A super sweet girls’ night out
Just like you can never have enough dessert (you do know there’s an entire separate dessert stomach, right?), you can never have enough girls’ nights out. I’m not sure about you but it’s a must for my sanity.
A couple weeks ago I was one of the lucky few to attend the first annual Cupcake Conference held at the Grand America Hotel. The conference was organized by my good and amazing friend Steph and her just as amazing conference-planning sidekicks. What started out as a twitterific joke turned into an evening full of cupcakes and socializing and more cupcakes and more socializing. (I think more Twitter convos need to turn into super decadent girls-only evenings.)
My super talented, super good friend Quinn took some fabulously tasty photos of the evening. Here’s one of my faves; get ready to drool!
The Grand America let us into their pastry kitchen where we met with the executive pastry chef. She then introduced us to a spread consisting of frosting, freshly baked cupcakes and a variety of toppings. What followed next was a cupcake decorating frenzy!
Okay, so maybe it wasn’t a frenzy, but I think there was a little bit of craziness going on…
When all was said and done, we did have a few winners. (I forgot to bribe the judges beforehand so I was not one of the chosen few.) But Jill was…
…and so was Alexis.
The overall winner was Victoria. Her cupcake was chosen by Grand America’s pastry chef. I have to admit, I loved this cupcake! (If you can’t tell, it’s a miniature snowman!)
Of course I think my cupcake was pretty darn cute too!
After the frosting, sprinkling and judging, we headed upstairs to the super sweet suite for the eating of the cupcakes, massages, chatting, laughing, more eating of the cupcakes and then some super fabulous giveaways…
…including a Bedazzled cupcake Snuggie!
I mean, what’s there not to like about handcrafted cupcakes,
handcrafted fun,
and handcrafted (new) friendships?
Oh, and let’s throw in a handcrafted baby for good measure.
Did you miss the recent Cupcake Conference (and the awesome swag, free FotoFly Studio session and all)? I am truly sad for you, but no worries! You can get your cupcakes frosted at the next event. Simply subscribe to the Cupcake Conference blog so you can be in the know, sprinkles and all.
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You know that is right up my alley:-)
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brings a whole new meaning to the word “lap fat” doesn’t it??
frame it, nice pic steph
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It was such a fun night. I don’t miss that buttercream, however.
Kristina P.´s deep thought ~ Insert Witty Title Here
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Does look like a fun night. Love the picture of Kalli…hottay!
EVONNE´s deep thought ~ Best Fried Chicken
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I’m famous!!
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was such a fun night! And still reaping the benefits (free cupcake coupons) even now! Love Kalli’s handcrafted baby pic!
Camille´s deep thought ~ Wordless Wednesday A Creative 5yo and a Jar of Play-Doh
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Ahh. Fond memories…
How did I not meet you that night?!
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Susie, you should have come with me!
Kalli, quit calling that fabulously sexy belly of yours “fat.”
Kristina, I couldn’t agree more. Not a fan of the buttercream at all.
Evonne, wish you had been there too!
Jill, will you sign my chest with permanent marker next time I see you?
Camille, I should have given you mine as well. All you can eat are mushy foods right now, right? ;)
Tauni, I am still wondering that myself! Next time we MUST chat when we’re in the same room at the same time!
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I am so happy you came! I always love hanging with you. YAY!
And Quinn does take the best photos.
And I think your cuppy was adorable. I didn’t even attempt to make one. I am pretty sure Scott and Doc’s cuppies could have beat whatever I could have possibly made.
Steph´s deep thought ~ Wordless Wednesday-First Day of School Edition aka Can You Tell Which One Got in Trouble Right Before the Picture was Taken
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Loved your recap, Em! It was soooo fun to go to this with you! xoxoxo
Quinn´s deep thought ~ Food Photography Friday- Blue Plate Diner
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All these posts just make me even more sad that I had to give up my ticket. I am so there for the next one!! :) Looks like you had a ton of fun.
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That was the funnest night! It was nice meeting you and I LOVE my cupcake charm, my daughters keep trying to sneak it away from me!
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