September 1, 2010 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 9 September Brides Tradition states that wedding cakes are to be tiered masterpieces featuring white cake and white frosting. However, today’s modern couples are going in decidedly different directions with their wedding cakes. Often the dessert is as varied and unique as the couple them9-2-09 janine selves. SeptBridesBanner be created to match couples’ indiWedding cakes can vidual styles and tastes, as well as the color scheme of the 6 x .75 wedding. Shapes and sizes can be mixed and matched depending upon what the bride and groom envision. Working closely with a skilled cake artist can yield a truly exceptional confection. Here are some ideas for embellishing wedding cakes and making them mirror the personality of the wedding. Consider a different shape other than standard round A Fall Wedding Showcase Modern confections enhance today’s weddings Most couples plan to thank guests for attending their weddings by issuing favors at the end of the festivities. Being creative and tying the favor into the theme of the wedding are creative ways to show you care. Wedding favors can be anything the couple desires. Throughout the years there have been some favor standards that many couples fall back on when they’re short on ideas. Matchbooks printed with the wedding date, Jordan almonds wrapped in tulle, drink stirrers, and candles are all classic favor options. If you desire something unique, consider these options. Candy: Go for something guests are sure to enjoy: chocolate. Custom engrave chocolate bars to feature your wedding date information and your names. Or how about setting up a “candy bar” where guests can fill up their own goodie bags with favorite treats? Useful tools: Instead of the drink stirrers or coaster sets that will end up collecting dust, think about household items guests can really use. What about an ice cream scooper so memories of your wedding will always Think outside of the wedding favor box be sweet? A barbecue sauce basting set will be a grillside must. Depending on budget, you also can choose ice buckets, an engraved napkin holder, or a picnic basket filled with picnic essentials. Plants: Send guests home with something they can plant, whether flower seeds, seedlings, or a small houseplant. As your love grows, so will the plants in every guest’s home. Fun ideas: Having a beach wedding? Custom-print labels for lip balm or sunscreen. Winter brides and grooms may add a tag to earmuffs or scarves that give the wedding date details. If you love a particular musical artist, give guests a CD with favorite songs. Let them eat cake: Inquire whether your baker can make miniature wedding cakes in the likeness of your larger one. Then everyone can take home a replica. Personalized photo: One of the easiest ways for guests to remember your wedding is to have a photo reminder. Engraved frames with a photo of the happy couple will be classic gifts. or square tiers. How about something that ties into your theme, such as a seashell or a sandcastle for a beachside wedding? There are many decorating styles available and you may not have to go with the traditional buttercream icing. Rolled fondant can be cut and shaped into a variety of embellishments. Talk with the cake designer about his or her specialties in cake design, and ask to see a lookbook of past cakes created. Be sure the person whose work you are reviewing will be the actual person doing your cake. Consider matching the flowers in bouquets and table settings on the cake. Skilled decorators can create sugar or piped flowers that rival the look of the real thing. Base the cake on the style of the bride’s wedding gown. 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