Kids’ Decorating Classes (2.5 Hours): Here are fun ways for your kids to spend Sunday mornings! These classes are designed to get kids to decorate their very own cakes, cookies, and even chocolate. A freshly baked good (depending on the class) will be provided to each child, as well as all the necessary tools. Starter kits available to purchase for children who want to continue decorating at home. Please contact us for more information on group rates and reservations.

Kids’ Basic Cake Decorating (TBA): Course : $60 (Course code: KBasicCakeDWSS121)
Kids’ Halloween Cake Decorating (TBA): Course: $60 (Course code: KHallCakeDWSS121)
Kids’ Cookie Baking & Decorating (TBA): Course: $60 (Course code: KCookieBDWSS121)
Kids’ Chocolate Decorations (TBA): Course: $60 (Course code: KChocDWSS121)
Kids’ Cupcake Decorating (TBA): Course: $60 (Course code: KCupDWSS121)

Cake Pops Workshop (1 Day - Sunday, February 5, 2012 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm): Once you pop, you just can’t stop! The possibilities are endless for the flavours and colour combinations you can use for these fun desserts. Spend an afternoon with friends learning how to create and decorate some yummy cake pops. The cake pops you make will be yours to take home. Course: $125 (Course code: PopsWSS121)

Cupcake Baking & Decorating Workshop (1 Day - Sunday, March 18, 2012 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm): Learn how to bake and decorate your very own cupcakes! During this interactive class, you will learn the techniques to decorate cupcakes, from basic designs to more elaborate works of art to add some fun to all of your special events. Course: $125 (Course code: CupBDWSS121)

Purse Cake Workshop (1 Full Day - Sunday, March 11, 2012 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm): Love designer purses? How about learning the techniques to make a cake replica of your favourite tote! During this hands-on class, you will learn the process of creating your very own purse cake, from carving, to detailing to add those finishing touches. Course: $250 (Course code: PurseWSS121)

Gum Paste Introductory Course (2 Days -  February 6 and 7, 2012 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm): An introduction to gum paste for the beginner. How to make it, handle it and form it into beautiful lifelike flowers like the following: Stephanotis, Bouvardia, Forget-me-nots, Lily of the Valley, Quickie Sweet Pea. Learn how to use the essential tools for basic gum paste decorating. Everything is included in the course price, so all you have to bring is yourself. Tools are available for sale for those interested. Course: $200 (Course code: GPIWSS121)

*Gum Paste Advanced Course (5 Days -  February 9, 10, 13, 16, and 17, 2012 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm): This course is designed for those who are familiar with gum paste and offers a more challenging series of flowers for the advanced sugarcraft artist such as the following: Calla Lily, Magnolia, Hibiscus, Fuchsia, Poppy, Tulip and the corresponding leaves. Everything is provided for you to use, so all you have to bring is yourself. Tools are available for sale for those interested. Course: $500 (Course code: GPAWSS121) * Pre-requisite: Gum Paste Introductory Course

Gum Paste Flower Arrangements (1 Day - TBA): You will learn how to create stunning arrangements with your gum paste sugar flowers once you have mastered the art of making them. You will learn how to put together stunning arrangements in posies, sprays and bouquets. Course: $100 (Course code: GPFAWSS121)

Fondant Introductory Course (2 Days -  January 24 and 25, 2012 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm): An introduction to rolled fondant for the beginner. You will be using high quality Satin Ice fondant to cover and decorate your very own cake. A dummy cake will be provided that you will be able to take home once the decorating is complete. Tools will be available to use, but there will also be tools available for sale if you would like to continue decorating at home. Course: $200 (Course code: FIWSS121)

*Fondant Advanced Course (3 Days - January 30, 31 and February 2, 2012 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm): This is an advanced course for those of you who are already familiar with rolled fondant. You will be using high quality Satin Ice fondant to cover and decorate your very own cake. You will learn advanced decorating techniques. A real cake will be provided that you will be able to take home once the decorating is complete. Tools will be available to use, but there will also be tools for sale if you would like to add some new pieces to your collection. Course: $300 (Course code: FAWSS121) * Pre-requisite: Fondant Introductory Course

Full Cake Decorating Course (6 Days - February 27, 28, March 1, 5, 6, and 8, 2012 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm): The ultimate course for those of you interested in learning the fundamental techniques to baking and decorating your cakes from A to Z. The course begins with baking your own cake, then preparing buttercream (including Italian Meringue and Old-Fashioned buttercreams), followed by segments on different decorating techniques, including buttercream decorations and royal icing borders. Tools will be available to use, but there will also be tools available for sale if you would like to continue decorating at home. Course: $600 (Course code: FCDWSS121)

Wedding Cake Decorating (5 Days - By Request Only): This is an intensive course for fairly advanced decorators interested in learning advanced decorating techniques specifically for wedding cakes. Get the newest tips on wedding cake decorating from one of the top decorators in the country. Course topics will range from baking, to making icings, to preparing, stacking, covering, and decorating your cakes, working with high quality Satin Ice fondant. Tools will be available to use, although you can bring your own as well. There will also be tools for sale if you would like to add some new pieces to your collection. Course: $1000 (Course code: WCDWSS121)

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