by Lenora Ross | Oct 9, 2023 | Cake Basics, Tutorials
I’m always in awe when I see a cake that is beautifully done. It has smooth buttercream edges, straight sides, some height to it at least 5 inches or taller, and looks clean and neat. I’ve come across so many cakes where the design is cool but the cake is...
by Lenora Ross | Sep 6, 2022 | Cake Basics, Tutorials
For beginner cake decorators, the process of preparing and decorating a cake can seem like a daunting task, with countless steps and techniques to master. But don’t worry—everyone starts somewhere, and with the right guidance, you can transform your cakes into...
by Lenora Ross | Nov 7, 2021 | Cake Basics, Tutorials
Smoothing frosting on a cake is similar to crumb coating. The only difference is the top layer of frosting is thicker, and smoothing can take a little longer. There are several ways to frost a smooth cake, and in this tutorial, I’m going to show you the piping...
by Lenora Ross | Oct 7, 2021 | Cake Basics, Tutorials
I start icing all my cakes with a crumb coat. A crumb coat is a thin layer of frosting to lock in the crumbs. This prevents crumbs from appearing on the top layer of frosting on your finished cake. Checkout the video below to see how I prepared this cake. This post...
by Lenora Ross | Sep 21, 2021 | Cake Basics, Tutorials
Before building a cake, I first make sure the top of my cake layers are flat and leveled. This is important when filling and stacking a cake to prevent the layers from imploding or sliding. I find that usually, there is a slight hump that needs to be trimmed. This...
by Lenora Ross | Sep 15, 2021 | Cake Basics, Tools
My cake decorating tools have been vital to creating cakes like a pro. Having the proper tools can not only make the experience fun but can save you time. The tools I have listed are ones I use and still have since the beginning of my cake journey. This post may...
