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Vendor Spotlight: Sweet Somethings by Ashleigh


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Ashleigh Jones of Sweet Somethings by Ashleigh is one of the most passionate bakers, bringing couples personalities into everything she makes for their weddings.  We wanted to share a little more behind the scenes about Ashleigh and her bakery to help understand what sets her apart in the wedding industry. - Vendor Spotlight - Event Planner - Each & Every Detail

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Ashleigh Jones of Sweet Somethings by Ashleigh is one of the most passionate bakers, bringing couples personalities into everything she makes for their weddings.  We wanted to share a little more behind the scenes about Ashleigh and her bakery to help understand what sets her apart in the wedding industry.

 

Ashleigh Jones of Sweet Somethings by Ashleigh is one of the most passionate bakers, bringing couples personalities into everything she makes for their weddings.  We wanted to share a little more behind the scenes about Ashleigh and her bakery to help understand what sets her apart in the wedding industry. - Vendor Spotlight - Event Planner - Each & Every Detail

Photo courtesy of Kylie Crump Photography

 

When and how did you get started in the wedding industry?

I started Sweet Somethings 14 years ago out of my home.  It was a very small business, mostly making sweet treats for family and friends, but it quickly grew to be much more. I worked for other premier bakers in the industry as I grew, and finally decided to strike out on my own and opened a storefront in 2016.   Building unique cakes fulfills my passion for art.  I love being able to take that art, make it edible and use it to express love on such a special day.

 

Ashleigh Jones of Sweet Somethings by Ashleigh is one of the most passionate bakers, bringing couples personalities into everything she makes for their weddings.  We wanted to share a little more behind the scenes about Ashleigh and her bakery to help understand what sets her apart in the wedding industry. - Vendor Spotlight - Event Planner - Each & Every Detail

Photo courtesy of Dot & Anchor Photography

 

Where are you based and where do you meet with clients?

My bakery is located in Caddo Mills, which is a small town located northeast of Dallas.  Clients can meet with me there, or I have a consultation office in McKinney, just off the historic square.  Consultations are by appointment only, at either location.

 

Ashleigh Jones of Sweet Somethings by Ashleigh is one of the most passionate bakers, bringing couples personalities into everything she makes for their weddings.  We wanted to share a little more behind the scenes about Ashleigh and her bakery to help understand what sets her apart in the wedding industry. - Vendor Spotlight - Event Planner - Each & Every Detail

Photo courtesy of Azure Photography

 

Tell us about your favorite type of client.

My favorite are laid-back couples who are very artsy and allow me to be more creative with their cake. I appreciate their trust in my talent.

 

What makes you different at what you do?

I have my hand in every aspect of their cake, from designing, baking, decorating and delivering.  Thus, I pay attention to every detail to make sure they get what they dreamed of.  I also use only real ingredients and never freeze my cake.

 

Ashleigh Jones of Sweet Somethings by Ashleigh is one of the most passionate bakers, bringing couples personalities into everything she makes for their weddings.  We wanted to share a little more behind the scenes about Ashleigh and her bakery to help understand what sets her apart in the wedding industry. - Vendor Spotlight - Event Planner - Each & Every Detail

Photo provided by Sweet Somethings by Ashleigh

 

Do you have a funny story to share about a previous encounter?

The groom and his family went to LSU.  The bride and her family went to Texas A&M.  He chose to have the LSU stadium as his groom’s cake.  Two weeks before the wedding, the bride secretly called me and had me add a guest section of A&M fans in the stands and had me change the score on the scoreboard show A&M was beating LSU.  I actually got to see the groom’s mom react when she saw the cake.  She was astonished and loved it.  The best part was an ESPN anchor saw a photo of it on social media and retweeted it, causing it to go viral!

 

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To book your consultation with Ashley visit her by clicking one of the links above. If you have questions or want to get started on designing your wedding, contact us! 

 

 

Ashleigh Jones of Sweet Somethings by Ashleigh is one of the most passionate bakers, bringing couples personalities into everything she makes for their weddings.  We wanted to share a little more behind the scenes about Ashleigh and her bakery to help understand what sets her apart in the wedding industry. - Vendor Spotlight - Event Planner - Each & Every Detail

Design of a Groom’s Cake


Wedding Planning Advice

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Cake by The Cake Guys

 

Groom’s cakes have come a long way since their origination as a wedding tradition in Victorian England.  Back in those days, groom’s cakes were heavy, dense fruitcakes, some flavored with chocolate or alcohol, which was considered a more appropriate choice for male guests than the lighter texture of the wedding cake.

