I have another lovely First Holy Communion Dessert Table to share with everyone today and for something different it is all about boys!

This wonderful table comes from Melissa of The Sweet Society in Melbourne who created a very sophisticated table for Xavier’s big day a few weeks ago.  Here is what she told me about the design:-

Xavier is our middle child of three boys and was keen on having a celebration just like he remembered his older brother Elias having, 2 years earlier. I wanted to keep the colour palate the same for the boys, but decided to change the pattern. I was inspired by a printable I came across from 2 Love Birds Sweet Design which I knew it all would go perfectly with the theme, as the scallops represent fish, so it had a biblical feel to it without being too traditional.

Lovely Leoni from Just call me Martha made the cake, flavoured orange & almond, Xavier’s favourite, and oreo flavoured cake pops. Then I had Denin from Spoon and Folk make some modern biblical cookie’s in the same colours to to tie in with the theme. I also ordered some mini cupcakes and cut out matching wrappers. Simple but effective. Being Mum of three boys and styling my own event’s meant I ran out of time, as we all do at times being busy Mum’s. So I decided to make the table centerpieces myself this time using Kale, it’s such a sturdy flower which meant I could purchase them a few days before and they still looked great on the day.

Styling & Management :: The Sweet Society
Cake & Cake pops :: Just Call me Martha
Mini cupcakes :: Cupcake Central
Cookies :: Spoon & Fork Cookies & Cupcakes
Lollipops :: Sweet Style
Paperie :: 2 Love Birds Sweet Design
Banner :: Ninny & Goggle
Balloons :: Simply Sweet Soirees
Balloons were filled on site by :: Party’s Balloons
Photography :: Casamento Photography

 Melissa has use some fabulous tableware on her buffet –
Milk Glass Cake Stand, Beaded Round Pedestal, Bon Bon Small Cake stand turquoise – all can be found here in the Sweet Style Online Store

Here is another very pretty and fresh table as seen on On to Baby.

The Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme is perfect for a baby shower, bridal shower or birthday party.

Here is how to get the look.

CAKE STAND :: VINTAGE STYLE MILK BOTTLE  ::  FOOTED BOWL  ::  MINI BOTTLE  ::  STRAW  ::  LACE PLATE  ::  VINTAGE MASON JAR  ::  3 TIER CAKE STAND

The fantastic ribbon backdrop is similar to one I did a few years ago for a client – I also happened to do a tutorial for it which you can find here.

It is Monday Favourite time and today some beauty from Amy who is the genius behind De La Rosa Cupcakes in Perth, Western Australia.  I have to admit I only found Amy’s amazing work recently and I certainly wish she wasn’t living on the other side of the country.

I asked Amy my three favourite questions so we could all get to know about her and her business a little better:-

1. How long ago did you find your passion for creating beautiful cakes?

My love for cakes and sweets started when I met my husband Javier 11 years ago.  His mother used to bake cakes and make cookies for him and his sister every week, so he learnt how to bake with her and sometimes a Sunday for us was staying at home cooking together a meal and me helping him to get all the ingredients weighted and ready for him to bake his favourite cake “Orange Cake”, now my son’s and my favourite cake.

I am medical scientist and my career always has been my passion; however, that changed when my little treasure called Alejandro came to our lives four years ago.

I love parties; I think it comes from my parents. I still can remember them organising my birthdays, a big cake, a piñata , lots of photos taken and me posing with my two sisters. So lovely to have those memories back and I thanks them for those lovely times.

Without noticing this is what I have been doing for Alejandro for his birthdays and he loves it.

Last year when we moved to Australia from England  I decided to make Alejandro’s cake and all the guests were impress, I remember them asking who made the cake and cupcakes and Javier saying “Everything has been made by Amy” so everyone was saying: “Amy, you should start to think about business” so after few weeks of thinking I said, I am going to do it! And from that day has been an amazing journey, I feel love for what I do and I think that is the key of the success. When you love what you do you can do all what you want.

I have to say that Alejandro and Javier has been all my support, without them I could not have done all what I have done in nearly 12months.

2. How long have you had your business

We started our business in June 2012 and from that day this journey has been amazing and I am in love with what I do. I have learn so much, cried and jump of happiness, met beautiful people and the support has been incredible. I am really a very lucky person and everyday say thank you for everything.

3. What is the most popular flavour of cake from your customers.

The most popular flavour is White Chocolate with Almond & Raspberries and Lemon & Poppy Seeds.

 

 

More of Amy’s lovely work can be found here on her facebook page and also on her very pretty website here.

 Amy was also one of the contributors to the recent Australia’s Sweetest Morning Tea shoot in which she created some incredible cakes depicting the Australian Native Landscape – amazing work Amy!

Happy Friday everyone.  I hope you have had a lovely week and the weekend is looking like fun wherever you are. We have another weekend filled with netball games and swimming lessons for the girls but I am also excited that I am attending yet another course at The School here in Sydney on Saturday – more photography inspiration as I am just very much all about soaking up as many tips from clever people as I can at the moment!

So that is my Saturday but today here on the blog I have some images for you of a very sweet little dessert table I put together two weeks ago to help celebrate Sienna’s First Holy Communion.

The stunning cakes and desserts were created by Dewi of Sweet Bloom Cakes and the very pretty tassel garland behind the table was made by Bianca from Blush Loves Mint.  I have wanted to use this colour palette of pale pink, ivory, white and gold for a long time and this occasion was the perfect opportunity.

The desserts consisted of a delicious layered pistachio cake, my favourite mini lemon meringue tarts, vanilla cupcakes and pretty macaroons.   Sarah from Style Me Gorgeous created a simple chocolate bar wrapper in matching colours for me to use around the favours.

Sienna’s beautiful dress was handmade by her talented Nonna.  We are so blessed that her Nonna is such an amazing dress maker and wanted to create another family heirloom for all the girls to wear on their communion day.

Styling  & Photography – Leanne Ambrogio for Sweet Style
Cakes and Desserts – Sweet Bloom Cakes
Printable Chocolate Bar Wrapper – Style Me Gorgeous
Tassel Garland – Blush Loves Mint

Have you heard about Red Carousel – if you are a resident of Singapore or anywhere in Asia for that matter then this is a website you need to find out more about.

I am constantly receiving enquiries about sending party goodies to this part of the world but the shipping component quite regularly makes it unaffordable for a lot of people.  Red Carousel has a wonderful selection of partyware that is perfect for your next celebration.

 

 Wynona Leach is the creative face behind Red Carousel.  Originally from Australia and now residing in Singapore with her husband and two little girls – she has an eye for detail and a love for the handmade and would love to help you make a memorable and beautiful party!

Welcome to Red Carousel – I am thrilled to have you as a new blog sponsor.

Please visit Red Carousel’s website here to find out more.