Brown and white cake
Last week was a very busy week. I was out of state for three days and I was in the process of making two cakes. I was basically an owl for the whole week. I actually went to Panguitch, Utah, thanks to Tita Mary for the nice cabin–it was a lot of fun and lots of sleepless nights due to the freezing temperature. It is in a remote area so if you haven’t been to Panguitch, this is definitely a place for peace and serenity.
As of the cake, here it is.

Nope, no one is getting married this fall–it is actually my mom’s birthday cake. My mom is such a very special person. She was there for me through thick and thin (literally), she is very supportive and her efforts are outstanding. To reward her, I made this cake.

I was inspired by Ron Ben Israel with this cake. Of course, I gave my own little twist, but thanks a to Ron, he is such an inspiration. The flowers are all handmade from sugar except for the four petal flower of which I bought. The flowers are extremely time consuming, it took me at least 12 hours to make all of them. For the fondant, I used my ultimate favorite, Jennifer Dontz’s and also used Dark Chocolate Satin Ice and Fondx. I used an impression mat to imprint the design on the lace and individually cut it out by hand. The pendant is molded out of sugar and the white accents are painted with luster dust to give it a nice sheen.
Happy Birthday Mama!
Thanks to Marian of Sweetopia for my blog ideas.



















1. Nivia91
October 28th, 2009
My friend you are just amazing. You are in the cathegory of the best cake decorators, not only on youtube but I would even say around the world. I am not being nice, I am being very truthful
I am amazed by your talent. Congratulations!
2. Bluehue
October 28th, 2009
I just had to come read about this truely beautiful cake – Supurb in every way. You surely rise above others….
Thankyou for sharing this cake on CC and then allowing me to come read about it here.
Admired from afar.
Bluehue x
3. zoom yummy
October 28th, 2009
Your cake is amazing! Woooooooow! I just wonder how long it takes to create something like this? Looking forward to your next posts!
4. Gala
October 28th, 2009
You made that?? Wow that is amazing!
5. Jessica @ How Sweet It Is
October 28th, 2009
That is an absolutely breath taking cake. There aren’t even words.
6. tatorchip
October 28th, 2009
Rylan, love your new cake, it is remarkable and so are you
7. Amy
October 28th, 2009
Truly a work of Art!!! I also love the colors.
8. Sues
October 28th, 2009
First of all, your mom is SO lucky. And second of all, you are INCREDIBLY talented. This is seriously one of the more beautiful cakes I’ve ever seen
9. Jeannette
October 28th, 2009
i wish i had half the talent that you have in your pinky finger!! this is amazing and i must learn how to do this one day!!
10. Rylan
October 28th, 2009
Thank you for all your kind words everyone!
11. jane
October 28th, 2009
absolutely stunning…I can’t get over your cakes…they’re all perfect!!!What a wonderful gift!
12. Katrina
October 28th, 2009
Gorgeous! Beautiful work. Such a talent I do not have!
13. April Marie- Girl Japan
October 28th, 2009
I am SO happy you commented on my blog, now I have found you, and what a terrific blog you have.
14. TheGspotnyc
October 29th, 2009
One lucky Mama!
nice job Rylan!
15. Wendy
October 29th, 2009
Wow! Great looking cake.
16. letsgetcaking
October 29th, 2009
Gorgeous cake, Rylan. I think you must have incredible patience to include so much detail and to ensure the level of perfection that you do. Maybe someday I’ll be able to purchase a Rylan original. Hey, a girl can dream, can’t she?
17. Elizabeth Strehl
October 29th, 2009
Gorgeous! It’s amazing that you’ve taught yourself how to do this…
18. tequilasunrise
October 29th, 2009
what a beauty! i’ll drink to that!
19. Natasha - 5 Star Foodie
October 29th, 2009
Wow, the cake is absolutely stunning!
20. susan from food blogga
October 29th, 2009
That is most striking b-day cake I have ever seen. You are remarkably talented.
21. Angie@Angie's Recipes
October 29th, 2009
I am speechless! Spectacular!
How did you make the flower look so vivid!!
22. peachkins
October 30th, 2009
This is a very elegant cake! I believe its my first time here on your blog and I enjoyed browsing. Thanks for visiting mine.
Nice to meet you.
23. the caked crusader
October 30th, 2009
Wow. I’m not sure what to say as your cake is soooooo stunning. Just the flowers alone are awesome but those perfect, clean tiers are out of this world.
24. Hummingbird Appetite
October 30th, 2009
I wish you made my wedding cake! Your cake is so beautiful! How sweet that it’s for your mom.
25. Jessica Lee Binder
October 30th, 2009
Wow, that is an amazing cake. I love the color choices for the topper.
26. JGMB
October 30th, 2009
Wow, that is absolutely incredibly, Rylan!!! I might start expecting my son to make me birthday cakes like that
27. Kim
October 30th, 2009
What a gorgeous cake. Your mom is super lucky.
28. OysterCulture
October 30th, 2009
I cannot believe your blog is less than a month old. Its very well done and I look forward to seeing more of what you post. The cakes are simply fantastic.
29. cickan-piece of cake
October 30th, 2009
Thank you so much for the nice comment in my blog! After checking out your blog I’m speachless!
WOW! Your cakes are just spectacular! So beautiful! I can’t wait to see more of your cakes…
30. Teresa Camilleri
October 30th, 2009
Everyone who has commented before me has said it all .. but cant leave this site without at least acknowledging your work… just amazing! Well done!!!
