The use of fondant for cake decorating is an art that is actually hundreds of years old. Also known in Europe as 'sugar paste', this sweet variation of marzipan icing was often used in decorating wedding cakes during the Renaissance due to its unique texture and flexibility to be rolled, stamped and cut. And as we all know now, fondant has more possibilities than any 16th century baker every dreamed. One of those possibilities has become one of the most elegant and versatile of designs

  There's absolutely more than one way to think of wedding "bands" - on your finger, for your reception - or as a lovely accent for a fantastic wedding cake. "Bands" of satin ribbons or fondant, even crystals - are often used to create visions of loveliness that coordinate with your selected wedding colors - or just plain make a statement of beauty and elegance. They can be the solo stars of a confection - or adorned with hand-piping, intricate scrollwork, clutches of blooms made of sugar

  Wedding Cake Blues. It sounds like an old jazz song, but in this case, we're talking about the literal "cake" itself. You know the saying, "

Having the opportunity to design, bake and create wedding cakes for the happiest day of a couple's new life together is a gift - for us. Using our talents and artistry to provide this most important element of a wedding reception, whether for traditional or sophisticated cakes - or stylish and charming cakes - well, let's just say there's a reason we chose this profession. And for those times when we get to connect with a bride and groom that have a sense of humor or

  As professional cake artists, we work with colors. Bright colors - bold colors - pastels and jewels. But we have to admit to a certain fondness for designing wedding cakes using a classic black and white color scheme. It's sophisticated and timeless, and lends itself well to affairs of all styles. Whether your wedding plans are scaled around traditional, casual, glamorous or virtually any other theme - the chances are that there is a perfect black and white cake design just waiting to adorn your

Damask. A design feature with a lengthy history of its own. The art of crafting damask weaves for silk and other fabrics dates back to the Middle Ages and is one of the most instantly recognizable designs in the world. No wonder then that this ancient art has been one of the most popular choices of brides today who choose to bring the elegant look of damask into their day of honor and celebration. There's no end to the ways this stunning feature can be woven

How many things are as anxiously anticipated as the arrival of a new baby? Whether it's a friend, a family member, or even yourself playing the Waiting Game, it is absolutely a time for celebration and preparation. Of course, it also doesn't matter if it's your first - or your 10th - new babies need "stuff" (in fact, it's pretty amazing how much stuff they need, isn't it?). And what better way to bring all that 'stuff' together than at a Baby Shower? You have to know

Pastry Palace Las Vegas 991 Beaded Handbag You know one of them. An acquaintance, a friend, a family member – whose purse collection far outnumbers their shoes. (No easy feat – pun-intended – since shoes travel in pairs!) She’s addicted. Any stroll past a department store window always includes an “Oh – I LOVE that bag!” comment. She has the “Perfect” purse to go with any outfit (even some that haven’t been designed yet.) She admits it. You can, too. She’s a “handbag addict” – and

  Obsessed with bling. Sugar diamonds. Fondant quilting adorned with gems. Hey - you're getting married in Fabulous Las Vegas! Your wedding cake needs to keep up with the Jones's, right? We've had a little bit of experience with that. Okay - a lot of experience. And quite honestly, these are some of our favorite cakes to make (perhaps it's because we love it when "all eyes are on the cake"!). There's no doubt that some well-placed sparkly accents can bring just the right touch of elegance to