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I spent this past weekend in Savannah tying up the last few loose ends of our wedding in person. One of those loose ends was making sure our wedding cake is constructed as close to my vision as possible.
When I first visited Publix to discuss our cake, I was told there would be no problem recreating the Martha Stewart cake I found online. Remember this?
Well, when I stopped back by to actually place the order and hand over my inspiration photo, our baker suddenly realized that the cake was an oval, not a circle. I thought she knew this the entire time!
But apparently Publix doesn’t do oval cakes and she said she’d have to make the cake round. I reluctantly placed the order anyways, bit my lip and walked out with my head hung low.
But then a couple weeks later I was browsing through a crafts store and saw oval cake pans. I had an idea! What if I supplied the cake pans? I mean, all they have to do is pour the batter in the forms, right? So I called up Publix to see if they would accept them, and they said yes! 
And then it gets even better. While I was shopping online for the best deal on the oval cake pans, I ran across this:
They’re the EXACT same culinary stencils used to create the Martha Stewart cake! I. Was. Flipping. OUT! Up until that point, I was secretly worrying that I might suffer a cake wreck fiasco ala Mrs. Perfume (sorry to use you as an example P!) because the scroll pattern is so intricate. But now all the work has practically been done for them!
So this weekend, I made a quick trip to the Publix handling my cake and dropped off my cake pans (which I got on sale at A.C. Moore for $27)…
… stencils, big arse peony, and ribbon!
I’m sacrificing the monogram on the top of the cake now that they have the actual stencil, but it’s a small price to pay for peace of mind. Now I can’t wait to see the cake in all its glory! Here’s to hoping I’ve avoided the cake wreck! 
Did you supply tools to a vendor to make sure a vision of yours was carried out perfectly?
Revisit the entire Labrador cake saga:
Part 1: Plain and Simple, Yet Oh-So Lovely…
Part 2: There’s Nothing Finer In The Land
Part 3: Breaking The Mold
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wow, what a find! i’m glad you were able to work this out with publix and to come across that stencil!
What a great idea, to supply them with everything. Hopefully they will get it right for you! I love the idea of an oval cake, and I can’t wait to see it in action.
Waaaaah! My cakewreck!
I’m just happy that someone benefits from my mistake (of not managing the cake) better. You did a great job doing that. And the finds? AMAZING!!!! Cannot wait to see the final product. It will be fantastic! I love the style and you just cannot go wrong!
Oooh, pretty! I love the single peony on the side and the scrollwork. Can’t wait to see how it turned out!
you’re so resourceful!! i’m sure your cake will turn out great!
yay!! glad your cake is going to be exactly how you want it!!
What a great idea! I’m so glad that you came up with something so that you could have the cake you wanted!
Smart cookie and how exciting! Now just make sure you get those pans and the stencils back. Save the stencils. On your anniversary or something have the small pan used and the stencil—if you aren’t keeping the top layer in the freezer.
even if the bakery makes the cake correctly you still can’t avoid any problems. I had a 3 year old stick 3 of his fingers right in the middle tier of my perfect cake. How’s that for a cake wreck?
you are such a ‘think on your feet’ kinda gal! awesome!!
I hope everything turns out well. Beautiful cake! I love the oval shape.
You’re my kind of girl…I’m so hands on I would totally do the same thing if I could!! That’s awesome that you found the exact same stencil for them to use.
I can’t wait to see how Publix does with this cake! I’ve heard some pretty awesome stories about Pub cakes. I wanted to try the Pub route, but I got vetoed. 
I am excited to see the finished product. I love the big peony - where did you find this gem?
Yay! That’s so exciting you get the cake you want. Oh Publix, how I miss you so. Especially your lovely, lovely subs.
how clever! glad you sorted every thing out. and by providing a clear photo, the materials needed etc, i think you’ve done all you can! good luck!!
I love that inspiration photo. You have such good taste. : )
That cake is beautiful. It is very wise of you to have the stuff ready for them to ensure you’ll get the cake you want.
I can’t wait to see the finished product! That is so fortunate that Publix would use your pans/stencils! They rock….
@FireFlyNad: It’s a leftover flower from my bouquet! I got the stems at Afloral.com!
It’s meant to be!! Good job, I think your cake is going to look beautiful. Love the pink ribbon!!
Love your cake!!! It reminds me so much of mine! Our cake decorator had everything we needed to do something very similar. If anyone is looking for a wedding cake near the Indianapolis area, I would def take a look at Cheryl’s Candies and Cakes(www.cherylscandiesandcakes.com). She did such an amazing job!
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Mrs. Labrador Retriever, Athens/Savannah
Age and Occupation: 24, Student/Sports Reporter
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 29, Physical Therapy Assistant Student/Future Dr. of PT
Engagement Date: December 31, 2008
Wedding Date: November 2009
Venue: Whitfield Square/Savannah Station
About Me: I'm working on my second degree from UGA (Go Dawgs!). I'm a self-proclaimed attention-w****. If it involves a camera, I'm in front of it! You'll never meet a girlier tomboy than me. I can go toe to toe with any guy on the subject of college football, and lift more than any girl in my gym, all without chipping a nail. I hope to someday be the only person you want delivering your sports news. My FI and I are the loving parents of three Labrador Retrievers (one of each color) and are planning a "Southern Romantic Charm" wedding in the beautiful, historic city of Savannah. I'm not extreme in anything except moderation... and wedding planning.
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