Narcissus and Mimosa Blossoms



March 8 is a major day of global celebration for the economic, political and social achievements of women.

I learnt about this event from one of my favourite blogger Asha of "Foodies Hope" and it motivated me to make a small contribution my way..Sugarcrafted Narcissus flowers and Mimosa Blossoms.

The International Women's Day event is being hosted by lovely Zorra from "kochtopf". In her own words " Yellow" because on this day in Southern countries there is the tradition to give sprigs of bright yellow Mimosa flowers to women. The flowers are intended as a sign of respect and also an expression of solidarity with the women in their support for oppressed women worldwide.

During my recent trip to Nainital I saw beautiful Yellow Narcissus in full bloom and that was what immediately came to my mind.

I also made some mimosa flowers as they signify this day.

Thanks Zorra for hosting this lovely event.

Wishing all of you a very Happy Women's Day...

47 comments:

  1. FHMarch 9, 2008 at 5:13 AM

    Beautiful swati, great entry. You still can send this today, I think 9th is the last day. I am glad you worked at this for the event!:)

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  2. Valerie Harrison (bellini)March 9, 2008 at 9:41 PM

    Yes, I was supposed to make something yellow for this event as well...sometimes life gets away from you. This is beautiful what you have accomplished :D

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  3. zorra vom kochtopfMarch 10, 2008 at 1:21 AM

    Wow, wow, wow! Just wonderful!

    Thank you for your participation in IWD.

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  4. AnonymousMarch 10, 2008 at 1:39 AM

    swati. Lovely gesture for such a symbolic day. Beauty in yellow. The colors of the morning sun. The flowers are exquisite. I feel that some more green in the background would have been better. Love the expression of joy in your heart that you recreate with sugarcraft.

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  5. SwatiMarch 10, 2008 at 5:22 AM

    Dear Asha
    You are a true inspiration...I am really happy to participate in the event.
    A special thanks to you.

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  6. SwatiMarch 10, 2008 at 5:26 AM

    Dear Bellini

    Thanks so much and am glad to participate in such a noble cause..Gotta know about the Live strong with a taste of yellow event from your blog and look forward to the round up.
    See ya soon.

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  7. SwatiMarch 10, 2008 at 5:27 AM

    Zorra
    Am so happy that you liked it..Will look forward to the round up on 11th..Cheers to a great event!!

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  8. SwatiMarch 10, 2008 at 5:29 AM

    Hi Anonymous

    Thanks for stopping by..Completely agree with the green leaves bit as I was in a big rush to click snaps and send for the event..glad that you like the flowers!!

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  9. BharathyMarch 10, 2008 at 8:49 AM

    LOVEEEEELY!...what else can I say??:)

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  10. CakespyMarch 10, 2008 at 9:36 AM

    Wow, those are gorgeous! I wouldn't have even realized they weren't "real" flowers!! Nice work.

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  11. RosieMarch 10, 2008 at 10:31 AM

    Oh swati this is beautiful and you always take my breath away with your creations! Great entry!!

    Rosie x

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  12. ShilpaMarch 10, 2008 at 8:20 PM

    Beautiful flowers Swati. Love them. Really I am so sad now that I paid a hefty amount for cake decorating classes here and the decorations I learnt were too basic compared to these. Anyway..sometime in future I want to take these classes from you :)

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  13. RachelMarch 11, 2008 at 12:24 AM

    Great entry swati!

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  14. sraMarch 11, 2008 at 7:22 AM

    Those are really beautiful, and look so soothing! You've got great talent, Swati!

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  15. PoojaMarch 11, 2008 at 11:55 AM

    That looks so beautiful Swati.
    Yellow is my all time fav color too. Nice to see your lovely creation .
    keep blogging with more nice things :)

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  16. SiaMarch 12, 2008 at 1:27 AM

    swati, ur attention to detail is simply superb. keep up the good job. i loved each and every creation of urs u postd in ur blog:)

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  17. ChamMarch 12, 2008 at 8:42 AM

    Hi Swati,
    I just admire ur skills and creativity :) U got 2 have so much of patience. The blossoms are wonderful :)

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  18. CakelawMarch 12, 2008 at 2:46 PM

    These are just beautiful Swati - just like spring.

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  19. FaeryMarch 12, 2008 at 5:27 PM

    Perfect, beautiful I love these flowers.There is a cake called mimosa cake that was made to celebrate the IWD

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  20. Susan from Food BloggaMarch 12, 2008 at 5:52 PM

    This is a most elegant entry, Swati.

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  21. SwatiMarch 13, 2008 at 2:30 AM

    Thank all of you to leave such nice trail of comments..The IWD round up is out and I feel great to be a part of it!!
    Yes Faery I did see the mimosa tart which was there.. :)

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  22. VijiMarch 13, 2008 at 9:48 AM

    Very creative swati and neat work. Viji

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  23. FinlaMarch 13, 2008 at 12:11 PM

    Just wonderful.

