Thank you, Karl

I had the pleasure of meeting (and delivering cupcakes to)Karl Eckel of Delford West Flowers last week. Karl has been a friend of my husband's family for years and always creates the most beautiful arrangements for my mother-in-law for special occasions. We've even worked together before - he did the amazing flowers for my sister-in-law's wedding including the beautiful bouquet for the cake - but I've never had a chance to meet him. As I get my fledgling business off the ground, Karl graciously offered to pass my business card along to brides that he works with. Thanks again, Karl! I truly appreciate your support.

The contenders...

for new favorite cupcake: chocolate + espresso buttercream + little chocolate stars and chocolate filled with ganache + cream cheese frosting + REAL chocolate jimmies. Yum!

Pretty in pink

I'm not a big fan of cupcakes with too much stuff on them - edible or otherwise... but a little something, like a pinwheel or flag can be a great detail to pull together a theme for a wedding or party. The pinwheel was relatively simple to make, but if you don't have the time or inclination, you'll find an amazing selection here.

Please, please, please eat the daisies

Finally, after months and months of Hot Wheels and Superman parties, a little girl party – with a flower theme! I love my son, Graham and all of his rambunctious friends, but I’m not as crazy about their stuff (though to be fair, Graham does enjoy wearing a tutu and being a “super princess”). I decided to make her an apron, found the daisy fabric and fell in love. It was so sweet and springy - perfect for Naomi's 4th birthday!

Tony & Monina's wedding

Tony & Monina got married last summer at Cornerstone Gardens in Sonoma. The place, the weather, the couple - all gorgeous!! The design of the cake was inspired by their invite (which I regrettably don't have a picture of - ugg the lovely bride just sent to me!). The cake was lemony filled with homemade boysenberry jam.