Vanessa Stahl
Jewelry Designer & Cake Artist
Education
- Grand Diplôme of Classic French Pastry Arts (FCI ~ The French Culinary Institute)
- BS, Criminal Justice, CUNY John Jay
Professional Achievements
- Vanessa began selling her designs at craft fairs, which led to the launch of her Etsy store: www.gennextjewelry.etsy.com. Her storefront has been recognized as a star seller on Etsy.
- Through her @gennextjewelry social media presence on Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook, she has cultivated a dedicated community of customers and artisans, amassing over 12K followers.
- As the lead cake artist at her current bakery, she specializes in custom cakes, cookies, cupcakes, and desserts.
- Her pastry expertise has earned her a loyal following of over 62K on Instagram at @gennextcakes, where she shares creative designs, pro tips, and industry insights.
Certifications & Organizations
- Grand Diplôme of Classic French Pastry Arts (FCI ~ The French Culinary Institute)
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Co-authored Articles (10)
How to
Add a Key to a Key Ring
A key ring keeps keys together and often holds a key fob to help keep the whole bunch from getting lost. Springy key rings can be a bit fiddly to work with, but once on, they'll hold keys well.
DIY Beaded Necklace Tutorial
Learn how to make a fun necklace at home step-by-stepCreating your own jewelry is a fun activity for all ages! We're here to walk you through how to create a beautiful beaded necklace with just a few materials and a bit ...
11 Cute & Easy Ways to Decorate Cupcakes Without Icing
The best & tastiest cupcake toppings (no frosting needed)Cupcakes are a delicious treat, but they can get a bit overshadowed beneath a thick layer of icing. Never fear! There are plenty of tasty, creative ways to spruce ...
How to
Ice a Cake
Whether it's a chocolate, lemon, or carrot cake, this popular confection just isn't complete until it has been iced. A finished cake will taste good no matter how you ice it, but if you want it to look pretty, there are...
How to
Solder Jump Rings
Soldering is the process of heating metals and permanently binding them through the use of an added solder. Whether you need to use this technique for jewelry making or a number of other household projects, soldering jum...
How to
Make a Cake Pop Holder
Cake pops are a delicious, adorable treat that are perfect for any occasion. However, you'll need to stand them upright while they cool, and you'll likely want to display them upright, as well. While you can purchase a p...
How to
Make a Double Band Fishtail Loom Bracelet
Have you mastered all the loom bracelets? Looking for a new version to make? Well, the multicolored double band fishtail is perfect to make! This wikiHow will help you make one.
How to
Make a King Cobra Paracord Bracelet
Paracord is a type of stretchy rope used as suspension and parachute cables. Because of their uniquely knotted look, some people enjoy taking these cords and turning them into arm bracelets. Although it requires some kno...
How to
Make Cracked Marbles
Also called "fried marbles," these beauties have a network of shattered glass inside them. These are just ordinary marbles heated to make the glass expand, then cooled rapidly. The outside of the glass shrinks as it cool...
How to
Make a Fake Lip Ring
Lip rings can add a cool edge to your outfit, but you may not want to deal with the pain and aftercare of an actual lip piercing. Thankfully, lip rings are really easy to craft, and can be made with inexpensive supplies....
