As we see it, a stunning, drool-inducing wedding cake is the single most important part of any reception—well, second most important, after a happy couple. (Okay, debatable.) Whether you’re ...

The dessert maven came in to school us on the latest trends in cake-making, including how to make a watercolor cake, which boasts the ombre effect of waves in the sea. So how's it done?

The wedding cake should be properly positioned front ... When considering a more modern look, consider a watercolor wash to create a marbled effect in a color of your choice, like plum or mauve.

If you loved the idea of memorializing your bridal look with a custom illustration, wait until you see the amazing watercolor ... the cake-cutting, or just a portrait of you in your wedding ...

From cookies graced with watercolor drawings to wedding cakes ... What's something all brides know about choosing a wedding cake? If you like it, just get it. Who cares? Get what you want.

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