Hannelie
This Butterfly Cake was my (twin) daughter’s second birthday cake. My husband and I usually put in a lot of effort into these cakes! I usually use Nigella’s buttermilk cake recipe. It is moist and sturdy – perfect for cutting out. Like with my other cakes I design, print and laminate a picture which I … Read more
I made this Nemo Cake for my sister-in-law’s son. I always use gel or powder colouring – the colours are more vibrant. The eyes and fins I printed and laminated. Remember to use white margarine (wooden spoon in SA) when making white icing, if you are using a butter based icing.
This Buzz Lightyear Cake was for my son’s (1 of twins) 4th birthday. Baking, building and icing the cakes are a huge effort between me (artist) and my husband (in construction)! I used two 25cm ring cake pans and a big Pyrex glass bowl (test-bake this part beforehand if you are using a big bowl) … Read more
This Dolphin Cake was my (twin) son’s second birthday cake. My husband and I usually put in a lot of effort into these cakes! The dolphin was my husbands’ artwork, while I was attending to the butterfly. I usually use Nigella’s buttermilk cake recipe. It is moist and sturdy – perfect for cutting out. I … Read more