Cake Topper

A red fondant cake topped with sculpted lovebird birds on a branch with flowers and hearts

Make a Valentine’s Day lovebird cake topper out of modeling chocolate

A lot of people look at what I do and say, “I could never do that.” While that might be true on a professional level, that doesn’t mean that you can’t let your creative spirit …

Fondant-covered musical instrument cookies

Make these musical instrument cake toppers

I’m pretty sure that everyone in the world loves music in some way, shape or form. I know I do. Early on in my life, I wanted to play the drums. But my father, being of a certain age from …

A three-tiered cake decorated with colorful watercolor-style frosting and gold sprinkles is topped with a large, vibrant orange and red flower made from edible wafer paper.

Make this autumn flower cake topper

“Why make art with food?” It’s a question I’m asked every once in a while when people find out what I do, and it’s a good one. After all, food does seem like a …

A sugar art piece featuring clear amethyst crystals with purple-dipped bases sits in a glossy pool of swirling purple and white spun sugar.

Make this crystal amethyst cake topper

I’m often asked, “Who’s your favorite artist?” “Mother Nature,” I always reply. I’m very much in tune with nature and the elements. A lot of my …

A detailed fondant cake topper features a smiling scarecrow with curly blonde hair, a red shirt, and a brown hat with a small black crow perched on it, set against a backdrop of colorful autumn leaves.

Make this cute scarecrow cake topper out of fondant

I have always loved fall. In our corner of the world, it is absolutely beautiful. When I see brightly colored leaves on mountain trees against a blue sky, I feel invigorated. I feel that Mother …

A white fondant polar bear cake topper with black eyes and paw pads on an ice-themed base

Make this polar bear cake topper out of modeling chocolate

My birthday is in January, and as a child growing up in Liberty, NY, I remember how it was always too cold and snowy for me to have a party. On the plus side, the ice, snow and freezing wind made …

An isomalt sugar swan figurine on a marbled red and purple base with heart decorations

Make this sugar swan

I’ve been fascinated by birds since childhood. When I see a hawk in flight, I know I’m going to have a good day. I’m lucky that I live in the mountains of Wurtsboro, NY, because …