What is a Plateau ?????

pla·teau - noun
def: A flat stand, as for a centerpiece


Nothing makes that gorgeous cake more elegant than a silver cake stand. When you think of all the photos that are usually taken around the cake table of the bride and groom, the cake with the bouquets, the cake cutting, the toasting and so on, you will realize that the cake table usually turns into a central focus for the photographer.

Plateau's come in all different shapes and sizes ... basically anything flat and sturdy can be used. I have 8 and 10" crystal pedestals, 14" Round and Square, 18" Round and Square, 22" Round and Square, Wrought Iron and Wooden plateau's available.

WEDDING: West-Barto, Braselton-Stover House, 7/24/10

This was my first delivery to the Braselton-Stover House. It's worth looking into. Charming and elegant describes the historical Braselton-Stover House located in downtown Braselton, Georgia. Built in 1916 by Green Braselton, the second son born to the town’s founder, William Harrison Braselton, the house was purchased in December 2000 and faithfully restored to its current beauty and charm by Mary and Marvin Stover.

In addition to the historical house with its inviting wrap-around porch, is the 6000 square foot banquet facility that was completed in November 2008. It's gorgeous. Like the house, the new facility features period furnishings and is beautifully decorated. French doors open from the banquet hall onto the veranda overlooking the garden area.

I shouldn't have "favorite" couples, but Katie West and Burt Barto could be considered "favorites". When we met back in February, I realized that this was a couple meant for each other. Katie didn't want the normal "stacked" cake ... she went out of the box and we placed each cake on its own board and used covered elevation to showcase them. Navy ribbon and yellow/white floral finished each cake. It came out great.


Burt's cake was all his design. I have never seen a groom so excited about his cake as Burt was. He had a vision of a groom throwing a ball to his bride who was standing at home plate. It's called "Batter Up" !!! I sure hope he was happy with my interpretation of his cake design.

Katie works with my next door neighbor and I can't wait to hear all about their wedding.

Congratulations, Katie and Burt !!! See you on your first anniversary.




VENDORS:
Music: Spectrum Entertainment
Photo: Atlanta Artistic Weddings / David Diener Photography (daviddiener@gmail.com) (www.atlantaartisticweddings.com) Thanks for the very quick turnaround !!!!!
Floral: Ann's Flower Shop, Winder
Caterer: Cornbread and Caviar (heavy hors d'oeuvre .. looked incredible)

Wedding Cake Flavor/Filling:
6" Cutting Cake: Vanilla cake filled w/ Fresh Sliced Strawberries
8" Square - Strawberry cake filled w/ Strawberry Cream Cheese
8" Square - Lemon cake filled w/ Raspberry
8" Square - White cake filled w/ Cookies n' Cream
8" Square - Carrot cake filled w/ Cream Cheese

Groom Cake Flavor/Filling:
12" Square - Chocolate cake filled w/ Bailey's

WEDDING: Lepchenske-Etheridge, Peachtree Club, 7/17/10

My second delivery of the day was to The Peachtree Club. It's a little difficult to make deliveries (security was not around to unlock doors) but The Peachtree Club has recently gone through some renovations and it's quite lovely .. not to mention the view from the 28th (top) floor.

On our way to The Peachtree Club, we went through a nasty rain storm. Although the balcony had cover, I was hoping the storm would stay away and not rain on their wedding... but then again it wouldn't have dampened Jennifer and Brad's wedding at all.

Jennifer Lepchenske and Brad Etheridge are one of those couples who look good together and make a great team. I should really start taking pictures of my brides in their gowns .. she looked beautiful. We met back in March and after going thru my portfolio's decided to go with a simple yet elegant cake with streamers coming down on all four sides topped with their "E" monogram and white hydrangea.

The groom cake .... A House Divided ... Alabama vs Georgia. Came out cute !!!

Congratulations, Jennifer and Brad !!!


VENDORS:
Music: Jamin' DJ's
Photo: Carrie Tabb Photography
Floral: Jeff Purdy
Caterer: Peachtree Club

Wedding Cake Flavor/Filling:
6" Square -Red Velvet cake filled w/ Cream Cheese
8" Square - Lemon cake filled w/ Raspberry
10" Square - FAKE
12" Square - Almond cake filled w/ Sliced Strawberries

Groom Cake Flavor/Filling:
9x13" Chocolate cake filled w/ Chocolate Buttercream

WEDDING: Bergeron-Ham, Vines Mansion, 7/17/10

This was my first visit to Vines Mansion in Loganville. The grounds are beautiful. I can see why photographers love this site.

Carla Bergeron and Will Ham ..... Carla called me on June 25th, we met on June 28th, and her wedding was July 17th .... I wouldn't recommend all brides wait that long to secure the cake vendor, but this time it worked out. Her delivery was scheduled for early morning (9:00) and that gave me more than enough time to pick up my next cake and head out the door. Perfect timing.

