I finished my mum's cake yesterday.

I'm so pleased with it. It looks lovely. And it didn't really take too long, either. I haven't put it on my website or blog yet. Once we're back from dinner tonight, then I'll do it. But I want it to be a surprise. I must admit, Mum isn't really "into" handbags, but I did this cake because I knew it wouldn't take too long; I've had so many other commitments this week that I knew I wouldn't have a lot of time.

Last night I baked one of the cakes for Saturday. This morning, I baked the other one. I've covered the cake board. I'm going to have a bit of a tidy up and then see what time it is. I need to have a shower and do my hair, because we're out for dinner tonight. I should be able to make the pastillage this afternoon. Then this evening I think I'll cover the cakes. The buttercream is already made.

It doesn't matter what time I go to bed on Friday - the cake has to be finished by then, as it's being collected at 9am on Saturday!