Posts Tagged ‘cake tips’
Confident Cake Pricing
Confident cake pricing Makes all the difference. Let me tell you a story – which got me thinking about confident cake pricing… As I was walking today in our local country park – a thought struck me. Always I get approached by dogs, who come bounding up to me in the hope of winning me…
Read MoreGreat 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 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 MoreShould I sell a cake that’s been frozen?
Should I sell a cake that’s been frozen? A big discussion blew up in a cake decorators forum. The question was.. ‘Should I sell a cake that’s been frozen. Then defrost it and then decorate it?’ This is fine for home use – but what if this is a customer’s order and they are paying…
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…
Read MoreA Cake Business could use this marketing idea
A Cake Business could use this marketing idea Have you ever considered using a ‘borrowed’ marketing idea from another business. I have thought of something and a cake business could use this marketing idea. Let me explain… A thought occurred to me the other day. And that was around booking for something earlier and…
Read MoreFun Friday – Icing Filled Center Cupcakes
Have lots of fun with flavor and hidden surprises when you add a tasty icing or jelly filling to your baked cupcakes for a filled center. Everyone will be surprised when they sink their teeth into this cupcake filled with their favorite flavor. An easy, quick and great idea for parties too! Filling the center…
Read MoreFun Friday – Lattice Cake Decorating Technique
Having a garden party, tea party or just a casual gathering of friends? If you haven’t planned one, you’ll certainly want to so you can show off this dazzling design. Use this very simple decorating technique of only 3 steps to create an elegant lattice on a cake. This technique would also be great used…
Read MoreFun Friday – Decadent Black Tie Low Calorie Diabetic Affair
Treat your family or guests to a divine Black Tie Cake, a decadently delicious choice to dress up any meal. Top it off with enticing chocolate covered strawberries for a black tie affair. Diabetics can also enjoy this appetizing dessert by substituting the sugar for Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking. Serve a ‘night on the…
Read MoreFun Friday – Sunburst Your Cake
Do you need a simple decorating technique that bursts color and excitement? The Aster features a bright burst of petals that are simple to make. The textured Aster works great for almost any cake! They’re also perfect for Mother’s Day or cakes for showers. Ingredients: Meringue Powder Royal Icing or Buttercream icing Wilton Tools: Tip:…
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