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Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Flirty Apron and Cake Pan Giveaway Winner!

Congratulations to Julis55! She's the winner of Cake Fun's Flirty Apron and Easter Egg Shaped Cake Pan!

Random.org generated a luck #36 as our winning number, giving honors to Julis55 who now has 48 hours to respond to her email notification before another winner is selected.

thank you to everyone who participated and to CSN Stores for sponsoring this giveaway! We hope you'll all continue following Cake Fun for new and exciting giveaways!

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Monday, February 21, 2011

Cake Fun's Flirty Apron and Cake Pan Giveaway... Tomorrow is Entry Deadline! *CLOSED*

Just a reminder... if you've not yet entered our fantastic CSN sponsored giveaway for a Flirty Apron and a Cool Easter Egg Cake Pan you've only one day left to do so!

This giveaway is still what I'd consider "low entry", meaning your odds of winning are relatively high.  I'd love to see 100 people (which would result in 200 comments) by tomorrow evening come 11:50 pm (CDT). We can do that... can't we? Even better would be to hit 200 entries (leaving us 400 comments). Common cake lovers! Even if this pan and/or apron isn't your style, surely you know someone who would love to receive either or both for Christmas.

While you're at it, head over to another blog managed by yours truly... The Homeschooling Blog where I'm giving away another CSN sponsored gift. This time it's a $40 promotional code! The winner will be able to apply that $40 to anything CSN sells. As with the Flirty Apron giveaway, the Homeschooling Blog giveaway ends tomorrow evening. Oh, and you don't have to be a homeschooler to enter!

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Thursday, February 17, 2011

Dell Computer Coupons Codes

Are you an avid coupon code seeker like I am? I never complete an online purchase without first scoured the web in search of coupon codes for discounted merchandise and/or free shipping. About half the time I find exactly what I'm looking for. Even if I only save 10%... that's 10% I can spend somewhere else.

If you're in the marked for a Dell and looking for Dell coupon codes BestOnlineCoupons.com is the right place to start. If Dell has a promotional code floating in cyberspace, BestOnlineCoupons.com likely has it. I'm in awe of some of the awesome codes there now.

This site will show you Dell's latest deals on desktops, laptops, cameras and televisions. Never complete your online checkout before visiting a trusted coupon code site that could save you money. What's more... coupon codes are free for the taking. There are no strings attached whatsoever.

You can literally save hundreds of dollars when shopping for Dell coupons.  Some retailers share their current promotional codes on their websites... others do not.  Don't assume if there isn't a special listed on a retailer's site, that they aren't willing to knock the price down a few notches.

I've found coupon codes in the past for places like Macy's, Snapfish and Shutterfly, and Shoes.com. It feels amazing to save an extra 10% or more and sometimes I even land free shipping! I think the best coupon code I've found to date saved me 25% and offered free shipping on my order.

If you're in the market for a Dell and if I've convinced you to take the entire 2 minutes it will take you to see if there are active Dell coupon codes, get ready to feel your jaw drop! I just found a coupon code offering as much as $269 off a Dell Inspiron 15 at bestonlinecoupons.com!

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Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Flirty Apron and Easter Egg Shaped Cake Pan Giveaway!

Do we all love to bake? Do we love cute flirty aprons and shaped cake pans? Yes we do! That's why we're super-psyched and honored to be hosting this sweet giveaway sponsored by CSN Stores. Thank you so much CSN!

CSN offers 200+ stores of awesomeness. Everything from furniture to flashlights... and yes, they have bake ware. That's where we found this sassy apron and Easter egg pan. Don't you just love the holidays? It's so much fun to impress people with cakes that look like something. Isn't it? Oh, and you'll look so cute during your creative egg baking process!


Who May Enter?
This giveaway is open to any and all residents of the USA and Canada who love cake.

Giveaway Requirements:
  • Entries must be received no later than Tuesday, February 22nd at 11:59 PM, CST.
  • Follow Cake Fun on Google Friend Connect and leave a comment on this post letting me know you did so. You'll find Google Friend Connect in my right sidebar. If you're already a follower of Cake Fun via GFC, just let me know in your comment.
  • In a separate comment, share something office furniture related from CSN Stores that catches your eye and let me feel the excitement when you do! Remember... to share this happy find in a second comment.

