Hockey Puck Cake

I had a request for a hockey themed birthday cake for a Toronto Maple Leafs fan. What says hockey more than a giant hockey puck!. In the centre of the puck is the Maple Leaf's Centre Ice logo (or my version of it anyway). The birthday boy (adult really) loved his cake.

April 2009 Tasting

My March tasting filled up so quickly that I have added a second tasting on April 25th from 1:30pm-5:30pm. Please call Rachel at 905-261-7345 or email sweet_occasions@rogers.com to book your individual appointment. 30 minute appointments will be booked for couples who have already had consulations. 1 hour appointments will be booked for couples who are meeting to discuss their cake for the first time.

Spring 2009 Cake Tasting

I have finally set a date for my Spring 2009 Cake tasting. Thanks to those of you who have been waiting patiently for the details.

Please don't forget to call and book an appointment. I will be meeting with individual couples to allow them to sample my work and have a chance to discuss their wedding cake. I will be offering samples of my most popular cakes as well as a one or two cakes with a twist.

Pretty in Pink

This is cake that I made for a Bridal Show at the end of October. I had been wanting to do an all pink wedding cake for some time, so I decided the bridal show was the perfect opportunity. This picture isn't great as I took it with my less than great digital camera, but I still love how it looks. I made pink gumpaste roses and gumpaste fabric to match the fondant. I was really happy with the overall look of the cake. It was simple and elegant...exactly what a pale pink cake should be!

It has been a busy few months. I was just checking through some photos and realized that I have completely forgotten to post a bunch of cakes I have done recently.

This winter wonderland was for a wedding held in a beautiful golf course in Lindsay. I was really excited when the bride said she wanted a snowflake wedding cake as my first wedding cake was a snowflake cake. I am much happier with how this one turned out:)

I am really happy with how my take on the "cherry blossom" cake turned out. I am not sure who the original designer is, but I love all versions of it. The bride requested a small cake with cupcakes on the bottom. I loved the elegance of the simple cake stand with the cupcakes surrounding the cake. It looked very lovely. I almost had a disaster while delivering the cake. I was less than 1 minute away from the reception hall when I took a corner a little too sharply and almost toppled the cake. There was a little mark on the back of the cake (luckily) that I was able to smooth out when I got there!! My heart was beating so fast. I will definitely be avoiding another close call.

The pink Calla Lilly cake was for another small wedding at the end of November. The bride and groom live out West, so the groom's mum was making the plans. Yvonne from the Apple Blossom Flower shop in Orono refered me. It was short notice but I was more than happy to help out.

Christmas Desserts

Christmas is one of my favourite times of year. I love listening to (and singing) Christmas music, I love driving around and seeing homes lite up with beautiful lights and decorations and of course I LOVE all the Christmas baking I get to do. This year Sweet Occasions is offering some delicious Christmas desserts to help make your Christmas Season a little Sweet-er.

Gift Giving
If you are looking for a gift for a chocolate lover, we have just what you are looking for. Instead of giving an ordinary box of chocolates, give a box our Sweet Obsession Brownies. This is a one pound box of moist, fudgey brownies. Flavours include: Double chocolate fudge, Chocolate walnut, Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Cherry and Chocolate Peanut Butter.

Holiday Entertaining
Whether you are hosting a Christmas party or just want to be prepared for unexpected visits, Sweet Occasions has you covered with a platter of assorted Christmas cookies. All cookies are delivered fresh and can be put in the freezer, or right on your table. Each platter contains 2 1/2 dozen delicious Christmas Cookies. Cookies include: Peanut Butter Munchies, Cranberry Raspberry Pinwheels, Ginger Crinkles, Chocolate Cherry Blossoms, Maple Shortbread sandwich cookies, and Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Bark.

Christmas Morning
Wake up the house with the amazing scent of our Christmas Butterscotch Buns floating through your home. This is a true "You Bake" dessert. These wonderful sticky buns come in a disposable bundt pan. Simply place them in the freezer until the night before you want to serve them. Take them out of the freezer before you turn out the lights and let them sit on the counter overnight. In the morning they will be ready to bake. In 30 minutes you will have fresh, sweet and sticky Christmas Butterscotch buns to pull out of the oven and serve to your loved ones...and boy will they love you for it!

Pricing:
Box of Brownies - $12
Christmas Cookie Platter - $20 for 2 1/2 dozen
Christmas Buttersctoch Buns - $15

Please call Rachel at 905-261-7345 or email to place your order. Orders will be available Dec. 13th and Dec. 19th. Orders can be picked up in Newcastle or can be delivered to you for $5. Orders of $50 or more will recieve free delivery.

MaMi Shoppes Christmas shopping party

You're all invited to a unique Christmas shopping experience! Local mompreneurs are meeting under one roof to provide you with the best in selection for your holiday shopping. There is truly something for everyone on your list. This is one party you don't want to miss!

This party is being held on Nov. 25th, 2008 - 1 month to the big day! There are 2 shopping periods to accomodate everyone: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm. Participating businesses include:Balaboosta Baby - trendy baby accessories for the modern mommmyCreative Kids Klub - crafty workshops for childrenKosyKids - innovative sleepers for your babyMusiGo - original children's music and movement cds & toysOrnamentea Soaps - soaps in unique shapes and scentsPeridot Designs - sterling silver & semi-precious jewelrySenter Studios Photography & Designs - silver photo jewelry and professional photography servicesSweet Occasions - custom order designer Christmas cakes, goodies & unique edibles available onsite

Also featuring:LEGO at factory direct prices, baby bows, stained glass ornaments, craft & scrapbooking supplies, handmade chocolates, knitted cupcakes, etched glasses and more!

Visit http://mamishoppes.blogspot.com/ for directions to the location as well as links to the artisans websites!

~Refreshments courtesy of Sweet Occasions~~Children's activity table courtesy of Creative Kids Klub