2009 Sugarcraft and cake decorating workshops with Lindy Smith

Lindy's Cakes Blog

2009

Sugarcraft Workshops

With Lindy Smith

Completed Classes This is to give you as flavour of the classes that we run through out the year, for our current list please click here.
Wonky Style Cake: Unsuitable 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.		10am - 4pm Friday 9th January 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list
Introduction to Celebration Cakes: Foundation level - 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.		10am - 4pm Friday 23rd January 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list
Designer Wedding Cookies: Suitable for any level Be one of the first in the UK to create amazing designer wedding 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!! This workshop promises to be a lot of fun so why not treat yourself?		10am - 4pm Friday 30th January 2009 Only 1 space remaining
Novelty Cakes: Beginners/intermediate Create this 'purrfect' cat 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!		10am - 4pm Friday 6th February 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list
Wonky Style Cake: Unsuitable 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.		10am - 4pm Friday 13th February 2009 Full
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.		10am - 4pm Friday 27th & Saturday 28th February 2009
Cake Jewellery – Garlands and Crowns: Suitable for any level 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 wonderful and effective way to decorate cakes. A popular class, please book early to avoid disappointment.		10am - 4pm Friday 27th March 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list
Decorated Cookies for Spring: Suitable for any level Why not treat yourself to a day creating cookies to give as small gifts to your family and friends. The principle decorative medium for this course will be sugarpaste. 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.		10am - 4pm Friday 3rd April 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list
Wonky Style Cake: Unsuitable 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 and in her forthcoming wonky cake DVD.		10am - 4pm Friday 24th April 2009 1 space available
Designer Cookies Suitable for any level 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? A very popular class, please book early to avoid disappointment.		10am - 4pm Friday 1st May 2009 1 space available
Novelty Cakes: Beginners/intermediate Create this 'purrfect' cat 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!		10am - 4pm Friday 8th May 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list
Introduction to Celebration Cakes: Foundation level - 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.		10am - 4pm Friday 15th May 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list
Wonky Style Cake: Unsuitable 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 and in her forthcoming wonky cake DVD.		10am - 4pm Friday 22nd May 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list
More Cake Jewellery – new ideas - flowers, bands etc: Suitable for any level Why not try something new with your cake jewellery! Learn a variety of interesting new beading techniques to decorate your cakes. Course will include beaded flowers and jewellery bands.	examples taken from Lindy's forthcoming cake jewellery DVD	10am - 4pm Friday 5th June 2009 2 spaces available
Introduction to Celebration Cakes: Foundation level - 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.		10am - 4pm Friday 12th June 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list
Introduction to Novelty Cakes 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. Please note the cake can easily be adapted to suit a boy or girl		10am - 4pm Friday 3rd July 2009 2 spaces available
Decorated Summer Cookies: Suitable for any level Why not treat yourself to a day creating cookies to give as small gifts to your family and friends. The principle decorative medium for this course will be sugarpaste. 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. Cookies to include swimming costume, bikini, flip flops and ice cream cones		10am - 4pm Friday 10th July 2009 1 space available
Designer Wedding Cookies: Suitable for any level A very popular class. Learn how to create amazing designer wedding cookies using sugarpaste. The course will cover all the fundamentals of decorating cookies plus it will give students a chance to experiment. This workshop promises to be a lot of fun so why not treat yourself? Venue: Aston Clinton Baptist Hall	For reports from previous cookie classes please visit the Lindy's Cakes Blog	10am - 4pm Friday 25th September 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list, spaces are available on the Christmas tree cookies and party cookies workshops
Introduction to Celebration Cakes: Foundation level - 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. Venue: Aston Clinton Baptist Hall	For a report from a previous class please visit the Lindy's Cakes Blog	10am - 4pm Friday 2nd October 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list,
