Gigi Butler Astounds TEDxNashville
IMAGINE. This theme truly could not suit Gigi Butler any better. She rose to the occasion and wowed the crowd at this year’s TEDxNashville. Gigi Butler - founder of Gigi’s Cupcakes, entrepreneur and baking wizard - knows better than anyone that sweet dreams die hard.
Sweet Memories, Sweeter Friend
I want to shed a spotlight on a special member of the Gigi’s family - Brad Harlan. Having served as manager of the original Broadway shop for over five years now, Brad plays a valuable role in the spirit and story of Gigi’s Cupcakes. Our [...]
Friends, Family and the County Fair
I have always loved the county fair. Growing up in small town, going to the fair was the highlight of our year. I will always remember participating in the 4-H animal contests or cheering for my mom as she won a blue ribbon for one of her [...]
The Simple Joy of Summer
Summer is here, and with summer comes a sense of joy. For my daughter and I, this summer has already started off in a whirlwind! In one month, we have experienced a lot of changes. Among some business changes, we also sold our home as we [...]
Celebrating with American Girl and Gigi’s Cupcakes
My daughter is turning five this month and one of the activities she really wanted to do was go to the American Girl store to look around and have lunch at their adorable café. So we decided to make a day of it and invited [...]
Finding Your Inner Wonder Woman
From an early age, I have always been fascinated with super heroes and their unique powers. Whether their power is super strength or flying, I love the idea that their sole purpose is to help and serve others. If I could be one super hero, [...]
Homemade Sugar Cookies and Little Helping Hands
There is not a lot that tastes better than a homemade cookie baked with love. I always use my great grandmother’s 100-year-old sugar cookie recipe that has been passed down through my family for many years. Many hands have made it, but it always amazes [...]
Birthday Fun
My favorite birthday celebration is one spent with those closest to me. This year, my birthday was extra special because I celebrated with family and dear friends. The recipe that brings me the most joy on my birthday is my Great, Great Aunt Birdie’s famous fresh [...]
Special Appearances at ICE at Gaylord in Nashville and Orlando
Christmas is absolutely my favorite time of the year. I start listening to Christmas music and pulling out my pink Christmas lights in October. One of my favorite Christmas traditions is to go to dinner and see the lights at Gaylord Opryland. So I’m really [...]
Traveling Tales
Although I travel often, most of the time, I have the privilege of being able to take my daughter on the road with me. I love spending as much time as I possibly can with her. Her bag is always packed, and she always has a [...]