Cupbakes by Sarah

There’s something about a 70th birthday that feels… different.

It isn’t just a celebration — it’s a gathering of decades. Of stories told and retold. Of hands that have held families together, recipes that have been passed down, moments that have quietly shaped everything that came after.

Floral cupcakes felt important for this one because flowers have always carried meaning. They mark time. They honour people. They say the things that words sometimes can’t.

And buttercream flowers… they feel even more personal.

Each one is made slowly, intentionally — petal by petal — much like the life being celebrated. Not rushed. Not perfect. But full of care, patience, and quiet beauty.

For me, creating florals for a 70th isn’t about making something “pretty.”
It’s about creating something that feels like a reflection of a life well lived.

Soft. Layered. Thoughtful.
A little nostalgic.

The kind of beauty that doesn’t need to shout to be deeply felt.

And in a small way, it’s my way of honouring the women who came before us too — the ones who baked, gathered, nurtured, and created moments around tables… just like this one.

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Seventy years, gathered in florals and buttercream.

A box of blooms to honour a life well lived — soft petals in blush, cream and apricot, each one piped thoughtfully with nostalgia and memories at heart… like the celebration they are for.

There’s something so special about marking a milestone this way — not just with something sweet, but with something that feels like it’s been made for the moment.

A quiet celebration. A beautiful pause. A little piece of joy to share 🤍

Happy 70th — may your days continue to be filled with warmth, love, and moments worth savouring.

Eighteen, wrapped in a little extra elegance ✨

These deluxe swirls were piped in delicious vanilla buttercream — rich tones, soft shine, and just enough detail to feel special before the box is even opened.

Because turning 18 deserves something that feels a little elevated… a little unforgettable 🤍

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A little behind the details for those who love the process:
Boxes + foil cups: via
Piping tips:
Piping bags: via

Colours by .co
Gunmetal blue (pastel blue + black)
Deep brown (dark brown + olive green)

Silver nonpareils:
Happy birthday discs:

Sustenance after completion via a Pistachio loaded cookie 🍪 from 🤣