The last five book and kit signings were such a blast. When I started the book tour the end of last year I had no idea how much fun they would be and how much I would miss meeting you guys when they were all over. Thank you so much to everyone that came out to one of the 20+ signings. Along the way I have tried to get pictures of everyone that came by to say hi and also recap each city on the site. This time I combined the last several cities in one big giant post.
San Francisco, Orlando, Phoenix, San Diego and Austin.
There are a few photos from each city below as well as slideshows of all the photos from each. Feel free to use any of the pics from flickr if you find one of yourself.
It was so great starting off the signings at Chronicle Books Headquarters in San Francisco. Say hi to Emily. She designed the kit and the notecards box sets. So so cute.
There’s nothing like watching the excitement on little ones faces when they look through the book. It’s still such a gift for me to see.
There were lots of fun and friendly faces in San Francisco.
Like sweet Melissa of Best Friends for Frosting. She did a little interview with me while she was there.
Here’s the San Francisco Slideshow…
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The Barnes and Noble in Orlando brought more friendly faces.
Like my friend Robyn from Add a Pinch. She lives out of state, but made time during her family Disney vacation to stop by. She really is the super sweetest.
And here’s Julie from The Little Kitchen. So glad to see your smiling face!
I just want to take a minute to thank everyone at all the signings over the last year or so that brought such sweet gifts to share.
You guys made me feel so special through your many talents and your kind words. I can think of several right now that even brought tears. Sweet happy tears.
Thank you. Thank you from the bottom of my happy heart.
Here’s the Orlando Slideshow…
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The Phoenix Barnes and Noble was a lot of fun, too.
These girls were a blast. They were a great group of bloggers that all came to the event together.
Cute suede shoes. Guess which ones are mine.
I met Amy of Amy Miller Designs. She makes faux cupcake ornaments and shipped some special cake pop ornaments for me a while ago. And look at these Muppets she brought to the signing. They are faux Muppet Cake Pops. And they are fantastic! I need to take a better pic and share it on Twitter.
This is Jennifer. Check out her site if you make lots and lots of cake pops at a time. She has a cake ball roller that could help you out.
It’s Phoenix. We had to have some cactus cake pops of course. Excellent use of white jimmies, Arianna!
Here’s the Phoenix Slideshow…
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San Diego. Yay!
Check out Kris. She makes the fantastic hot air balloon cake pops and much more.
And look at these Marshmallow Treats by Alejandra. Amazing.
Look at this cutie pie!
Hi there little one. So glad to meet you and your mom and learn what we have in common. Big big hug!
And sweet Julie from Jaybird Quilts. My mom and I had the most fun talking with you.
Here’s the San Diego Slideshow…
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The last book signing was in Austin at Book People.
My friends Georgia Pellegrini, The Girl Hunter and Marla of Family Fresh Cooking came with me to the signing. Love you guys! We all had plans with several more bloggers the next day for a fun Girl Hunter Getaway hosted by Georgia. More on that soon.
There was lots of signing. And some note taking, too.
There were hugs…
And even some extraordinary chickens.
Here’s the Austin Slideshow…
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That’s it for the signings. For now anyway. ; )
Oh, and big thanks for the awesome marquis sign, Book People. That was a nice surprise.
If you are near any of these stores (addresses here), I left behind some signed books and kits if you want to give them a call and see if there are any left.
If you aren’t near any of the stores, that’s ok, too. I thought I would do an end-of-the-year giveaway to anyone that wanted a chance to win some Cake Pops stuff.
I’m giving away five (5) Cake Pops gift sets that include:
A signed Cake Pops book, the Cake Pops Kit and the notecards set, too.
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And if you’ve managed to make your way this far down on the post, that’s not all.
Did you know that Cake Pops is available on the iPad? That’s not very helpful unless you have an iPad though.
So one (1) of the five winners will also win a brand new 16 gb WiFi iPad. Yay!
