Posts Tagged ‘cake decorating lessons’
Great tools for Cake Decorators
Great Tools for Cake Decorators I saw a thread on a Facebook cake decorating group. It was asking what tools, if any, do cake decorators pinch from other crafts and professions. And the designers all piled in with their suggestions. It turned out to be a fantastic list of great tools for cake decorators. I compiled…
Read MoreSafe transportation of cakes
Safe transportation for cakes I have been seeing a few disastrous cake collapses in the heat of the UK . I have no doubt across the world cake decorators suffer from the heat in the same way too. And this is all to do with safe transportation for cakes. It turns out that a…
Read MoreWhat to do with leftover cake scraps
What to do with leftover cake scraps Yesterday – I wondered what everyone did. So I asked a question on social media. It was about what to do with leftover cake scraps. I was astonished at the variety of answers. So if you have ever looked for inspiration on just what to do with leftover…
Read MoreFresh flowers on cakes
Adding fresh flowers on cakes Today I spotted a spat on social media. It involved adding fresh flowers on cakes. A baker had made a two-tier wedding cake and included gypsophila or baby’s breath in the decoration. There was a lot of mumbling, I bet she’s not registered or insured. She must be…
Read MoreI have a lack of cake orders
I have a lack of cake orders I have just received a communication from someone on my email list. The gist of what was said – is thank you for your offer of help. But I cannot justify the spend on classes to help me, as I have have a lack of cake orders coming…
Read MoreHelp for home bakers and cake decorators
Help for home bakers and cake decorators I recently asked a group of hobby bakers and cake decorators a question. I wanted to make a list of help for home bakers and cake decorators. And this was what they considered to be their biggest challenge. I received a lot of varied responses. And some…
Read MoreCake Circle Membership Waitlist
Cake Circle Membership Waitlist The Cake Circle Membership Waitlist is now available. We are opening a handful of times per year. This membership is for any cake decorator or home baker who is thinking about turning their skills and passion into a business. What does the Cake Circle Membership contain? Community We have a…
Read MoreHow to make Popcorn Cupcakes
How to make Popcorn Cupcakes I found a novel way to change an ordinary cupcake into a bag of popcorn. So here it is today. A video tutorial on “How to make Popcorn Cupcakes.” I thought it would be perfect fun treat for weekend movies. Plus the kids might enjoy making these too.…
Read MoreThe Secret to Perfect Piping
The Secret to Perfect Piping Piping designs or writing on a cake can transform an ordinary treat into a super special treat. Here is the secret to perfect piping. The consistency of the icing is important. If your icing is too thin, it will leak out of your pastry bag and you will have…
Read MoreHow to make chocolate ganache easily
How to make chocolate ganache easily After requests from our Cake Decorating community to share some craft tips on my blog – here we are. How to make chocolate ganache easily in the microwave. This YouTube video shows an easy way of making this tasty cake filling/covering. This is a mixture of chocolate and…
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