Okay, so here are the cookies that I'd like critiques on. I really want to do more cookies in the future, but I know I need to improve on some things first.
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1310298
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1346558
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1346579
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1346552
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1346577
This is basically all of the cookies I've done right now. Let me know if I'm on the right track or if I should stick to cakes. 
Hey everyone. i am caught up now. 
here is one I did a few weeks back- I just haven't had time to upload anything. Thanks in advance!
http://cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1370072&done=1
A cake for a dental hygienist graduate. I had fun with this one, but wish I had taken a little more time with the CREST names. Otherwise, i was happy with it. Thanks for looking and your feedback!
http://cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1376725
Thanks to Trixyinaz for helping me get to this thread... I knew it existed! Im excited about being a part of CSG ! I dont often upload to CC because I seem to have a problem with a lot of my photo sizes & resizing. If you get a chance to view any of my uploaded photos ( I only have a few on here right now ) that would be great... I feel my work has improved since a lot of them but I love the CSG feedback! Thanks so much, I will post newly uploaded when I get them !
Hi Guys...sorry I've been MIA. I took a new job and needless to say, I'm BUSY!!!! and have little to no time to look at cakes. But this week I will try to get caught up as best I can.
I haven't been making a lot of cakes (see above paragraph), but I did manage to make 2 cakes last month. See, I haven't even had time to get on here to post so you can critique. I did manage to get them uploaded, but that's as far as I got. I hope you do understand.
Here is the first one - it looked WAY better in person...the camera picks up all the flaws you can't see in person 
http://www.cakecentral.com/cake-photo_1360492.html
And the second one:
http://www.cakecentral.com/cake-photo_1377018.html
And, I'm losing my touch, I think. I am having such issues with my BC. I can't get them smooth anymore.
Welcome Sara. First off, this is a great group and if you want to improve your skills, everyone here will help you. Secondly, just post links to the photos you want us to critique. This way, we can just click right from here and go direclty to the cake you need critiqued. Otherwise, I'm afraid you might get passed over. And lastly, read the rules/guidelines on page 1 of this thread. It should answer any questions you have.
Welcome Sara. First off, this is a great group and if you want to improve your skills, everyone here will help you. Secondly, just post links to the photos you want us to critique. This way, we can just click right from here and go direclty to the cake you need critiqued. Otherwise, I'm afraid you might get passed over. And lastly, read the rules/guidelines on page 1 of this thread. It should answer any questions you have.[/quote]
Thanks, I looked over rules etc... Look forward to getting better with someone who will really be honest 
New to cake decorating really, started in Aug 08 "really " doing it. So I am thankful for this group to help me critique and grow!!
Here are of a few of my cakes, and I look forward to posting my newest cakes ( if I can ever figure out how to resize them to post !)
My 1st wedding / SPS cake ...
http://www.cakecentral.com/cake-photo_1336028.html
My FIRST cake ...ugh, I look back now, knowing... and this was a grooms cake all ( AHEM...Can frosting, ak! ) In August in Florida...Im actually pretty impressed, lol
http://www.cakecentral.com/cake-photo_1275907.html
Fun cakes
My sons BDay cake... really was rushed but could have done lots better on my "siding"
http://www.cakecentral.com/cake-photo_1372407.html
Baby shower cake... Everytime I look at that hunk of BC not smoothed out!
http://www.cakecentral.com/cake-photo_1329791.html
THANKS !
I have just finished reading the 5 pages of this thread, it took me a while to figure out how to find you all! I am really excited about joining this group.
Here is one of my cakes that I had an issue with....keping straight lines on the cake board. (and I now realize I need to do something besides foil on my cakeboards!!)
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1367771
TIA
Cindy
I have just finished reading the 5 pages of this thread, it took me a while to figure out how to find you all! I am really excited about joining this group.
Here is one of my cakes that I had an issue with....keping straight lines on the cake board. (and I now realize I need to do something besides foil on my cakeboards!!)
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1367771
TIA
Cindy
Welcome Cindy!! Below, I have posted the rule to the group!! Enjoy and I can't wait to see your 3 cakes!!
Hi and Welcome.
At this point, you should choose three cakes that'd you'd like us to critique and post the titles and/or links here. Then, as you post pics. of new cakes, make a post here letting us know you've posted so we can go and give you feedback.
You can just jump right in with critiquing other members' cakes as well.
When you post descriptions under your new pictures or comments on other members' cakes, please post that you are a "Critique Subgroup Member." This sort of explains why the comments are more in depth and specific and we think it helps other non-members see that we're asking for these comments and no one is just being rude or overly critical.
I hope I have explained this well enough. Ask more questions if you have them and please just jump right in!
Here are the rules/guidelines.
Standards we look at:
1.) Creativity (original design or clever adaptation of another idea) is interesting and pleasing. What might work better.
2.) Clean not cluttered or overdone, neat and skillful.