Cat Novelty Cake: Beginners/intermediate - students should be familiar with handling sugarpaste. Create this 'purrfect' cat 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! Venue: Aston Clinton Baptist Hall	For a report from a previous class please visit the Lindy's Cakes Blog	10am - 4pm Friday 9th October 2009 1 space available
Whale Novelty Cake: Beginners/intermediate - students should be familiar with handling sugarpaste. One for the boys! Create this 'Whale of a Time' whale from Lindy’s ‘Party Animal Cakes’ book (published March 2006). Our cake carving courses are proving very popular so as requested we've added another cake design. This whale is 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! Venue: Ellesborough Parish Hall	New Workshop Click on picture to enlarge	10am - 4pm Tuesday 13th October 2009
Wonky Style Cake: Unsuitable for 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. Advice and ideas will also be given for the decoration. As seen in Lindy’s 'Cakes to Inspire and Desire' book and in her exciting new wonky cake DVD. Venue: Aston Clinton Baptist Hall	For a report from a previous class please visit the Lindy's Cakes Blog	10am - 4pm Friday 16th October 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list spaces still available on the 8th December
Autumn Inspired Mini Cakes: Beginners/intermediate Have you always fancied having a go at decorating mini cakes but not known where to start? Or perhaps you've tried but would like to improve on your finish and decoration skills, if so this is the ideal course for you. Taking her autumn leaf cake as inspiration, Lindy will show you how to create your own mini autumn inspired cakes. Sugar shaper techniques will also be explored during the day, showing you how easy it is to use this amazingly useful and effective tool. Venue: Ellesborough Parish Hall	New Workshop Inspiration for the mini cakes class	10am - 4pm Tuesday 20th October 2009 FULL
Cake Jewellery – Garlands and Crowns: Suitable for any level Why not try something new! Learn a variety of beading techniques to decorate your cakes. The course will include beaded garlands and the very popular cake crowns. A wonderful and effective way to decorate cakes. As seen in Lindy’s 'Cakes to Inspire and Desire' book and on her exciting new Cake jewellery gems DVD. Venue: Aston Clinton Baptist Hall	For a report from a previous class please visit the Lindy's Cakes Blog	10am - 4pm Friday 23rd October 2009
Introduction to Celebration Cakes: Foundation level - 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. Venue: Aston Clinton Baptist Hall	For a report from a previous class please visit the Lindy's Cakes Blog	10am - 4pm Friday 20th November 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list
Christmas Tree Cookie Decorations: 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!!! For reports from previous cookie classes please visit the Lindy's Cakes Blog Venue: Ellesborough Parish Hall		10am - 4pm Tuesday 24th November 2009 Only 2 spaces remaining
Christmas Bauble Cake: Students should be familiar with handling sugarpaste, so the workshop is unsuitable for beginners. Are you looking for a striking Christmas cake this year? If so come and learn the secrets of covering a ball cake successfully, something we are always asked about. Then decorate it using stencils and/or your choice of cutters. Venue: Aston Clinton Baptist Hall	New Workshop Click on picture to enlarge	10am - 4pm Friday 27th November 2009 FULL but we are operating a waiting list
Mini Christmas Cakes: Beginners/intermediate Solve some of your Christmas present problems!!! Mini cakes make ideal small presents for friends, family and teachers! So why not spend a day having fun and making presents at the same time? Lindy will show you how to create your own mini Christmas inspired cakes using Christmas and winter themed cutters as a starting point. Venue: Ellesborough Parish Hall	New Workshop Possible decoration options, Lindy will create a range of mini cakes using different cutters to inspire you before the class.	10am - 4pm Tuesday 1st December 2009 Only 2 spaces remaining
Wonky Style Cake: Unsuitable for 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. Advice and ideas will also be given for the decoration. As seen in Lindy’s 'Cakes to Inspire and Desire' book and in her exciting new wonky cake DVD. Venue: Ellesborough Parish Hall	For a report from a previous class please visit the Lindy's Cakes Blog	10am - 4pm Tuesday 8th December 2009 Only 1 space remaining
Christmas and New Year Party Cookies: Suitable for any level Why not treat yourself to a day creating cookies to amaze your friends. The course will cover all the fundamentals of decorating cookies plus it will give students a chance to be as creative as they dare!! This seasons party dresses and shoes plus party crackers to help everything go with a bang. This festive workshop promises to be a lot of fun so why not treat yourself? For reports from previous cookie classes please visit the Lindy's Cakes Blog Venue: Aston Clinton Baptist Hall		10am - 4pm Friday 11th December 2009
There are a maximum of 8-12 places per workshop, which will be allocated on a strictly first come first served basis.