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Enter for a chance to win a Cake Pops Gift Set that includes a signed Cake Pops book, a Cake Pops Kit and a Cake Pops Notecard Set.
- Five (5) winners will be chosen at random to win a gift set. One (1) of the five winners will then be selected at random and will also win a 16 gb WiFi iPad in their choice of white or black. (That means 4 gift set winners and 1 gift set plus iPad winner.) Yay!
- To enter, just leave your answer to the following question in the comments section of this post.
- What is the most recent gift you’ve purchased for someone?
- Deadline to enter is Tuesday, December 20th at 8:00 P.M. ET. Sorry, Time’s Up. Winners announced below.
- The five winners will be announced sometime Tuesday evening on this post.
Good Luck!
Note: This giveaway is completely sponsored by me. Thanks y’all!
Here are the winners of the Cake Pops Gift Sets. Each of you will get a book, a kit and a notecards set. And one of you is going to also get the iPad. YAY!
Shannon T, Fenny Chandra, Alicia, Jennifer B and Tara. Congratulations on the Cake Pops Stuff!
Now for the big winner. After a random drawing, Shannon T – you win the iPad, too!
Hope you have fun with it.
gloves, warm & fuzzy!
I bought some cool purses and funky pants for my sisters!
a spiderman shirt for my nephew & an adorable moto jacket
MN Wild and Vikings shirts for my dad for Christmas.
I bought my mom a butterfly in a jar. (:
I just bought a huge tin of Almond Roca candy at Costco for a friend at work. She loved this so much she’s keeping it at work so she doesn’t have to share with her 5 kids =)
Not sure if I am too late or not but I just recently purchased as small stuffed mouse that lives in a matchbox for my daughter for Christmas.
I bought my parents a full sized professional meat slicer. Something anyone would love to have in their pantry!
Movie tickets for the teenagers.
The white house ornament for my MIL.
A rice cooker…just the other day…for my brother-in-law. :-)
Twilight card game for my company christmas party!
I bought a spa gift card to share a day with my friend so we can both treat ourselves during pregnancy!
I just received a babycakes cake pops maker as a gift at our annual Christmas party. I plan to make reindeer pops this weekends as one of our food items to take to oour family Christmas gathering Friday evening. I know I am too late for the contest … just wanted to say it seems like a rather generous contest. My last gist purchased was a collage blanket I created for my Mom. Merry Christmas to you all.
I purchased a Sonic giftcard for my husband. Him and my 2 1/2 year old son go there for ‘daddy drinks’ each week.
Oh man, this is such an awesome giveaway!
The most recent thing I purchased for someone was stuffed animals for my niece and nephews while I was on my honeymoon in Key West a few weeks ago!
A leather iPad cover for my step father:) yummy mushy soft leather.
i shopped for my daughters stocking treats last night! she’s gone for a few days and i get to be mommy/santa! xoxo i love my girl!
I bought a Nook for my son…
You are an inspiration to us all!
Clothes for my brother
I go my boyfriend a Star Trek T-shirt for Christmas
I bought Playdo Drill & Fill for my son for Christmas. Good luck to me!
I bought a good friend a ginger lotion set. Smells delish!
I was assigned to be the Secret Santa of a friend who had been my roommate on an overnight trip. I bought her a few of her favorite vending machine snacks that she had sent me to get on the trip. Poptarts, Dr. Pepper and M&M’s. She loved it!
Today I bought a Batman belt that lights up for my son, who will be 5 years old on Friday!
Best wishes for a wonderful 2012!
I bought your book, yes your Cake Pops for my aunt for Christmas! yay!
Today purchased “Going on a Bear Hunt” and “Harry the Dirty Dog” for our little cousin. Thanks for the opportunity!
A video game for my son’s birthday
a bottle of wine! goes very well with cake pops!! Cheers!
Lots of baking supplies to make lots of cookies for family and friends!
