Blog Archives for tag Gympie
Cake Inspiration – Fresh Fruit & Chocolate Ganache
. Refreshing strawberries, blueberries, kiwi fruit… Luxurious dark chocolate ganache… Mouth-watering mud cake… Every time I make one of these… Continue reading »
Romantic Cascading Roses {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake}
. Rainbow Beach… it’s one of the most beautiful places to be married, wouldn’t you agree? Kirsty & Andrew certainly… Continue reading »
Carrot Cake for Caite’s 21st Celebrations
. Kingston House Impressions, a beloved Gympie venue, was host to Caite’s 21st birthday celebrations! This yummy cake was gluten… Continue reading »
The Love Boat – combined 50th birthday & 30th wedding anniversary cake
. Darren and Andrea wanted to celebrate some special milestones with one very fun cake. This two tier cake is… Continue reading »
A little taste of 2020…
During the unforgettable year of 2020 you may have noticed that like some of my colleagues in the wedding industry,… Continue reading »
Little Mister 2nd Birthday Cake
. A short post today to share this cute ‘Little Mister’ themed birthday cake. It has been a pleasure to… Continue reading »
Ash & Rob’s Semi-Naked Montville Wedding Cake {with Photography by Rikki Lancaster}
Gorgeous couple Ash & Rob were married in October last year at amazing venue, The Chapel, Montville. If you… Continue reading »
First birthdays are so special!
The title says it all – first birthdays really are so special! I love being able to help families… Continue reading »
All you need is love…and dessert
Gorgeous Lauren and Jordan were married in May last year. Despite some serious wet weather in the lead up… Continue reading »
Handmade Candy Easter Egg Stockists 2018
Handmade candy Easter eggs are now out in the stores and come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colours,… Continue reading »
On Cloud 9 at Pier 11 {Noosa Wedding}
Sarah & Aaron celebrated their marriage in spring last year at Pier 11, Noosa Marina. I met with this… Continue reading »
Golden Debutante Ball Celebration Cake 2017
The 2017 Golden Debutante Ball was held on August 18th at the Gympie Civic Centre, with 15 lovely young… Continue reading »
Celebrating 40 years of love and marriage
On 23rd April 1977 I had the honour of being a bridesmaid at my sister’s wedding in Gympie. My… Continue reading »
A couple as adorable as their sweet cake toppers {Twin Waters Wedding Cake}
I love meeting my customers! Hearing their stories and sharing in their excitement in person is wonderful, particularly as most… Continue reading »
Celebrating special milestones {60th birthday cakes}
One of the great things about my job is being able to help people celebrate special milestones in life…with… Continue reading »
You’re My Greatest Adventure {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake}
‘You’re My Greatest Adventure’ – what a lovely way to look at a partnership or marriage! Ben &… Continue reading »
Erin & Nick’s Dreamy Brisbane Wedding Cake {with Bird and Boy Photography}
I had the great pleasure of making a gluten and lactose free wedding cake for two incredibly kind and… Continue reading »
New Year, New Beginnings {Baby Shower Cake}
Another year is ready to unfold – welcome to 2017! The arrival of a new baby also brings new… Continue reading »
Jess & Rob – Topiaries at Beaumont {Samford Valley wedding cake}
Jess & Rob were married in winter this year at Topiaries at Beaumont overlooking the Samford Valley, just north of… Continue reading »
A Winter Wedding at Tiffany’s {Maleny Wedding Cake}
Nicky Stone of Pomegranate Photography has once again created a magical collection of images to tell the story of… Continue reading »
Cherry Blossoms at Rainbow Shores {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake}
It was my pleasure to make Bec & Matthew’s wedding cake last year. I traveled to Rainbow Shores Resort… Continue reading »
A dream wedding day with Dreamlife Photos & Video
A very big thank you to Dreamlife Photos & Video (Brisbane) for the images in today’s post! The photographs… Continue reading »
James & Mel’s wedding cake at Kingston House Impressions