Both above entries are required, so everyone who participates is technically given 2 entries. Be sure to leave 2 separate comments, and please be sure to leave me your email. BTW, I recommend protecting yourself from the spambots by sharing your email in this manner: yourname (at) gmail (dot) com.

How We'll Select Our Winner
The winner will be selected using Random.org's automatic number generator.
The winner will then be notified via email and have 48 hours to respond before another winner is selected. Upon successfully notifying our winner, he/she will be announced here in a separate post on Cake Fun.


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Your Little's Cake Lover Deserves Boudreaux's Butt Paste®

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Boudreaux's Butt Paste. All opinions are 100% mine.

If you have a little one at home, you've likely dealt with diaper rash. Once your baby or toddler has his first rash, they seem to come faster and with greater intensity. Such was the case with my son who had his first rash at 9 months. Following his initial breakout we faced a constant battle... religiously keeping him coated in diaper cream to prevent new rashes from returning. It seemed no matter how hard we tried, we had to soak him in a bath with baking soda several times a week. His poor little tush was so tender and red! Can you imagine what a rash in that area of the body must feel like?

 

 

 

I wish I'd had Boudreaux's Butt Paste back then. It's made using beeswax and is simple to remove come bath time. There's absolutely no scrubbing or rubbing necessary that will further irritate babies delicate skin. The diaper cream we used nearly 10 years ago wasn't so gentle. Last year I had the opportunity to use Boudreaux's Butt Paste while babysitting my young niece. We spent nearly a full year together, some 50 hours a week and come diaper changing time that first week she was with me I found Boudreaux's Butt Paste in her diaper bag. My first reaction was laughter... the name caught me off guard! This product was so much gentler than what my kids used. I felt good using it and she never developed a rash like my little guy had while she was in my care!

So how about a free sample? Sound good to you? Just visit Boudreaux's Butt Paste and look for the yellow box with the cute Boudreaux's baby in the lower left corner of the screen to learn how to receive your free Butt Paste! Your littlest cake lover will thank you for it!

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Thursday, February 10, 2011

Super Sweet Valentine's Cake Idea by Wilton

They call it "A Perfect Fit Cake" and I only wish I'd thought of it first. Look at this cool cake design modeled after one of the most traditional Valentine's Day kiddie candies of all time!

If you visit Wilton (just click on the picture) you'll find directions and reader comments for perfectly fitting your fondant hearts together.

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Wednesday, February 09, 2011

Your Everything Vehicle... Kids, Roadtrips... and Cake!

In the market for a new vehicle that not only serves as a trip-mobile, an errand runner, and a carpool cruiser, but also as delivery transportation? Maybe you're like me and don't do a whole lot of delivering anything other than children to and from school... but I've dreamed of a day when I'd be that all to cool professional cake decorator, with a logo sporting the side of a bright and shiny new vehicle, ready to attract cake loving clients from one end of the city to the other.

There are certain vehicles that probably wouldn't make the greatest delivery vehicles for larger orders, but if you're delivering 10" birthday cakes, you could probably get away with a Lexus GS (if you're planning on delivering heartier cakes you might consider the Lexus LS). Our former neighbors had a Lexus GS, and I miss envying them for it. lol Now I have to envy other people's when I have the opportunity. Obviously the Lexus GS isn't about spacious traveling, but it fits classy to a T.

Another COOL car that would make for an acceptable (and sassy) delivery vehicle if you were running a small cake business and wanting to look professional and super-sophisticated might be the BMW x5. After all, what kind of fool doesn't appreciate a BMW? This fool sure does!

Then there are vehicles like the Toyota 4Runner, which would be an awesome all around family vehicle and definitely roomy enough for multiple graduation sheet cakes come May, or that June wedding cake order you're hoping to land.

My SIL has a  Ford Expedition and man oh man is it ever spacious. Parked next to our car it looks like an SUV on steroids. I don't know if Ford makes all Expeditions to such massive size, but hers is exactly that... massive. I'd hate to be the sedan that didn't see her coming! On the upside, it could probably travel easily through the feet of snow we've had this winter and would be the perfect cake transporter. Lots of room for fondant and butter creamed covered masterpieces and loads of window space for marketing purposes.

What do you drive? Is it cake worthy?

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My Favorite Recipe Books.... Drumroll Please

Are you ready? Feeling the suspense? Here ya go...


I have to say after having flipped through countless recipe books over the years my ULTIMATE favorite cookbooks on planet Earth have to be Taste of Home.