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& a toy dinosaur for my son :)
i always bought things (that i consider) they will love to have, because i like to watch their excitement face and laught when they open it. i love my family.
a sweater and tank top for my little sister
The last gift I purchased were pj’s for my cousin.
The last gift I purchased are UGGs for my niece!
I bought a gag gift for work – Snuggie.
I bought plastic food containers.
The most recent gift I bought was a grey Cincinnati baseball cap for my bf.
The most recent gift I got was family pictures for my mom.
The last gift I bought was supplies to make cookies for all my best friends at our annual cookie sway!!
I went to Target on my lunch hour today and got my mom some of those touch screen gloves that have the special ‘stuff’ on the thumb and pointer finger so you can use your iPhone without having to take your gloves off. They rock! And they’re hot pink…bonus. =)
Candy!
canvas artwork for a friend needing encouragement
Gift cards for the teachers!
A pair of fluffy slippers for my daughter.
I’m sure I’m too late but I just bought my brother a baking sheet for his new apartment.
Just bought some books for my little baby.
My last purchase was for my grandson’s Christmas..but he would love to have an I-pad
Last gift was for my oldest son(9) and it’s new pencils, and art supplies so he can design cars.
VODKA!!! BEST GIFT FOR A BOSS LOL
Thanks for the chance to win! Last gift i bought for xmas this year is a set of over sized legos for my 2 yr old son! :o)
I purchase a cute sweater for my mom at oldnavy and a graphic tee for my step dad on karmaloop.com next I still have some shopping to do. Btw cute shoes :)
A sock monkey toque with a mohawk for my little brother.
An Amazon gift card for my sister in law (who is an iPhone fanatic), but who is also taking care of my brother who is in the last stages of cancer in Atlanta. I call him every day just to say I love you.
I believe it was a Captain America toy for my son. He’ll be thrilled!
a special tool for punching holes in chestnuts before they are roasted. no more exploding in the oven!
Just this afternoon I bought a hat and gloves for my cutie pie cousin Jake. He’s sure to look very smooth in them.
Wine! You really are the most amazing person….best, best of luck to you.
The last Christmas gift I had to get was for my Dad – I got him a book about the Seattle Photography Club. I think he’ll love it!
A Jo-Ann’s gift card for my aunt.
I actually purchased a beautiful silver necklace today as a gift…. for myself! I rarely treat myself…. so today was a special day for me! Thanks for the chance to win!
I just bought hand painted pottery for my mother-in-law.
I just bought my boyfriend a mini jumping brain vinyl art toy. He’ll be so surprised and excited!
Most recent gift I bought was some Williams-Sonoma Maple syrup for my boss! :) Thank you for sharing all your wonderful ideas and thoughts!
Oh my goodness! Thanks for the giveaway! I was sorry to have missed you in San Diego- my flight came in an hour or so after your signing. :( Anyway, the last Christmas gift I bought was a tablet cover for my best friend… she got your Cakepops book for Christmas last year! :)
I bought a home depot gift card for my dad because my parents are building a new house!
Thanks for the time you spend on your blog!
The most recent gift I bought was a gift certificate spa day for a friend who really deserves some pampering!!!
I just finished making a photography book of my mom’s favorite pictures. It arrived today, and looks fantastic! She really wanted it so I am very excited to see her reaction.
I just bought my boyfriend and my dad both cast iron skillets! excited to see what they can whip up in them. :)
Wish I had know you were in Austin! I would have made the trip up. Have a Merry Christmas!
Oh, and I bought my daughter a bunch of Hunger Games items. We can’t wait for the movie!
The last gift I bought was a set of warm pj and a box a chocolate.
Technically Crabby Patty Gummies for stocking stuffers. But gift gift would be Nano Hex Bugs starter set for my oldest son.
A 4-slice toaster for my wife…
I swear – she asked for one!!
I got my boyfriend a new dog collar and lease :) So excited to see if he likes it!!
