Friday, August 20, 2010

I Did It!

My first Wedding Cake.
Okay, can I have a moment to pat myself on the back. I have been so scared for the last month. I really didn't know if I could pull this off, but I did. Do you remember my practice cake HERE?

I am so proud of this cake, even if it is far from perfect.
I love the flowers.
The top tier is my favorite.
I think they liked it too.
Click HERE for the recipes I used and how I did it.

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46 comments:

  1. Pam - @diy Design FanaticAugust 20, 2010 at 2:57 PM

    It's gorgeous! Congratulations!!! I know what you have gone through ... my husband has made a few cakes for other people for special occasions. He made a wedding cake a couple of years ago as a favor and was so nervous - even though he used to be a pastry chef!
    Your cake looks awesome!

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  2. AnnabelleAugust 20, 2010 at 2:59 PM

    Wow, you did an amazing job!!!!! Beautiful!!!!

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  3. Caroline @ The Feminist HousewifeAugust 20, 2010 at 3:19 PM

    No way! I cannot believe this is your first wedding cake...

    I LOVE IT! It's gorgeous!

    Fabulous job. I'm envious of your skills!

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  4. Mami Made ItAugust 20, 2010 at 3:34 PM

    Stunning! Gorgeous cake!
    Congrats!

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  5. UnknownAugust 20, 2010 at 3:45 PM

    Awesome! Absolutely fabulous... If this is your 1st wedding cake... I can't wait to see the next one:-)
    Hugs from Portugal
    AnaIsa

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  6. Princess of Everything (and then some)August 20, 2010 at 3:54 PM

    You did a wonderful job! It looks so professional!!

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  7. idesignAugust 20, 2010 at 4:05 PM

    those flowers are INCREDIBLE!!!!!! :O

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  8. eliseAugust 20, 2010 at 4:33 PM

    it's so dainty and gorgeous!
    i love it:O) great job!

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  9. Lessons LearnedAugust 20, 2010 at 5:08 PM

    WOW!!! that's all i can say!

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  10. KelleyAugust 20, 2010 at 6:06 PM

    Amazing! Well worth the practice and prep work! The lacework is just exquisite!

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  11. UnknownAugust 20, 2010 at 6:18 PM

    The cake is stunning! Absolutely beautiful! I would love to get the recipes that you used. My daughter who just started pastry arts school is going to be making her brothers wedding cake and she is nervous, any tips you can share would be greatly appreciated! Sue

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  12. Renee•Candy Stick LaneAugust 20, 2010 at 8:23 PM

    GURLFRIEND!!!! GORGEOUS!!!!!

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  13. jessicaAugust 20, 2010 at 8:28 PM

    ohhhh! That is beautiful! Great job! I am way too scared to make a wedding cake. I was going to make my own (a few years back) but my mom talked me out of it just in time so I didn't lose my mind!

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  14. Angela@the crazyness that is meAugust 20, 2010 at 8:41 PM

    Oh My that is freaking cool!!! They surely do love it! Makes me all inspired for the cake I am making next week for my 3 year old.!!!

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  15. UnknownAugust 20, 2010 at 9:07 PM

    That.looks.IN.CREDIBLE!!! Wow! It's seriously a show piece. VERY nice!

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  16. Sharon@thisthriftyhouseAugust 20, 2010 at 10:18 PM

    I am so proud of you too! It looks amazing!! Awesome Job!

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  17. Kami @ Sweet Charli...August 20, 2010 at 11:22 PM

    NO WAY! YOU ARE STINKING AMAZING! I LOVE IT! GREAT JOB!

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  18. Adena (aka cre82learn)August 21, 2010 at 1:30 AM

    You did an amazing job for this to be your first wedding cake!! I've done cakes off and on for 14 yrs and my oldest dd just went thru culinary and is now doing it in addition to cooking job. How did you do flowers? Looks like the stand on their own, so royal icing?? But doesn't quite look like that..ummm, something stiffer than fondant? Gumpaste? ooohhhh, or sugarveil?? Come by and visit me, have some cake pics too. Made a cake with a royal icing tiara on previous post.

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  19. HannahAugust 21, 2010 at 5:15 AM

    Gorgeous!!!

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  20. Bethany @ The Paper PonyAugust 21, 2010 at 9:22 AM

    You should be so proud! It really turned out so beautiful! Great job! Now you can hire yourself out!

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  21. Nana's Fun StuffAugust 21, 2010 at 9:26 AM

    I saw your link on Tatertots and Jello for Saturday wrap up party and thought I'd stop by. You did an awesome job on it. It is beautiful :)

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  22. iammommahearmeroarAugust 21, 2010 at 9:35 AM

    You SHOULD be patting yourself on the back. That is AMAZING!!! Way to go Kalleen! I am so impressed.

