Ahh, sorry Ali! I saw the eggs-in-nest cupcakes and liked them. If the cupcake underneath is not discernible (per photos), I think you could do the nest material in a number of colors. Some could be lighter and closer to a real nest, some could be of intense jewel tones, and others could be darker with more complexity. I think they're beautiful cupcakes. You don't have to make them match one vision; you can try several colors and themes.
