Snakes Alive!

At the end of July we celebrated my son's 6th birthday. After much thought Isaac decided a snake themed birthday would be just perfect. Thankfully my fairly newly acquired love for novelty cakes jumped at the challenge and between the sculpting and covering talents of yours truly and the handpainting talents of Alison we created this realistic looking snake for one very special little man.
I was really pleased in particular with the snake's face. For those interested in cake decorating this cake was started with two 10" square mudcakes that were cut and carved in portions to create the shape. Of course ganached and then covered with a thin layer of fondant and textured prior to painting.

The party featured snakes and reptiles (a huge thanks to Bushman Bob who teaches with my husband). I decided to brave my incredible fear of snakes and hold this very large Diamond Python. Thankfully for me it was long enough that I could insist that the head of the snake remain at a very safe distance (yes I know they are not dangerous but they still freak me out). In all honesty the fear was overwhelming but I must say I bravely held it just long enough to take a quick photo. The skin felt amazing and the actual feeling of the muscles moving was incredibly powerful.

Til next time,

Belinda

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Blue Mountains children's birthday cakes