tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36658850133706298802024-03-13T08:46:00.921-07:00Smiley's Sweets and CreationsSharing the fun and blessings of my life, my creations, and my joys.Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.comBlogger366125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-88925643998591537672014-05-14T18:48:00.003-07:002014-05-14T18:48:57.203-07:00Weekend 10...or 13 :) | Lisa Smiley Photography <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My other sites are under construction for some new and wonderful things, so I thought I'd come over here and post this fun little "Weekend 10" I am sharing along with <a href="http://mailewilson.com/blog/2014/5/12/weekend-10">Maile Wilson</a>. We had a fabulous weekend exploring Cazadero, Fort Ross and the Armstrong Redwoods. I could barely narrow it to 13, much less 10, so here ya go! Come on over and follow me at my <a href="http://www.lisasmileyphotography.com/">new site</a>, soon to be revamped and beautiful!Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-22722407223884031222012-01-14T22:54:00.000-08:002012-01-14T22:54:39.705-08:00Still Sweet! | Sacramento Photographer<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hey there, Sweet Readers! I am so glad you are here! As you may have noticed, I haven't been baking quite as much since I started my photography business full swing. I am loving photography as yet another wonderful and creative outlet. It's an amazing and rewarding job! I still do bake, and will hope to post here from time to time, and I would love for you to enjoy the images and sweets here from years past. As you check in, you may see some new creations, and I can't wait to hear what you think! In the meantime, be sure to check the sidebar for some of the favorites of readers and other blogs that have featured my goodies.<br />
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If you are so inclined to enjoy another type of beauty in photography, I'd love for you to visit me! You can find me on my photography website at <a href="http://www.lisasmileyphotography.com/">Lisa Smiley Photography</a>, at my <a href="http://lisasmileyphotography.blogspot.com/">blog</a>, and on my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lisa-Smiley-Photography/105071636209565">Facebook Photography page.</a> I would really love to meet you there, so please drop by, become a friend and say hi!<br />
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Thanks for checking in..stay tuned for more goodies and stay sweet! LisaLisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-88770129867524504392011-06-30T14:55:00.000-07:002011-06-30T14:55:07.538-07:00BabyQ Cupcakes {Sacramento and Santa Rosa Maternity & Newborn Photographer}<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Hello Sweet Readers! I know, it has been far too long since you have heard from me. I have baked, and I will show you some of it in the weeks to come, but regrettably, I didn't even get pictures of it all! Life has been busy and, as some of you know, my other part time job as a photographer takes up much of my baking time these days. However, my family will never do without, and I am still taking some orders here and there, so hopefully I can post more regularly. Thanks for being patient :)<br />
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So, here are some of the very yummy red velvet and cookies and cream cupcakes that I made for a baby shower last month. You can see more of the pictures <a href="http://lisasmileyphotography.blogspot.com/2011/06/babyq-waiting-for-baby-j-santa-rosa.html">here. </a>I made the toppers also, out of fondant, to match the theme of the party. They were sooo good! The cookies and cream are one of my favorites to date. <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-O6DppWSxl34/Tgwy0UYpC4I/AAAAAAAADoo/6xj-fjGLcoQ/s1600/1bbq9896w.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-O6DppWSxl34/Tgwy0UYpC4I/AAAAAAAADoo/6xj-fjGLcoQ/s640/1bbq9896w.jpg" width="438" /> </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks for stopping by! I hope you have a wonderful Holiday weekend!! </div>Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-57449671764781373542011-05-13T16:32:00.000-07:002011-05-13T16:32:58.213-07:00Las Vegas Cupcakery | Retro Bakery | A Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BcqMJTxzVhM/TcssinDjREI/AAAAAAAADfQ/6fq9uYtwRfc/s1600/1+retro+2+collage+w.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BcqMJTxzVhM/TcssinDjREI/AAAAAAAADfQ/6fq9uYtwRfc/s640/1+retro+2+collage+w.jpg" width="620" /></a></div>On our trip to Las Vegas a few weeks ago, I knew I had to stop by Retro Bakery. Since I started blogging, I have loved following them and their flavors always looked so yummy! I was rather surprised they were about 25 minutes from the Strip, but I have to say, it was worth it! The cupcakes were delicious! The bakery was cute, and the gals working there were very nice. I didn't get to meet the owners (see the photo of their adorable canvas below), but when I mentioned I came all the way from California, I was able to snag one of the Hop Scotch cupcakes that I was dying for! <br />