Not only are their cookbooks and magazines amazing (many times complete with photos and I'm BIG on photos!),  they also have a terrific website. Check out this delightful Raspberry Cake recipe free for the looking. :) And we love cake right? Otherwise we wouldn't be here on Cake Fun!

Another terrific looking recipe on Taste of Home's awesome website is a sweet looking Carrot Cake ...


My kids are out of school tomorrow for conferences and I'm getting all sorts of ideas! I might just be dangerous in the kitchen.

If you love the website, check out their books! Funds are low in my household, so I've been checking out their cookbooks from my local library. Pretty sweet! They have year after delicious year of delectable, award winning recipes to drool over. 

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Tuesday, February 08, 2011

Recipes Perfect for College Cooks

Guest post written by Whitney Mabe

I know that a lot of people don't think of cooking as something relaxing to do. But when I come home from a hard day of classes and studying at the library, it's kind of nice to cook something and depend on it coming out delicious when you follow the instructions. So that's one of my favorite ways to unwind from school. I'm pretty sure that my roommates think I'm weird for it, but they appreciate it when I let them eat some of the result.

I was online about a week ago looking up some new recipes to try for fun and while I was doing that I came across a CLEAR WIRELESS INTERNET online offer that looked really good so I showed it to my roommates and we agreed to sign up for it for our internet service at the apartment.

But when I was online that night I also found some really great college cooking recipes, like quiche. I love quiche and my mom actually makes it a lot at home. But it had never occurred to me how easy it would be to make. Plus, I love breakfast foods and it would make for some perfect leftovers!

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Justin Bieber Birthday Cake Ideas

Do you have a tween who's obsessed with Justin Bieber... asking for a very Bieber birthday party and not sure what to do about a cake? I found a few really cool sources for birthday party cakes... some are doable from home, others will give you ideas to take to your favorite decorator.

The cakes pictured in this post come from the gallery at Cakecentral.com. This is an awesome resource for seeking out cake decorating ideas... as well as learning the how to's of the trade. 



You'll also find a handful of great Justin Bieber Cake on Squidoo. These cakes get high marks for their vibrant colors and I'm sure you'll agree they're all so very Bieber.

I found this Justin Bieber Zebra Cake posted by a fellow blogger to be rather cool as well... be sure to click the link and take a look at Sophia's creation!

If you'd like to order an edible image for your Justin Bieber cake, consider Ecrator.

Finally... if you'd like to find a wide number of Justin Bieber cakes... visit Flickr! The Cake Fun group has thousands of cakes posted there... many of which just happen to be Bieber cakes. ; )

Looking for party supplies? Justin Bieber Birthday supplies are prevalent at Birthday Express... everything from party plates and napkins, to favors and pinata's.... although I can't imagine wanting to Bieber? 

If you're looking for something more unique for a party favor, Justin Bieber Party Favors are even available on eBay. Share the joy of chocolate while sharing the love of Justin with these cool Hershey Kiss labels that can easily be added to a bag of kisses. It's a low budget party favor that will be well received by your young guests.

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Monday, February 07, 2011

The Best Valentine's Chocolate Around

Or so I've been told by countless friends! Apparently they sell Sees Candies at Nebraska Furniture Mart, but I rarely have the opportunity to shop there.

So, what's a gal to do? Shop online of course! Sees is available via the web and fortunately for chocolate lovers everywhere there's even time to order your Valentine's Day chocolates! Don't forget your sweetie! The big day is just 1 week away and you just can't come home or go out on that special date empty handed.


You may be thinking flowers, but everyone knows flowers and chocolates go together like peas and carrots. Or should I say like chocolate and caramel? Ok.. my taste buds are budding!

I think my kids would love these marshmallow hearts! I'm enjoying the mental image of them devouring a marshmallow-filled chocolate heart after school in Valentine's Day!

Have you ever tried Sees chocolates? What is your favorite candy Sees makes? Are you prepared for Valentine's Day?


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Looking for Online or PC Cake Games?

I'm not much of a game player, but most of my friends are. They play games on Facebook, take the controls of the Wii from their kids the minute they head to the bathroom, and some even have a Nintendo DS! lol

The only games I've ever really enjoyed were things like Wheel of Fortune's computer game... which is fun as I grew up watching the television show.

If you enjoy games and you enjoy cake, then you'll most certainly enjoy cake games... am I right?