James & Mel were married in April this year and held their reception at Kingston House Impressions in Gympie…. Continue reading »
Sunflowers and ruffles at Pie Creek Hall
Surrounded by family and friends, Amber and Bill celebrated the beginning of their journey as, ‘Mr & Mrs’ with… Continue reading »
Mel & Tristan’s Gympie wedding cake
Mel and Tristan were married in Gympie earlier this year. Their reception was held at popular local wedding venue,… Continue reading »
Modern or traditional cake design? Why not both! {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake}
It is always a pleasure to deliver wedding cakes to beautiful Rainbow Beach! The cake I have to share… Continue reading »
‘After Easter’ – Happy Easter 2016
There’s one phrase that is said more often than any other in my family – ‘After Easter’. Each of my… Continue reading »
Sarah & Troy’s Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake & Cupcakes
Sarah & Troy were married at Rainbow Beach last May and chose Rainbow Shores as their reception venue. It… Continue reading »
New Year’s Eve Elopement at Montville Lake Terrace
. My last wedding cake for 2015 travelled to the exquisite Montville Lake Terrace in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland for… Continue reading »
Keeping busy with candy Easter eggs
Amongst making cakes for weddings, birthdays, and other special celebrations, I am always very busy at this time of… Continue reading »
First birthday farmyard fun {Birthday cakes Gympie}
It was my pleasure to make Levi’s first birthday cake last year! The design is not one of my… Continue reading »
Celebrating a new year of cakes, confectionery, and candy Easter eggs
It is time once again to begin a new calendar year! As in 2014, I had the pleasure of… Continue reading »
Croquembouche –a popular alternative for contemporary Australian wedding cakes
Croquembouches are the traditional French wedding cake and remain a popular alternative to a tiered fondant- or buttercream-iced wedding… Continue reading »
A sunny spring day for Belinda & Edward {Hervey Bay wedding cake}
Belinda & Edward were married at the Hervey Bay Historical Village and Museum on a sunny spring day last… Continue reading »
Cake for Dessert at Weddings at Tiffany’s {Maleny Wedding Cake}
The Sunshine Coast Hinterland is home to a number of exquisite wedding venues. Among them is Weddings at Tiffany’s…. Continue reading »
Rustic buttercream, fresh flowers, and kind words {Montville Wedding Cake}
I am so grateful to work with amazing people who truly make my job a dream. Sharleen organised her… Continue reading »
Dark chocolate + strawberries = the perfect match! {Celebration cakes Gympie}
Fresh fruit and chocolate…is there a better combination when it comes to cake? Rich dark chocolate, accompanied by the… Continue reading »
Charis & Sebastian’s Aussie World wedding cake with Shane Shepherd Photography
Charis and Sebastian are one of the sweetest couples I have had the pleasure of working with! They celebrated… Continue reading »
Four tiers of red and white {Gympie wedding cake}
What’s red and white and delicious all over? Tasha and Blake’s four tier wedding cake, of course! The happy… Continue reading »
What has 32 tentacles and 8 delicious flavours?
Four candy octopuses! No, I haven’t started selling seafood, and it’s certainly not time for Easter eggs to be… Continue reading »
Two lovebirds, one love story {Gympie wedding cake}
Michelle and Anthony married last month, with their wedding held at Gunabul Homestead in Gympie. While I didn’t meet… Continue reading »
Celebrating the new Mr & Mrs {Fraser Island Wedding Cake}
Bec & Sam were married on the Sunset Beach at beautiful Fraser Island last year, with their reception held… Continue reading »
The best is yet to come {Twin Waters Golf Club engagement cake}
Amy & Duncan recently celebrated their engagement with family and friends at the beautiful Twin Waters Golf Club! It… Continue reading »
Beautiful butterflies and the greatest compliment for a cake decorator {Mothar Mountain/Gympie wedding cake}
I received a huge compliment earlier this year at the Mothar Mountain Hall, located just south of Gympie. Usually… Continue reading »