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So what did we get to try? Well, I wanted to try salted caramel crunch REALLY badly, but it was out and so was the milk and cookies :( But the other one on my list to try..probably first on my list was the Hop Scotch, which is a "Vanilla cake topped with vanilla buttercream dipped in butterscotch ganache" and their best selling cupcake. We also tried Mint Chocolate Chip, Maple Bacon and Sprinkled doughnut. <br />
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The second best to me was the Mint chocolate chip. Again, the cake was moist (as were they all...and that is a hugggeee thing for me). The buttercream was refreshing and just the right amount of mint. The maple bacon was good, but not crazy good. I like the idea and have always wanted to try such a cupcake. Inside, there was a sweet center with maple flavoring, which was good. The buttercream topped with the bacon bits was also flavorful and yummy. The only thing that didn't thrill me was the bits of bacon in the cupcake. Just didn't work for me, but I'm sure it can work for some.<br />
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The sprinkled doughnut was yummy. I love the idea and it really tasted like a doughnut. The sprinkles were fun for the kids and the ganache under it was perfect, but as you know, I love me my buttercream and there wasn't any on this one, so it came in fourth for me.<br />
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I am so glad I got to try <a href="http://www.retrobakerylv.com/">Retro Bakery</a> on our trip. Definitely make it a stop if you are in Vegas and treat yourself to some wonderfully moist and flavorful cupcakes! <br />
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Hope you are having a great week so far!Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-87760247499549923222011-04-12T13:36:00.000-07:002011-04-12T13:36:47.943-07:00Spring is Poppin' Up Good Things!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--OtLsa40KyQ/TaS2uG-9QAI/AAAAAAAADcc/kwbfIWyHsJA/s1600/1cakepopIMG_9110.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--OtLsa40KyQ/TaS2uG-9QAI/AAAAAAAADcc/kwbfIWyHsJA/s640/1cakepopIMG_9110.jpg" width="548" /></a></div> Happy Spring, Sweet Readers! I wanted to share my latest (in what has unfortunately become a rare experience these days) baking adventure. You have seen these here many many times in many forms, but I just loved the color of these little cupcake truffles (AKA cake pops). They are red velvet with some yummy vanilla cream cheese frosting. I just love the way the pink and purple go so well with the jewel tone sprinkles. They make me smile. Hope they do the same for you! <br />
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Hello Sweet Readers! We are going green in preparation for St. Patty's day! Here is one special Pistachio Irish Cream cupcake with a wee bit of green food coloring that I made for this special day last year. I topped it with green and white swirl vanilla buttercream, a fondant shamrock, and a fondant pot filled with coconut cream "gold" and gold sugar. I wanted to share this even though I didn't get a chance to bake them again this year..it was just too fun to resist!<br />
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Have a great St. Patty's day! Oh, and don't forget to check out the post below if you are interested in winning a free photo session with me. The drawing will take place Friday, March 18th, so get your entries in soon!Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-63479035608238338482011-03-08T13:47:00.000-08:002011-03-08T16:50:18.631-08:00New Website and Giveaway for You! {Sacramento Photographer}<span style="font-size: medium;">I am thrilled to announce that my new website is launching today! I can't wait for you all to see it and I hope that it answers questions, gives you inspiration, and motivates you to get those cherished images captu</span><span style="font-size: medium;">red! </span><br />
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This is so exciting for me and I want to share my excitement with you! So I am offering a giveaway as a special incentive for you to head on over to my website and check it out! I'd love to know what you think! What am I offering you a chance to win? <i style="color: #674ea7;">A free session with me!</i><br />
