FUN CAKES FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS

by ANN NICOL

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Used softcover book in excellent condition with gorgeous full-colour photos and step-by-step instructions. 112 pages, published 1992

Fun Cakes for Special Occasions is an irresistable collection of stylish and funny celebration cakes designed for grown-ups. There are cakes to appeal to every interest, from golf to gardening, as well as sumptuous cakes for family occasions such as a wedding anniversary, christening or retirement party. You could create a witty gift in cake form - perhaps an edible set of lacy underwear, a bouquet of flowers or a magnum of champagne. There is even a pair of blue suede shoes for those who recall the '50s with nostalgia. And there are plenty of novel ideas for Christmas, including a stunning Gingerbread House.

Features over 35 witty and original cake ideas, easy-to-follow step-by-step photographs throughout and cakes suitable for every occasion.

Cake designs include

• Anyone for tennis?
• 30 Not Out! - Cricket pitch
• Fore! - Golf ball cake
• Embroidery Sampler
• Hold It! - Camera
• Bunch of Tulips
• Birthday Burger
• Bowl of Cherries
• Cheers! Magnum of champagne
• Roses All the Way - 2-tier wedding cake
• Golden Wedding Anniversary Cake
• Christening Cake
• Be My Valentine
• Easter Bonnet
• Halloween Ghost
• plus 6 Christmas Cake designs

All measurements are in metric and imperial, includes a chapter of Recipes and Techniques, glossary, conversion chart and information on special techniques including crystallising flowers, chocolate decorations, decorating with ribbons and bows, quick ideas with piping jelly, quick crimping and embossing and ideas for using lollies as decorations.

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Fun Cakes for Special Occasions by Ann Nicol