Since cotton candy is mostly air, a small initial quantity of sugar generates a tremendously greater final volume, causing servings to be physically large and voluminous. A typical serving on a stick is approximately one ounce/30 grams and contains roughly 115 dietary calories. It is sometimes sold in bags containing several servings.  Cotton candy is often served at fairgrounds or circuses. Food coloring is used to change the natural white color. A similar confectionery is the Persian Pashmak, and the Turkish Pişmaniye, although the latter is made with flour in addition to sugar.

Local Wilton Method Classes

We’ve made the world’s most popular cake decorating courses better than ever!

We’ve just launched a completely refreshed Wilton Method cake decorating class program that makes learning to decorate even easier and more fun! Let our friendly Wilton Method instructors help you experience the thrill of creating cakes and treats that will delight your friends and family—even if you’ve never decorated before!

The new Wilton method courses feature:

• A fun, friendly, experience! - Anyone can do it!
• Streamlined curriculum
• More practice time with your instructor
• Exciting new techniques
• More hands-on activity
• Easy ways to decorate cookies & cupcakes

You don’t have to be a chef or even experienced in the kitchen to decorate a cake, cookie, cupcake or brownie. The Wilton Method of Cake Decorating will teach you all of the techniques to make treats that will amaze your friends and family —even if you’ve never decorated before!

You’ll find that it is easy to perfect every technique—we’ve organized each lesson to help you build skills at the right pace. We’ve even added more practice time with instructors to help you succeed!

The first course, Course 1: Decorating Basics, is your starting point and will cover topics such as fundamentals in baking a cake, making icing and using a decorating bag. From there you will use a variety of decorating tips to make stars, borders, flowers and pipe messages.

Once the first series of classes is completed you can extend the excitement and fun by taking one of our three other classes,Course 2: Flowers and Cake Design, Course 3: Gum Paste and Fondant or Course 4: Advanced Gum Paste Flowers Wilton Method Courses.

Flowers and Cake Design encompasses both traditional and contemporary design. It focuses on making flowers primarily with royal icing. Additionally, you will learn how to choose colors for your cake as well as positioning the elements of decoration – the message, flowers and embellishments, borders and side treatments - which will all impact the final look and ultimately the success of your cake design.

Gum Paste and Fondant is a collection of the best techniques from two current classes into a fun and challenging experience. This class teaches you how to cover cakes with fondant, make fondant bows and borders and excel in gum paste flowers.

Advanced Gum Paste flowers will teach you ways to decorate a cake—with realistic-looking gum paste flowers. Your Wilton Method Instructor will lead you every step of the way as you create life-like blossoms, flowers and leaves for floral arrangements that top the most beautiful cakes.

You'll receive individual instruction from trained Wilton Method teacher and an attractive, full color publication detailing step-by-step instructions. And, at the end of every course you will leave with a cake specifically designed and decorated by you.

Once you have completed any one of these courses, you’ll have gained the confidence to decorate cakes your family and friends will enjoy for years to come. You’ll also have had a great time sharing the excitement of decorating with other students. It’s an experience that over 4 million people have enjoyed in Wilton Method Courses. Come and join the fun! We hope to see you soon!

Call us for our Cake Decorating Class Schedule.

9 - 24 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING

 ANNOUNCE YOUR ENGAGEMENT TO FRIENDS & FAMILY

 START PLANNING AN ENGAGEMENT PARTY/CELEBRATION

 DISCUSS & SET YOUR WEDDING DATE

 DISCUSS AND SET A BUDGET & DECIDE HOW EXPENSES WILL BE SHARED

 DISCUSS LEVEL OF FORMALITY, # OF GUESTS AND COLOR SCHEME

 DISCUSS PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENT AND RELATED ISSUES

 HIRE A WEDDING CONSULTANT (optional)

 MAKE A NEAT FILE FOR CONTRACTS, FORMS, IMPORTANT PAPERS, ETC.

 SELECT YOUR BRIDAL PARTY

 SELECT READERS FOR CEREMONY (optional)

 START COMPILING AN INVITATION LIST

 ATTEND BRIDAL SHOWS/EXPOS

 TAKE AN ENGAGEMENT PHOTO

 SEND ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT AND PHOTO TO LOCAL NEWSPAPER(S)

 CHOOSE AND BOOK YOUR RECEPTION SITE

 HIRE A CATERER (if necessary)

