Every artist has a story to tell and so do I...

I'm Anjali Tambde, and my journey into the world of art began at a very young age, inspired by my artist mother. Her creativity was my guiding light, and by the age of three, I was already painting while my peers were still scribbling.

As I grew, so did my love for art and craft. I participated in every drawing competition I could find, from school to state and national levels, earning numerous awards and titles along the way. Each victory taught me the value of hard work and the importance of continuous improvement.

My dedication to art was reflected in my academic achievements as well. I excelled in my Elementary and Intermediate Exams, which included six different tests related to art and geometry—essential for careers in commercial arts, architecture, and more.

But my talents weren't limited to art alone. I was also strong in maths and science, scoring high marks in my board exams. After much contemplation about my future, I chose to pursue Fashion Designing.

At Nirmala Niketan College in Mumbai, I thrived, topping my class and winning several prestigious awards, including Best Designed Saree, Best Casual Wear, and Best Designed Flower Fairy, recognized by Leo - Mattel Toys and renowned Bollywood designers. My career as a designer was fulfilling, but I eventually transitioned to teaching at the same college, unaware of the challenges that lay ahead.

And so, my story continues, filled with creativity, achievements, and the ever-present drive to overcome new obstacles.

After getting married, I found myself embarking on a new adventure, moving to London with my husband and our three-month-old baby.

The transition was challenging—managing a baby and a household in a foreign country without friends, family, or domestic help was the toughest experience I had faced. That first year was particularly difficult, as I navigated the unique challenges of being on my own in a new environment.

Despite these hurdles, I seized the opportunity to enhance my skills during my free time. I immersed myself in miniature craft, sugarcraft, painting, and other creative pursuits. Most importantly, I cherished every moment spent being playful with my child and witnessing his joy. This experience made me realize my desire to work from home and spend more time with my kids.

This realization marked a significant turning point in my life, setting the stage for something bigger and better in the future.

I began crafting miniature human figurines for my friends and family, which quickly became a passion project.

Over the next few years, I honed my skills, experimenting with various techniques in painting, sculpting, and even drawing on my background in Fashion Designing to perfect my creations.

In 2009, I relocated to Ireland and continued to expand my artistic repertoire. I delved into making miniatures of humans, animals, monuments, and other objects, while also exploring the world of sugarcraft and novelty cakes. Baking became a joyful experiment, as I played with unique ingredients to create delightful treats.

After spending months adjusting to my new lifestyle, I decided to take a leap and start my own business in Ireland, creating handmade figurines for weddings and other special occasions. These keepsakes, sold under the name Global Cake Toppers, became one of the first Irish companies to offer handmade cake toppers.

This decision proved to be a great success. Within less than a year, orders started pouring in not just from Ireland, but from the UK, France, Germany, Australia, the U.S., Dubai, India, and many other countries.

Today, Global Cake Toppers is renowned for its premium quality and has delivered thousands of personalized cake toppers worldwide.