Jewelry on a cake! Lindy Smith, the ever-inventive cake designer and author, unveils 15 colorfully embellished cakes in her book Cakes to Inspire and Desire. Each is beautifully photographed and has several steps within several stages.

"Small wonders" or mini/gift cakes and variations for each design accompany each cake, including the popular "Wonky Cakes" or free-form cakes. No matter how complex the design, Smith clearly explains each detail of design and construction. To ensure success, a photograph accompanies each step. Her important reference section contains recipes and instructions necessary for success, especially in sculpting "Wonky Cakes" and making jewelry