Hydrangeas, roses, and pink ombre ruffles {Fraser Island wedding cake}
It was my great honour to create Chris and Xuru’s wedding cake for their Fraser Island wedding earlier this… Continue reading »
Vegan Wedding Cake at Summergrove Estate {Carool/Tweed Hinterland Wedding Cake}
The first of my April wedding cakes this year travelled to the exquisite Summergrove Estate wedding venue, located at… Continue reading »
Glittering gold on a perfect summer’s day {Rainbow Beach wedding cake}
Rainbow Beach is such a great location to be married, and held a special significance for beautiful bride, Jackie and… Continue reading »
Candy eggs versus sugar eggs – is there a difference? {Handmade candy Easter eggs Australia}
Bonnie’s Cakes & Kandies is the home of traditional, handmade candy Easter eggs. Each year, I make thousands of… Continue reading »
Keeping Easter traditions and memories alive with handmade candy Easter eggs
With Easter just days away, I am delighted to be receiving notes already from happy customers who have discovered… Continue reading »
Sweetest romance at the Boomerang Farm {Queensland Brides Real Wedding feature}
It was my absolute pleasure to create Shai & Brock’s very tall, two tier ruffle cake for their May wedding… Continue reading »
Twin Waters Wedding Cake with Tara Lee Photography
Lorrae and Adam were married on a beautiful autumn day at Novotel Twin Waters Resort on the Sunshine Coast,… Continue reading »
A romantic blend of modern and classic style {Gympie wedding cake}
May was an incredibly busy month at Bonnie’s Cakes & Kandies last year! I not only had the pleasure… Continue reading »
Three tiers of black and white elegance {Maleny wedding cake}
I know I’ve said it many times before, but I just love square cakes. Don’t get me wrong –… Continue reading »
Classic roses, ribbon and lace with a personal touch {Gympie/Kia Ora wedding cake}
Lisa and Ashley were married in the presence of family and friends at the Silky Oak Tea Gardens in… Continue reading »
Pretty purple butterflies for a Gympie wedding cake
The cake that I am featuring today was made for a Gympie wedding in January a few years ago…. Continue reading »
In love with love – blue ombre hearts at Rainbow Shores {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cakes}
Eva and Mathew were married at Rainbow Beach in November last year. With their wedding reception held at Rainbow… Continue reading »
Here’s to another great year of wedding cakes and candy Easter eggs!
I know it seems like we say this every year, but didn’t the past year just fly? I hope… Continue reading »
Ivory and purple roses for a summer wedding at Maleny Manor {Maleny Wedding Cake}
Earlier this month, a beautiful bride and her groom celebrated their wedding at the prestigious Maleny Manor in the… Continue reading »
Spring wedding at Maleny House of Laurels {Maleny Wedding Cake}
Maleny + spring wedding + romantic ruffles. If you’re not already thinking, ‘magic’, you soon will be! Brendan and Lorina… Continue reading »
Beauty, romance, and Brian G Photography {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake}
I sometimes wonder if the couples that choose me to make their wedding cakes could possibly be any sweeter, any… Continue reading »
Traditional elegance with a dark side! {Gympie Wedding Cake}
Last year I recreated a half-and-half wedding cake design for a Gold Coast wedding. I really enjoyed the style,… Continue reading »
Love is sweet in the city {Brisbane Wedding Cake}
Right at the top of Brisbane’s Hotel Urban on Wickham Terrace you will find, ‘The Loft’, a modern space… Continue reading »
A 30th, an 80th, and a whole lot of yum! {Mooloolaba birthday cakes}
I recently had the pleasure of making two special birthday cakes for celebrations in Mooloolaba. One of the cakes… Continue reading »
Romantic Autumn Wedding at Rainbow Beach
In March this year I was excited to create a wedding cake for one of the loveliest brides I… Continue reading »
Navy blue and white for a North Queensland winter wedding {Hughenden wedding cake}
