As editors of Cake Central, we come across countless inspiring things every day. From cakemakers’ stories to wedding inspiration to cool new products, we want to share a few of our favorite finds with you every week. This week, we found our cakemakers demonstrating top-notch technical skills, from perfect pleats to awe-inspiring hand painting.

Check out our Friday Faves!

Jackie’s Fave – Founder of Cake Central

This award-winning cake by alice79 is so pretty. The soft colors and wonderfully detailed hand painting are just a few of the reasons this cake went straight into my faves!

Leanne’s Fave – President

By priyamaclure

Purple pleats and turquoise glitter, I think this cake is straight out of my dreams. PriyaMaclure’s cake is just perfect with it’s vibrant colors and touch of bling.

Grace’s Fave – Associate Editor

Studs shoe By preciouspeggy

I did a major double take when I saw this fashionable ankle boot cake by PreciousPeggy on the homepage. For second I felt like I was online shopping! I’d love to know how she got such a realistic finish on her leather!

Alyssa’s Fave – Associate Editor

By hanielas

This darling little gingerbread house really gets me in the mood for the holidays! I love the little details Hanielas included, from the textured rooftop to the Christmas lights above the front door.