 SELECT A SITE FOR THE CEREMONY

 SPEAK TO AND RESERVE AN OFFICIANT

 DISCUSS APPAREL FOR THE BRIDE, GROOM AND BRIDAL PARTY

 DISCUSS HEADPIECE & OTHER ACCESSORIES FOR THE BRIDE

 ORDER BRIDAL GOWN, HEADPIECE AND OTHER ACCESSORIES

 ORDER BRIDESMAIDS' DRESSES & TUXEDOS

 SCHEDULE FITTINGS FOR THE BRIDE, GROOM AND BRIDAL PARTY

 SEND THANK YOU NOTES FOR ENGAGEMENT GIFTS

 CHOOSE AND HIRE A PHOTOGRAPHER

 CHOOSE AND HIRE A VIDEOGRAPHER

 CHOOSE AND HIRE A DJ/BAND/OTHER ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE RECEPTION

 CHOOSE AND HIRE CEREMONY MUSICIAN(S) (optional)

6 - 9 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING

 SCHEDULE SPECIAL EVENTS

• Rehearsal and Rehearsal Dinner
• Bachelor Party (optional)
• Bridesmaids' or Bachelorette Party (optional)

 RESERVE ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR THE CEREMONY & RECEPTION (if necessary)

• Tents
• Tables, Chairs and Linens
• Dishes, Glasses and Utensils
• Arches
• Balloons
• Additional Decorations
• Other Items

 HIRE A FLORIST AND CHOOSE FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS

 CONFIRM DELIVERY DATE OF GOWNS AND DRESSES

 MAKE NECESSARY ARRANGEMENTS FOR TIME OFF FROM WORK

 MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO TAKE DANCING LESSONS IF NECESSARY (optional)

 MAKE HONEYMOON PLANS AND RESERVATIONS

 RESERVE A BRIDAL SUITE FOR THE WEDDING NIGHT

3 - 6 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING

 PURCHASE OTHER NECESSARY ITEMS FOR THE CEREMONY & RECEPTION

• Toasting Glasses
• Cake Knife, Server Set & Cake Top
• Guest Book & Pen
• Ring Pillow
• Flower Girl Basket
• Aisle Runner (optional)
• Candelabras (optional)
• Wishing Bubbles (optional)
• Rice or Confetti (optional)
• Wedding Bells (optional)
• Candle(s) for Ceremony (optional)
• Candle Holder(s) (optional)

 FINALIZE HONEYMOON PLANS

• Be sure to find out about passports, photo identification and other documents required if you will be leaving the country.

 ORDER INVITATIONS & THANK YOU NOTES

 ORDER CEREMONY PROGRAMS (optional)

 HIRE A CALLIGRAPHER (optional)

 FINALIZE YOUR INVITATION LIST

 START ADDRESSING INVITATIONS

 HIRE A LIMOUSINE OR TRANSPORTATION SERVICE

 HIRE A MAKE-UP ARTIST AND/OR HAIR STYLIST (optional)

 SET UP AT LEAST TWO BRIDAL REGISTRIES

 HELP BOTH MOTHERS SHOP FOR THEIR DRESSES

 PURCHASE SHOES, GARTER AND OTHER ACCESSORIES FOR THE BRIDE

 BUY YOUR WEDDING RINGS

 GROOM BUYS A WEDDING GIFT FOR THE BRIDE

 BRIDE BUYS A WEDDING GIFT FOR THE GROOM

 BUY GIFTS FOR THE BRIDAL PARTY

 SELECT A SONG FOR YOUR FIRST DANCE

 SELECT SONGS FOR PARENT DANCES

 SELECT OTHER SPECIAL SONGS (Cake Cutting, etc.)

1 - 3 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING

 DISTRIBUTE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS TO BRIDAL PARTY

• Wedding Day (Time & Place To Meet and Other Details)
• Rehearsal and Rehearsal Dinner
• Bachelor Party (if available)
• Bridesmaids' or Bachelorette Party (if available)
• Final Fittings and Pick-Up Dates for Tuxedos and Dresses

 CHECK MARRIAGE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Blood Tests
• Medical Exams
• Birth Certificates
• Other

 SEND OUT INVITATIONS (AT LEAST 6 WEEKS IN ADVANCE)

 MAKE A LIST AND RECORD RSVP's AND GIFTS RECEIVED

 SCHEDULE FINAL GOWN/HEADPIECE & DRESS FITTINGS

 SCHEDULE FINAL TUXEDO FITTINGS

 ORDER FAVORS FOR THE RECEPTION

 ORDER YOUR WEDDING CAKE & CAKE TOP

 ARRANGE FOR MOVING BELONGINGS TO NEW RESIDENCE

 GET THE MARRIAGE LICENSE

 MAKE APPOINTMENT(S) WITH HAIR/BEAUTY SALON (optional)

 MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO HAVE YOUR TEETH CLEANED OR BLEACHED (optional)

 CONFIRM HONEYMOON RESERVATIONS

 ARRANGE FOR TRANSPORTATION TO THE AIRPORT

 START PACKING AND PREPARING FOR THE HONEYMOON

 PLAN TO TAKE A FORMAL WEDDING PORTRAIT

 PLACE WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT IN LOCAL NEWSPAPER(S)

3 - 4 WEEKS BEFORE THE WEDDING

 FINAL CONSULTATION/CONFIRMATION WITH ALL SERVICES
(Discuss arrival times, locations, special details and payments due.)