31. Barabara Bakes
October 30th, 2009
This cake is extraordinary! You are so talented! Your mom is going to love it!
32. Doug
October 30th, 2009
OMG — a work of true elegance and beauty with flawless execution! YDG! RG!
33. Minette
October 30th, 2009
Beautiful, beautiful cake!!!! Your fondant work is so clean and I love the design. What a wonderful gift…I’m sure your mother was thrilled.
34. kellypea
October 30th, 2009
Well this is one of the most beautiful things I think I’ve seen. I’m in complete awe! Wow.
35. rebecca
October 30th, 2009
oh wow what a cake great job
36. Clau!
October 31st, 2009
Hi!
Thanks for your nice comment in my blog, actually each post is written in both lenguages, english is in different color that spanish text
Wow! That cake is amazing, nice work!
Saludos,
Clau!
37. zarpandit
October 31st, 2009
your cakes look awesome! can u teach me? pls
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ps: translate is right around the corner
38. zarpandit
October 31st, 2009
is there anything i can help with blogger pls tell.. but I must say See that you have a great blog design
39. nora@ffr
October 31st, 2009
wow!!m sooo amazed!! this is just beyond impressive!! keep up the great work!!
cheers!!
40. Palidor
October 31st, 2009
Happy birthday to your mom! Wow, that is one amazing cake! I’m sure she loved it.
41. Tracy @ Sugarcrafter
October 31st, 2009
Gorgeous!!
42. Tangled Noodle
October 31st, 2009
What a marvelous, gorgeous gift for your mother! I’m sure that seeing your incredible talent is a great source of pride to her. I can’t wait to see more of your artistry!
43. Donatella
October 31st, 2009
Spectacular cake ….and STUNNING FLOWERS!!!
You did a fantastic job on it!!
Lucky mom!!
44. janean
November 1st, 2009
That is one of the most spectacular cakes I’ve seen! Good taste and tasty too. Yay!
45. helene
November 2nd, 2009
This cake is amazing!!! I love it!
46. Velva
November 2nd, 2009
This brown/white cake is stunning. The cake reflects your effort and the love you have for your mom. This is just beautiful.
P.S. I am not sure I would do well in a remote cabin freezing.
47. matilda
November 2nd, 2009
OMG!!!!!!! Amazing!
48. Amanda
November 2nd, 2009
WOW – that is absolutely amazing!
49. Reeni
November 2nd, 2009
What an incredibly beautiful cake! And so sweet that it is for your Mom!
50. anncoo
November 2nd, 2009
WOW! I’m speechless 0*0 SOooo beautifully done. I must learn from you. I’m going to follow your site which I don’t to miss your posting.
51. Yummy
November 2nd, 2009
Wow …. the cake is so beautiful!!
52. Yummy
November 2nd, 2009
Lovely cake …
53. Mimi
November 2nd, 2009
Absolutely stunning cake. I’m sure your mom was delighted.
Mimi
54. Melody@Sweet&SaucyShop
November 2nd, 2009
Just checked out your site for the first time and am stunned! What a gorgeous cake!
55. Monica H
November 2nd, 2009
What a beautiful cake and a lucky mom. Happy birthday to her!
Thanks for stopping by my blog.
56. lindalou
November 3rd, 2009
Not sure how you found my blog, but I’m so glad you did. That cake is beyond words. Such talent. I am quite literally speechless. Please visit when you can. I know I’ll be back to visit you.
57. Rylan
November 3rd, 2009
Once again, THANK YOU everyone for the kind words.
Thanks for visiting!
58. Colargol
November 6th, 2009
Wonderful, I love it. Such Talent !!
59. Jacque Hutson
November 6th, 2009
Oh my goodness, that is stunning! Love the black and white together… very classy.
Speaking of Jennifer, I’m excited I will be attending one of her gumpaste flower classes in two weeks. Yeah! She’s awesome, isn’t she?
60. Peanut butter bliss
November 7th, 2009
oh my goodness that is such a talented friend. thats more like artwork!!
61. pierre
November 7th, 2009
hi Rylan and hello to Vegas !!!
I have posted a new recipe if you want to play I have created an apple swing !!!! you are welcome to visit me !! cheers from Pierre from Paris France
62. Leo
November 7th, 2009
Provar hur det ser ut
63. Karen
November 9th, 2009
You are *very* talented… these cakes are absolutely beautiful!
64. Sarah Bell
November 22nd, 2009
Wow, your cakes are amazing. I haven’t ben doing cakes that long but I’m aiming to get to your standard
65. Jennifer W
November 23rd, 2009
Beautiful cake- I LOVE those sugar flowers, they are perfect!
66. Dhanya
November 23rd, 2009
Thank you so much for stopping by my blog. You have an awesome space. The Cake looks Amazing,you are very talented
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67. Kelly
December 1st, 2009
You make this flowers “cakeboy”? and tell me something like -”awesome talk about scupting skills” hahaha Im really glad for your comment ,but you make gorgeousamazingincredibles flowers !!! And i love the thanksgiven cake too!
68. Heathers cakes
December 2nd, 2009
That is so beautiful and modern, I love the way the whole thing has been dressed and with that skirt at the bottom. Top notch modern design!
69. Anitha
December 2nd, 2009
Wow, your cakes are fabulous!! Such elegance in each design, I am absolutely speechless……
70. Rosa
March 17th, 2010
So classy and perfect!
Cheers,
Rosa
71. Christopher
April 27th, 2010
You make this flowers “cakeboy”? and tell me something like -”awesome talk about scupting skills” hahaha Im really glad for your comment ,but you make gorgeousamazingincredibles flowers !!! And i love the thanksgiven cake too!
72. Don
April 27th, 2010
Thank you so much for stopping by my blog. You have an awesome space. The Cake looks Amazing,you are very talented
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