I got my sister 2 cake pans, and she loves them :)
I bought a remote control car for my son
New t-shirts for my husband!!
Bought mom some perfume, the nephews got some video games, clothes for my sons, and gift cards for some others…busy morning today!
The last Christmas present I bought was a gift certificate to a restaurant. I’m entering this contest because my wife made me…she loves your book and website.
You have such a fun website! I actually just ordered a shirt for my mom! Merry Christmas!!
Today I got a nutcracker for my daughterinlaw.
I just finished my shopping with gift cards to Tim Hortons for the coffee lovers on my list.
My dad loves See’s candies, so my next stop is to get some for his stocking!
The last present I bought was a Christmas apron for my daughter who loves to help me in the kitchen.
The most recent gift I’ve bought for someone was a copy of a Perals Before Swine book for my DH for Christmas.
I’m glad you had so much fun on your book tour!
Hi. The last gift I purchased was crystal nail files for my mother and mother-in-law which I’m tucking away for mother’s day as their Christmas gifts are already sorted. What a great giveaway! I trust you have a wonderful and restful Christmas. All the best for 2012.
I just bought a Star Wars T-shirt for my cousin
I bought this Cake Pops book for my 3 girls for Christmas – Oops I mean, Santa bought this book for my girls :) Looking forward to making some fun pops with them!
I bought the baking needs i needed to make cake pops and truffle treats so my three kids and \i can make gifts for our friends and family, It so much fun when u see how excited the kids get when they get to get there hand right in there. :o)
The most recent gift I bought someone was a card; short and sweet, but to the point.
My most recent gift purchase was cupcake ice skate decorations from Etsy. So my daughter could make special cupcakes for her little friend. They came out great and my daughter was thrilled
I purchased a Kindle gift card today for my spunky 87 year old grandma who’s diggin’ her new Kindle Fire! Happy Holidays to you and yours!
I got my mom a Vera Bradley purse and a sweater that she has been wanting. Her birthday is the day after Christmas so it makes it hard to find 2 perfect gifts!
This morning I got my very pregnant friend (like, she’s going in tomorrow for her C-section) a pedicure. Of course I had to get one too…
Just waiting by my door for the ups for my mothers sephora order =)
I got a pinypon doll is a real small doll she didnt ask for more just That merry christmas!!!!!!!
I bought some makeup for my wife.
Gift Cards!
I bought a Connect 4 game for my daughter this afternoon.
Iphone cover!!!!!!
The most recent gift I bought for someone was sneakers! After quite a few years, I figured it was time for my husband to get a new pair. Super glue can’t always cut it (or so he’s learning).
A photograph from the 1930’s.
I bought a star war toy and a figit friend for my kids.
Gifts for my family from Israel!
DVD set of Die Hard movies!
I made a photobook for my cousin who’s football team finished as State Runner’s -Up on Saturday…Go Eagles!
An anthropologie shirt for my sister!
Quesadilla makers for my daughters! Merry Christmas!
I love that kit! and it would amazing to meet you :)
I bought a ” It’s a boy” balloon for my nina(godmother). She is having a baby boy today. I will have a new cousin in about an hour! I am so excited! :D
Crazy wild decorated wine glasses– one that say “queen” and the other “is it Friday yet” with matching charms. For my girlfriends at work. So appropriate for them
yesterday i bought the polar express book for my 3 month old nephew for his parents to read to him! one of my favorite christmas stories :)
My wife a Bakerella T-shirt! ;)
This is so sweet of you I bought a star wars for my son and a figit friend for my little girl.
I bought a customized painting for my sister :-)
The last present i bought was some chocolate spoons for my best friend-I know she will love them :)
by the way Bakerella ive been meaning to write and thank you for a while, ages ago I made that 12 layer cake for my freind (same friend i got the spoons for!) and i havent really baked much before so I was a wee bit nervous about how it would turn out! But it worked wonderfully and it was so exciting so thankyou very much for sharing your skills :) xx
I bought a mug from Starbucks for my Daddy! :)
Just a couple of days ago, I bought winter coats for all of my boys!