Carla was one of my brides who knew exactly what style cake she wanted .. dark purple and limey green were her colors. Hand-drawn icing scrolls and accents in purple and green extended from live floral clumps.


VENDORS:
Music: DJ - Gregory Jackson
Photography: Derek Wintermute Photography (www.DerekWintermute.com)
This is the first time that a photographer sent me the professional cake shot before I got a chance to send a note to request a copy. Thank you, Derek !
Floral: "I DO" Flowers
Caterer: Eagles Landing
Ice Cream: Brusters


Wedding Cake Flavor/Filling:
6" Square - Coconut cake filled w/ Raspberry Buttercream
8" Square - Red Velvet cake filled w/ Cream Cheese
10" Square - Red Velvet cake filled w/ Cream Cheese

FUN CAKES: June 2010

In addition to 9 Wedding cakes, 5 Groom cakes, Wedding Oreo Favors, and Wedding Cupcakes (see the individual June weddings posts for details) .... the following cakes were created and kept me pretty busy.

What an honor it was to create a "gender reveal" cake for one of my favorite couples !!! Ashley and Joe are expecting and I was asked to bake a cake in either pink or blue so that they could present it to the grand parents to be to let them know if they were having a girl or a boy. The exterior icing was white with a simple pair of buttercream booties on top and the words "Welcome Baby". When they cut into it however, well, I'm pleased to announce that IT'S A GIRL and her name will be Delaney Jane (cute). She already has her daddy wrapped around her little finger.

Here's another baby (girl) shower cake ...





Millie picked up this cute Cat in the Hat cake for a baby shower. Millie is another "favorite" of mine ... always greets me with the best hug.



HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Faxon C. ... this year's party was a basketball theme. Can't believe he is 8 years old now.

WEDDING: Griffin-Casteel, Roswell River Landing, 6/26/10

Cathy Griffin and Robert Casteel chose Roswell River Landing as the site for their wedding and reception. It was a beautiful day and the river was providing the scenery and sounds that make the RRL a great venue.

Cathy and Robert are an active military couple, and do much for their community (volunteer fire fighter, red cross, etc). So when Jennifer Lackey of Storybook Weddings asked me to forward my information to them, I did. Cathy had no idea what design she wanted ... but certainly something simple with clean lines, yet elegant. After reviewing my portfolios, we decided on this three tier round cake on a square. Bordered in wine ribbon and adorned with large orchids. It came out great.

If you can zoom in on the topper, that was quite unique .... you'll see the bride and groom holding a heart .. well you put fragrance oil in the heart and it turns into a room freshener.

Thank you Cathy and Robert for giving me the opportunity to play such an important role on your special day.


VENDORS:
Music: Absolute Entertainment
Photo: Holbrook Photography (www.holbrookphotography.com)
I also created Jessica and Larry Holbrook's wedding cake .. a few years ago.
Floral: On Occasions of Atlanta
Caterer: Endive
DOC: Jennifer Lackey, Storybook Weddings

Wedding Cake Flavor/Filling:
6" Round - 1/2 Red Velvet, 1/2 Marble cakes filled w/ Hazelnut
8" Round - 1/2 Red Velvet, 1/2 Marble cakes filled w/ Hazelnut
10" Round - 1/2 Red Velvet, 1/2 Marble cakes filled w/ Hazelnut
12" Square - 1/2 Red Velvet, 1/2 Marble cakes filled w/ Hazelnut

WEDDING: Chappell-McVicker, Flint Hill, 6/25/10

I love delivering to Flint Hill .. you get in and out fairly easy, the cake table is ALWAYS set and ready to go, if I need anything all I have to do is ask and it appears ... and it's a short driving distance for me.

Flint Hill was the site of Stephanie Chappell and Scott McVicker's wedding and reception. I didn't get to see Scott, but sure did get to see Stephanie while she was having photo's taken. I have requested a shot of her in her gown so that you could see it .. it was magnificent and it was made specifically for her. Incredible.

Stephanie came to me with her cake design already figured out ... the top two tiers were tied with a bow, and the bottom full tier had the written words "You are the best thing". The very bottom layer was half the height as the others and in a contrasting color.

Scott is a major ESPN fan, so his ESPN cake was in order.




VENDORS:
Music: Black Tie Events
Photo: Matt Yung Photography (will post contact info when I receive photos)
Floral: Magic Moments (house florist)
Caterer: Flint Hill

Wedding Cake Flavor/Filling:
6" Round - Chocolate cake filled w/ Chocolate Buttercream
8" Round - Chocolate cake filled w/ Chocolate Buttercream
10" Round - Chocolate cake filled w/ Chocolate Buttercream
12" Round - Chocolate cake filled w/ Chocolate Buttercream


Groom Cake Flavor/Filling:
9x13 Vanilla cake filled w/ fresh sliced Strawberries