About Me

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Kemptville, Ontario, Canada
Cake has been a part of my life for as far back as I can remember. My Mom was a cake decorator when I was younger and I discovered a few years ago that I had inerited her talent for it as well. I have not been satisfied with my jobs for a while now so I thought why not do something I love. Helping people celebrate the big moments of their lives. I can do cakes for all occasions. Let me be a part of your next celebration. Official website is secondgenerationcakedesign.com

Saturday, May 31, 2014

Stella & Dot Cupcake Toppers


I was asked to create cupcake toppers for a Stella & Dot trunk show party. I went to their site and found a few pieces that I though I could recreate in fondant. I made 2 pairs of drop earrings, some silver bangles and one of my favorite necklaces. Placed them all on medallions of their signature turquoise color. I love how beautiful these turned out!

Friday, May 30, 2014

Princess Birthday Cake


I was asked to create a simple princess cake. Usually these cakes are anything but simple but I came up with this design and LOVE how beautiful it is. Although simple to make it is anything but simple visually!

Thursday, May 29, 2014

Doc McStuffins Birthday Cake


I have now created 5 Doc McStuffins cakes and still can't do it without singing "Time for a Checkup" through the whole process. The birthday girl wanted a purple cake with Doc ontop. We surrounded her with bandaids, dots and her stethoscope. 

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Easter Cupcakes

These were some really fun cupcakes for Easter. The chicks are in a nest of meringue. They are atop lemon meringue pie cupcakes. Once the meringue was toasted it looked like a nest.

I`m in love with anything bunny bums for Easter treats. These were adorable as they sat awaiting their cupcakes but even cuter once they were placed in the icing grass.

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Art Deco 50th Birthday Cake


I was given free reign on the design of this cake. Pastor Charles wife wanted something masculine but grand for his special day. She wanted Tiffany blue and gold but the rest was up to me. This is not entirely the design I had first planned out but I had a few issues in getting the cake done and had to redo the top two tiers 2 hours before I had to leave for the party. Execution is not my best but the cake is still grand and everyone at the party loved it. I was even roped in to presenting the cake in front of everyone at the party. Not something I am comfortable doing but I was invited to stay and enjoy the dinner and theatrics of the night. 


Monday, May 26, 2014

Easter Bunny Bum Cake


This was one of my favorite cakes I made last Easter weekend. The feet and tail on their own were adorable but once I made the bum (which is a half ball of cake) it was beyond cute. I used oreo cookie crumbs for the dirt and made the carrots out of fondant. 

Sports Themed Birthday Cake


Jacob loves sports but his favorites are soccer, basketball and hockey. I created this cake with his favorite team`s jersey...Ottawa Senators. A great way to make a slab cake not so boring 


Sunday, May 11, 2014

Minecraft Birthday Cake


This is the second time I have done this cake and I still have no idea what this game is. It makes for a pretty cool cake though. Minecraft characters on top of the square cliff. 

Saturday, May 10, 2014

Easter Lily & Cross Cake


I created this cake for a good friend who's family was celebrating with another family which they do every year. I surrounded the cake with piped rose technique and topped it with a three little calla lilies to represent the trinity and of course a cross. It was a lemon cake with a lemon curd filling and fresh strawberries between the layers and frosted with fluffy vanilla Italian buttercream. 

Friday, May 9, 2014

Shopping Cupcakes


One of my clients wanted some special cupcakes to take with them on their cross border shopping trip. I created these based on a design she had found. After a few hours of shopping they would grab a coffee and head to the car for a cupcake break. There is ALWAYS an occasion for cake! Especially when they are topping some delicious gourmet flavored cupcakes. 


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Thursday, May 8, 2014

Butterfly and Flower Baptism Cake


This beautiful cake was created for Olivia's special day. It was based on a design by The Cake Works. White swirls accented by little pink flowers and butterflies. Topped with blocks spelling out God Bless Olivia. This is a precious cake. 

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Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Thank You Volunteer Appreciation Cupcakes


I was asked to make and design cupcakes for the volunteer appreciation reception for the Spencerville Mill Foundation. There was lemon meringue and caramel apple cupcakes topped with stars and Thank yous. A bright and sweet way to show all those who give of their time to preserve the Grist Mill and the history of the town. 

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Princess Dress Birthday Cake


Rosalie wanted a few princesses represented on her birthday cake so to keep cost down I designed a cake based on their dresses. I was so ecstatic as it came together. It was SO cute! The princesses dresses who made the cake were Cinderella, Belle, Snow White & Aurora. I took my tiara cake design and altered it to create this masterpiece.

Monday, May 5, 2014

Funky Sweet 16 Birthday Cake


This was a fun cake to create. It was a funky background that I added all of Jillian's favorite things to. There is a soccer ball, dance shoes, grey cat, camera, swimmer, artists pallet, and a music note. It was such a fun cake. 

Sunday, May 4, 2014

Toy Story Birthday Cake


I created this cake for Ainsley's 2nd birthday. I was so happy with how this one turned out. I took a few elements from a few other cakes that I loved. The etch-a-sketch with his name was a brilliant idea I found. Added Woody and Mr. Potato Head and it was the perfect cake.

Saturday, May 3, 2014

Cruising at 50 Birthday Cake


I created this cake in less than 8 hours. We decided to throw a little party at lunch the next day for a coworker and friend who was turning 50. I found a cartoon of the old lady driving and designed the cake around her. It was a fun cake and she was certainly surprised! 

Friday, May 2, 2014

Giraffe Dedication Cake


This cake was a very special cake for me. I created this adorable guy for my nephew Cooper's dedication in March. It was a cake that designed itself because there were a few changes made throughout the process. It turned out So cute though. 


I think he liked it too. They did their pictures behind the cake and the whole time he was trying to get at it. 


And he dug right in. Can't wait for his 1st birthday!


Thursday, May 1, 2014

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Birthday Cake


Charlie wanted Mickey and Pluto on his cake. This is the first time I had modeled Mickey in 3d and I was SO happy with how he turned out. This cake is just so adorable and Charlie was a very happy little boy when he saw it. That is why I love what I do. Bringing joy to peoples lives for at least a moment.