When to book a Cake Baker

I wanted to post a quick guideline of a schedule on when to book your cake baker. According to The Knot, you should start shopping for a cake baker  6 to 8 months before your wedding.  Because I also attend school full time in addition to running Brown Sugar, I'm one of those cake bakers that tend to book closer to the wedding date, versus cake bakers that do this full time and can book up to a year in advance. I personally tend to book all September dates. October, April and May are also pretty popular months.  For all those 2012 brides out there that I met yesterday, that should give you an idea on when to start looking for a cake baker ( preferably Brown Sugar Custom Cakes :)   I'm going to be working on new cake flavors and cake fillings, so you late 2011 and 2012 brides are in for a special treat.

Cake by the King of Southern Wedding Cakes Mr. Jim Smeal
(sighhhhhhhh, how gorgeous)

These are one of the bakers that you have to book over a year in advance just to get the date you want!
Brown Sugar isn't on that level yet since I am new, but I hope to be soon!!!!!!

Beaufort Bridal Show

Hello Everyone,

     I would like to first thank everyone that came to the 2nd Annual Beaufort Bridal Show. That was probably one of the best bridal shows I've been in. I had a great time meeting all the brides and also all the great vendors. Alot of the businesses I didn't know existed in Beaufort, and alot of people didn't know about Brown Sugar, so the exposure was great for everyone. Here are some pictures from the show:


One part of my table. I had to make both of those cake stands and I think they came out pretty good if you ask me :)




Other part of my table. I ended up moving from my previous table assignment because I had soo much stuff! That was ok, because I ended up between two of my favorite vendors in the Beaufort/Bluffton area, Amanda Rose Weddings/My Purely Decor, and Amazing Event Rentals. Amazing Event Rentals provided the wavy silver platters for my cupcakes and the table for my candy buffet.



I am so proud of my candy display, and the kids loved it also. I  just wanted to showcase other options, because believe is or not, not everyone likes cake, so it's nice to give your guests options at your wedding.

Magnolia Cake

Tiffany Cake

Seashell cake with Brown Sugar Sand

White Chocolate Cupcakes!

Red Velvet Cupcakes!

Cake Pops!!!

I honestly didn't know that people would like Cake Pops. It was something new I was trying. I ran out towards the end of the show, so I wish I made a few more. I'm glad my new product was so well received.

So I ended up raffling off a free groom's cake if you book your wedding cake with me in 2011. I only had a few brides that were eligible, since everyone is getting married in 2012. Lo and Behold, the prize went to Ms. Dominque, from Amazing Event Rentals, who is also a bride!



My assistant ( AKA Mother Glover )  and I in our t shirts made by New South Shirts, who were also a vendor at the show.



Beaufort Bridal Show 2011

I want to again invite everyone out to the 2nd annual Beaufort Bridal Show on  Saturday, February 26th, from 12pm-4pm at the Holiday inn Beaufort. Brown Sugar Custom Cakes will be there, with cake samples, cake pops, display cakes, and a candy buffet. More than 40 wedding professionals will be showcasing their products and services.  The event is free and open to anyone planning on getting married, their families and wedding attendants. Prizes will be given away. The event is co-sponsored by 104.9 The Surf. The Holiday Inn Beaufort is located at 2225 Boundary Street in Beaufort on Highway 21. Call (843) 379-3100 for more information.

Non Traditional Wedding Dresses

Lately, I've seen alot of weddings in which the bride does not choose the typical white or ivory wedding dress. Not that there's anything wrong with the classic white wedding dress, but it's always nice to see brides break out of the mold.







Modal Cynthia Bailey ( Real Housewives of Atlanta) in her custom metallic silver couture wedding dress by designer Ruben Singer



Jennifer Williams ( Basketball Wives) in a custom made pink Ines Di Santo Wedding Dress

Wedding/Event Planner to the Stars Diann Valentine in her non traditional radiant magenta wedding gown



Beaufort Bridal Show 2011

Hello to all the new brides out there!    I would like to invite everyone to come to the Beaufort Bridal Show 2011, being held at the Holiday Inn Beaufort, Saturday, February 26, 2011, from Noon - 4 p.m.  There will be alot of local vendors there showcasing thier products and services. I will be there with display cakes, yummy mini cupcake samples, a pink and brown candy display, and also cake pops.  I hope to see alot of brides and grooms there!

The Prince is One, Ist Birthday Cake

This weekend, I had the chance to do an adorable cake for a first birthday. The party was held at Estil Elementary school.  The theme was the Prince is 1. I did a two tier cake with dots and star with a crown on top. I also did 2 dozen cupcakes airbrushed blue and yellow with a fondant star, and a smash cake. Wow, what a lucky little guy!

Candy Bars!!!!

Happy New Year!!!! For the New Year, everyone talks about trying new things and starting new. Well Brown Sugar Custom Cakes is introducing something new also! Candy Bars, which are the new wedding craze, are now available. I have everything, from the beautiful glass jars, scoops and take out containers/bags. Choose from the candy list, or request your favorite nostalgic candy (BB bats anyone?). Candy Bars can serve as your wedding favors, or in addition to your wedding cake. Prices start at $150.00+, with everything plus set-up included.

Photo Credit: Joe Latter Photography



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Photo Credit: Jaxon Wedding Photography



Photo Credit: Mindy Weiss