PHOTO USE
Hi! Can I use your photos?
Yes, no, and maybe so.
Yes, if you're sharing, mentioning, or spotlighting our photos online, please give the correct credit: "A Baked Creation, www.abakedcreation.com" That's all you have to do online. Just link back to us so that your readers know where the photo source is from.
No, if you are trying to promote your own bakery, store, or shop. Please do not use our photos and claim you sell them. That is quite dishonest to your customers! All images and content on this site are the sole property of A Baked Creation and may not be used or copied without our express consent.
Maybe so, if you ask us nicely, we will be nice back. We appreciate people who take time to ask.
PHOTO COLLAGE
How do you make your photo collages?
Two ways! And the best part? They are both free!
First, you can download Google Picasa onto your computer. This is a free photo editing program from Google that I use. It helps organize my photos and provides easy album uploads. One of the creative components about this program is the collage. You can create picture piles, frame style, grids, contact sheets, and multiple exposure. I generally stick to the mosaic style for my collages.
Second, I use Picnik on my web browser. You don't have to download this program, so you can use this on any computer. It is simple and easy to use. Upload your photo, edit, and create simple collages with their grids.
CUPCAKE BAKING CUPS
What kind of cupcake baking cups do you use?
First, we've seen a lot of people use the Wilton nut & party cups to bake in. These are coated with wax on the inside and are not meant for baking. So please don't use them.
We use paper portion cups to bake in. They are also called paper soufflé cups. If you have ever gotten food samples from grocery stores, festivals, or outdoor events, those pleated cups are what we're using.
What brand are they?
Brands that sell these cups are Solo and Genpak. There are probably more if you did a search, but these are two of the main companies we found.
What size do you use to bake cupcakes?
For the regular cupcakes, we use the 3 1/4 oz to bake in. For mini cupcakes, we use the cute little 1 oz.
What are some advantages to baking in these baking cups?
We think they look good, they stand for themselves, and they cater to different eaters. If you don't have a big oven, you can line up all these cups on a baking tray instead of restricting yourself to baking the usual dozen.
How do you eat the cupcake in these baking cups?
Well! There can't be a wrong way to eat a cupcake! Some may want to use a spoon, fork, or spork and eat the cupcakes out of the cup that way. This method is less messy. The other way is to pull the pleats apart. The cups unfold if you tug at the sides. We have photos here if you want to see how to free your cupcake. Or, before baking, you can cut a tiny tear on the edge of the cup. That way, it can easily be pulled apart.
FONDANT
What do you use to decorate your cupcakes?
We use rolled fondant to decorate most of our cupcakes. It is basically an edible, sweet dough. Fondant is perfect for creating smooth surfaces, sculptures, and decorations.
Do you make your own fondant?
No, we don't make our own fondant, although you can! We purchase our fondant because we find it easy to work with and it has a good consistency. The brand we use is called Satin Ice.
LOCATION
Where are you located?
We blog from home in Toronto, Ontario.
Where is your bakery?
We don't have a bakery. I'm just crazy about baked goods!
MEDIA
Do you do reviews?
Sometimes. It depends on the product. Feel free to contact us to see if we're interested. Please note that I will state that the product was supplied by you in my review. I also don't guarantee a positive review nor will I be able to have it done within a week. I will do my best with the free time I have after my full-time job.
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