Bake in two greased 9-inch layer pans in moderate oven (375°F) 25 minutes, or until done.
Spread boiled frosting (see recipe) between layers and on top and sides of cake.
Decorate top of cake with wreath of holly, using pieces of maraschino cherries or red cinnamon candies for berries, and slices of angelica or citron for leaves and stems.
Or decorate with poinsettias made of candied cherries.
Slice cherries in rings, cut rings in half, and arrange to form petals of poinsettias.