Friday, September 23, 2011

Hearst Castle - Casa Del Sol

Michael proposed to Tatiana in front of Casa Del Sol at Hearst Castle, California, so of course a Hearst Castle wedding cake was perfect way to start their new lives as Husband and Wife.

Hearst Castle is located overlooking the Pacific Ocean in San Luis Obisbo County owned by William Randolf Hearst.  After 25 years of construction, the castle was ready in 1947.  The castle grounds encompasses 250,000 acres, complete with it's own zoo, 2 pools, and three guest houses. 

Hearst Castle has been host to many well known guests such as Winston Churchill, Charles Lindbergh, Howard Hughes, Charlie Chaplin, Cary Grant and Carole Lombard to name a few.

Here is my edible adaptation of Casa Del Sol of Hearst Castle.


Casa Del Sol
Note from the bride:
Lori,  You are incredible and the cake was amazing. I could not believe the details!!! Everyone loved it as did Michael and I. It was perfect and wonderful and I really hated to have to cut through it! Thanks so much for all your hard work in putting that cake together for us :)     *Tatiana*

Front entrance of Casa Del Sol

Side of Casa Del Sol complete with edible palm trees


Light Posts, Stairs, railing and landscaping were all edible

Fountain & Statue of Donatello's David


My intern Amanda, putting the finishing touches to the cake.


Congratulations to Tatiana & Michael!



Monday, September 5, 2011

Amazing Wedding at Saddlerock Ranch, Malibu, California

Saddlerock Ranch
Home to Malibu Family Wines

With its natural beauty and secluded rustic charm, it's no wonder Saddlerock Ranch has become a popular weekend setting for special occasions — including magnificent celebrity weddings for stars like Kelsey Grammar, Lisa Kudrow, Don Henley and many more. It's a picture-perfect environment for exchanging vows or to host an unforgettable event....... READ MORE


Custom Wedding Sign at entry of Saddlerock Ranch

Sunflower Wedding Cake by
Pastries By Vreeke


Floral designs by Belle of the Ball Designs

Sweetheart Table!


Cool weather wraps, dancing shoes, favor boxes and menu cards.


Trees were adorned with Hanging Crystal Chandeliers


Waiting for the festivities to begin


Saddlerock Ranch is located in the Santa Monica Mountains, just up from the Pacific Ocean.
A beautiful setting for an outdoor wedding!  I would highly reccommend any newly engaged brides to go on a tour of this facility, it's amazing!

Mazel Tov Rachel & Joel!


Friday, September 2, 2011

My Big Sunny Yellow Wedding!

Westlake Village Inn
Friday, September 2, 2011

This wedding definitely put a big sunny smile on my face from the moment I walked into the Provance Room of Westlake Village Inn.

This year yellow was a very popular color for weddings, but this one was definitely Sunny Yellow!

I'm my beloved and my beloved is mine
Thank you to my intern Amanda for making all the sugar flowers for this bright cake!


Sugar Flowers!
Susan at Flowers By Susan made these stunning yellow centerpieces for the reception, All the yellow in the Provance Room looked so bright and pretty.

All the Chiavari chairs were tied with bright yellow ribbons ........ more sunshine!


Even the kids got yellow smiley face candies at their place setting!

CONGRATULATIONS
Victoria & William!