http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net en-gb cakesbyrebecca.net 2012-4-17T00:00:00Z cakesbyrebecca.net http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#116632 Come and join us for our first anniversary in the bakery. To say thank you for all your support in our first year were having a party Well have finger food cakes and refreshments. Well have party hats and balloons and lots of special offers only available on the day in the shop as a really special thank you. We hope you can join us xxSaturday 28th April 2012 12pm 5pm 2012-4-17 18:57:15 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#113875 Cakes by Rebecca are thrilled to announce the addition of a range of gluten free cakes to accompany our cafe cake selections in the shop. Ranging from cake slices and cupcakes we hope to bring you mouth watering treats so you too can enjoy freshly baked cakes every day Rebecca . . . with love xx 2012-3-5 07:52:31 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#113874 Dont forget Mum Nan Grandma on March 18th We have some scrummy cupcake selections to choose from all available to be personalised just for your Number 1 Mum. We also have a fab range of giftware inspired for this very occasion pop in to have a look Rebecca . . . with love xx 2012-3-5 07:50:01 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#109426 From all at Cakes by Rebecca we hope you have a fantastic New Year and look forward to creating some wonderful cakes in 2012 for you thank you for your custom Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-12-31 17:33:06 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#109287 . . . . . were open 29th and 30th December 9.30am till 4pm and New Years Eve Sat 9am till 1pm Anyone wanting New Years Eve party cupcakes please call and place your order. We can do minis for 99p each and standard sized for 1.25 each Buy 10 cupcakes get 2 FREE xx 2011-12-28 18:02:48 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#108862 . . . . . our 99p cupcakes are back this weekend Vanilla Butterscotch Chocolate Heaven and Mint Choc Chip. Weve also got a raffle prize guess the name of our cuddly wuddly reindeer and you could win him 50p a go pop into the shop. Rebecca xx 2011-12-17 08:06:40 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#108615 . . . . . christmassy cupcakes available all week in the shop available as singles doubles in fours sixes or twelves. Ideal for yummy christmas pressies for teacher or as little gifts for friends and family. Email or call us in the shop and we can gift wrap your cakes so theyre ready to collect when you want xx 2011-12-12 18:29:44 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#107958 We love Cupcake Fridays at the cake shop the shop is filled with scrumptious cakes and cupcakes to eat in or take away this week we have Vanilla Raspberry Ripple Butterscotch Lemon Chocolate Orange and Banoffee cupcakes we have our favourite Carrot Cake and Moms homemade Bread Pudding we spoil you Rebecca . . with love xx 2011-12-2 08:01:02 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#105551 This Sunday 30th October therell be a firework and bonfire event at Polesworth Abbey. Starts 6.30pm with live music by the Pinch. Stalls Glo Sticks Refreshments and Licenced Bar. Ticket event you can buy from the Spar shop opposite us. Well be open from 4pm till 8pm with tea and coffee mince pies and cupcakes to buy and for any celebration cake enquiries Rebecca . . with love xx 2011-10-27 20:29:32 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#104787 Do you know our cake kitchen can turn cupcake orders round the same day in most cases. If you need a box or more please let us know we may need a day or two for larger orders. In any case if youve forgotten the cake or planned a last minute surprise we can normally help handy to know Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-10-17 07:20:38 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#104455 How about a sweet cupcake all wrapped up in a gorgeous cupcake box designed around your theme Cakes by Rebecca can bake and create cupcakes to match your theme and provide a completely personalised cupcake box with any wording to WOW your wedding guests. Designs can match your invites your table settings or your wedding flowers anythings possible. Call or email us for more details Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-10-12 07:29:07 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#104296 . . . . one of our favourites from last week. Natalie came into the shop to discuss her cake. Having spotted a gorgeous shoe box wed got on display she fell in love with it and wanted her cake based around this design . . . . not bad eh Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-10-10 08:00:24 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#101996 Just a quick note to say well be exhibiting at Drayton Manor Wedding Fayre in Tamworth Wednesday 7th September 2011 in the evening. Starts at 6pm till 