Graduation

My son graduated from high school this week. We had a wonderful family party on the weekend for him. I made him this chocolate cake shaped in a grad cap. It was a hit.

Summer Blooms

I designed this one of a kind clutch for a bride who will be getting married in Turks and Caicos. The clutch is made from a beautiful creamy white bridal satin. The bouquet of white and cream flowers are handmade and accented with Swarovski crystals and organza leaves. I love to design these bouquet bags because each one is entirely different from the next. Every bride needs a custom piece for their one of a kind day.

A Visit to Chicago

Chicago is a beautiful city with it's mix of old and new architecture. There is lots to see and do in this wonderful city. It was our first visit to the windy city and yes it was windy and cold!

We took the architectural boat cruise along the river and saw some great buildings. One of my favourites was the Carbon and Carbide building. It was built in the 1920's. Some say it was inspired by a champagne bottle. What made it so unique was it's greenish, grey colour and gold top. An example of the 1920's art deco movement. It now houses the Hard Rock Hotel.

The trains make their way around the city, snaking over the streets.

This is part of the gorgeous Wrigley Building.

On Saturday we took in the famous Chicago Blues Festival at Grant Park where we listened to some great bands.

This was the Duwayne Burnside Band, who were from Mississippi.