*You can see more of this set up over at Project Weddings!
Some brides want a big bridal showers with all of their friends and lots of gifts and games.
And some prefer more intimate, family focused gatherings.
A bridal shower where mothers and daughters, grandmothers and aunts all gather to celebrate family and new beginnings.
I wanted to make a very unique cake and treats for this special day.
White cake with pink coconut on the sides.
A sweet cupcake for each guest.
This in itself would be a treat for any bride... for any brides family.
But it would be really nice if the bride wanted to honor her mom since it is so close to Mothers Day.
Remember our cake?
(you knew it was coming right?)
I sorta tried to make it special.
(its supposed to be flowers)
This was probably the hardest cake I have ever made.
But knowing how much it means to the recipient... yeah, its priceless.
*Oh, and feel free to check me out over at University of Cookie!
I made a vlog (video blog) on how to make my version of royal icing. If you want more detailed instructions then I provide in the vlog (all I did was say 'super' this and 'super' that for two minutes) just click here.
If you are looking for more Mothers Day Ideas here is my complete list for 2010! (including this post)
Be sure to let me know if you try anything! :)
I think this one is the winner of all cakes! I love it! Your cakes always amaze me.
Posted by: Cherees Ruckman | May 06, 2010 at 10:21 PM
Wow. That is just awesome!! You are so creative! I think it does look like flowers on the inside. I would love to know how you came managed to get that look! :) Have a blessed evening!
Posted by: Joy Ellis | May 06, 2010 at 10:26 PM
Wow! That's awesome!! I can imagine that it was crazy hard to do. Great job and thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Maranda | May 06, 2010 at 10:28 PM
I LOVE this cake!!! You make amazing and very beautiful cakes!!
Posted by: Meera | May 06, 2010 at 10:29 PM
wow - i'm lucky if I get my with frosting on the outside! lol Beautiful once again! :)
Posted by: Janis | May 06, 2010 at 10:34 PM
I LOVE pink so of course I just love this cake. SOOO cute!! great job.
Posted by: libby | May 06, 2010 at 10:34 PM
Unbelievable!!! That last photo is fantastic too!
Posted by: Ann @ House of Estrogen | May 06, 2010 at 10:35 PM
Super sweetness! I love it, great job! I want a piece :) Could you move a little closer so I can share in your baking goodness?
Posted by: Renee | May 06, 2010 at 10:39 PM
Beautiful! I totally saw tulips.
Posted by: Bethany | May 06, 2010 at 10:39 PM
Beautiful cake! I really love thoes little cupcake stands! Where did you get them?
Posted by: Joy | May 06, 2010 at 10:43 PM
WOW how the heck did you do that!? love it love it!! bravo! bravo!
Posted by: Laci | May 06, 2010 at 10:51 PM
You're a crazy genius...you know that right?
Posted by: Jessikerbakes.blogspot.com | May 06, 2010 at 11:03 PM
Wow, that's a beautiful cake! I love the whole table setting as well. So sweet and pretty!!!
Posted by: Jennifer | May 06, 2010 at 11:07 PM
Just beautiful!
I hope you have a wonderful Mothers Day!
Posted by: Diane {createdbydiane.blogspot.com} | May 07, 2010 at 01:31 AM
Fantastic!
Posted by: Lora | May 07, 2010 at 02:06 AM
Frilly, fabulous and delicious! One of a kind! Love the cupcake stands, too! What will you think of next?!
Posted by: Paige Galla | May 07, 2010 at 02:32 AM
gorgeous delight!!!
Posted by: yan | May 07, 2010 at 04:44 AM
Lady, this is GORGEOUS! I love it!!! Very nice job!
Posted by: ngs | May 07, 2010 at 05:02 AM
oh wow, this is fabulous! i love it!! looked like a beautiful shower!
Posted by: natalie | May 07, 2010 at 05:15 AM
Beautiful! I would love to stop and smell those flowers. ;)
Posted by: BethieofVA | May 07, 2010 at 05:18 AM
I'm always inspired by the beautiful cakes you create ~ this one is so pretty and perfect for spring!!
Posted by: Aimee | May 07, 2010 at 05:43 AM
That cake is absolutely incredible. I feel like I say it all the time!
Posted by: Jessica | May 07, 2010 at 05:45 AM
Holy cow! I cannot believe that cake, amazing!
Posted by: Amys blah, blah, blogging | May 07, 2010 at 06:49 AM
Oh my gosh, just when I think there's no way you can top the previous cakes you've made, you go and pull this on us! Absolutely beautiful!
Posted by: Mireya | May 07, 2010 at 07:05 AM
Gorgeous!!