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And what do you have to do to enter this giveaway? <span style="color: #674ea7;">First</span>, please head on over to <a href="http://www.lisasmileyphotography.com/">my new website</a> (you can also access the website through the "website" tab above, or through the "info" section on my Facebook business page) and take a look around. There is lots of information for those of you who have been wondering what Lisa Smiley Photography is all about. There are examples of my work, tidbits about me and my philosophy and inspiration, and other fun goodies to share. Head over and browse on through it! <span style="color: #674ea7;">Then</span>, click on the link to my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#%21/pages/Lisa-Smiley-Photography/105071636209565">Facebook</a> business page and become a "liker",<i> leaving me a comment that you either are a new fan or a continuing fan</i>. If you would like to leave some love, feel free! <span style="color: #674ea7;">Lastly</span>, go to my photography blog, and leave some love, telling me that you have checked out my website, "liked" me on Facebook, and <i>what you would use your winning session with me for</i>. Do you want to capture your family? Your child alone and in the beauty of Spring? You as a couple? You are also welcomed to tell me what you liked most about the website. That's it! I will do a random drawing next week, so don't delay! Get your entry in soon! Only entries that have complied with the details above will be counted in the random drawing.<br />
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Thanks for your time and support! I can't wait to hear from you!<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: xx-small;">*The free session is valued at $150. If you win and you would like a newborn session or a session with more than four people, the $150 will be credited toward your session! The free session giveaway is for the session fee only. The session must take place before April 30, 2011. You may win if you are not in the Sacramento and surrounding areas, but you must be willing to travel to within 30 miles of Sacramento by April 30, 2011.</span></i>Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-8843640155813770332011-02-15T10:45:00.000-08:002011-02-15T10:45:17.019-08:00Happy Belated Valentine's Day!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BwlebBW1fpo/TVrIobu-_5I/AAAAAAAADR0/Q6GFjKsZzTo/s1600/chocolate+cake.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="442" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BwlebBW1fpo/TVrIobu-_5I/AAAAAAAADR0/Q6GFjKsZzTo/s640/chocolate+cake.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Hello Sweet Readers! I hope you all had a fabulous Valentine's Day!<br />
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For those of you who read "Wine Spectator", you may recognize this chocolate tart from the most recent issue. It was featured as one of a few decadent chocolate desserts for this month. How was it? OK. Why just OK? Well, to begin with, the recipe was WAY off. The crust made way to much and the filling made not only 3 times the size of the tart pan, but took about 4 times longer to cook...and that was just a third of it in the pan. I am sure they will be getting comments to the editor about this one. It was tasty in the end, but not really worth the frustration and effort that resulted from the inadequate recipe. So, it's pretty, but definitely wait for the new recipe they will undoubtedly be sending out!Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-15762765982841754682011-01-31T13:52:00.000-08:002011-01-31T13:52:43.655-08:00Chocolate Praline Cake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_X0CU9RhNuXc/TT99DXIqmDI/AAAAAAAADP8/RrgDDr8X10E/s1600/1+jan+25+pralane+choc+cake+w.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_X0CU9RhNuXc/TT99DXIqmDI/AAAAAAAADP8/RrgDDr8X10E/s640/1+jan+25+pralane+choc+cake+w.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Hello Sweet Readers!<br />
I went to a dental appointment last week and my hygienist recommended this cake. It's a chocolate praline cake. Sounded great so I gave it a whirl. It was tasty, but as a frosting gal, the addition of just a bit of sweetened whipped cream just didn't do it for me. Now, if you want to just eat the cake for breakfast, by all means, this is your go to, but for a die hard like myself, bring on the thick frosting...even over the pralines! I know some of you are stronger than I and can actually eat a cake without buttercream of some sort. More power to you - you would love this one, I'm sure! Happy Baking!<br />
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I did get to bake last week, though. It was my son's 10th birthday last Friday and I made him this dark chocolate three layer birthday cake. He has a loose theme from "How to Train Your Dragon", so I asked him to draw Toothless so I could attempt a hand cut out of the dragon with chocolate fondant. He was very pleased. It's rough, but he's a 10 year old who is easy to please in this way.<br />
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The cake was filled with raspberry puree sauce and delicious ganache. It was enjoyed by all. Personally, I could have had it a bit moister, but then, I am the one who is just a tad picky about my desserts. <br />
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Thanks for stopping by!<br />
