agent of entropy

Posted by Jen

https://www.cakewrecks.com/home/deep-breaths-2025

Hey, you know what? I think we could all use a nice, relaxing post. Something safe, easy, and appetizing. Something that brings to mind happy places...

...and happy things.

So clear your minds, my friends, and let's think about happy little butterflies...

And cheeky little monkeys...

And sleepy little kittens...

 And warm, friendly faces...

And, of course, giant, chocolate-dipped beetles:

See? All better.

Thanks to Claudia D., Dawna Z., Kimberly S., Tiffany, Lisa H., Brittany J., & D.L. for the breather.

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P.S., Speaking of relaxing things, remember when fidget spinners were a thing? Because I found the upgraded, double-duty version:

Stainless Steel Spinner Ring Set

You get all 3 of these pretty spinner rings for $12, and the reviews say they're especially great for teens. These are an awesome way to keep your hands busy without being super obvious.

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And from my other blog, Epbot:

https://www.cakewrecks.com/home/deep-breaths-2025

Posted by Jen

https://www.cakewrecks.com/home/when-the-world-ends-blame-the-ninja-deer-2025

You know how sometimes we like to zoom in to see all the wrecky details?

Well, it turns out sometimes we should zoom OUT.

Take this wedding cake, for example:

While I think you'll agree that finger-smeared "camouflage" is a true wonder to behold, there's no way for you to fully appreciate the entire artistic "tableau" - the one hinted at by that snippet of caution tape in the background - until you zoom out a ways:

I'll forgive the balloons, the little boot vases, and even the toy tractors - but two plywood boards balanced on a used tractor tire? That's time to take a stand, people. And burn it.

And, ok, since you insist:

Whoah, whoah, whoah. Where did those tiny deer come from?!

No, seriously, did you see any tiny plastic deer in those first two photos? 'Cuz I didn't.

Wait.

I just thought of something:

What if the deer were wearing camouflage?

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That sound just then?

That was your mind being blown.

Many thanks to Anony M., who also provided a photo of the bridal party, but I've decided to protect the identities of the guilty. After all, any bridesmaid forced to wear a camo dress with a neon orange petticoat and cowboy boots has suffered enough, don't you think?

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P.S. I don't think I'll ever be OK with tires as cake stands, but they DO make pretty awesome travel mugs:

Stainless Steel Tire Travel Mug

The lid even has a hub cap! Ha! Great reviews, too.

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And from my other blog, Epbot:

https://www.cakewrecks.com/home/when-the-world-ends-blame-the-ninja-deer-2025

Posted by Jen

https://www.cakewrecks.com/home/spaaace-2025

It happens to the best of us: Sometimes, you just run out of room.

The test of a true wreckerator, however, is how creatively you manage to soldier on in the face of seemingly insurmountable icing borders.

Ok, so maybe they're not all that insurmountable.

In fact, here are a few more tried and true tactics employed by wreckerators everywhere:

The Nose Dive:

(Cartoon bomb noises optional.)

The Double Stack:

Now with extra ellipses!

The "Round Abound:"

The color choice is what really sells it.

The Second Time's the Charm:

Also known as the "Maybe No One Will Notice."

The Cliff-Hanger:

"Y! Hold on, Y! I can't...you're...you're slipping! Y!! NOOOoooOOOOooOOO!!"

Ahem.

And finally, my personal favorite:

The "Stop, Walk (Away), and LOL."

Thanks to Leigh M., Brenda S., Holly H., Ariel F., Victoria M., Mike S., Jenny B., and Lauren L. for really exploring the studio space.  Before we're done here, you'll all be wearing gold-plated diapers.

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And from my other blog, Epbot:

https://www.cakewrecks.com/home/spaaace-2025

Posted by Jen

https://www.cakewrecks.com/home/royally-wrecked-2025

Remember that cake with a perfectly drawn Gerber Baby on it that was supposed to be a Gerber daisy?

Yeah, I love that one.

So needless to say, my day has just been made by this "Princess Crown":

So. Not. Kidding.

And according to Anthony N., his sister Gia is actually terrified of clowns, so this "did not go over well." Awww. Poor Gia! Doesn't she know that Mr. Demon McFangs there just wants to play?

With her entrails?

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I don't know about you guys, but when I get something unexpected in the mail, I can't WAIT to open it.

Well, unless it's a bill. Or junk mail. Or suspiciously soggy*.

Anyway, the point is, I think it's basic human nature to want to know what's inside a mystery container. To explore! To learn! To find potential new sources of money/fame/candy! C'mon, it's the basic premise of birthday parties, Christmas, and that whole Pandora-and-her-box thing.

Case in point: if someone handed you a large padded envelope and asked you to "please put this on my cake," and you were, you know, someone who makes cakes, would you...

A) Open the envelope to see what your customer wants printed on the cake

OR

B) Scan the OUTSIDE of the envelope and print that on the cake?

Survey says...

The answer is "Crystal Image Big Prints" clear!

Many thanks to Monica S., who reports she got this gem of a response when she complained:

"You never told me to look in the envelope."

Anyone else suspect this baker gets a lot of wrapping paper for Christmas?

*"Suspiciously Soggy" should totally be a band name. Make this happen, people.

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P.S. That reminds me: I don't know how often you mail stuff, but shouldn't it be in a prettier envelope?

Designer Poly Mailers, 10X13, 30PK

So cute! And they cost less than $9 for 30, dang.

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And from my other blog, Epbot:

https://www.cakewrecks.com/home/royally-wrecked-2025