Birthdays, Babies and some Wine Cupcakes!

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Sorry, It's been hectic lately and I have really been neglecting my postings.

Here are a few of the cakes I have done over the last few weeks:

A 50th Cake made for a Teacher who used to be a librarian, is involved with Pennie for Peace and an avid runner. 

Happy Birthday Karla!

MaKenna's Girlie Cakes

Happy Birthday Makenna

A gigantic cake made for a 50th Birthday party. This cake was massive, it weighed about 40 pound!

Made to look like gift boxes!

Flavors included: Vanilla with Raspberry Puree and Vanilla Buttercream, Chocolate with Vanilla Buttercream, and Chocolate Chip with Chocolate Buttercream.

Happy Birthday Lisa!

I'm bringing home a baby bumble bee!

Vanilla Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream adorned with hand-made edible sugar bees.

Possibly one of the cutest cakes I have made. Everything is edible. The pattern along the sides of the cake were modeled after the nursery's bedding

Welcome Juliana Blake!

Snook From the PBS kids show: It's a Big Big World!

Thsi was my first try at a 2D cake. Not perfect but still learning!

Happy Birthday Kevin!

Pinot Grigio cupcakes Made for a Bridal Shower at a Vineyard.

 Vanilla Cupcakes infused with a Pinot syrup, then topped with a special Pinot Buttercream. 

This was the first time I had to completely make up my own recipie. I could not find one to save my life. I'm really happy with how they turned out, and the slight buzz you get from them helps as well!

Finally, a Cupcake Party for Maddie's 8th Birthday!

We set up this ultra Girly Party with a Shopping Boutique and a Cupcake Decorating Station. 

The girls were given "Maddie Money" that they could spend in the boutique. The girls had a great time getting messy and spending "money" haha. The perfect party for the girliest girls!

The girls had a blast and we were exhausted by the end of the night, I'd say it was a success!

Happy Birthday Maddie!

Sorry I've been a bad blogger!

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Sorry everyone, I have been lacking the posts lately but it's been crazy since the holidays have come and gone, everyone has decided to throw parties this month. Stay tuned for new cakes and get status updates with my latest creations by becoming a fan on my Facebook Page: Sweet Treats by Jen Fan Page. Updates are usually done there first!

The best part of the job!

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I finally got a picture of the Erin's reaction when she saw her cake for the first time. I wasn't there when she got back from getting her hair and make-up done because I was getting myself ready for the night as well. She told me how much she loved it but seeing this really made my day! Her reaction was Priceless.

It took us 10 months and many tastings to get everything perfect but I feel we did a great job together. My first of many weddings to come!

Bring on 2010!

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A year ago I made this cake:

I had no idea what I was doing at the time but I knew I had to start somewhere.

One year, 52 weekends (yes they were mostly all booked) and over 150 cakes made, I have grown tremedously!
Thank you for a wonderful year, it has been amazing. I can't believe how well things have taken off, the response is overwhelming at times but I always find a way to get it done. One thing I have definitly learned is to PLAN, PLAN, PLAN (I thought I knew this one, well being a teacher and all) 3 am emergency baking is not fun! And when it comes to a deadline and you're in a jam, people who you never would have thought to call for help, come to the rescue! (Thanks Mom, Col and Mrs. Mossor)
 
Thank you to all my clients who have let me into your families to celebrate the most precious moments in your life. I feel truly blessed.

2010 will be the year of Sweet Treats, I have a lot of new things in the works, some that have even surprised me! It's such an exciting time and I couldn't be more Thankful!

Enjoy a safe and wonderful New Year!

Merry Christmas

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Finally gettting to post my holiday treats from the last few days: Christmas was low key this year, very relaxing, it's been so busy this year it was nice to have a few slow days to actually enjoy the holidays. Merry Christmas!

Frosty the Snowman, All edible.

He brought a lot of fun and good cheer to Christmas dinner, especially late in the evening ( Let's just say his head was passed around!)

Christmas Eve Cupcake Set-up, Adorned with Fondant Initials, presents, stocking, and holly leaves.

Flavors included: Snickers, Vanilla with Chocolate Ganache, Chocolate with Chocolate Ganche, and Peppermint Patty.

Thanks for an amazing year but I'm ready for 2010 and all it brings!

Happy "Holly"days!

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30th Birthday Kegger!