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Thanks, Robyn, for the blog referral!Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-91318817443464386132010-12-06T21:21:00.000-08:002010-12-06T21:21:35.151-08:00I Heart Faces - Self Portrait<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_X0CU9RhNuXc/TP3EJumtNQI/AAAAAAAADHk/hhb9ZlGv9J0/s1600/ihf+self+portrait+challenge.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="516" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_X0CU9RhNuXc/TP3EJumtNQI/AAAAAAAADHk/hhb9ZlGv9J0/s640/ihf+self+portrait+challenge.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />
Ooh, this was a toughie. Though I am a photographer, I am not the biggest fan of pictures of myself...especially <i>taking</i> pictures of myself! So I guess you could say this really is a challenge for me :) I took this particular photo while taking the "finding your joy" workshop with Willette. I just like how the wind kicked up and blew my hair while this one shot. I also got a call while doing this little project. Hence, the phone open on speaker phone..ha ha. I am a multi-tasker through and through!<br />
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I wholeheartedly agree that we, as the photographers and most often times, the real record and memory keeper in the family, should make it a point to get ourselves in many photos. Our family needs to remember us when we are gone...and they will appreciate it. So I am getting better at handing my camera off to make sure I am in a photo or two at an event. It doesn't <i>always</i> happen, but I try!<br />
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<center><a href="http://www.iheartfaces.com/" mce_href="http://www.iheartfaces.com"><img mce_src="http://www.iheartfaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/I_Heart_Faces_noborder_125x100.jpg" src="http://www.iheartfaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/I_Heart_Faces_noborder_125x100.jpg" /></a></center>Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-59078044105623843962010-11-08T10:34:00.000-08:002010-11-08T10:34:29.294-08:00I Heart Faces - Orange!<center></center><center></center><center><div style="text-align: center;">The theme for this week’s <a href="http://iheartfaces.com/">I Heart Faces</a> challenge is “Orange.”</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_X0CU9RhNuXc/TNhBflwWYyI/AAAAAAAAC_k/61m_tdB4UeQ/s1600/1+jazzy_1498+w.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="446" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_X0CU9RhNuXc/TNhBflwWYyI/AAAAAAAAC_k/61m_tdB4UeQ/s640/1+jazzy_1498+w.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">I just had to include my favorite chair in this challenge! It has served me well...just love it! (Thanks to a wonderful neighbor who lets me steal it here and there!) The beautiful model also has a very gorgeous shade of red/orange that I think makes the photo pop, too! You can see more of it in <a href="http://lisasmileyphotography.blogspot.com/2010/10/jazzys-sneaky-sacramento-senior.html">this post from my photography blog!</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Be sure to stop by <a href="http://www.iheartfaces.com/2010/11/photography-contest-orange/">I Heart Faces</a> to see many more entries for “Orange”</div><a href="http://www.iheartfaces.com/" mce_href="http://www.iheartfaces.com"><img mce_src="http://www.iheartfaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/I_Heart_Faces_Photography_125.jpg" src="http://www.iheartfaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/I_Heart_Faces_Photography_125.jpg" /></a></center>Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-9470875738666116072010-10-29T21:28:00.000-07:002010-10-29T21:28:14.893-07:00Chocolate Raspberry Torte<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_X0CU9RhNuXc/TMud2Y9_M2I/AAAAAAAAC74/a7QJsW6V5G0/s1600/1+hearndon+2053.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_X0CU9RhNuXc/TMud2Y9_M2I/AAAAAAAAC74/a7QJsW6V5G0/s640/1+hearndon+2053.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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Last weekend, we went to a wonderful dinner party with some great friends. I was blessed to bring the dessert and here it is! I had to make this recipe when I saw it in "Cooks Illustrated" this month. And let me tell you, it was divine! It was rich, and moist and decadent. It consisted of two yummy torte layers with raspberry filling that were then drenched in ganache and toasted almonds. This recipe is a keeper...go try it! (and many thanks to my MIL for the subscription to this great cooking magazine...love it!)Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-72894169175414968352010-10-15T15:00:00.000-07:002010-10-15T15:00:51.691-07:00MSC: Snickerdoodle Cupcakes!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_X0CU9RhNuXc/TLjOFHSx-aI/AAAAAAAAC5s/QnDKwHCxk8Q/s1600/MSC+October+2010+Snickerdoodle.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="452" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_X0CU9RhNuXc/TLjOFHSx-aI/AAAAAAAAC5s/QnDKwHCxk8Q/s640/MSC+October+2010+Snickerdoodle.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Hello Sweet Readers!<br />