The cake I am featuring today was inspired by one of my most memorable wedding cakes from last year. After… Continue reading »
A sunrise beach wedding with a breakfast reception {Noosa Wedding Cake}
I am delighted to share with you today a gorgeous photograph from Lindy Photography (thanks Lindy!) of one of my… Continue reading »
A sweet gluten free cake for a 30th birthday celebration
With a growing number of wedding cakes waiting to be shared on the blog, I have decided instead to… Continue reading »
Tiger stripes for a fun 40th birthday cake
One very lucky lady celebrated her 40th birthday in style earlier this year, with a special birthday cake organised… Continue reading »
Owls, cherry blossoms, and pinwheels {Brisbane Wedding Cake with Michelle Schulga Photographer}
In May this year my daughter Sarah and her husband Michael invited family and close friends to join them… Continue reading »
A cake as pretty as a picture by Mitchell J Carlin Wedding Photographer
I adore seeing professional images of my cakes! Thank you to Shai & Brock – the gorgeous bride and… Continue reading »
Croquembouche Tower and Coconut Mud on the Waterfront {Noosa Wedding Cakes}
Congratulations to Kelli & Jacob who were married on a beautiful Wednesday in Autumn this year. I supplied two… Continue reading »
Romantic Ruffles at Rainbow Shores {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake with Milque Photography and Films}
There is no denying that vintage-inspired ruffle cakes are one of the most popular styles of wedding cakes at… Continue reading »
Intimate Lake Terrace Wedding in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland {Montville Wedding Cake with Artography}
What could be more beautiful than an intimate, mid-week wedding in gorgeous Montville in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland? With… Continue reading »
Vintage Style Meets Country Charm {Kenilworth Homestead Wedding Cake}
An incredibly sweet bride, a much-loved venue, and handmade paper art decorations everywhere! What a pleasure to be a… Continue reading »
Forever and Always – Jared & Danielle {Gympie Wedding Cake}
In the world of cake decorating, it’s always fun to do something different! Today’s cake was different in the… Continue reading »
Ivory ruffles for a Gold Coast wedding cake
Making its way from Gympie to the Gold Coast, today’s cake was kindly transported by a family member of… Continue reading »
Bringing new style to old – butterfly cupcakes ‘captured’ by Anya Maria Photography
What an absolute treat to have been sent these AMAZING photographs by one of my former brides – thank… Continue reading »
Striking red and white for a match that was ‘meant to be’ {Gympie Wedding Cakes}
Two people very much in love celebrated their marriage earlier this month with the help of family and friends… Continue reading »
Celebrating Easter 2014 with handmade candy Easter eggs!
Happy Easter to all of my valued customers and supporters! I hope that you are enjoying a safe… Continue reading »
Purple blossoms, sugar pearls, and piped rosebuds {Gympie Wedding Cake & Cupcakes}
Amber & Joshua were married at the Gympie Conference Centre on a beautiful, and rather warm autumn day earlier… Continue reading »
Ruffles and Roses at the Rainbow Beach Hotel {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cakes}
Today’s cake was custom-designed for a Rainbow Beach wedding, with the reception held at the beautiful Rainbow Beach Hotel…. Continue reading »
Black and white zebra stripes for a bold, modern look {Imbil/Mary Valley Wedding Cake}
One of my February brides designed her own wedding cake, and I’m pleased to share her vision brought to… Continue reading »
What better reason to celebrate with cake! {50th birthday cakes Gympie}
Two ladies recently celebrated their 50th birthdays in Gympie with friends, family, and delicious cakes from Bonnie’s Cakes &… Continue reading »
No ruffled feathers at this January wedding despite extreme heat {Gympie Wedding Cake}
Last January, three uninvited guests showed up at two weddings that I had made cakes for, both of which… Continue reading »
‘Scooped’ off his feet by this custom made digger wedding cake topper!