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While 18 inches of snow was falling here in Philadelphia, I was making this Philadelphia Brewing Company Keg Cake made for an avid brewer.

Cake was made of 5 Layers of Vanilla and Chocolate Cakes with Chocolate and Peanut Butter Buttercream Fillings, covered in Chocolate Ganache and decorated in fondant.

HAPPY 30TH BIRTHDAY TIM, I hope you enjoyed your Kegger!

A Festive Birthday for Holly

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One of the teachers at my school celebrated her birthday this week. Ironically her name is Holly. These cupcakes are Vanilla with Chocolate Ganache filling, topped with Chocolate Buttercream and Festive fondant Holly Leaves. The birthday girl got a Jumbo Personalized Cupcake all to herself.

Happy Birthday Holly, you work so hard all year round, you really deserve it!

Kids Cakes Galore!

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I did 2 repeat kids cake recently, they are just so fun to make!

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Cake and Smash Cake

Inside; Vanilla and Chocolate Layers of cake with Whipped Chocolate Ganche and Chocolate Buttercream fillings. Decorated in Fondant.

Happy 1st Birthday Logan!

3-D Thomas the Train Cake

Inside; Chocolate Chip Cake with Chocolate Buttercream. Decorated with Fondant.

Happy 2nd Birthday Peter!

Christmas Orders

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Christmas is only 24 days away. Get your Christmas orders in NOW, the holidays are booking up fast. Orders are based on a first come, first serve basis.  Due to my solo act, I limit the number of orders I take a week. Get them in now and secure your spot. Happy Holidays!

Ultimate Philadelphia Cake

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This cake was made for an Ultimate Phillies Fan for his 30th birthday. We added all the elements that Matt loves, baseball, Cheesesteaks and Guinness. The bottom tier is Vanilla Butter cake with Peanut Butter Fluff and Chocolate Buttercreams, the Baseball Diamond is chocolate cake with vanilla buttercream, while the baseball on top was Vanilla Butter Cake as well.

All decorations are edible.

 On top we added the signatures of Matt's wife, kids* ( it should say Joe not Jon, I goofed* Sorry Matt!), and puppy to the baseball!

I got a nice note from Jenn, Matt's wife reguarding the cake:

Jen - your work is great. It is obvious how much time you spend on each cake and the passion you have to make the cake perfect. We absolutely LOVED it!! The cake was amazing! To look at and to eat! Everyone immediately stopped to see the cake when they came in and couldn't stop saying how awesome it looked. And Matt loved it too. The cheesesteak was perfect! Matt and Caitlin shared it ha! Oh and the cake....yum yum yum!! The peanut butter cake was just so delicious!!

Thank you thank you thank you thank you!!! You added such a great piece to Matt's surprise party

Happy Birthday Matt, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

Jackpot!

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This Slot Machine was created for a friend's mother for her 85th birthday. She loves to gamble in Atlantic City so we thought the best way to represent her personality is to create a slot machine out of cake.

Everything is completely edible. Inside is vanilla pound with traditional chocolate buttercream, covered and decorated with fondant. The coins are chocolate also.

I hope this cake brings you some luck at the slots, Happy Birthday!

Very Thankful

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I could not be more thankful for everyone who has supported and encouraged my baking endeavors.Take the time today, and everyday, to thank the people who made a significant difference in your life and continue to be a driving force through-out the year. Happy Thanksgiving, now Let's eat some PIE!

I made a few pies this year, not my best work (I just can't get pies right, plus I was swamped with orders so they were slacking). The pumpkin and coconut were made by me, while the Apple Streusel was made by my wonderful friend Christina. She is a pie Connesuir, her pies are amazing! We have decided to stick with what we are both best at and just trade baked goods for special occasions and that is FINE with me!

We loved it Christina, Thanks!!

More from Erin and Nate

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I just got some professional pictures of my work from Erin and Nate's Wedding. I couldn't be happier with the results!

Here is a Collage I made.

Upper Darby Reunion

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This cake was made for one of the teachers at my school who was having her 35th Reunion. She gave me free range with design. The school's letters were copied and hand- carved, as well as the color scheme.

Everything is edible, even the plaque on top.

Inside is Vanilla Pound with Layers of Vanilla Buttercream and Fresh Raspberry Puree.

Happy 35th Reunion Upper Darby Class of 1974!