are you ready? Are you ready for my market review?
My report is this. I had a really postive and exciting meeting, I got to see my peeps, and I got to meet a few people that I was excited to finally meet, and I took one picture in the actual convention center. It was fun to not really have any obligations, because Castle Peeps is still on paper, so I didn't have any last minute sewing to do...
picture: me, Myrinda (fabrichound), and Kim (True-Up)
Here is what I did get a picture of. Elizabeth and Pam drove all the way from California, and were woeful because they hadn't seen an armadillo, so I (with some inspiration from my Mom) decided to make them an armadillo. A red velvet armadillo.
It was my first time working with fondant. It's weird! But I could see myself using it again.
It was very red, and a little startling.
I don't eat meat, but I do eat cake.
more to come soon!
I liked the cake much better before I saw the blood red inside of his tail. Poor dear! Very creative!
Posted by: wishes, true and kind | October 14, 2009 at 10:44 PM
meatcake!
miss you :)
Posted by: ariel | October 14, 2009 at 11:51 PM
That's one awesome cake! Looks like it was yummy too. I'm glad you had a bit of fun at market.
Posted by: Joan | October 15, 2009 at 12:02 AM
ahhh! I hate armadillos but love this cake!
Posted by: sarah | October 15, 2009 at 04:39 AM
wow!! thats insane looking! Why does it not surprise me that something you haven't done before turns out great!
Posted by: amanda green | October 15, 2009 at 07:47 AM
Holy armadillo, that is one awesome cake. It's amazing what you can create with fondant! Nice work!
Posted by: Lucie | October 15, 2009 at 07:57 AM
I saw this on someone elses blog and thought it was so cool - looks delish!! So glad you had a good time - can't wait to see more pics!
Posted by: Heather | October 15, 2009 at 08:29 AM
I got weepy when Pam showed me what you did. Your talent and sweetness is so bountiful. And blood and guts red velvet is the icing on the cake. Or fondant.
Posted by: happy zombie | October 15, 2009 at 09:12 AM
The armadillo cake was the most fun, quirky thing from everything I read about market!! Too funny and fun. Keep it up!
Posted by: Mary on Lake Pulaski | October 15, 2009 at 09:15 AM
I still can't get over it. You're too sweet and kind and thoughtful and I could get weepy thinking about it again. xo
Posted by: pam | October 15, 2009 at 09:44 AM
You forgot to mention how delicious it was! It really was yummy and I'm so glad to have had a slice. Have you considered doing a line of armadillo fabric? Just saying.
Posted by: Jona | October 15, 2009 at 11:05 AM
Wasn't the groom's cake in "Steel Magnolias" a red velvet armadillo? AWESOME!
Posted by: Beth | October 15, 2009 at 11:13 AM
Cute & creative critter cake, Lizzy!
Posted by: BJ Lantz | October 15, 2009 at 11:14 AM
Having grown up in Texas and seeing my fair share of armadillos squashed on the side of the road, your armadillo cake is hilarious!! Must remember to do the same thing with a deer for my hubby's birthday next year.
Posted by: Dana | October 15, 2009 at 12:28 PM
Gross out 2000!
Posted by: Mal | October 16, 2009 at 08:16 AM
you are very talented in everything you do lizzy! :) even cakes!
Posted by: Megan | October 16, 2009 at 09:55 AM
Great cake! I heard about it from Myrinda and am bummed I did not get to see it in person but the pics are fabulous. It was great to meet you and your mom! You are both so sweet and talented and I hope to see you both at Houston next year.
Posted by: Mary | October 17, 2009 at 10:02 AM
Hi! It was great to meet you at market..well it was sample spree...and a bit overwhelming. The cake was awesome!
Posted by: Vickie E | October 17, 2009 at 06:07 PM
I love Kim's dress here! I have some of that same fabric set aside to make something clothing-wise...hm, wonder what.
Posted by: mjb | October 19, 2009 at 10:32 AM
This cake is famous! I can't tell you how many other blogs I've seen it on! :) Such a sweet thing for you to do!
Posted by: Erica K | October 19, 2009 at 01:23 PM