I know 🏀

Okay, let's talk about the 'I know ball' thing. You know how it goes – sometimes people just look at you, and you can practically hear them thinking, 'Does this person really know what they're doing?' Especially when I'm walking into places holding those big, often precarious, cake boxes! I swear I get all the stares, and in my head, I'm always like, 'They probably think I don't know ball...' But then, they see the cake, and suddenly, everyone's a believer! Making these themed birthday cakes is truly my passion, and it's where I really feel like I know my ball (baking ball, that is!). Take for example, the dinosaur cake. Oh my goodness, the planning for that one! I wanted something truly prehistoric and fun. We went with a vibrant green base, then added edible dinosaur figures carefully placed among edible chocolate crumbles to mimic dirt and rocks. It’s all about creating a little edible landscape! The '3' candle was the perfect touch for the birthday kiddo. It takes patience to get those tiny details just right, but seeing the joy on their face is absolutely priceless. Then there's the Bluey cakes! These are always a hit. Bluey is such a beloved character, and making those Bluey character figures come to life on a cake is so rewarding. For one of the more recent ones, I did a beautiful pink frosted round cake decorated with all the iconic Bluey elements – rainbows, balloons, and of course, Bluey and Bingo themselves. It was a 2nd birthday celebration, so the '2' candle was front and center. I often use a mix of fondant for the characters and buttercream for the base and other decorations to get that smooth, vibrant look. And it's not just big round cakes! Sometimes I do cupcakes arranged to form a larger scene. For another dinosaur theme, I created a whole tray of cupcakes, each one a little piece of a grassy, chocolatey landscape. Or the Bluey cupcake arrangements that featured multiple characters, each little cupcake a tiny canvas. Transporting these can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially when you've got delicate figures! My biggest tip for anyone carrying cake boxes is to drive slow, avoid sudden stops, and always place them on a flat surface in your car – never on a seat! A non-slip mat helps too. It’s funny how a simple phrase like 'I know ball' can apply to so many different areas of life. For me, it’s about mastering my craft, putting my heart into every bake, and creating something truly special that brings smiles. So next time you see someone eyeing my cake boxes, just know that inside, there's a world of delicious expertise waiting to be revealed. And yes, I definitely know ball when it comes to baking!