 

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Cake by The Cake Guys

 

An interesting tradition called for a slice of groom’s cake to be boxed and given to unmarried women at the wedding, who would then take it and place the box under their pillow.  Legend has it that this would allow the woman to have sweet dreams of her future hubby!

 

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Cake by Frosted Art Bakery

 

Nowadays, the groom’s cake is mostly considered a Southern tradition and its appearance is light years away from its Victorian predecessors. Typically, a groom’s cake reflects the personality and interest of the groom and gives him a chance to have something in the wedding personalized just for him. The cakes can range from simple chocolate frosted to elaborately designed confections that look too amazing to cut.

 

 

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Cake by Sweet Art Bakery

 

The sky’s the limit when it comes to design ideas. What Star Wars fan wouldn’t want a Death Star cake? What about a Batman logo for that avid Batman lover? Sports teams, alma maters, branches of the Armed Forces, firefighters and police are all popular themes.

 

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Bundt Cakes by Nothing Bundt Cakes

 

And who says you have to have a groom’s cake? A groom’s dessert can be just as great! Does your man like pie? Then get mini pies and display as his “groom’s cake”.  Popsicles or an ice cream bar make for a sweet, cool-down in the hotter months. Oreos, donuts, Rice Krispy treats, whatever dessert he loves can be re-imagined into the wedding cake’s counterpart.

Whether it’s an actual cake or a dessert, the groom’s cake is a fun and delicious way to spotlight Prince Charming on his big day.

For more information about groom’s cake options contact us. Be sure to check out our blog about Bridal Cakes as well.

 

Foregoing Frosting


Wedding Planning Advice

 

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The groom’s cake is a Southern tradition that basically adds more cake flavors to the table, in addition to allowing the groom to show off a little of his personality.  But maybe cake isn’t your partner’s thing and you want to do something different.  We pretty much love cake, but we’re in support of all forms of sugar, really!  We totally love it when we can find a way to showcase something different that your partner actually likes (gasp!).  Keep on reading for some of our favorite options!

  • Ice cream or gelato: If you’re ice cream people, get a cart!  Many ice cream or gelato parlors offer some sort of mobile option.  At a larger venue, your caterer might be able to provide a more elaborate ice cream sundae bar.  Note – ice cream cake can be a difficult one, due to the trickiness of keeping that at the right temperature throughout the evening.
  • Pies, cheesecakes, or other non-cake cakey things: Got another dessert that you love to slice?  Sub it in!  Use your favorite bakery, or talk to your wedding cake baker to see if they also can make desserts.  With these cakey things (highly technical term), you can do them regular, 10″ round sizes, or you can do them as mini desserts, hand pies, or something in between.
  • Cookies: Homemade, from the baker, or even from the Girl Scouts… delicious.
  • Candy: Candy bars are always fun – plus they give you a little leeway to work in your color palette or theme.
  • State Fair desserts: Do you love the State Fair?  Bring some in to serve as your second dessert!  If cotton candy is your thing, find a cotton candy guy.  What about the art pancakes?  Those are pretty fun!  How about a more savory snack, like popcorn?  You can even do a popcorn bar to mix in some sweeter options as well.  Or, ooo, funnel cake!
  • Popsicles: Popsicles are awesome for summer weddings.  We love Steel City Pops here in Dallas, and other cities have other vendors who can come with a cart and serve some icy sugar!
  • Family recipes: Does your partner’s family have a special or ethnic dessert that they make that is a must have, like baklava, ras malai, or honey cakes?  That’s a great way to bring a unique and personal touch to your dessert table, and many caterers will use your recipe and do the cooking for you so that your family doesn’t have to!
  • Anti-Dessert: Some partners just don’t roll with sugar.  It’s not their thing.  Okay – what does he/she like to splurge on?  Pizza?  Granola?  Coffee?  Nuts?  Lettuce?  Think outside the box and find a way to make your second “dessert” fun AND relevant!  Or, instead of serving it with dessert, turn it into a late night snack for your guests.

Let your imagination (and your sweet tooth) guide you!