Tiger Lily Cake

It was definitely a hot summer day last Saturday but nevertheless a beautiful one for a wedding! I was happy to make this cake for the bride who had exquisite taste.

Her colors were orange and gray and she wanted a cake that was inspired by her wedding gown. She showed me a picture of her wedding gown which had miniature ribbon bows cascading down her dress. It was so beautiful and unique, we both decided that would be a pretty detail on her cake too! So I made these sugar bows and added silver sugar dragees to make it extra special.

And of course, there had to be a sugar flower to "accessorize" and finish her cake! I made the hand-sculpted tiger lily, inspired by the tiger lilies in her bouquet, and placed it on the side of the top tier.

I delivered the cake to Riverdale Manor (Lancaster, PA) which had a beautifully decorated ballroom and a wonderful staff too! Thank you to the banquet managers who were so nice and friendly! It was a breeze setting up the cake and before I knew it, it was time to take a picture...

Cake Flavors: Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Filling

and Vanilla Buttercream Icing