Gypsophila Dreams: Why Cake Smash Sessions Are the Perfect First Birthday Celebration
First birthdays are a once-in-a-lifetime milestone, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a cake smash session! Last year, I had the joy of creating a simple yet beautiful setup for a little one’s big day, featuring a pretty gypsophila cake surround that I made on the morning of the shoot.
From the moment the family walked into my garden studio, the scene was set for an unforgettable celebration. The soft white blooms of gypsophila, delicately arranged around the cake, created a dreamy atmosphere that perfectly complemented the sweetness of the occasion. It was a simple yet sophisticated theme that allowed the birthday star—and their personality—to truly shine.
Why Choose a Cake Smash for Your Little One?
Cake smashes are about more than just adorable photos. They’re a chance to:
Celebrate a Milestone: Your baby’s first birthday marks an incredible year of growth and love. A cake smash session lets you pause and commemorate this special time.
Capture Genuine Joy: Watching a little one explore the textures, tastes, and fun of their very own cake creates authentic, smile-worthy moments.
Create Timeless Memories: With a beautifully styled setup, you’ll have stunning photos to treasure for years to come.
The Magic of Gypsophila
For this session, I wanted to create something truly unique. The gypsophila (commonly known as baby’s breath) added a soft, natural elegance to the setup, perfectly framing the birthday cake and enhancing the timeless feel of the photos. The minimalist, floral theme kept the focus on the little one while adding a touch of sophistication.
Behind the Scenes : Creating the gypsophila cake surround :)
Planning Your Cake Smash Session
When you book a cake smash session with me, you’re not just getting a photoshoot—you’re getting a fully tailored experience. Whether you dream of a floral theme like this gypsophila setup, a bold and colorful design, or something completely unique, I’ll work with you to bring your vision to life.
Each session includes:
A customized setup that reflects your little one’s personality or your family’s style.
A beautiful, baby-safe cake ready for smashing. As a vegan myself I also offer plant-based cakes. Cake are decorated with buttercream in a colour to match your theme
High-quality photos capturing every laugh, messy handprint, and frosting-covered smile.
Don’t Wait—Spots Fill Up Fast!
Cake smash sessions are incredibly popular, and my calendar fills up quickly. If your little one’s first birthday is coming up, now is the perfect time to book your session. Let’s create memories as sweet as your baby and as unique as your family! Please be aware, I will be on Maternity Leave for May, June and the first half of July. For July, August & September I will only be offering sessions to returning clients! (This is for 2025) Also don’t forget that if you had your newborn session with myself you get 10% off the Cake Smash Package ;)
