Starting off with a bit of creativity in the kitchen can lead to some lovely surprises. My journey into baking themed cakes began with my niece's deep love for mermaids. She was about to turn seven and was completely fascinated by these mythical sea creatures. Wanting to make her birthday extra special, I decided to dive into the world of mermaid-themed cakes. With some trial and error, and a lot of sprinkles and fondant, I learned quite a bit. The first mermaid cake I ever made featured a simple but colorful design with edible glitter and a fondant mermaid tail