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  23. ErinAugust 21, 2010 at 11:04 AM

    the cake looks fantastic! can't wait for the how too on the flowers.

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  24. KimMalkAugust 21, 2010 at 2:04 PM

    When I saw your thumbnail at "Hodge Podge" I was already happy for you. This is just stunning!

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  25. LorieAugust 21, 2010 at 2:55 PM

    You did an amazing job! I would love to know how you made the leaves. They look like doilies! Love them!!

    Thanks for linking up to Show and Tell Saturday!!

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  26. MeganAugust 21, 2010 at 4:51 PM

    WOW!!! I wish you could have made our wedding cake!

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  27. MeghanAugust 21, 2010 at 8:07 PM

    This is absolutely awesome!!!!!

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  28. Sassy Sites!August 21, 2010 at 9:15 PM

    Great Job! I love your blog and I'm your newest follower! Come by Sassy Sites and say HI!

    Marni @ Sassy Sites
    www.sassysites.blogspot.com

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  29. UnknownAugust 21, 2010 at 9:31 PM

    this is beautiful! I would get married again just to have a cake this pretty! Great job!!

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  30. Sarah JackmanAugust 21, 2010 at 11:00 PM

    Amazing Kalleen - really!

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  31. Momma BAugust 22, 2010 at 7:02 AM

    FANtastic! You did a wonderful job!

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  32. Amy @ Blowout Party!August 22, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    Wow, you did an amazing job! It looks fabulous!

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  33. Katie OlthoffAugust 22, 2010 at 10:46 AM

    Wow! It is seriously amazing! The flowers are so cool!

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  34. Michelle @ Delicate ConstructionAugust 22, 2010 at 11:51 AM

    Looks fantastic!!!

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  35. DeniseAugust 22, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    WOW! Really cute! I love to make cakes, but I would never attempt a wedding cake! You should be proud... I like your blog and am going to come back and read more after I get to everyones on the show and tell link up. Thank you so much for sharing.
    I love being a part of this show and tell!
    Thanks
    Denise
    www.dancinglydenise.typepad.com

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  36. UnknownAugust 22, 2010 at 1:30 PM

    I'm your newest follower :) that is amazing!! I hope you link up to MMM...it starts tonight at midnight !!

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  37. UnknownAugust 23, 2010 at 8:33 AM

    this is STUNNING. really, really beautiful. you have such a gift! my mom also does cakes (non-professionally) and i know how stressed she gets--she refuses to do an actual wedding cake. (she'll only do shower/party cakes) i can't imagine how difficult this must have been!!! way to go :0)

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  38. Cindy AdkinsAugust 23, 2010 at 9:40 AM

    Oh my gosh--this is stunning and fabulous!!! I don't have words for how gorgeous it is!
    Hugs,
    Cindy
    xox

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  39. Cindy AdkinsAugust 23, 2010 at 9:42 AM

    Oops! I just thought of one more thing...I have a blog party called Creative Spirit Challenge that is on the 8th of each month...I sure WISH you'd link this up on Sept. 8..it is spectacular.
    http://cindyadkinswhimsicalmusings.blogspot.com

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  40. Ann @ makethebestofthingsAugust 23, 2010 at 11:11 AM

    So gorgeous. Words fail me. Beautiful beautiful.

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  41. Life in RehabAugust 23, 2010 at 1:41 PM

    Whoaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa, how did you dream up that fantastic design? I LOVE it!

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  42. KatieAugust 23, 2010 at 5:16 PM

    This looks absolutely fantastic! It sure looks like the happy couple is enjoying it, too.

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  43. LisaAugust 24, 2010 at 11:39 AM

    Looks professional to me and I like your cake better than I do the original inspiration cake. Great job!
    Blessings,
    Lisa
    www.trinity-house.com

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  44. Mandy BeyelerAugust 25, 2010 at 6:25 AM

    thanks for linking up to TAke-A-Look Tuesday on Sugar Bee Craft Edition - you were featured today! Mandy, www.craftedition.blogspot.com

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  45. UnknownAugust 26, 2010 at 10:34 PM

    this is GORGEOUS! just fabulous!
    we'll be featuring you tomorrow- come on by and grab a button... :)

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  46. MonicaSeptember 23, 2010 at 2:54 PM

    Simply beautiful...I love the colors and the flowers are great, are they made of fondant or gumpaste? Followed you here from Today's creative Blog!

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