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Thanks for checking in today! I just finished the MSC of the month and wanted to post it asap so I didn't miss the day. These are snickerdoodle cupcakes. They are delicious. They are moist and light, with a cinnamon taste that is not too overpowering. I had to change the frosting that it called for though. She wanted us to pair it with 7 minute frosting, which is not a favorite, so instead I made some cinnamon cream cheese frosting. Delish! Sprinkled with some cinnamon sugar and we are good to go! They taste like fall...even if it is 90 degrees out!Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-28048011610803776092010-09-28T10:29:00.000-07:002010-09-28T10:29:34.214-07:00Sweet Litte Minis<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_X0CU9RhNuXc/TKIk1BvqvgI/AAAAAAAAC5M/bcDg0__R_Lg/s1600/IMG_7493.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
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Just wanted to pop in and share these sweet little cinnamon mini cupcakes I made last week to bring to a get together at church. They were delish and I just love the cuteness of the purple frosting and sprinkles! Thanks for stopping by!Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-82533202893734628542010-09-15T15:53:00.000-07:002010-09-15T15:53:23.549-07:00MSC: Cookies & Cream Cheescakes - not Cupcakes!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i931.photobucket.com/albums/ad158/smileyphotography/sweets/IMG_7482.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="442" src="http://i931.photobucket.com/albums/ad158/smileyphotography/sweets/IMG_7482.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i931.photobucket.com/albums/ad158/smileyphotography/sweets/IMG_7470.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://i931.photobucket.com/albums/ad158/smileyphotography/sweets/IMG_7470.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>Hello Sweet Readers! Here is this month's installment of the Martha Stewart Cupcake Club! And it's not even a cupcake. It's actually cookies and cream cheesecake, mounted on an oreo cookie! It is delicious and super fast to prepare. It got rave reviews from the family. I'm just wondering why she put it in the cupcake book. Just because you put something in a cupcake wrapper doesn't make it a cupcake..or does it? Hmm, it's a question to be pondered for the ages! :)<br />
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Hello faithful, sweet readers! Not only have I neglected your need for beautiful sweet postings, but I neglected my blog's own blogoversary! So sorry! I have been busy with my family, doing work over on the other side (<a href="http://lisasmileyphotography.blogspot.com/">My photography blog</a>), making some fun appearances ( <a href="http://www.news10.net/video/default.aspx?bctid=605535357001#/Recent+Videos/Fall+Photo+Tips/52821470001/52747302001/605535357001">Check it out!</a> ), and taking some neat courses and have not been able to post as much as usual. Heck, I haven't been able to bake as much as usual. I will try to keep them coming, I promise!<br />
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So here is a post with a birthday cake I made for a dear friend. It's red velvet, as requested, and I am happy to report that it was so cherished it was eaten again the very next day..for breakfast. I love those stories!<br />
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I guess we can call it a happy anniversary cake, too, since we all missed the blogoversary here. It's been 2 years!<br />
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So stay with me if can. I still bake and still love ya! (but if you care to see more of my other art, do visit me on my photography blog..I'd love to see some of you on the other side!)Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-28339451513482377412010-08-24T17:52:00.000-07:002010-08-24T17:52:37.096-07:00FREE Back to School Photo Session for your Child! Get your session booked now!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i931.photobucket.com/albums/ad158/smileyphotography/card%20designs/advertisement3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="438" src="http://i931.photobucket.com/albums/ad158/smileyphotography/card%20designs/advertisement3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="color: #783f04; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div style="color: #783f04; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I am pleased to announce a FREE</span></div><div style="color: #783f04; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Back to School and Welcome Fall Photo Shoot Opportunity!