• DJ/Band/Other Entertainment (don't forget SPECIAL SONGS you want played)
• Ceremony Musician(s) (don't forget to discuss any SPECIAL DETAILS)
• Photographer (don't forget to discuss any SPECIAL PICTURES you want taken)
• Videographer (notify them about any SPECIAL FOOTAGE you want in your video)
• Limousine Service (don't forget to discuss TIMES, LOCATIONS & DIRECTIONS)
• Florist (don't forget to discuss ARRIVAL TIMES at ceremony/reception sites)
• Baker (don't forget to discuss any SPECIAL DETAILS)
• Tuxedos (don't forget to discuss FITTING & PICK-UP dates)
• Bridal Gown & Dresses (don't forget to discuss FITTING & PICK-UP dates)
• Officiant/Clergyman/Judge (don't forget to discuss CEREMONY & REHEARSAL DETAILS)
• Rehearsal Dinner Site (don't forget to discuss MENU & OTHER DETAILS)
• Make-Up Artist (don't forget to discuss any SPECIAL DETAILS)
• Hair Stylist (don't forget to discuss any SPECIAL DETAILS)
• Other Service(s)

 ARRANGE FOR NAME AND ADDRESS CHANGES

• Bank Accounts & Loans
• Credit Cards
• Driver's License
• Social Security
• Passport
• Other Important Documents

 CONTACT GUESTS WHO HAVE NOT RESPONDED

 MAKE SEATING PLANS FOR THE RECEPTION

 PREPARE RECEPTION PLACE CARDS

 MAKE SEATING PLANS FOR THE CEREMONY (optional)

 FINALIZE YOUR MENU WITH CATERER AND/OR RECEPTION SITE

 MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO HAVE THE GOWN CLEANED AND PRESERVED

 MAKE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR OUT-OF-TOWN GUESTS

 REMIND BRIDAL PARTY OF SPECIAL EVENTS AND OBLIGATIONS

 WRAP GIFTS FOR THE BRIDAL PARTY

1 WEEK BEFORE THE WEDDING

 DISCUSS ANY LAST MINUTE DETAILS WITH ALL SERVICES (if necessary)

• DJ/Band/Other Entertainment
• Ceremony Musician(s)
• Reception Site
• Caterer
• Photographer
• Videographer
• Limousine Service
• Florist
• Baker
• Tuxedos
• Bridal Gown & Dresses
• Officiant/Clergyman/Judge
• Rehearsal Site
• Rehearsal Dinner Site
• Make-Up Artist
• Hair Stylist
• Other

 PREPARE CHECKS/PAYMENT FOR ALL SERVICES

• DJ/Band/Other Entertainment
• Ceremony Musician(s)
• Ceremony Site
• Reception Site
• Caterer
• Rehearsal Dinner Site
• Photographer
• Videographer
• Limousine Service
• Florist
• Baker
• Tuxedos
• Bridal Gown & Dresses
• Officiant/Clergyman/Judge
• Make-Up Artist
• Hair Stylist
• Other

 GET EVERYTHING READY FOR REHEARSAL AND WEDDING DAY

• Wedding Rings
• Ring Pillow
• Flower Girl Basket
• Wedding Gown & Accessories
• Groom's Tuxedo
• Attire for Rehearsal/Rehearsal Dinner
• Bride & Groom Gifts
• Gifts for the Bridal Party
• Reception Place Cards
• Favors for the Reception
• Toasting Glasses
• Cake Knife, Server Set & Cake Top
• Guest Book & Pen
• Payments for ALL SERVICES
• Wishing Bubbles (optional)
• Rice or Confetti (optional)
• Wedding Bells (optional)
• Candle for Reception (optional)
• Candle Holder (optional)
• Tapers (optional)
• Taper Holders (optional)
• CD(s) and music for the DJ or Band (if required)

 PREPARE AN EXTRA BAG WITH THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:

• Aspirin
• Breath Mints or Gum
• Safety Pin
• Extra Lipstick & Make-up
• Brush and Comb
• Hair Spray and Gel
• Mini Sewing Kit
• Stain-Fighting Spray or Cleaning Solution
• Extra Pairs of Pantyhose

 DISCUSS ANY LAST MINUTE DETAILS WITH THE BRIDAL PARTY (if necessary)

