I'm such a genius......
Sometimes I'm so genius, I can't even take myself anymore....... Case in point: I've come up with the 101 of the 100 Hot Star Tips.....Yep. I did. I managed to come up with one more tip. I know, I know...... the others were so fabulous it would be hard to top any of one of them. But, I did it. So take a seat and look at Tip #101.....
My "Strawberry Shortcake & Cream" Cake. You simply just look at it and pretend that you are eating a slice of strawberry shortcake. You could even pop a real strawberry in your mouth and just pretend it's drenched in whipped cream. Or, you could even eat this one.....I don't think cardboard has any calories...well, even if it does, it can't be that many.......
Anyhow, if you don't see me blogging for a while it just means the People magazine picked me up as a staff writer and I had to move to New York. I'm sure they will be calling me any minute. I've got my bags packed and ready.
So before I jet off, I wanted to share with you the cutest bag I saw at La Maison. It's by Denise of Hope Tree Studio. I saw it at the Barn but had no idea that she made it until I went on her blog. I asked her if I could post a picture and she sent me these. Isn't it great.......
It's made of burlap with a monogrammed handkerchief and vintage components. I just love it!
So, I'm working on some more cake goodies.....just to have a little variety in life you know. I'm baking up a Lemon Chiffon Cake.....and a Chocolate Cream Cake.....and a Vanilla & Berries Cake......Yum.
I also though I should cover my bases in case People doesn't call me right away. So I did these two little collages that I'm going to put on my Etsy. It'll tide me over until I'm making the big bucks.
I'm heading back to baking the rest of my cakes....I'll talk to you later! Karin
Wow! Love the strawberry cake...nice job! Thanks for visiting my blog today!
Posted by:Jillian | April 28, 2008 at 02:51 PM
That is the sweetest strawberry shortcake i have ever seen. Well done !
Followed your link from Natasha's today and ever so glad we got to visit your blog space full of all kinds of wonderful creative inspiration. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by:Pearl Maple | April 28, 2008 at 03:38 PM
Oh that was the best Strawberry Shortcake & cream I have ever eaten!!
Love the bag - so cool.
Your collages are so pretty.
You have been busy
Alison
Posted by:Alison Gibbs | April 28, 2008 at 07:46 PM
ooo Karin, yummo! Gorgeousness!! Love the collages as well! I have to say, I hope you don't get that call from People... I'd rather see more yumminess like this continue.
Alisa
Posted by:Alisa | April 28, 2008 at 08:47 PM
YOUR CAKE IS SO BEAUTIFUL. I HOPE YOU ARE PLANNING TO HAVE SOME AVAILABLE IN YOUR ETSY SHOP. CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOUR OTHER YUMMY CREATIONS. HAVE A GREAT DAY!!
SONIA
Posted by:sonia audelo | April 28, 2008 at 09:12 PM
gorgeous cake:) love those flowers you used...and your collages are very pretty!!!
Posted by:Lori | April 29, 2008 at 03:15 AM
Oh you are so kind! Thanks you Thank you! Denise
Posted by:Denise Elizabeth | April 29, 2008 at 07:02 AM
Well if People doesn't pick you up they are crazy! Gorgeous cake!
Karla
Posted by:Karla | April 29, 2008 at 08:03 AM
Oh, that's pretty! Thanks so much for the 100 tips "tip" below. I'm off to look for one of those bikinis that transforms fat into fabulous. Hah! Not!
Posted by:Betty @ She's Sew Pretty | April 29, 2008 at 09:12 AM
Keep baking those cakes Karin...these are just right for my calorie intake!!! When you reach People magazine, please remember the little people you've left behind!! lol!
Posted by:Sherry | April 29, 2008 at 12:43 PM
OMG Karin, you are hilarious, you made my long overworked, at what I don't like working on day, into such a fun night :) Love ya!
Oh and your cake, well it is amazing!!! I think it would be great for a wedding don't you? One that the bride can keep :)
Love your collages too , keep the creative juices flowing girl, you are on a roll......
Posted by:Lynn at The Rose Cottage | April 29, 2008 at 03:53 PM
Oh Karin...you have me laughing every day...you are such fun! "People" doesn't know what they are missing!!
Love the cake...looking forward to seeing the next batch!
Hugs, Nancy
Posted by:Nancy | April 29, 2008 at 05:55 PM
i love your cake...just beautiful!! can't wait to see a chocolate one! love the bag and your collages, too
Posted by:Alissa Millsap | April 29, 2008 at 06:54 PM
Cute stuff. Love the cakes. I make birthday box cakes for little girls or new babies. When you get hired for people mag come do a feature on all your famous blogger friends.
-Mya
Posted by:mya | April 29, 2008 at 08:14 PM
Hey! I just made a cake yesterday, and am going to post it on my blog later today.......so check back. And, I just bought some maple and brown sugar Life cereal the other day.....bikini season here I come!!! Sounds like we are on the same wavelength....Oops, the 4 chocolate dipped strawberries I made and ate last night may have sabotaged my Life cereal diet. Oh well, I haven't worn a bikini since I was 14, so why start now!! Life is about moving forward, not backward right!!
Posted by:natalie | April 30, 2008 at 10:30 AM
What a fantastically guilt-free cake! And your picture is so sparkly, you can actually see the glitter shining and sparkling! Very cool pic!
Posted by:Bejeweled | April 30, 2008 at 11:03 AM
you crack me up. i hope people calls soon. i do love the cake box, it is amazing, like you said. can't wait to see the new flavors when they are done. :)
jenny
Posted by:fated follies studio | April 30, 2008 at 06:30 PM
love the cake !!! you are cooking up some yummy stuff i see - LOL !!! thanks for sharing the bag too so fun !!
xo,
beth
Posted by:beth | April 30, 2008 at 09:26 PM
YOU are so talented!!!
Love all of your creations. That CEO better give you a raise so he can keep you :) Maybe a trip to the beach after baking !
Hugs,
Mary
Posted by:mary | May 01, 2008 at 07:19 AM
YOU are so talented!!!
Love all of your creations. That CEO better give you a raise so he can keep you :) Maybe a trip to the beach after baking !
Hugs,
Mary
Posted by:mary | May 01, 2008 at 07:19 AM
Karin, I love reading your blog--you are so witty and funny and true and real. I love seeing the things you create. I don't have a blog just yet but will be getting one. This whole blog thing is pretty amazing.
Thank you for being here!
Andy
Posted by:andyann | May 01, 2008 at 08:56 AM
Karin---I love reading your blog.
You are so witty and funny!
You are also so very real.
I love seeing the beautiful pieces you create.
I don't have a blog yet but will be getting one soon. This whole blogoshere is pretty amazing!
Thank you for being here
Andy
Posted by:andyann | May 01, 2008 at 09:02 AM
Karin, I always had you pegged for a genius, thank you for proving me correct. I adore your cake, it is perfect, and your new bag is so great!! You are just fabulous, Madam :D :D
Posted by:Colleen Gallagher | May 01, 2008 at 10:03 AM
Love the cake, the collages and YOU! You're so much fun! :)
Posted by:Cheryl Dack | May 01, 2008 at 11:01 PM