9pm Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-9-6 18:26:11 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#100934 Alex came in with her sister having both designed their own cakes. They asked if we could create their designs for them. As the designs were so FAB was our pleasure Happy Birthday girls Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-8-22 08:09:52 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#98445 Love to decorate your own cakes and cupcakes We can now supply edible photos for cakes and cupcakes Send us your favourite pictures or your kids favourite characters and we can print edible toppers for you. Any wording can be added to the prints too making it even easier to finish your designs. Red eye A busy background No problem we can edit photos to make the most of your pictures. Available as A5 A4 7.5 round or cupcake toppers Example below. Collect from the shop or we can post designs Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-7-15 20:39:25 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#96581 This week we had quite a challenge in the kitchen our very first 3d cake Weve created so many shaped and novelty cakes in the past but never a fully 3d cake. A challenge yes a pleasure yes As cake designers whilst we love creating all sorts of designs some simple some not so much a structurally challenging cake is a fantastic opportunity to push ourselves and experiment with new ideas and see what we can create. Hope you like it we did and again a cake we didnt want to leave us Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-6-19 15:42:27 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#95357 Its that time of week when we get up early no earlier than that and bake cupcakes galore to fill our shop with that freshly baked cakes smell no one can resist. Our flavours tomorrow are Vanilla Raspberry Ripple Butterscotch Mocha Chocolate Heaven and Flavour of the Week . . . Banana Sundae a luscious banana sponge topped with vanilla buttercream finished with chocolate sauce sprinkles and a flake piece oh my oh my come see us soon Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-6-2 19:34:01 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#94862 We are so excited to be launching Cupcake Friday tomorrow. SIX gorgeous flavours of cupcakes baked fresh first thing. Vanilla Raspberry Ripple Butterscotch Luscious Lemon Mint Choc Chip and our flavour of the week . . . Lime amp Coconut Available from 10.30am tomorrow morning AND as of next week we can deliver free of charge across Tamworth with a minimum spend of 16310 . . . . . Happy Days xxRebecca . . . with love xx 2011-5-26 20:30:00 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#94400 We have an Open Day today 124pm with free cake tasting on offer. Weve cherry and coconut and lemon drizzle to try well have a range of sandwiches to try and a cheeky tipple for those that fancy joining us in toasting the new venture. Well also be at Polesworth Abbey Family Fun Day with a cake stall to help raise money for a very good cause . . . hope to see you Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-5-21 07:07:11 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#93177 . . . . . are pleased to announce the launch of our photo cakes starting from 16319.99. This range is still very much made with love but with a little less fuss. White iced photo and ribbon . . . . just right for an everyday birthday cake. Example below call or pop in for more information Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-5-5 07:55:59 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#92633 Well it was a hectic first week and were slowly getting used to our new surroundings. Weve a few cupcake inspired giftware items in now to browse a fab cupcake counter with gorgeous freshly baked cupcakes and traybakes to take home aswell as a few display cakes to see. Give us a month and itll be just perfect. Thanks for your support over the years this dream couldnt have been possible without it . . . . we hope to see you soon Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-4-27 18:43:52 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#91998 Were really excited to announce weve moved into our very first shop. Were now located at 29 Bridge Street Polesworth in Tamworth. Weve not moved far infact were still just off the B5000 so still really easy to find and were now able to offer a lot more to our customers and hopefully make it easy to get all your partywear too from one place. A big step and very nerve wracking but were looking forward to the challenge and cant wait to see you soon Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-4-18 18:38:41 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#90441 We love it when customers tell us this is the theme do what you want we get to create a cake which reflects our personality and our take on the theme. If you cant decide how the cake should look or youre struggling with ideas we have loads of ideas and ways to create really unique cakes and ones which the