3.) Suitable degree of difficulty for skill level. Are you pushing yourself.
4.) Proper use of tips i.e. control, pressure and technique.
5.) Color choice and use, mixed well without streaking, compliments the design.
6.) Smooth coat without crumbs.
7.) Attention to details.
8.) Attention to cake board.
9.) Overall appearance.
Finally
*Remember to keep the board clear of casual chitchat.
*Keep the critique to the original ideas listed above and if you can not get to a cake don't panic, there are several of us now so don't feel stressed because we still get a good critique.
*Next, do not feel that you are not qualified to give a critique even if you have never tried the technique because when you comment not only the other person sees it from a different point of view but you do also.
*And finally, last but not least, we have a good group going with fantastic critiques, let us remember that other CCers will see our comments and maybe it will help them improve also!
Here's a list of our current members:
Aundron
Cakemommy
CoutureCakeCreations
Daisy1993
Daveilg
Diamondsonblackvelvet13
GI
Kjt
Mommy_of_3_DDs
Pastryjen
Practiceandpatience
Sarsi
Shellzey
Shill
Sonoma9
Snowshoe1
Sylly
Tonedna
Trixyina
Xstitcher
I have really wanted to be a member of the CSM for a while now, and I just didn't know how! I would love to join if you would have me!!
Please feel free to critique the following cakes for me:
Graduation cake: http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1377773
Poker cake: http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1371071
Pirate kids birthday cake: http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1358505
Thank you so much!!
Janel
Ok - sorry I missed that 3 cake rule! I am so glad to find you all and can't wait to be a part of this group. Please feel free to critique my work, I appreciate all comments on how to improve my skills!
Here is the first one - a shower cake (buttercream with fondant bow and buttercream accents)
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1367771
2nd one - a graduation cake for a class at our local High school (buttercream with gelatin bow and fondant tassels)
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1374341
3rd cake - grooms cake that I did for a wedding (fondant with gumpaste chips and cards)
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1367777
Here's my latest. Sorry I'm so far behind. It's been crazy hectic. I'll catch up though, I promise!!!
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1378591
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1372215
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1372212
http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1359165
[quote="shill"]Here's my latest. Sorry I'm so far behind. It's been crazy hectic. I'll catch up though, I promise!!!
Shill, your "graduation" cake is the cat's meow!! What an amazing cake of details!! 
Bravo!!!!
Hey guys!! Here are 3 cakes that I've done recently:
http://www.cakecentral.com/cake-photo_1378691.html
On this briefcase; I messed up the handle and my fondant could have been smoother on the edges, but the recipient loved it
http://www.cakecentral.com/cake-photo_1378688.html
Okay, before you look at this next photo, just know, that I suck at BC!!
http://www.cakecentral.com/cake-photo_1378695.html
Aundon,
I dont know if its just me, but the last photo says it does not exist. Love the other 2
, but I'll catch up! I have really wanted to be a member of the CSM for a while now, and I just didn't know how! I would love to join if you would have me!!
Please feel free to critique the following cakes for me:
Graduation cake: http://www.cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1377773
Thank you so much!!
Janel
That little thumbs down guy jumped onto my critique un-invited...it should have been this one ...sorry, and welcome to our group!
Kathy
Here is my latest which I made for the May TD. I was not completely happy with how it came out...
http://cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1379588
TFL!
So heres a question.. If I run across a cake done by a CSM that they have not posted in the forum, would anyone want, or not want a critique on that cake??
I mean any of mine Im up for it, I just dont want to flood and upload all of them since Im behind. Any technique critique is welcomed by me personally.
Aundon,
I dont know if its just me, but the last photo says it does not exist. Love the other 2
Ooops; I'm sorry, I forgot to let you guys know, but I deleted it because it just wasn't worthy to be on CC!!
Oh and you guys can critique any of my cakes!!
Feel free to critique any of my cakes as well! Please.......
thank you all so much for the help!!!
Thanks for the replies. Sometimes I get into someones gallery on CSM and dont want to post a CSM comment if its not in the forum.
I really need to upload, I normally just load to my site so Ive got to update here with some "new" stuff.
Thanks for everyones great critiques!
Have a great weekend, Im cake free !
I am all for critiques on any of my cakes!!
I appreciate any and all input from anyone!!!!
and a big happy WELCOME!! to our new members!!
Hey all!
I know this off topic, but I just had to share something...
This morning I saw several critiques by SaraClassic one of which pointed how much I had improved over the past year and a half. Well, this sort of inspired a me to look at some of my old pictures and I just wanted to share a before and after with you guys.
This cake was made about the time I became a CSM:
http://cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1163419
This of course is the cake I made for the TD and the design is an improved version of the previous one:
http://cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=gallery&file=displayimage&pid=1379588
So for those new to this group, take to heart our critiques and keep pushing yourself because who knows where you will be in couple of years.
Thanks for all your critiques!
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