 FINALIZE GUEST COUNT WITH CATERER/RECEPTION SITE

 FINISH PACKING AND PREPARING FOR THE HONEYMOON

 PICK UP TICKETS & TRAVELER'S CHECKS FOR THE HONEYMOON

At Last - Etta James (#1)
From This Moment - Shania Twain/Bryan White (#2)
Amazed - Lonestar (#3)
Unchained Melody - Righteous Bros. (#4)
I Cross My Heart - George Strait (#5)

I Will Always Love You - Whitney Houston (#6)
I'll Be - Edwin McCain (#7)
Valentine - Martina McBride/Jim Brickman (#8)
Thank You For Loving Me - Bon Jovi (#9)
I Finally Found Someone - B. Streisand/B. Adams (#10)

After All - Cher/Peter Cetera (#11)
Made For Each Other - Emilie Mover (#12)
You And Me - Lifehouse (#13)
Bless The Broken Road - Rascal Flatts (#14)
It's Your Love - Tim McGraw/Faith Hill (#15)

Because You Loved Me - Celine Dion (#16)
Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis Presley (#17)
What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong (#18)
Always - Atlantic Starr (#19)
If You Say My Eyes Are Beautiful - W. Houston/J. Jackson (#20)

Keeper Of The Stars - Tracy Byrd (#21)
Have I Told You Lately - Van Morrison (#22)
Endless Love - Diana Ross/Lionel Richie (#23)
Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton (#24)
Everything I Do - Bryan Adams (#25)

True Companion - Marc Cohn (#26)
Power Of Love - Celine Dion (#27)
By Your Side - Sade (#28)
Spend My Life With You - Eric Benet/Tamia (#29)
Beautiful In My Eyes - Joshua Kadison (#30)

All My Life - Linda Rondstadt/Aaron Neville (#31)
The Way You Look Tonight - Frank Sinatra (#32)
Love Of A Lifetime - Firehouse (#33)
Just The Way You Are - Bruno Mars (#34)
I Swear - John Michael Montgomery (#35)

Colour My World - Chicago (#36)
You're My Best Friend - Queen (#37)
Give Me Forever (I Do) - John Tesh/James Ingram (#38)
I Could Not Ask For More - Edwin McCain (#39)
Your Love Amazes Me - John Berry (#40)

Forever And Ever - Randy Travis (#41)
Just You And I - Eddie Rabbit/Crystal Gayle (#42)
Giving You The Rest Of My Life - Bob Carlisle (#43)
Suddenly - Billy Ocean (#44)
I Don't Want To Miss A Thing - Aerosmith (#45)

I Swear - All-4-One (#46)
On Bended Knee - Boyz II Men (#47)
All My Life - K-CI & Jo Jo (#48)
You're The Inspiration - Chicago (#49)
In Your Eyes - Peter Gabriel (#50)

There are three ways that you can flip a house, each one has it's own terms, motivation, and type of property.  The first method is known as retailing.  Retailing, is when you buy a house in bad shape, do the repairs and renovations to fix it up, then turn around and sell it for profit. There are a variety of houses in need of repairs onthe market, and several ways you can quickly flip a house to net a profit.  All you need to know are the techniques that will get you the most money in the least amount of time.

The second way you can flip a house is though wholesaling. Wholesaling is when you act as agent by finding a home for sale then flip it to an investor for a fast, yet small profit.  To do this, you'll need to know the real estate investors in your area, and the types of homes that flip the best, you'll also need the means to fund your property so you can flip it to them.  If you live in a highly populated area or a city, you'll find that using the wholesaling method of flipping houses is actually easier to accomplish than in rural areas and small towns. 

The third way to flip a house is by assigning the purchase.  Using this method, you'll commit to buy the house.  Instead of closing the deal yourself, you'll assign it to a real estate investor - of course for a small fee.  The investor will take the contract over and close the purchase themselves - flipping the house.  This can be very profitable, especially if you invest in the right home.  You don't need to have your contract worded any special way to be legal, but you will need to determine the assignment fee.

If you're looking to break into the real estate market and make the big bucks, you'll need to learn all about flipping houses.  Flipping houses is very profitable, especially once you have learned the basics. The first and third methods are the best, although they will both take quite a bit of work on your part.  Restoring homes isn't easy, and you'll need to have a team qualified to handle any repairs.  Assigning the purchase may be difficult when you first start out, although it will get easier with time.  If you stay at it and do your best to make a profit - you'll be an expert at flipping homes in no time at all.

For those looking to make their fortune in real estate the current market presents the greatest opportunity of our lifetimes. Low interest rates and some of the lowest housing cost per square foot in history. Now could be the time to make your mark in real estate.

The Costs of Replacement: Direct & Indirect Costs

Thank you, Carol Rogers  

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