birthday boy or girl will love Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-3-29 07:44:06 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#87387 If youre interested in booking your wedding cake with us please confirm soon. Were getting almost fully booked now in August and July is getting busy too. We prefer to limit ourselves to one wedding cake a week to ensure it gets our undivided attention depending on design we may be able to manage two. To ensure we can bake and create a perfectly gorgeous cake for your very special day and one which is divine for your guests to eat dont wait too long to come and see us Rebecca . . . with love xx 2011-2-20 14:18:32 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#79291 For my daughters party this year we chose Ash End House Farm in Middleton. What a fabulous place along with her little friends she fed the goats and the sheep sang Happy Hatch Day to the newly hatched chicks and had a sit on a pony. After a rather excited play on the fantastic outdoor play with tractors and bouncy cushion we all had a lovely lunch in the barn heated my a real log fire. It was a really nice morning and for her cake but what else for a party on Halloween Rebecca . . . with love xx 2010-11-2 07:29:24 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#75985 We had a fantastic day at the Ramada Birmingham North for our very first wedding fayre. We had a great response and took loads of enquiries for 20112012. It was a really nice day and we met some lovely people. We took a tower of cupcakes which we sold later in the day to raise money for the Injured Servicemen at Selly Oak and raised 16370 Well be there again in January with some new cakes on display some more yummy cupcakes well be looking forward to seeing you Rebecca . . . with love xx 2010-9-21 12:40:30 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#72947 When Colleen asked me to create a cake for her bestest friend Anna aka Princess Bird we talked about a pretty princess cake with tiara and magic wand but then Colleen aka Princess Minnie mentioned there adorable pet names for each other and I just couldnt get Big Bird out of my head. Anna we knew would love the idea and see the funny side and so a cake was born Big Bird with Princess Bird sash and pinked up just for Princess Anna. Happy 30th Anna we hope you loved your cakes Rebecca . . . with love xx 2010-8-16 09:53:40 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#69357 I was so excited when I was asked to create this cake. Toy of the Year in 1980 us kids couldnt wait to get our hands on one of these. A real iconic toy from my childhood and a source of complete frustration. Didnt we all peel the stickers off to try and solve the puzzle leaving it nearly all completely black as stick back on they didnt How funny. Well the cake looked stunning and I had to really resist trying to turn the layers to rearrange all the colours Rebecca . . . with love xx 2010-7-2 07:15:20 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#67743 Standing infront of a stacked three tier cake looking at a photo of what the cake should look like and then looking at your little handmade roses and leaves you just hope you can do it justice. Rarely am I 100 happy with my creations as a perfectionist its the little flaws or imperfections I see which noone else can but this time . . . . nothing I am 100 happy with this. An exquisitely gorgeous wedding cake Im sure youll agree Rebecca . . . with love xx 2010-6-12 11:10:19 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#65548 If you cant quite decide . . . cake or cupcakes have both Team your themed cake with some scrummy cupcakes decorated perfectly to match your cake. Convenient for kids parties as they can take their very own cupcake home and you get to enjoy our scrumptious cake all to yourself Rebecca . . . with love xx 2010-5-18 10:41:52 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#63312 Here at Cakes by Rebecca were really getting into the celebrations. We created this cake yesterday for a gentleman who collects war medals and on Friday weve a three tier wedding cake for a couple getting married on St Georges Day how cool Any guesses as to the theme of the cake Not hard really I guess just red and white. Very patriotic and perfect for an extra special celebration. Hope you all have a wonderful St Georges Day wherever you may be Rebecca . . . with love xx 2010-4-19 11:14:52 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#62216 It was my grandparents Diamond Wedding Anniversary on April Fools Day and we celebrated on Saturday with a big family party and guess what I did a cake My Nan had been given a gorgeous Diamond ring for the occasion and so with this theme too I went for a cushion shaped cake with a gorgeous diamond ring to finish. Very simple but so stunning Rebecca . . . with love xx 2010-4-5 10:06:14 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#60489 Having seen on our Blog that we had been looking into gluten free cakes Jodies mom gave us the