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Bargain Sentimental

Adding a personal touch saves money, induces gratitude

Implications - With the economy remaining bleak, people are not willing to spend as much on fancy gifts; they are, however, willing to go the extra mile for something that won't cost much, but shows they care. Homemade goods, or items that show that thought has been put in, go a long way in the impact department.
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2,453,580 Total Clicks
Mar 09 - Sep 09
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Maternity Cakes - Pregnant Belly Baking for Your Next Baby Shower
SCORE 6.4
Warm 156,940 Clicks Pub: Apr 25, 09
Maternity Cakes
Pregnant Belly Baking for Your Next Baby Shower
The idea of cutting into a cake shaped like a pregnant woman’s belly is just plain wrong, even for a fan of the Cesarean section! This collection of cakes just creeps me out. What's more, they all… [More]
Haute Couture Cupcakes - From Chanel to Louis Vuitton, Sweet Fashion-Inspired Desserts
SCORE 6.7
Warm 75,074 Clicks Pub: Jun 16, 09
Haute Couture Cupcakes
From Chanel to Louis Vuitton, Sweet Fashion-Inspired Desserts
Eat your favorite designer with these delectable desserts. What a treat for a true fashionista! You can choose any one from Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Christian Louboutin to Agent Provocateur and Betsey… [More]
'World of Warcraft' Cakes - This Cake Wrecks Collection Will Make You Say WoW
SCORE 6.5
Warm 56,855 Clicks Pub: Sep 6, 09
'World of Warcraft' Cakes
This Cake Wrecks Collection Will Make You Say WoW
This morning, Cake Wrecks featured an assortment of 'World of Warcraft' cakes, and they're sure to make you say WoW. (Get it?) From laptops atop stacks of 'World of Warcraft' self-help books to wood-grain… [More]
Storytelling Cupcakes - Nursery Rhyme-Themed Baked Goods Are Gorgeous Works of Edible Art
SCORE 5.5
Warm 40,883 Clicks Pub: Mar 30, 09
Storytelling Cupcakes
Nursery Rhyme-Themed Baked Goods Are Gorgeous Works of Edible Art
I have serious cupcake envy with these nursery cupcakes that were clearly made by a really talented cook. All of these cupcakes are themed on different nursery rhymes, and a quick click through the gallery… [More]
Musical Cakes - Mom Makes 'Rock Band' Birthday Cake for Gamer Son
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Warm 14,749 Clicks Pub: Aug 25, 09
Musical Cakes
Mom Makes 'Rock Band' Birthday Cake for Gamer Son
"Rock Band" fans all over the world will appreciate this birthday cake. The cake, which is shaped like a set of "Rock Band" drums, was made by a mother for her son (who clearly spends a lot of his time… [More]
Hungry Caterpillar Cupcakes - Canadian Baker Creates Custom Dessert Delights
SCORE 5.1
Warm 47,000 Clicks Pub: Apr 11, 09
Hungry Caterpillar Cupcakes
Canadian Baker Creates Custom Dessert Delights
After a little detective work, I learned that these caterpillar cupcakes are the work of Vancouver, BC-based Lyndsay Sung of Coco Cake Cupcakes. Cowbag, aka Cakehead Loves Evil, spotted the great caterpillar… [More]
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