Posted by: Heather | May 07, 2010 at 07:07 AM
At first glance, I thought 'wow, that is pretty'. But when I tried to picture how you did it, it about baffled me! So, great job!
Posted by: Tara | May 07, 2010 at 07:30 AM
Wow, that is a gorgeous cake...love the flowers in the center...you are just too creative! I saw your blog video too, it is great...love your energy and your son in the corner!
Posted by: Lauren @ Crave. Indulge. Satisfy. | May 07, 2010 at 07:34 AM
Beautiful cake and set up.
Posted by: Jessica (j-wood photography) | May 07, 2010 at 08:15 AM
This cake is ok I guess, if you like pink coconut I mean.
Is it safe to eat food colouring on coconut?
Are you letting your children eat this?
Are the flowers in the cake edible?
That's my cake plate....when are you going to return it to me?
HAHA!
Just joking, sweet girl... this cake and your set up is LOVELY! Well done, friend.
Posted by: Kate | May 07, 2010 at 08:31 AM
SO Pretty! Such a lovely cake!
Posted by: A Bowl Of Mush | May 07, 2010 at 09:26 AM
Wow...I thought it was beautiful BEFORE you cut into it! Then...flowers?!?!? Boggles my mind how you do that!
And your table setting is just gorgeous!
Posted by: bridget {bake at 350} | May 07, 2010 at 11:23 AM
Oh wow, thats great! Of course they are flowers! That's amazing, great job!
Posted by: Ashley | May 07, 2010 at 11:39 AM
This is just so sweet. I think if someone made me a cake like that I'd cry for hours. I'm teary right now. *Sigh*
Posted by: Egyptian mom | May 07, 2010 at 12:28 PM
I always LOVE seeing the INSIDE of your cakes!! Spectacular once again:)
Posted by: Melanie Noe | May 07, 2010 at 01:35 PM
WOW..WOW..WOW!! This is so pretty. Please show us how you did the magic inside.
Posted by: Erica B. | May 07, 2010 at 02:02 PM
OH MY GOD! My mouth was dropped at the the beauty. That's amazing I bet the flowers were so hard and so worth it. Hah I might want one just like it for my baby shower!
Posted by: Maurie | May 07, 2010 at 02:14 PM
I like the pink coconut. It looks so fun.
Posted by: Alex Erynn | May 07, 2010 at 03:39 PM
Oh, Wow! What a work of art! I love the tulips. -Tien
Posted by: Tien | May 07, 2010 at 04:15 PM
So pink and fluffy and pretty and then you get to the wonderfully blooming centre. Wow, another surprise cake, this one takes the cake! You really have to do a vlog and show us how you do this. Amazing Amanda!
Posted by: Paula | May 07, 2010 at 05:17 PM
Was that where you live??? If so, was the weather nice enough for the celebration, since it appears to be outside?
The flowers...yeah, not that is just INSANE! You are amazing!
Posted by: Cop Mama | May 07, 2010 at 07:45 PM
So beautiful! What a sweet celebration...sugary and sentimental!
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY, Dear Friend!
Posted by: Londa | May 07, 2010 at 10:06 PM
I love tulips! They are my favorite flowers. The cake turned out great!
Now I am off to University of Cookies...which I have a feeling just by the name I am going to fall madly in love with!!!
Posted by: Lorie | May 07, 2010 at 11:02 PM
Pretty n' Pink... with posies.... Love it!
Posted by: MommyTopics.com | May 08, 2010 at 03:38 AM
You are so completely amazing. I am speechless. And when I grow up, I want to be just like you!
I am featuring you on my blog, and crediting back, etc. Let me know if that's a problem.
Thanks for the great inspiration!
Posted by: Jenifer | May 08, 2010 at 09:35 AM
So adorable. I love it. I wish I had my mommy around to enjoy this with her, she would love it!
Posted by: cherylene | May 08, 2010 at 10:17 AM
How did you do this!! It's amazing!
Posted by: Maya | May 08, 2010 at 12:23 PM
That is the cutest cake. I can't even begin to imagine how difficult that was but it turned out lovely.
Posted by: Amy from She Wears Many Hats | May 08, 2010 at 12:59 PM
Oh, too much pink for me!!!! But I got over it when you showed the inside of the cake. LOVELY!! I knew they were flowers before you told us, so you did a fantastic job.
Posted by: Memoria | May 08, 2010 at 02:59 PM
i could totally tell those were tulips! immediately! well done, amanda, from the fun pink coconut to the the unique and fabulous design inside.
Posted by: grace | May 09, 2010 at 04:37 PM
That is super impressive. I can't even begin to fathom how you did that!
Posted by: Heather | May 10, 2010 at 09:49 AM