Category: Cake Decorating Services
Author: Erica OBrien
Location: Lakewood, California
Tags: Birthday Cakes, Classes, Novelty Cakes, Occasion Cakes, Tutorials, Wedding Cakes
Erica OBrien
http://ericaobrien.blogspot.com/
Lindsay's Description:
For a wonderful mix of both the professional and personal side of being a custom cake designer and creator, Erica OBrien is the place to visit. As well as decorating a beautiful range of cakes for any occasion, Erica accompanies her photos with informative, enjoyable and entertaining write-ups. Showcasing not only her cakes, Erica also shares tips and advice, explanations of where her design ideas come from, fun quizzes, plus news of cake decorating classes she offers. Erica's blog is a real treat, her passion and humour come through in every post.
Erica OBrien's Description:
Erica OBrien has been creating wedding cakes since 1998. Here, she shares her tips, tools, insight, and inspiration. With blog posts for brides and bakers, Erica OBrien's blog is a must-read.
Recent Updates at Erica OBrien
Wedding Cake Serving Chart
03 September 2010
It's always challenging to determine what size pans to use for a cake. Search the web and you'll find that cake serving guides vary significantly. Earlene's Cake Serving Chart shows that a 9" cake serves only 22 guests, while Aztec Rental shows that it serves 32. I've always relied on an old Wilton ...
Diary of a Cake Design, Part I
26 August 2010
I see the world in cake. I can't help it! Everywhere I look I see fabric prints, magazine covers, china patterns, chandeliers, gift wrap, pillows, purses, greeting cards, labels, and logos all begging to be translated into cake. When I saw this photo in the Lowes Creative Ideas newsletter, I knew ...
Inspired by Oscar de la Renta
22 August 2010
This photo shoot was inspired by Oscar de la Renta's Pre-Fall 2010 collection. It's not so much that I was personally inspired--I'm no fashionista as anyone who knows me (or for that matter sees me) can testify--but rather Megan, the artistic genius behind Honey and Poppies was inspired. I'm kind ...
Why Have a Wedding Cake?
15 August 2010
The wedding cake is the most recognizable symbol of a wedding. It's what beer is to baseball, what Elvis is to rock and roll, what rice is to sushi. A wedding just isn't a wedding without the wedding cake. It's the first thing people notice at a wedding (okay, maybe that's just me, but still it's ...
On Fondant, Gumpaste, Pastillage, and Mexican Paste
07 August 2010
Between fondant, gumpaste, and pastillage, not to mention marzipan, Mexican paste and chocolate clay, it's easy to get confused about sugar paste terminology. Throw in some British terms--like flower paste and sugarpaste--and it's anyone's guess. Below is a (hopefully) comprehensive list of the ...
New Tier I: Introduction to Cake Design Classes
23 July 2010
We have just announced our new Tier I: Introduction to Cake Design course dates. To register, or for more information, please go the CLASSES page on our website: http://ericaobrien.com/classes.html. Classes are limited to four students.
Caribbean Art with a Bohemian Flair
13 July 2010
The Challenge: Elizabeth Anne Designs teamed up with The Sweetest Occasion for the Inspired Creations Contest. Basically, vendors were asked to submit photo shoots featuring their most creative, unique, and out-of-the-box concepts all for under $500. I love a challenge, and I'm proud to say we made ...
Andrea's Baby Shower
07 July 2010
Andrea is married to my husband's friend Rob. I liked her immediately the first time we met, and more and more every time I see her. She is a class act through and through. Her wedding, which she designed herself completely, was featured in The Knot magazine. The first time she invited us to ...
Fondant Reviews
03 July 2010
Sylvia Weinstock, the Queen of cakes, once said "I don't do fondant." Well I guess she's changed her tune, because I see a lot of her work around and it's all fondant. Let's face it: When it comes to achieving a perfectly smooth finish on a cake, nothing beats fondant. Nothing. Some people object ...
Fondant Reviews
02 July 2010
Sylvia Weinstock, known as the Queen of cakes, once said "I don't do fondant." Well I guess she's changed her tune, because I see a lot of her work around and it's all fondant. Let's face it: When it comes to achieving a perfectly smooth finish on a cake, nothing beats fondant. Nothing. Some people ...