Last year I made three excavator or digger cakes all within a short period of time. You may remember… Continue reading »
Black and white with not a nut in sight {Nut free birthday cake Gympie}
I promise to keep the cow puns to a bare minimum with this post. Do you know how many… Continue reading »
Bright colours, delicate ruffles, and the return of an old favourite for 2014
2013 was a wonderful year for Bonnie’s Cakes & Kandies. I’d like to say thank you to my wonderful… Continue reading »
All wrapped up: Elegant, square wedding cake {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake}
Last month I had the pleasure of delivering this elegant square wedding cake to the Rainbow Beach Hotel. The… Continue reading »
Sand, Seashells, and Fresh Flowers for a Beach Wedding {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake}
Sand, seashells and fresh flowers – these were the key decorations for this beach-themed wedding cake delivered to the… Continue reading »
Happy Naming Day, Baby Blue Jay
You may have seen my previous post about these two cute little owls. I had the pleasure of making this… Continue reading »
White Roses and Lovebirds for a Spring Wedding {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake}
The cake I am featuring today was delivered to the Rainbow Beach Surf Lifesaving Club for an October wedding… Continue reading »
Romantic Roses in Shades of Red {Mount Isa Wedding Cake}
Today’s cake travelled to Mount Isa for a September wedding this year. The lovely bride wanted a romantic and… Continue reading »
A Chocolate Lover’s Dream {Gold Coast Wedding Cake}
Earlier this year Ben & Tracy sent me a picture of a cake that they loved and asked if… Continue reading »
Pretty spring blossoms for a weekday wedding {Gympie Wedding Cake}
Congratulations to Amanda & Dion who were recently married at the Gympie Conference Centre! Before setting up their cake… Continue reading »
Tower of butterflies, roses and pearls {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake}
I recently had the pleasure of delivering this ivory, pink and cream cupcake tower to the beautiful Rainbow Shores… Continue reading »
Black forest cake with owls & orchids {Gympie Wedding Cake}
Sheri & Dean were married last week on a beautiful property just north of Gympie. With so much able… Continue reading »
A wedding cake made picture perfect by Emma Nayler [Photographer]
A big thank you to Emma Nayler [Photographer] for this stunning shot of Larissa & Cian’s Rainbow Beach wedding… Continue reading »
Beautiful buttercream and a sweet surprise! {Rainbow Beach Wedding Cake}
Larissa & Cian were treated to a beautiful day with perfect weather for their Rainbow Beach wedding earlier this… Continue reading »
Purple butterflies on a traditional fruit cake {Mackay Wedding Cake}
My dear friend Diane contacted me early this year with a request: “One wedding cake, please, with personal delivery!’… Continue reading »
Chocolate cupcakes for a country wedding {Gympie/Sexton Wedding cake}
Tom and Melissa celebrated their wedding on a gorgeous, sunny day in July. They chose cupcakes and a cutting cake… Continue reading »
A look back in time: Popular late 80s/early 90s wedding cake style
In the last post, I shared a ruffle wedding cake with a ‘modern vintage’ style (you can view the… Continue reading »
Vintage Inspired Ruffles {Kenilworth Homestead Wedding Cakes}
The wedding cakes I have to share with you today were delivered to Kenilworth Homestead for an absolutely beautiful… Continue reading »
Romantic White Wedding Cake – Mooloolaba
Today’s cake was delivered safely just as small drops of rain began to fall on a beautiful Autumn Saturday…. Continue reading »
Vintage Wedding Cake – Mount Isa
By request, I have another vintage wedding cake to share today! (View the original post by clicking here.) This… Continue reading »
May all your dreams come true – May engagement cake!
The occasion for today’s cake is a very happy one and I hope you will love this cake as… Continue reading »
Vintage Wedding Cake – Rockhampton
Vintage or ‘modern-vintage’ wedding cakes can completely transform the look and feel of your wedding reception, adding timeless elegance… Continue reading »
Strawberry-Topped Macadamia Brownies (Gluten Free, Grain Free) and the Search for the Perfect Wedding Dress
I’ve had such a wonderful couple of days, and while I am busy with preparations for some beautiful upcoming… Continue reading »
Happy Easter!
It’s my favourite time of the year! I hope the Easter Bunny was kind and left a special treat just… Continue reading »
Rain on their wedding day couldn’t wash those smiles away! {Gympie Wedding Cake}
Some people say rain on your wedding day is a sign of good luck. If they’re right, then Brendan… Continue reading »
Sweet images by Stewart Ross Photography {Noosa Wedding Cake}
One of my top 5 wedding cakes of 2012 was Andrew & Kate’s 3-tier, navy & white wedding cake,… Continue reading »
Marriage Under Construction – An engagement cake with a difference! {Goomeri Engagement Cake}
Today’s cake is certainly an engagement cake with a difference! I’ve made many engagement cakes over the years and… Continue reading »
Pack your suitcake {Gympie Cake Decorator}
I recently filled an order for a cake to be made as a surprise for a lovely young lady… Continue reading »
