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Hey everyone! Big announcement today! Itโs a little secret Iโve been holding onto for a while now and DYING to tell you about.
Maybe youโve noticed that Iโm posting a little less often, maybe you havenโt. But the reason? Iโm writing a COOKBOOK!
I know. Crazy! And insanely time consuming (hence the fewer posts on the blog). Iโve been talking and working with a publisher since March. Itโs been a long process – in large part because of me. But now itโs official!
So what is the book about? Well, what do I love the most? What do you love the most (at least I think so ๐ )? CAKE!! All kinds of CAKE!!
As you know, Iโm a cake girl. Always have been, always will be. There was no doubt in my mind that cakes were what Iโd want to write a cookbook about.
There will be cupcakes, single layer cakes, layered cakes, ice cream cakes, cheesecakes and more! Thereโs even a couple chapters on my best advice and tutorials for everything from what tools to use and how to get your pans ready for baking, to tutorials on some of my favorite methods for decorating beautiful cakes.
Are you as excited as I am?! Please say YES! This book has already been a major work of love. Iโm so excited with what Iโve done so far and I hope more than anything that you all will love it too. Iโve tried my hardest to get a variety of recipes included that you could make for any and all occasions. Thereโs even a chapter on holidays.
And the tutorials? Well, Iโm all about decorating cakes in the most simple, but beautiful way. If you are like me, sometimes you have the time to dedicate to an elaborate cake and other times you want something a little more simple, but still beautiful. The decorating tips and tutorials range from quick and simple, to a little more involved, but all make it easy to make a beautiful cake.
If you are wondering, thereโs no fondant or anything like that. Much like most things youโll find on my blog, the decorating is all about using foods that are already in the cake, sauces, chocolate, buttercream, etc to decorate. There are so many simple things you can do and I canโt wait to put it all into one book for you.
I hope youโre as excited as I am! You donโt even have to wait that long to get it (in book writing time). Itโll be out a year from now – October 2016. Get ready for lots of updates as I share the craziness with you. Iโve already shared a few sneak peaks on Snapchat and will be doing the same on instagram, so if you want some behind the scenes peeks along the way thatโll be the best place to check it all out.
Also, I want to say thank you. Thank you to everyone who reads, bakes, comments, follows on social media, gets my emails, emails me, etc. However you keep up with the recipes and blog – thank you! It is because of you that Iโm able to do something I never thought Iโd be able to say Iโm doing – writing a cookbook. You are the ones Iโm writing this for. Iโm doing my best to make it the best book I can for you. So thank you, thank you, thank you. Your support has always and always will mean the world to me.
Wow! These desserts are making me weak. I’m badly craving for it right now. sweets are really my weakness. Lol! They all look delicious.
I have tried two of your recipes so far and they both were great! I just started the Wilton buttercream class lass week and to be honest I hate straight shorting buttercream.
I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed the recipes so far Heather! And I hear you on the all shortening buttercream. Not the best.
So exciting! If you ever need a taste-tester, you can count on me! ๐
Thanks Susan! ๐
Eeeek! I am beyond excited to hear this news Lindsay! A big congratulations to you. Sounds like an INCREDIBLE opportunity and also the perfect book for you. Your cakes are absolutely incredible and I can’t wait to put this on my Christmas wish list next year. Well done girl!! xxx
Thank you Jessica! ๐
Congrats! How awesome! I have just discovered your website and am so impressed with your creativity. Looking forward to your book!
Thanks so much Bonnie! Glad you found the site ๐
Congratulations!! Such fantastic news, can’t wait to get my hands on it. I love your blog and all of your cakes are stunning! Every time I come onto your blog I’m in awe of your perfect cakes!!
Thanks Annie!
I seriously cannot wait for this book. It is going to be absolutely sensational and one of the cookbooks of the year!
Thanks girl! ๐
Dear Lindsay,
Congratulations!!! Am so happy for you. So excited and waiting patiently for the book release.
I have tried most of your cupcakes recipes and it have been a huge hit at home. Thank you so much.
All the best for your future accomplishments.
Love
Roni Alex,Abu Dhabi
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed the recipes. ๐
WWow, wow, wow, wow, wow! Love the blog – and seriously knock-out photos and props, particularly recently. Love the weekly scriptures. Love that you love Romans (8:38-39 is my life verse). Love that you are putting that great stuff into a binding for us. Congratulations!!
Thank you so much! ๐
Can’t wait to see it, Lindsay! Of course, I can always find your beautiful creations on line, but still love to curl up with a wonderful cookbook. Yours will be great for next winter. Congratulations to you!
Thank you! ๐
Congratulations! I can’t wait to get my hands on your book! I have followed your blog for some time now and have tried a couple of your cake recipes and they have turned out beautiful!
That’s great! I’m glad you’ve enjoyed the things you’ve tried! Thanks Alison!
Congratulations! Looking forward to seeing the Cookbook or should I say Bakebook.
I hope you are sending a consignment of books to South Africa.