I just bought a bottle of wine for a white elephant gift exchange!
I bought a star war toy for my son.
My Christmas present for my boyfriend was me :) I bought a plane ticket out to go see him!
I bought a new pair of tennis shoes for my husband:)
I bought an indoor hopscotch mat for one of my best friend’s daughter–she loves drawing the hopscotch board on the sidewalk with chalk, but since it’s too cold to be outside, I thought she would love an inside version!
the last presents i bought for christmas was a bunch of nips, it finished off all my shopping. i bought so many different ones including: fluffed marshmallow, cake, cherry whiped and chambord
Just helped my 4 year old pick out a Singamajig for his sister as a present “from him”, and secretly bought him one as a Christmas surprise from her.
I got my boyfriend the iPad 2 for his birthday as a surprise because he really wanted it!
HAPPY HOLIDAY’S
BAKERELLA
I bought new pjs for my family. It is our tradition to open a present on Christmas Eve. They are always new pajamas for Christmas morning.
I bought a fishing rod and reel for my daughter. She can’t wait to go fishing!
I bought my boyfriend a slim wallet. It doesn’t sound very exciting but he really enjoys it. He is constantly patting his butt to make sure he still has it. haha
The most recent gift I’ve purchased, is a bounce house for my twins. They are going to LOVE IT!
Gold toe socks for my husbands stocking. :)
The last present I bought was something for my soon to be step sister! It was a book about how to draw horses that came with pencils and a horse model. She loves horses!
I bought an XBOX live membership for my husband — for his birthday — in February. I had a baby a few weeks ago so I had my Christmas shopping done waaaaaay in advance!
I just bought some cologne for my husband for a stocking stuffer!
Last gift bought was pastel chalks for my little sister.
Awesome!
The most recent gift I have purchased for someone is…a puppy dog pillow pet. Cute, but you cannot eat him! ;)
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Last gift bought was a digital picture frame for my momma :)
I bought some gifts cards for some people at work! I am still not finished! Gotta get busy!
I just bought Snow tubing certificates for family! Thank you for the opportunity. Happy Holidays!
I bought a really cool decorative hourglass for my dad and a big mixing bowl for my mom!
Hey, Bakerella! I’m around 12 (sorry, I can’t share too much private info. :) ) , and I absolutely LOVE you. The last gift I purchased for someone was a bunch of things for my family, all in one go, including flowers for crafting, yarn, candles, candy, candy, and candy. That was about 2 weeks ago! I did make gifts sooner than that. I gave all my friends necklaces made of designer safety pins, and everyone was thrilled. Thank you for hosting a giveaway! Love your books, kits, and ideas. Merry Christmas!
-Jbug
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An angry birds t shirt for my son
I got some earring for my best friend!
a sound machine for my bro and sis and law…..they are expecting a little one in may. merry christmas!
a tea party set for my niece!
The last gift I bought was a scarf kit for my mom to weave on her loom. Merry Christmas!
I bought my girlfriend a spudbob squarepants. She has an odd collection of Mr. Potato Heads.
The last gift I bought was a silver necklace w/ a topaz pendant and matching topaz earrings for my boss. She’s fabulous, it was well deserved!
I just bought some Starbucks Breakfast Blend ground coffee for my roommate and bestfriend! Also, I unfortunately had to buy myself a present of a new tire :(
A pair of earphones for my daughter.
I bought my partner some work pants because he is about to become a teacher!
But… The last gift I received (it was my birthday party) was a cupcake apron hand sewn by two of my bestest friends! i also got a Donna Hay cake stand! I;m a very lucky girl who is 25 tomorrow!!!!
2 Calphalon pans for my husband’s family
I purchased a princess kitchen for my daughter.
A last minute Elmo book for an old friend’s daughter. She’s just turned two and is Elmo-crazy!
