Brilliant creations and fixer-uppers are done by people who aren’t willing to spend an arm and a leg on fancy products and upkeep. Some might laugh at them, but I say that’s good old-fashioned frugal innovation.

1,000 eggs and 20 kg (44 lbs) of chocolate were used for this cake. The whole thing is edible, and its covered with 50 kg (110 lbs) of lacy confectionery. Each feature includes tiny flowers and pearls, which are all …