Thank you! The book should ship internationally and will have ingredients measured in weight and ml. I fully expect it to be available in SA, as my husband’s family is there and can’t wait to get it. ๐
Congrats on the book! Began following you because of the cakes!! Very new to blogs and trust me when I say, in Arizona is near impossible to buy a decent cake.Moved here from Wisconsin, where my childhood bakery closed its doors for good. Would NOT give anyone their white cake or frosting recipe!! How evil, right? Hansen’s bakery in Green Bay, Wi.You must share! But, I have printed a ton of your recipes,as well as a few other blogger cake and buttercream recipes. Believe I may be able to produce the desired taste. Now about the cake decorating, love yours! Next on list, learn piping technique… ????
Thank you Teri!
excellent! congrats!
Congrats!! Your cake recipes are all fantastic and are my go-to’s!!! DEFINITELY buying your book when it comes out!! ๐
Thank you so much! ๐
what a great colection of cake, everyone is much better and make me forget the others, Bravo!
AWESOME NEWS! I cannot wait to buy your book! THANK YOU for all of your wonderful recipes on this site! You are such a talented baker and artist!
Thanks so much Mary!
I love my kitchen and love to cook but have yet to try cakes.
No kids or grands and hubby like cookies but your book may change things PLUS I see a great 2016 Christmas gift for a mom of 3 young “pseudo grandchildren”
I wish you the best. I too write and know the angst and frustrations ahead so send you my favorite verse and mantra : WHEN IN A FIX. PHILIPPIANS 4:6 !!! Keeps me on track and sane . Excited and wish you the best — emily sue
Definitely a great gift for next year! ๐ Thanks Emily Sue! And I love that verse too.
YEAH!!!!!! Do you have a possible publication date? Looking forward to a great book.
It should be out October 2016. Thanks! ๐
Ahhhh … too excited for ya! I will be the first to buy! LOVE LOVE LOVE all your recipes.
Thank you so much Ada!
Awesome! Congrats ๐ So excited for you (and for October, when I can get this book!)
Thanks Michelle!
Congrats to you! I know your book will be a huge hit. I can’t wait to buy it and try some of your delicious cake recipes.
Thank you Leah!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Your cakes are gorgeous and this would probably be the one food blogger cookbook that I would buy and love. So excited for you!!
Thank you so much! Such a compliment. ๐
YAY! Every cake I’ve made from your blog has been a huge success, I can’t wait to see what you’ve come up with for your first book! Congratulations!
Thank you Lindsey!
This is very exciting – for you and for me! I pretty much don’t even have to read your recipes, I just hit “Pin” as quickly as I can click my mouse. I have made several things from your site and have always been very happy with them. In fact, we used your Funfetti Sugar Cookie cake to share our pregnancy news with some family: https://www.mcmania-ourlifeasweknowit.blogspot.com/2013/08/spilling-beansabout-bean.html. (I did a second post with a link to the recipe; gotta give credit where credit’s due!)
Congratulations!
Thank you Stephanie! That pregnancy announcement is so cute and I love that cookie cake! ๐
Lindsay this is so exciting! I will definitely be getting one when they come out!
Thank you for the support Ally! ๐
How exciting for you and for us! It’s so wonderful that we get to travel this journey with you. With every recipe you’ve shared, you’ve allowed us into your home and life. We are all so very happy for you! Joy to you and your family! ๐
Aww thank you Lisa! I’m so glad to have you following along. ๐
I was just thinking to myself that you need a cookbook! Congratulations!
Ha! Thanks Kristin! ๐
Congratulations! That is really awesome! – I am so happy for you! Can’t wait to see it!! ๐
Thank you Katrina!
Hi Lindsay congratulations! I’m very glad that you are embracing this kind of project! It’s very huge, you need to work hard but you will be rewarded for your efforts! I wish you the best and I’m looking forward to see more of your recipes!
Kisses from your number one portuguese fan ๐
Thanks so much! Definitely hard work, but I’m excited to see the finished book and share it with everyone. ๐
Congratulations! I am really looking forward to your book! I have made many of your recipes, and can’t wait to have a bunch of ’em in a glorious book for me to page through.
And I thought you were going to tell us that you were having a baby.
Well, I guess you are!
Haha! I thought some might think that. ๐ And yes, I’ve said a few times that this book is my baby right now.
Thank you so much Diane! ๐
I’m so happy for you! Congrats! Your cakes are too pretty to eat and your tutorials make it look so easy that anyone could do it. I’m sure your cookbook will be a best seller!
Thanks so much Vickie! ๐
That is awesome!
Thank you Angela!
This is great news. Can’t wait for the book to come out. Please include lots of pictures. I have received rave reviews on the cakes I have tried from your blog. Keep them coming.
Thanks Sheila! I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed the cakes so far ๐
I’m soooo excited for you and just know it will be amazing. Will definitely need to review your new treasure and share with my readers. ????โค๏ธ
Thanks Robin!
It’s about damn time, Lindsay! You and Heather Baird are my queens of cake. I’ll be your first customer!
Haha, thanks Mir! Quite a compliment to have me in the same sentence as Heather – love her stuff!
It will be a gorgeous book. Can’t wait! Congratulations!
Thanks Kristina!
YES!!!!!!! Congratulations!! Your cakes are some of the most gorgeous I’ve seen!! Can’t wait for the book!! ๐ ๐
Thanks so much Erin! ๐