Don't ask me how or why, but I'm super excited to share that I am in Cake Central Magazine!!
Well, not my likeness, but a cake I designed in response to an invitation from the magazine back in February of this year. I initially thought the email I received was in error, or a joke, so I ignored it at first. Then I thought I might as well respond - the only way to find out for sure. I was pleased to learn it was neither.
Pleasure quickly turned to panic, however. OMG, I don't know what I am doing and... WHAT? Two weeks? For me that's really just a couple days, once you factor in my regular work and other commitments. I was ready to throw in the towel, even before starting, but since that's not how I roll, I accepted the invitation. It was the Fashion Issue, after all, and I like, um... LOVE fashion!
Once I accepted, I was sent an inspiration photo. I kept thinking of Fitzgerald's, The Great Gatsby, which was a favourite book of mine. I love the era for its over-the-top opulence, which was visible in its fashion. I've often thought that I would have been a part of the flapper crowd, had I lived back then. I am especially intrigued with the headdresses, which, in addition to the Antonio Berardi inspiration dress provided, influenced the end product. At least, I hope they did...
I tried to convey a look of aged/vintage opulence by staining the pearls with a mixture of gold and teal lustre dust and vodka, then wiping it away, then added somewhat tarnished feathers and a decorative button to imitate the headdresses of that era.
My photos don't show the variation in the jewel-toned colours of the fondant very well, but they're there. I used a Wilton stone impression mat to create the fabric effect, then painted gold lustre dust in the crevices. With the exception of the feather mold, I've included a list of the tools I used to create this cake.
Thirty minutes prior to the deadline, I was just editing photos and hoping there wouldn't be a power outage or some mini disaster that would prevent me from submitting on time. In the end, it was rushed and didn't look exactly as I'd planned, but I am proud that I completed it and that the folks at Cake Central Magazine saw fit to include it.
Two years ago when I started this blog, I had no idea of the opportunities and accomplishments that awaited me. What an amazing way to step into year three! To all of you who visit my little sweet corner - comment, share, email, allow me to share in your special occasions purchase from my store, ways big and small - know that I am greatly appreciative of your support. I hope you're able to feel my great big virtual hug. 🙂 Thank you!
I'll be back in a couple days with some blueberry goodness. In the meantime, if you haven't already, take a second to enter my blog birthday giveaway here!
01VanillaBean01 says
I think you captured the Gatsby era of opulence beautifully in this cake. It is a stunning piece of work Jacquee and if you were indeed "working down to the wire" on this it certainly does not show. Very beautifully crafted and excited. Congratulations on being featured in Cake Central! So proud of you, it really is a "feather in your cap" 🙂
I Sugar Coat It! says
Thank you so very much, Paula! YOu have been such a huge supporter from the beginning. I did indeed work down to the wire - stressing and changing my mind every other second. Hahaa, yes - 'a feather in my cap' so to speak!! xoxo