great task of creating Jodies 21st Birthday Cake. We were a little anxious but it actually turned out really well and we were assured tasted really lovely so much so shes our official taster for new recipes shes said So there you go we now provide gluten free Cakes by Rebecca . . . with love xx 2010-3-14 14:08:08 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#56924 I had a really lovely cake to do this week my wonderful sister celebrated her 40th birthday. Lisa is a huge Audrey Hepburn fan with memoribilia of Audrey all around her home. I wanted to create a really personal cake for her so having found a gorgeous picture of Audrey I then managed to find a fabulous quote of hers and before long a cake was created which was completely unique for her. Happy 40th Birthday Lisa Rebecca . . . with love xx 2010-1-24 19:42:48 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#55419 Well its Day 3 of the New Year and Ive already failed in one of my resolutions which was to eat less cake I cant help it its so delicious . . . . . but I do have a very good excuse this time really Im trying to develop a range of gluten free cakes and Ive baked today a delicious gluten free chocolate cake. It tastes divine its moist rich and completely indulgent. But whilst it ticks all the boxes for taste sadly its a little wonky for covering. Never mind Ill continue the research and in the meantime the new year resolution will just have to wait Rebecca . . . with love xx 2010-1-3 19:56:09 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#54847 Its fairly quiet this week in the kitchen weve a few christmas cakes and a lovely engagement cake this week so I shall be taking the opportunity to make some gorgeous mince pies to enjoy over the festive season. Drizzled with a little brandy before baking and they are completey irresistible. However today I am helping my 80 year old dear Nan to decorate her christmas cake shes baked and marzipanned it and were going to cover and decorate today. Well with a kitchen full of cutters embossers glitter and colours shell have the best decorated Christmas cake this side of Lapland. Well Im not sure if Ill post again in 2009 so if not I wish you all a fabulous Christmas and a fantastic New Year Rebecca . . . with love xx 2009-12-21 10:35:57 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#53990 Been a little while since my last Blog and hasnt it gotten cold outside It felt really christmassy too for us last week we were really pleased to support one of our local schools with their winter fete and there was a fantastic turn out. We did a Guess the weight of the Christmas Cake which someone asked to just buy it there and then We also baked and sold a load of cupcakes but clearly we underestimated their popularity if we do say so ourselves they are fantastic we were sold out within minutes not sure who loved them more moms or kids but next year we will have boxes and boxes so enough for everyone And well done Rachel for winning the Christmas cake Rebecca . . . with love xx 2009-12-11 18:42:54 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#52992 I absolutely adored doing this cake being given a basic theme and being allowed to be creative is what I love and this little bear melted my heart I didnt want him to leave. Me to You bears are perfect for theming to create a really unique and personal cake for someone. The blackboard on the back of the cake read Quiet Exams in progress . . . just adorable Rebecca . . .with love xx 2009-11-20 21:04:03 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#51702 Has everyone had a Happy Halloweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeen Weve had a very special week. First my son became a teenager . . . as a huge rugby fan I created his favourite team logo for his cake then it was out for pizza with his pals and today . . . yes on Halloween . . . my little devil turned 5 . . so weve had a tea party with pass the parcel . . . what fun Phew thats their birthdays done for another year But weve still found time to create some great cakes this week and the Haunted Castle cake was such fun to make spooky eyes and scary hands finishing the look. Hope you like this weeks cakes off to light my pumpkin now Rebecca . . . with love xx 2009-10-31 21:03:52 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#51460 A little while ago I had a lady call me desperately seeking cake. Fresh back from a trip to New York she was yearning for a taste of Manhattan. Red Velvet Cake. A cake Manhattans queued for it was that good she said. If I could make it like she remembered name your price. Ive finally gotten round to making it today . . . she wasnt wrong. My 13 year old son has offered me his birthday money for the rest of it It really is that good ladies and gentlemen. Take it to friends for dessert give it to someone special or save it all for yourself but please. . . order one. . . its a little slice of heaven on a plate Rebecca . . . with love x x Red Velvet Cake A History 2009-10-27 19:16:50 