DS's 1st Birthday Train Cake - Pics & More!

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Discussion Overview

This thread features participants sharing their experiences and opinions regarding a train cake made for a child's first birthday, along with discussions about cake decorating and related personal anecdotes.

Discussion Character

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  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their experience making a train cake for their son's first birthday and expresses excitement about uploading more pictures.
  • Several participants compliment the cake and the birthday boy, highlighting the cake's appearance and the child's cuteness.
  • One participant inquires about the time taken to make and decorate the cake, to which the cake maker responds with details about the baking and decorating process.
  • Another participant mentions their child's interest in becoming a firefighter and choo-choo driver, adding a personal touch to the discussion.
  • One participant expresses a desire to improve their cake decorating skills after seeing the shared cakes.
  • Another participant notes the potential for the Barbie cake to be adapted for a wedding, sharing their thoughts on its versatility.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express admiration for the cake and the cake maker's skills, with no clear disagreement noted in the thread.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences related to cake making and decorating, as well as family celebrations, creating a warm and community-focused atmosphere.

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Members of the consultant community interested in cake decorating or those looking for inspiration for children's birthday celebrations may find this discussion engaging.

chefshawna
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O.k, here is the train cake I made for DS for his 1st birthday. Once I upload more pics I will add them, but here is one for now of the cake and a couple of the birthday boy. I am also going to try and put on a couple others I have made.
 

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What a stunning cake and an adorable little boy!!!!! Great job on the cake, Shawna!!!
 
Oh yes!! Very nice cake!! How long did it take you to make and decorate?
 
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Wow, that really worked. First time uploading pics!! O.k. I had some more that I tried uploading and it keeps saying that there is a problem. I'll keep trying. I made a Barbie cake using the BB for my DD's 3rd Birthday and a golf cake for DH's aunt's birthday.
 
chefshawna said:
O.k, here is the train cake I made for DS for his 1st birthday. Once I upload more pics I will add them, but here is one for now of the cake and a couple of the birthday boy. I am also going to try and put on a couple others I have made.
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WOW! He has such beautiful blue eyes! Quite the cutie!

The cake looks great!
 
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Addie4TLC said:
Oh yes!! Very nice cake!! How long did it take you to make and decorate?
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Thank you! Well, I baked three cakes in loaf pans, that took about 2 hours. Then it took about 4 hours to decorate. I have some better pictures that show it from the side, but they're not on the computer yet.
 
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Kitchen Diva said:
What a stunning cake and an adorable little boy!!!!! Great job on the cake, Shawna!!!
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Thanks! I think he is adorable too!!:D He had such a great time eating the cake. If you can see, the second train car has a miniature birthday cake on it with a number 1 candle in it. I gave him the miniature cake and he devoured it!!
 
That is a terrific cake! Keep the pictures so you can show him when he doesn't remember it anymore.
 
Very cute cake - had to wait to peek until DS went to bed or he'd ask for one!I had to ask him for his preschool survey of what he wants to be when he grows up...right now he is dead set on being a firefighter and choo-choo driver (engineer). :)
 
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The_Kitchen_Guy said:
That is a terrific cake! Keep the pictures so you can show him when he doesn't remember it anymore.
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Thanks! He had no clue what was going on, but the rest of us had fun! LOL I will definitely keep all pictures so he can see how much fun it was!
 
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O.k., I got some other pictures to upload. I'm having fun now!! Here is DD's birthday cake, DH's aunt's birthday cake, my DD and me at the Science Center where I work.
 

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Shawna - those are awesome! You're making me want to go sign up for a Wilton course right now, as my skills are shameful when compared to yours and some others on here :)
 
Shawna...what adorable cakes! I love, love, love the train cake! DS would really like that one, too! You have quite a talent for decorating cakes...you and Jennifer (jrstephens) are very good at it!

Your kids are both cutie pies and look just like their mama!
 
Thanks for sharing!!!! :D
 
What a cutie your DS is! Love the cake too! Nice work! :)
 
What great cakes and adorable kids. I love that Barbie cake, my cousin is getting married, how long did it take to decorate?
 
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merego said:
What great cakes and adorable kids. I love that Barbie cake, my cousin is getting married, how long did it take to decorate?
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Thanks!! The Barbie cake didn't take too long to decorate and could easy be made into a bride's cake!! I didn't even think of that. It took me 2-3 hours to decorate, but some of that time was doing the crumb layer and getting the frosting all mixed up. To just decorate it, probably an hour to hour and a half. HTH
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the theme of the DS's 1st Birthday Train Cake?

The theme of the DS's 1st Birthday Train Cake is a fun and colorful train design that celebrates the milestone of turning one year old. It incorporates playful elements that are perfect for a child's birthday party.

What ingredients are used in the DS's 1st Birthday Train Cake?

The cake typically includes basic ingredients such as flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and baking powder, along with colorful fondant or icing to create the train design. Specific recipes may vary, so it's best to check the details if you're looking to recreate it.

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How can I make a similar train cake for my child's birthday?

To make a similar train cake, you can start with a basic cake recipe and bake it in rectangular or square pans. Once cooled, you can cut and stack the cake to form the train shape, then decorate it with colorful icing and edible decorations like candy and fondant.

Are there any tips for decorating the DS's 1st Birthday Train Cake?

When decorating the cake, consider using vibrant colors for the icing and adding details like windows, wheels, and smoke using fondant or edible markers. Additionally, using a cake board to create a train track can enhance the overall presentation.

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