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2008

Sugarcraft Workshops
By Lindy Smith
We are now taking bookings for Lindy's Autumn 2008 UK Workshops

Autumn One Day Classes

Wonky Style Cake:
Not suitable for complete beginners

Learn the secrets of success from Lindy and then create a small 2 tier version of a wonky cake. The course will concentrate on how to carve and cover the layers. But advice and ideas will also be given for the decoration
As seen in Lindy’s 'Cakes to Inspire and Desire' book. 

Wonky Cake from Lindy's 'Cakes to Inspire & Desire' Cake book

10am - 4pm
Friday
26th September
 2008

 
Autumn Leaf:
Suitable for any level
Create a large decorated leaf shape by using an array of autumn colours and texturing techniques. Lindy will demonstrate and then encourage students to use pan scourers, textured wallpapers as well as sugarcraft embossers, simple moulds and sugarcraft cutters to create a leaf that is uniquely theirs. We're sure you'll find the course a lot of fun and the tips and ideas invaluable when creating your own cakes
One of our favourite workshops!

 The inspiration for this course is Lindy's  'falling leaf' cake in her 'Cakes to Inspire and Desire' book.

Autumn Leaf - Student at Work

mini falling leaf cakes
10am - 4pm
Friday
3rd October
 2008
Designer Cookies Suitable for any level
Be one of the first in the UK to create amazing designer cookies using sugarpaste. The course will cover all the fundamentals of decorating cookies plus it will give students a chance to be as creative as they dare!! Dresses, shoes, shopping bags.....and all things girly. This workshop promises to be a lot of fun so why not treat yourself?
BakeMeImYoursCookie
Lindy's 'Cookie' book is being published in October 2008. 
Cookie Book by Lindy Smith - Dressed Up

Cookie Book by Lindy Smith - patchwork Pieces
10am - 4pm
Friday
7th November
 2008
Introduction to Celebration Cakes:
Ideal for beginners or those who want to see how it is done ‘live’.
The course will cover the basics of colouring and handling sugarpaste, covering boards and cakes to achieve a professional finish. It will also introduce students to some simple yet highly effective ways to decorate their cakes successfully. NB the daisy cake shown is for illustration only the course will cover simple flowers not wired flowers

daisy cake by Lindy Smith

10am - 4pm

Friday
28th November 2008

 

Cake Jewellery – Garlands and Crowns:
All levels
Why not try something new! Learn a variety of beading techniques to decorate your cakes. Course will include beaded garlands and the very popular cake crowns. A wonderfully and effective way to decorate cakes.
Blue Sea Jewllery Cake
10am - 4pm

Friday
5th December 2008
 
Cookies for Christmas:
Suitable for any level
Why not treat yourself to a day creating cookies to hang on your Christmas tree or to give as small gifts to your family and friends. The principle decorative medium for this course will be sugarpaste plus a little royal icing for the piped detail. The Workshop  will cover all the fundamentals of decorating cookies plus it will give students the chance to experiment and explore this amazing and absorbing edible art form. N.B. Don't worry if piping is something you shy away from, Lindy will show you how to achieve the right consistency so anything is possible!!!
Christmas stocking cookies from Lindy Smith's Cookie Book
Gingerbread family cookies from Lindy Smith's Cookie Book
10am - 4pm

Friday
12th December 2008
There are maximum of 8-12 places per workshop, which will be allocated on a strictly first come first served basis.
Cost: £85 per day
venue: Aston Clinton Baptist Hall, Buckinghamshire.
Directions will be supplied once booking received. Nearest train stations are Wendover, Tring and Aylesbury

NB: Materials and equipment are not supplied, however we are happy to help arrange these if required
Availability of places: If you would like to check on availability of spaces before making a booking please do contact us by using the form below or by telephoning +44 (0)1296 623906
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Please enter the class(s) you are interested in here:
Booking a place: If you would like to book a place on one or more of these workshops then please pay a 50% deposit (only refundable if the course is cancelled) by one of the following methods:
Cheque: please send to:
Lindy's Cakes Ltd, 17 Grenville Avenue, Wendover, HP22 6AG
together with details of the workshop(s) you wish to attend, your name, postal address, email and phone number(s). Please make cheques payable to Lindy's Cakes Ltd.
Telephone: If you would like speak to someone, then you are welcome to call
+44 (0)1296 623906. Please note that our office hours are 9am - 5pm (UK time) Monday to  Friday. If no one is available to take your call please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as we can. 
Online: We accept card payments through PayPal, so if you would like to pay for your workshop deposit(s) this way please click on the link at the bottom of our contact page.
Please note you will need to know the total payable before using this method.
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Spring & Summer One Day Classes
Introduction to Novelty Cakes: Beginners/intermediate
Create this Cheeky Chimp from Lindy’s ‘Party Animal Cakes’ book (published March 2006). An ideal way to learn the basics of carving and covering a novelty cake – Great course if you have young children or grandchildren. Also ideal if you just haven’t been brave enough to actually carve a cake yet!
 Cheek Chimp from lindy Smith's Party Animal Cakes Book
10am - 4pm

Friday
25th January 2008
Wonky Style Cake:
Not suitable for complete beginners

Learn the secrets of success from Lindy and then create a small version of a wonky cake. The course will include how to carve and cover the layers. Advice and ideas will also be given for the decoration
Taken from Lindy’s new book. 