</span></div><div style="color: #783f04; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="color: #783f04; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Tired of the same old standard kid's school pictures with that horrible standard background and the forced smile that they take at school? We have the perfect solution! On two separate days in September<i>, </i></span></div><div style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Lisa Smiley Photography</i> and <i>It’s a Small World</i> Children’s designer wear boutique in Pavilions (502 Pavilions Lane, Sacramento) are pairing up to offer a FREE back to school photo session event so you won't be forced to buy those school pictures that don't capture the real essence and personality of your child. Babies and toddlers are welcome too! </span></div><div style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">So what do you have to do for the free session? Just spend $100 in the store and sign up for your free session!*</span></div><div style="color: blue; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="color: #783f04; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">It's a Small World has adorable clothing and goodies from newborn to size 12.</span></div><div style="color: #783f04; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Two dates are available September 10 &18.</span></div><div style="color: #783f04; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">I will be hosting the 15 minutes sessions from 10am-12pm , so be sure to make your purchase and get your session booked soon. They will fill up fast! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="color: #783f04; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Go by the store to set your appointment or call <span class="skype_pnh_print_container">916-213-6753</span><span class="skype_pnh_container" dir="ltr"><span class="skype_pnh_mark"> begin_of_the_skype_highlighting</span> <span class="skype_pnh_highlighting_inactive_common" dir="ltr" title="Call this phone number in United States of America with Skype: +19162136753"><span class="skype_pnh_left_span" skypeaction="skype_dropdown"> </span><span class="skype_pnh_dropart_span" skypeaction="skype_dropdown" title="Skype actions"><span class="skype_pnh_dropart_flag_span" skypeaction="skype_dropdown" style="background-position: -4499px 1px ! important;"> </span> </span><span class="skype_pnh_textarea_span"><span class="skype_pnh_text_span"> 916-213-6753</span></span><span class="skype_pnh_right_span"> </span></span> <span class="skype_pnh_mark">end_of_the_skype_highlighting</span></span> (or email me @ lisasmileyphotography@gmail.com) for more information!</span></div>Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-89642063411757818422010-08-22T17:07:00.000-07:002010-08-22T21:27:02.483-07:00BEE good! Happy Birthday to sweet K!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i931.photobucket.com/albums/ad158/smileyphotography/sweets/beecakejune2010w-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="500" src="http://i931.photobucket.com/albums/ad158/smileyphotography/sweets/beecakejune2010w-1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>I made this cute little cake for a good friend of mine's sweet baby K who turned one. She provided an invitation for me and I went with it. I love how it turned out! Now if only the little girl didn't steal all the cake's thunder! She was just too cute for words! Happy birthday K! <br />
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Have a great week, sweet readers!Lisa Smileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07009987520716249526noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3665885013370629880.post-4190243340450188992010-08-15T06:00:00.000-07:002010-08-15T06:00:01.175-07:00MSC: Triple Citrus Cupcakes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i931.photobucket.com/albums/ad158/smileyphotography/1AugustTripleCitrus_9197.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://i931.photobucket.com/albums/ad158/smileyphotography/1AugustTripleCitrus_9197.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><br />
Hello Sweet Readers! Here is the latest installment of the Martha Stewart Cupcake Club! This month's flavor was chosen by Marthe over at <a href="http://culinairydelights.blogspot.com/">Culinary Delights</a>.<br />
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I was excited to make these cupcakes. They sounded so refreshing and wonderful. However, I was not impressed. The recipe was a bit strange in that it took 9 whole eggs for just a single batch! When the cuppies where done, they tasted a bit dense, were a bit dry, and were not as refreshing as I would have expected. The reviews from the family were just so-so. The glaze was nice with them. It was just a basic lime glaze, though, not your normal yummy buttercream. I won't make these again, but there are many more to try!<br />
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You can check out Marthe's review at the link above and the other club members at <a href="http://mscclub.blogspot.com/">the official MSC site</a> and see what they thought of this recipe. <br />
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