Sugar Rush

The cake orders have been pouring in!  Here are a few:

It's been a blessing to be so busy!  Isabelle has enjoyed being my "helper" for a lot of these cakes.  Lots of stolen cake tops and fondant pieces.

Darling Isabelle is 3! (Update from May 2013)

My sweet darling girl turned three this spring, and she gracefully made the transition. I still have heart pangs when I see a glimmer of that baby face peeking out from her now more child like face.  She is 100% girl, loves everything pink, cute, and cuddly.

For her 3rd birthday she settled on  a Dora theme.  Sticking to our backyard birthday style we decided to have a Dora extravaganza!

Happy birthday my darling!!!

From the kitchen this week

 

Lobster: boil water add a dash of salt.  Add lobsters to boiling water for 15-20 minutes for 1-2 pounds.  Remove, rinse quickly with cool water, and serve with melted butter.

 Sugar cookies:  I did not make these from scratch unfortunately, but it was late and Corey's co-workers gobbled them up anyway.

Gourmet burgers:  melt 1/4 cup of butter with 1/4 cup of Worcester sauce, add patties and cook to taste. (Only flip once)

Caramelized onions and peppers: melt butter in a large sauce pan add garlic and let simmer for 5 minutes.  Add 1 large sliced onion and 5 sliced bell peppers.  Season with a touch of cracked pepper and salt.  Cook on medium high heat, stirring occasionally, until peppers are soft and onions are caramelized.  Turn heat down to a low medium and add a dash of parsley and 2 teaspoons of balsamic vinegar.  Serve hot or room temp.

Busy Momma

 

Nannying during the week.  Baking fondant cakes for Bella Cakes into the wee hours.  Sewing, crocheting, and knitting special orders.  All the while being Mom 'round the clock.  Yep, I guess I'm pretty busy.  Last weekend I set up a booth with a friend at the local craft fair and although the crowds were minimal, I will be in an article in the local newspaper (free advertising), it will have been well worth the effort.

Bella Inspired - My special order sewn, knit, or crochet items.

Bella Cakes - My cake venture, making fondant cakes for all occasions.