. Wedding cakes are best for a formal sit down dinner ,...

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