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  24. SwatiMarch 13, 2008 at 8:35 PM

    Thanks a lot Viji!!
    Happy Cook nice to see you here after such a long time :)

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  25. CynthiaMarch 14, 2008 at 5:17 AM

    I hope you had a great IWD and you are among the many phenomenal women I know.

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  26. Kajal@aapplemintMarch 14, 2008 at 7:28 AM

    Oh how sweet of you to make this specially for the 8th !!! U are too talented. How do you do it ?

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  27. RaksMarch 14, 2008 at 1:26 PM

    Looks just perfect as usual! So creative Swati!

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  28. AnonymousMarch 17, 2008 at 12:39 AM

    hi swati

    these flowers are really lovely I hv done a sugarcraft icing course but did not learn to make such beautiful flowers would like to know if you will be having a workshop in mumbai so that I can register myself

    woudl really appreciate a response

    Regards
    Rashi

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  29. AnithaMarch 17, 2008 at 4:54 AM

    Excellent work Swati!! Those flowers look spring-y :-). We are eagerly waiting for spring here. Love the presentation.

    Anitha

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  30. KalpanaMarch 17, 2008 at 5:15 AM

    My belated IWD Wishes...... :)

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  31. skoraq cooksMarch 17, 2008 at 1:11 PM

    Im speechless. Those really look like real flowers. Bravo!

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  32. MaggieMarch 18, 2008 at 1:18 PM

    Truly beautiful flowers. Breathtaking.

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  33. krystynaMarch 18, 2008 at 5:05 PM

    Yellow is beautiful at Spring, looks like warm and sun.
    Yours is amazing!

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  34. SwatiMarch 18, 2008 at 8:38 PM

    Dearest Cynthia
    Thanks a ton!! You are an amazing woman..Look forward to your book ..

    Kate ..I love your baking Dear..Your presentations are very eye catching!!

    Raks thanks a lot dear.

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  35. SwatiMarch 18, 2008 at 8:44 PM

    Rashi..I am so glad that you already have done a course on sugarcraft..It will be much easier for you to learn the further aspects of it now...
    Do send me an email on sugarcraftindia@gmail.com so that I can reply you with details.

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  36. SwatiMarch 18, 2008 at 8:48 PM

    Anitha, thanks so much.
    I love the bright colors that ou use for your cakes...they look very cheerful :)

    Kalpana, Jo, Margaret, Krystyna thanks to all of you.
    I really appreciate your stopping by.

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  37. angela & peterMarch 19, 2008 at 1:47 AM

    Fabulous work, its so exciting to see.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Angela

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  38. AnonymousMarch 19, 2008 at 11:08 PM

    Di

    Awesome work !!The arrangement looks so real..
    But I guess u shud hav taken a couple of closer shots too.. Wud hav appreciated yur work even more ;)

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  39. SeenaMarch 21, 2008 at 4:46 AM

    Beautiful, Swati..! Very simple too..:)

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  40. SwatiMarch 21, 2008 at 5:40 AM

    Dear Angela
    Thanks so much.

    Smita

    I know the close ups are missing :)
    I wasn't happy with the snaps so let them be..Next time dear sis!!

    Seena

    Oh yes, this was simple to make but I liked the overall effect of it..Simple things always stand out :)

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  41. HULYAMarch 22, 2008 at 10:55 AM

    Dear Swati,
    I really love your designs.They are all a sight for sore eyes!I've added you to my link list.Love from Turkiye,izmir :-)))(MUTFAKTA BIRI MI VAR??? )

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  42. Coffee and VanillaMarch 22, 2008 at 1:04 PM

    Swati, that is beautiful!!
    Margot

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  43. AnonymousMarch 23, 2008 at 9:48 AM

    Wow the arrangement of the flower on the image was really adorable. The combination of Narcissus flowers and Mimosa Blossoms are really a wonderful idea.

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  44. AnonymousMarch 26, 2008 at 2:42 AM

    Hello Swati,
    Those flowers speak of your matchless creativity. Nobody can guess that those are not real ones. Keep up the great work that you are doing!

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  45. Coffee and VanillaApril 5, 2008 at 12:45 PM

    Beautiful cakes Swati, like always :)
    I started recently making things from polymer clay... flowers and fruits but I haven't use it for 15 years now so I need a little bit more practice.
    You can see them at:
    http://www.flickr.com/photos/coffeeandvanilla/

    Enjoy your weekend, Margot

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  46. maybelles momApril 14, 2008 at 5:23 PM

    What beautiful flowers...I am amazed at how realistic your flowers are.

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  47. Swati Raman GargApril 17, 2008 at 8:23 PM

    hey me too glad to have somebody with the same name ... but am nobody infront of u .... u r a genius... unbelievable... can i too learn these...

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