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#49752 Some of you have already seen my lovely little car and told me how fab you think it looks for those of you that havent yet seen me tootling around Ive now got Cakes by Rebecca in pink all down the sides of the car with some lovely cupcakes to finish its very noticeable I love it. So if you see me out and about give me a toot toot........ and if you see me driving as slow as a snail .......theres a cake or two on board Rebecca ...with love xx 2009-9-30 16:27:01 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#48613 We created a cake this week which was specially commissioned for a young lady who was to become a teenager. After considering lots of themes mom decided that as fashion was probably the theme could we create a cake based around her favourite clothing designer Ed Hardy. Something completely different unique and with a bit of bling We loved it lets hope Lashai loved it too Happy Birthday Lashai Rebecca . . . with love xx 2009-9-13 10:46:48 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#48228 If you havent already clicked on the YouTube link on our homepage youll love it if you do Weve taken a few of our latest creations and brought them to life in our fantastic little ad Weve had loads of lovely feedback you all think its fantastic and the cakes have become celebrities Were hoping to produce more of these fun little movies in the future so keep watching . . . your cake could be the next star Rebecca . . . with love x x 2009-9-5 20:34:26 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#47884 You can now become a fan of Cakes by Rebecca through our Facebook Page. Ive finally gotten around to setting up the page still havent a clue how to use it entirely but its there anyway Ill still be blogging here and I hope you keep signing the Guestbook but its now even easier to share my wonderful world of cakes with friends and family Rebecca . . . with love x x 2009-9-1 13:04:07 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#47405 I was extremely privileged and hugely excited to be asked a few weeks ago to create my very first birthday cake for a 100 year old Hilda turned 100 this year and has always had cats so we created her cakes with the cat theme and with lots of fruit cake to enjoy with her friends and family. Thank you Lesley for allowing me this honour and her 101st birthday cake is on us See you next year Hilda Rebecca . . . with love x x 2009-8-23 19:55:40 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#47391 Bolehall Manor celebrate their 70th birthday this week and I was kindly asked to create a cake to mark the occasion. The clubs recently refurbished and its fabulous in there Glenda loved the cake and cupcakes and they all sang happy birthday to the club on saturday night ... HIP HIP HOORAY BOLEHALL MANOR Rebecca ... with love xx 2009-8-23 16:46:05 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#46742 In May I was asked to deliver a cake to County Durham Chanel Sweetie so we decided to stay over in the Yorkshire Dales on the way back rather than a complete day of driving. We found a fabulous BampB run by Steve and Julie and their two dogs Freddie amp Jimmy we loved it so much there we booked one of their self contained cottages and spent last week there with the kids. How fantastic The scenery is outstanding the cottage is beautiful and relaxing and Steve amp Julie are two warm and welcoming hosts. If you fancy some time in that area we would all highly recommend this place as a great base to explore and visit some of the most wonderful places .... Rebecca with love xxhttpwww.westclosefarmhouse.co.uk 2009-8-11 10:32:37 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#45446 I contacted Maisie Fantaisie owner May CleeCladman this week as I wanted to know whether she would be OK about me adding a link to her website. Im thrilled to say she was more than happy to agree If youve not already seen her site and youre looking ideas for your wedding cake I can now share with you her beautiful designs its one of my most favourite sites . . . . Rebecca with love xxwww.maisiefantaisie.co.uk 2009-7-23 16:03:14 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#45378 I was asked to create a cake for an employee who never finishes anything Half done quotes half done invoices half a job . . . . . . . . here you go Gary . . . . half a cake Finished in no time and with raptures of applause . . . another cake well done Well . . . . half done Happy Birthday Gary . . . . Rebecca with love xx 2009-7-22 13:55:26 http://www.cakesbyrebecca.net/page8.htm#45326 To those of you who know me youll know Im never lost for words So here you are my Blog page where I can tell you what Im up to where Im going to be what sites Im loving and most of all whats new in my world of cakes I hope youll visit often to keep updated and if you have anything exciting wonderful weird or absurd to tell the world to do with cakes of course let me know and we can blog it here . . . . . Rebecca with love xx 2009-7-21 16:33:12