Buttercream Cake Classes
Below, you'll find the details of all buttercream cake classes currently scheduled for this year, listed in date order. Each class offers a fun and creative opportunity to learn buttercream decorating techniques in a friendly, small-group setting.
Take a look and book your spot today!
Join me for a fun and interactive class, perfect for anyone wanting to master the art of buttercream cake decorating! Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class will teach you how to create beautiful cakes in a relaxed and supportive environment.
What You’ll Learn:
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How to achieve a smooth and professional buttercream finish.
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Techniques for creating decorative swirls that add texture and style.
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Adding the perfect sweet treat to complete your show-stopping cake.
Class Details:
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Group Size: Up to 4 attendees, making it an ideal way to meet like-minded cake enthusiasts.
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Who Can Attend: Open to all skill levels, aged 18 and over.
Private classes can be arranged at a mutually convenient time. These one-to-one sessions offer expert guidance and hands-on learning experience, tailored specifically to your skill level and goals. More information about each design is detailed below.
Is it possible to try a different design?
If there’s another design you’ve seen and would like to recreate in a class, please let me know. I’m always happy to discuss custom options and can provide a price based on the style and techniques involved. We do need to keep in mind that class time is limited, so I may need to advise what’s realistically achievable within the time available.
Ready to Join?
Spaces are limited, so book your spot today to avoid missing out. I look forward to welcoming you to a fun and creative class!
In this class, attendees will decorate a buttercream-covered cake from start to finish.
Each person works on their own pre-baked cake:
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Levelling and filling the cake to create an even, well-structured base.
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Applying buttercream to achieve a smooth, even finish around the cake.
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Creating a neat sprinkle border at the base using a mix of colourful sprinkles.
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Piping buttercream swirls using a star nozzle to give a tidy, consistent design around the top edge.
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Filling the centre with colourful chocolate sweets to complete the finished look.
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Tips throughout on technique, consistency, tools, and how to achieve clean edges.
All tools, cakes, buttercream, decorations, and a box to take the finished cake home are provided.
This class is suitable for complete beginners as well as those wanting to improve their buttercream skills.
DATE: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday
TIME: 10am - 2pm
PRICE: £115*
*discount available for 3-4 attendees
In this class, attendees will decorate a buttercream cake featuring a smooth finish, a drip effect, and layered heart toppers.
Each participant decorates their own pre-baked cake:
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Levelling and filling the cake to create an even, well-structured base.
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Colouring the buttercream and applying a clean buttercream finish around the cake.
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Creating a controlled drip effect, with guidance on consistency and temperature for neat drips.
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Piping rosettes on top of the cake for a full, textured finish.
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Positioning layered heart decorations to complete the design.
All tools, cakes, buttercream, decorations, and a box to take the finished cake home are provided.
This class is suitable for beginners as well as those wanting to refine their buttercream and drip-cake techniques.
DATE: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday
TIME: 10am - 2pm
PRICE: £115*
*discount available for 3-4 attendees
In this class, attendees will decorate a spring-themed buttercream cake featuring piped pastel textures, mini eggs, and handmade flowers.
Each participant works on their own pre-baked cake:
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Levelling and filling the cake to create an even, stable base ready for decorating.
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Colouring buttercream in soft pastel shades.
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Covering the cake with a smooth buttercream finish.
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Learning a variety of piping techniques using different nozzles to create swirls, stars, and textured designs around the top and base.
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Adding mini eggs and small decorative flowers to complete the spring-inspired look.
All cakes, buttercream, decorations, equipment, and a box to take the finished cake home are provided.
This class is suitable for beginners and anyone wanting to expand their buttercream piping skills.
DATE: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday
TIME: 10am - 2pm
PRICE: £115*
*discount available for 3-4 attendees
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Participants must be 18 years of age or older to attend our classes and class sizes are limited to a maximum of 4 participants to ensure personalised attention and quality instruction.
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Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis and securing your place in a class requires full payment at the time of registration.
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Please be aware that our cakes are made in an environment where nuts, egg, milk, gluten and other allergens are present. We cannot guarantee that any cake is entirely allergen free as cakes are baked in a home kitchen where allergens are present. If you have a food allergy, intolerance, or coeliac disease – please do speak to me about ingredients in your cake before you book.
Join me in my home kitchen in Ascot, Berkshire for this cake decorating class. Suitable for any level of cake decorator including complete beginners.
What exciting things will we do?
During this class, you will:
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Decorate a stunning 6 inch, four-layer round vanilla buttercream cake which will have already been baked in advance by me.
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Learn how to level, fill and stack your delicious vanilla sponge cake.
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Crumb coat your cake to keep the crumbs out of the final decoration.
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Add a final layer of buttercream learning to create the design of your cake class using a cake scraper to achieve a smooth finish.
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Take your buttercream and decorating skills a bit further with simple buttercream piping and finishing touches depending on the class you book.
At the end of the class you will be given a box to take your masterpiece home in with tips on how to transport it safely.
The skills you will learn on this course will enable you to replicate this cake and finish again and again wowing your friends and family at each celebration.
Class Details:
Join us for a relaxed, interactive class lasting up to 4 hours. With a maximum of 4 students per class, expect a laid-back, enjoyable atmosphere as you learn new skills.
What's Included:
All materials, aprons, and ingredients are provided. Just bring yourself and a packed lunch. Refreshments will be available throughout the day.
What to wear:
Dress comfortably in whatever you prefer. Please wear flat, comfortable shoes (no heels) and feel free to bring your own slippers for added comfort.
Post-Class Support:
Following the class, receive a handy hints and tips sheet summarising the day's lessons, empowering you to practice your new skills at home.
Final Details:
Please be aware that all classes are non-refundable once booked. If you're unable to attend, please notify us as soon as possible, and we'll endeavor to fill your spot. Refunds will be provided if we successfully fill your space.
Don't forget to pack your lunch. We've got everything else covered, including refreshments and aprons!
Terms and Conditions for classes can be found here.
As this class is perfect for beginners it makes a great day out or as a gift for someone.