Make Your Own Adorable Baby Sprinkle Cakes

By J. Highland

A baby sprinkle is a party dedicated to second, third and later pregnancies. Usually, the baby shower is a larger event while the sprinkle is held in more intimate surroundings. The number of people invited is smaller and the party remains elegant and less pretentious.

When organizing a baby sprinkle, you have significant freedom in the selection of foods and beverages. A baby sprinkle can go without a cake but having a small one decorated in a stylish manner will certainly contribute to the atmosphere of the party.

Several basics will help you if you decide on making the baby sprinkle cake yourself. Understand the fact that cake creation and decoration takes time and if you lack the patience, you should probably purchase the baby sprinkle cake.

Do You Need a Baby Sprinkle Cake?

The first decision you need to make is whether you really need a baby sprinkle cake. Keep in mind that the number of people invited is usually small so even if you decide to make a cake, you will need a small one.

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A good alternative to a baby sprinkle cake is cupcakes. The advantage of cupcakes is that the number will be calculated so that no leftovers remain. A beautifully decorated cupcake will be just as spectacular as a cake.

Decide which option suits your needs better. If you decide on a cake, you will have to think about the most appropriate size – sufficient for everyone and simultaneously not large enough.

Make the Cake Less Elaborate

How should you approach cake making for a baby sprinkle? Remember one important keyword – simplicity.

The cake could be traditionally shaped – circular or rectangular. The flavor you select is up to you and the mom-to-be’s preferences. A plain and elegant white icing will add a degree of sophistication to your cake.

When it comes to additional decorations, you can use circular candies to create patterns. A dotted cake will be fun and appropriate for this type of party. A white cake can have one larger figure made out of fondant. The main decorative figure could be a baby, a crib or a baby carriage.

Cake Decorations Based on the Theme

A baby sprinkle, just like a baby shower could have a theme. One of the smartest and most logical moves is to use the theme when thinking of cake decorations. Understand the fact that even a plain cake will be good enough.

Use the theme to create the cake decorations. Even if you lack artistic skills that will help you make realistic decorative figures, you can get them stylized and simplified. Realism is not a precondition for a beautiful cake.

A sun and moon-themed cake involves simple figures that can be created effortlessly. You can also easily shape wooden cubes, a duckling, a teddy bear or a snowman. All these figures can be created in a child-like manner to add cuteness to the cake.

The cake that you bake is a simple one. Follow typical recipes and choose a flavor of preference. The fondant decorations will make your cake special. Pick an icing that corresponds in color to the baby sprinkle themes. You can either scatter small figures throughout the cake or have one large decorative item.

Cake making should be enjoyable. Have fun instead of feeling all stressed out. Still, if you feel uncertain in your cake baking skills, purchase one. Another option is to buy a plain cake and to decorate it yourself.

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Wedding Cake Ideas Using Ribbon

Wedding Cake Ideas Using Ribbon

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Sean Rose – My Ribbons and Bows

No matter what your wedding theme or colors are, ribbon is a beautiful/wonderful accent to make your special day unique. One such way to use ribbon is as part of the cake decorations. Below are some ideas to get your imagination going/kick-started:

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Polka Dot Ribbon and Shasta Daisies Talk about a beautiful|lovely, fun spring wedding cake! This three-tier cake is not your traditional wedding cake with its big Shasta daisies both on the top and on the sides. The polka dot ribbon is wrapped around layers to add fun|festive and festive|fun to your special day! Fresh flowers would smell wonderful and be a lovely|beautiful touch, but silk flowers will last longer and will not wilt. If this cake doesn’t fit your theme, it could easily be a bridal shower cake. Ribbon Layer Cake Using the main color of the wedding as the accent ribbon on your cake brings a stunning elegance|beauty to that part of the reception hall. A thicker dark colored ribbon can be used at the bottom of each layer, or you can use up to three thin ribbons of an accent color or lighter color on each layer as well. A couple|few more ideas would be to add a fresh flower bouquet atop the cake that blends all the wedding party’s colors or add edible pearls along with the ribbon for an exquisite look. How about using some ivy as well to bring the layers together? The table itself can be decorated with flower petals in the same colors as the wedding scattered around the table, some thick ribbon strips or bows expertly placed on the table and add some votive|matching candles to finish the look. Whether you use butter cream icing or fondant, satin|grosgrain ribbon or grosgrain|satin ribbon are great ribbon choices for cakes. Remember, though, to take the ribbons off when you are cutting each layer. The simple elegance|beauty of ribbon will set your wedding cake apart from others people have seen. It’s just one more way to make your wedding memorable for you and your guests.

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