Listed here in no particular order, for your gaming pleasure are 7 PC Games:

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This should keep you busy for awhile! lol Best part of it all is you can play any of these games for free, before you buy. Have a little fun and see what you think!

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Grow Your Cake Decorating Business by Accepting Credit Cards

Most people today use credit and debit cards rather than carrying checkbooks or cash. If you're trying to flourish as a cake decorating business, it only makes sense to consider the many benefits of equipping yourself to accept plastic forms of money! Not only does it make buying from you more convenient for you customers, but it makes you look more professional.

Merchant Account Providers gives businesses of all sizes and industry affordable credit card processing capabilities.

If you're wishing to accept credit cards from your growing list of clientele, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the services offered by Merchant Account Providers.

Whether you have a retail or restaurant merchant account, or you're running an online business, they have services to suit. You may even receive a free credit machine!

Additionally, Merchant Account Providers offers 24/7 customer support.

Happy baking and business building!

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Valentine's Cake out of Polymer Clay

Ok... so you can't actually eat this particular holiday cake, but it's rather cute, simple to make, and would make for a fun and original "little something special" to gift this Valentine's Day.

Watch how this artist creates her Valentine's Day cake in just a few simple to follow steps!



Another cool thing about this little cake, is that it'll last more than a day! It won't spoil, won't make you fat, and won't cost you much time or money to create.

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Sunday, February 06, 2011

Vistaprint Coupon Codes... Shopping Made Smarter

Before you do any online shopping... you owe it to your pocketbook to do a quick Google search for current promotion codes... or what are sometimes called coupon codes. I do this with nearly every online purchase I make... sometimes I don't find what I'm looking for, but hey... when I do, that's extra money in my pocket!

If you're in the market for business cards or calendars, signs, pens, or stationary for your business, you likely already know about Vista Print. I've ordered all my business cards from Vista Print over the past 5 years and when the women's group I recently directed needed post cards to promote an upcoming event, we found Vista Print to be less than half the price quoted by a local competitor. That's with shipping factored in! Additionally Vista Print offered full color front and back, whereas the local printer would have only given us color on one side.
 
You'll sometimes find Vistaprint coupons online that can be entered upon check out. Keep in mind, Vista Print is already VERY affordable, but if you can find Vistaprint coupon codes, to add to that savings, you should go for it!

Sometimes coupon codes will even provide the shopper with free shipping. Vistaprint free shipping codes are a must have... when they're offered! The last few times I've ordered my business cards from Vista Print I've only paid shipping... the cards themselves were actually free. Seriously! They routinely run specials on standard business cards where you can enjoy 250 free cards with only shipping to pay. Pretty sweet!

Whether you're shopping for business cards or new blinds for your bedroom, be sure to be smart at the cart! Before you check out, always check to see if there are money saving promotional codes available for the retailer you're doing business with. 


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Wednesday, February 02, 2011

The Making of a Dinosaur Cake... in Pictures

Two 11"x15" sheet cake pans makes for one rather large dinosaur.

Freeze your cakes before you sculpt. I take the cakes from the pan, let them cool on a rack while cleaning out the cake pans, then place a sheet of waxed paper in the pan, followed by the cake, which I then cover in the waxed paper (like a blanket), place back in the pan, wrap the entire pan in more waxed paper and plastic wrap, then place in the freezer. 









This guy is sorta plump and chunky looking for a dinosaur. I usually place spikes down dino's backside, but this time was requested to leave him bare.
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Personalized & Embroidered Bridal Party Bags

Looking for the perfect gift for your bridal party? Maybe something special for that cute little niece of yours who'll add a bit of precious to your perfect day? Check out these fun and affordable totes offered by Simply Bags... personalized and practical for every member of your bridal party.

I've opted to show you a few of my personal favorites... they just happen to match my blog too. lol I've been married 11 years, but should we ever renew our vows, these are a must have. You can spend a lot of time trying to come up with the perfect gift. Why give yourself additional brain-pain? Shopping for special people should be fun... not a chore!

Not getting married? Simply Bags has something for everyone. You'll find lunch bags, laptop bags, photo bags, sorority bags, cosmetic and beach bags... just about any type of bag you might possibly need! I especially like the laptop messenger bag below. Something I could definitely put to use too.

Maybe you need a baby shower gift? Check out this pretty pink and chocolate diaper bag! Love it!
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