Christening cake idea in red and gold
This Christening cake was designed for a little girl named Ruby.
The colour scheme for the day was red and gold when I delivered the cake red and gold balloons were being added as the table centrepieces and the cake fitted in perfectly. I don’t often get to see the cakes displayed for the celebrations but when I do I always walk away with a big smile on my face.
Red and gold were also on the invitation and it was the source for the gold banding on the bottom of both tiers. I simplified a design from the invitation and piped it in royal icing then finished it with gold.
The large red loopy fondant bow on top gave the cake extra height and a nice red focal point.
Of course this cake design would also work as a Baptism cake idea.
Cake decorating tip:
Remember if you are making fondant loopy bows to make them a week in advance so that they are completely dry otherwise they will not be strong enough for assembly or transporting. For this cake I had to dry the loops in the oven as it was raining all week and my studio humidity was higher than normal.
Bye for now, Michelle
Michelle Rea
Inspired by Michelle Cake Designs
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Wow. Absolutely stunning. I love the simplicity. The bow is fantastic.
Once again, I’m in awe of your piping. When I first viewed this cake, I thought you must have used a stencil on the bands. You must do a video showing how you do such lovely writing and piping.
Thanks for your tips. I tried a bow once, and it failed dismally, to the point where I had to do a last minute design change. Very stressful. Do you use straight fondant or mix with CMC?
Thanks Tracey, when I make loopy bows I do add CMC to the fondant but when I make the tied bow I don’t bother.
I love your simple designs with stunning results, a truly amazing talent. I have never thought of popping icing in the oven to dry out – what a great idea.
I fail to get a striking red – is there a trick to this?
I LOVE all your cakes!!! Thank You for sharing your world with me. Denton, Texas USA