A lalaloopsy doll for my 7 yr old!
I most recently bought some baking books for my sister for christmas so that she can impress all her college friend by making treats :)
I can’t afford gifts for everyone this year, so I bought loads of yummie food, and is going to prepare a nice steak dinner for the whole family for Christmas Dinner ^_^
The last gift I bought was The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword for my boyfriend. :) He’s waiting on pins and needles for this weekend to come so he can open it.
I bought my best friend lunch :)
Cold Stone Creamery Gift Cards for stocking stuffers.
The last thing I bought was a gift set from The Body Shop.
The most recent gift I’ve bought is a book for my sister’s Christmas present. She’s wanted it for a while, and I hope she loves it :)
Sweatpants for my dad!
The last gift I purchased was some clothes for my niece! Thanks, Bakerella for all that you do and who you are! You are an amazing inspiration! Happy Holidays! :)
I bought my best friend some chocolates :D
Fertile Earth herb garden for a secret santa.
i bought my hubby kung fu panda 2!
Martha Stewart glitter set for an artsy cousin
A box of chocolates and a great sweater for my guy!
Baking supplies to make tins of candy and cookies for my friends and family :)
I bought a box of chocolates for my friends birthday :)
I bought necklaces for my wonderful co-workers, and books for my mom!
Uggs! Can’t wait for her to open them!
Thanks for the contest/prizes!! :D
A polka dot Christmas ornament today, that will be perfect and fun for my niece.
A peanut butter filled bone for my friend’s dog Kody. Happy Holidays!
Cake Pop Books for all my friends of course!!!!
pink pig spatula and whisk for my 4 year old niece!! next it’s a cake pop book for her!!!!
The last gift I bought was a padded bike seat for my mom’s spinning class. Exciting!
I just purchased a charm for my 17 year old son’s girlfriend’s charm bracelet (that he bought her for Christmas). (Wow, that sounds confusing!) :)
the last gift i purchased was a starbucks gift card for my dad he loves starbucks as much as he loves cakepops!
some chocolate for stocking stuffers for both of my boys! it’s the neatest willy wonka chocolate bars that you have a chance to win a golden ticket in!! so cute.
Bought my best friend a handmade Snitch bracelet from Etsy (: She’s huge into Harry Potter, and we both prefer handmade things to store bought ones!
I bought a gift certificate for a trendy restaurant in Tel Aviv, Israel. It was for my brother and his wife’s birthdays.
Thanks for the giveaway!
I recently bought a snowman platter for a friend at work.
My sister-in-law is getting one of your books from Zinnia’s in Scotts Valley from me!
Shhh! I can’t tell. She is a fan of this blog.
I bought my 8 year old niece 2 pairs of pants. She’s growing so fast.
A Tricycle for my 2 years old son :)
A digital camera for my parents. The last one on my list!
The most recent gift I’ve bought (or well, will be buying today) is a wii points card for my boyfriend. And if that sounds like a crazy-lame present for someone, he has to wade through a scavenger hunt of hand drawn video game illustrations and chocolate gold coins to get it.
I had an apron made for my Mom! It’s way cute!
I just bought some reindeer shaped treats for my dog!
I made an apron for my niece, who is an aspiring baker! And caramels for all the teachers at school! Joyous and Merry Christmas!
I just purchased lots of sugar, flour, and chocolate to make yummy baked goods for neighbors and family. Thank you Angie and I wish you a very Merry and Blessed Christmas!!!!
Love this site and your wonderful creations..my girls and I are having a lot of fun trying to recreate some of these….Anywho…the last gift I bought was last night for my father in law (love that man!) and it was a Jimmy Buffet T-shirt and Margarittaville coffee.
a cat tree for my sister
A yoga top for my oldest sister!
A Nixon watch for the fiancee :)
i got my sister a kindle for her birthday! :)
A cashmere sweater for my Mom :)