Wonky Cake from Lindy's 'Cakes to Inspire & Desire' Cake book

10am - 4pm

Friday
1st February 2008


 Full

 

Cake Jewellery – Garlands and Crowns:
All levels
Why not try something new! Learn a variety of beading techniques to decorate your cakes. Course will include beaded garlands and the very popular cake crowns. A wonderfully and effective way to decorate cakes.
Musical Stack - cake jewellery wedding cake
10am - 4pm

Friday
8th February 2008
Full
but we are operating a waiting list
Wonky Style Cake:
Not suitable for complete beginners

Learn the secrets of success from Lindy and then create a small version of a wonky cake. The course will include how to carve and cover the layers. Advice and ideas will also be given for the decoration
Taken from Lindy’s new book. 

Wonky Cake from Lindy's 'Cakes to Inspire & Desire' Cake book

10am - 4pm
Friday
7th March
 2008

Full
Introduction to Celebration Cakes:
Ideal for beginners or those who want to see how it is done ‘live’.
The course will cover the basics of colouring and handling sugarpaste, covering boards and cakes to achieve a professional finish. It will also introduce students to some simple yet highly effective ways to decorate their cakes successfully. NB the daisy cake shown is for illustration only the course will cover simple flowers not wired flowers

daisy cake by Lindy Smith

10am - 4pm

Friday
28th March 2008

Full
but we are operating a waiting list

 

Cake Jewellery – Garlands and Crowns: 
*Additional class*
All levels
Why not try something new! Learn a variety of beading techniques to decorate your cakes. Course will include beaded garlands and the very popular cake crowns. A wonderfully and effective way to decorate cakes.
An Extremely popular class please book early to avoid disappointment

Musical Stack - cake jewellery wedding cake
10am - 4pm

Friday
9th May 2008
Full
but we are operating a waiting list
Wonky Style Cake:
*Additional class*
Learn the secrets of success from Lindy and then create a small version of a wonky cake. The course will include how to carve and cover the layers. Advice and ideas will also be given for the decoration
Taken from Lindy’s new book. 

An Extremely popular class please book early to avoid disappointment

Wonky Cake from Lindy's 'Cakes to Inspire & Desire' Cake book

10am - 4pm
Friday
13th June
 2008

Full
but we are operating a waiting list
Introduction to Celebration Cakes:*Additional class*
Ideal for beginners or those who want to see how it is done ‘live’.
The course will cover the basics of colouring and handling sugarpaste, covering boards and cakes to achieve a professional finish. It will also introduce students to some simple yet highly effective ways to decorate their cakes successfully. NB the daisy cake shown is for illustration only the course will cover simple cut out flowers not wired flowers

Daisy Cakes by Lindy Smith

10am - 4pm

Friday
27th June 2008

1 Space available

 

Two & three day classes

3 Day Creative Skills School
*Due to popular demand the remaining spaces on this course can be booked on a daily basis*
So chose which day or days you like to attend and book accordingly.
10am - 4pm

Monday 28th April - Wednesday 30th April 2008


£110 per day including refreshments and a buffet lunch  

 
Day One - Monday 28th April
Indian Inspired:
Be inspired by Lindy’s ‘Eastern Ornament’ cake  from her new book Cakes to Inspire and Desire.
Lindy will show you how she has achieved the designs on this cake and give you plenty of help and advise so you can create your own hexagonal Indian inspired celebration cake.
 Eastern Ornament - Indian inspired cake
Day Two - Tuesday 29th April
Introduction to Cake Jewellery:
Why not try something new.
Learn a variety of simple techniques to decorate your cakes. Course will include beaded garlands and fountains. A wonderfully quick and effective way to decorate cakes.
Always an exciting day, thoroughly enjoyed by students
Turquoise wire cake
Day Three - Wednesday 30th April
Miniature designer handbags:
How could you resist!
Model designer handbags  from your choice of sugar or Artista soft (a  non toxic modelling medium that once dry becomes a permanent keepsake). The bags illustrated are based on decorative ideas from Lindy's book 'Cakes to Inspire and Desire', however  Lindy is quite happy to give you advice should you wish to recreate your own favourite bag.
A very popular topic, don't miss this opportunity
 miniature designer handbags by Lindy Smith
Bride and Groom Cake Toppers
2 Day course
Some modelling experience is helpful
Create and dress a bride and groom from a non toxic modelling medium - a wonderful keepsake for any couple.
A popular class please book early to avoid disappointment

Verity and Stan Wedding Cake Topper

10am - 4pm

Tuesday 20th & Wednesday 21st May 2008


£220 including a buffet lunch Spaces available 
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