Introduction to Sugar Flowers

Starting at the very beginning we will teach you the basics of creating beautiful unwired sugar flowers.

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Starting at the very beginning we will teach you the basics of creating beautiful unwired sugar flowers. 

From how to use flower paste, colouring and shaping techniques to the professional hints, tips and insider secrets we will show you step by step how to create blossoms, daisies, gerberas, realistic rose petals and frilled flowers perfect for cupcakes, celebration cakes and even weddings.

  • Tutorial – what is flower paste and why you‘d choose it.
  • How to work with flower paste
  • How to create blossoms and layered blossoms
  • How to create daisies
  • How to create gerberas
  • How to create frilled flowers
  • How to create veined leaves
  • How to use the flower centre mould
  • How to use a selection of modelling tools and professional equipment including ball tool, flower shaping pad and Dresden tool
  • How to create realistic rose petals
  • How to use flower and leaf veiners
  • How to layer flowers
Annabelle Annabelle
Annabelle

Director

Annabelle established Confection Perfection (now re-branded as Annabelle Jane Cake School) in 1996 from her kitchen table; bought her first retail premises in 2000 and is now settled in a delightful setting in Bearsted, just outside Maidstone.  Annabelle has extensive cake decorating experience and is highly creative and artistic. Annabelle is an accredited tutor for the PME Diplomas in Sugar craft and also designs and delivers a wide range of other highly successful cake baking and decorating classes. Annabelle has a huge vision for our Cake School and ensures that the strong reputation we have earned continues to grow lead by her consistently high standards.

We provide the flower paste, colours, and all the equipment you need.  Just bring your enthusiasm and an apron, we look after the rest.

The course price includes everything you need to create the flowers and leaves and a box to take them home. We will provide all materials, all sugarcraft tools, equipment and refreshments. Course attendees will also receive comprehensive course notes and 10% discount on items purchased in the cake decorating supplies shop on the day of your course.

What's the skill level?

Any level, beginners and upwards

Are there any age restrictions?

Age 11+ (under 16 must be accompanied by an adult partaking in the course)

What are the course times?

This is a 2 hour course.

What do I need to bring?

You need to bring an apron (or we have disposable aprons 50p each) and your enthusiasm.

I really felt supported at each stage and it was very well explained. Lovely tutor, very calm and considerate of all needs. It was a wonderful break from reality to learn a new skill.

— , 31st August 2019

Great fun & learnt a lot.

— , 31st August 2019

A very pleasant morning, well paced, enjoyable, informative and fun! Excellent tutor - very patient, knowledgeable and skillfull, her passion is infectious. A wonderful way to start the day!

— , 31st August 2019

While getting into baking, sugarcraft is the one thing that petrifies me. However, doing this course has made me see that simple techniques can create beautiful staple flowers. I feel inspired to keep trying new flowers now!

— , 31st August 2019

Brilliant course. Highly recommended. Brilliant tutoring.

— , 4th June 2019

Another wonderful course. I've learnt so much. Fabulous tutor.

— , 4th June 2019

Friendly atmosphere, lovely teacher. Very good, helpful, friendly, patient + understanding. Will definitely come back, was good fun + learnt lots. Thank you.

— , 19th August 2017

Such an amazing experience. Highly recommend. Perfect confidence builder including self-confidence. Amazing tutor, extremely knowledgeable, friendly and informative. Explained everything perfectly. Really glad I came.

— , 19th August 2017

The course was informative, the tutor was very constructive, learnt many techniques to take away & use. Thank you.

— , 19th August 2017

An enjoyable, relaxed, informative morning. The time disappeared, I was enjoying myself so much. Fabulous tutor! 6*

— , 19th August 2017

Tutor was great and the tips are very useful. Awesome day!

— , 15th August 2015

Excellent tutor, brilliant day.

— , 15th August 2015

Welcomed with a smile and offer of tea, coffee and cake. Very knowledgeable and friendly tutor. Exciting day.

— , 15th August 2015

Brilliant!

— , 2nd May 2015

Always a warm welcome. My tutor was very good. She explained the techniques clearly and was very helpful.

— , 2nd May 2015

Brilliant tutor, friendly atmosphere - fantastic!

— , 10th January 2015

The tutor was both knowledgeable and friendly. Enjoyable day.

— , 10th January 2015

Already booked more courses! Great day.

— , 10th January 2015

Brilliant! - easy to follow instructions and lovely atmosphere

— , 25th October 2014

Enjoyed it very much! My tutor was friendly and very helpful - very clear technique

— , 25th October 2014

The tutor was very good and it;s a nice place to learn.

— , 23rd August 2014

Very interesting course - wonderful tutor.

— , 23rd August 2014

Thank you for a great course. It was lots of fun learning a new skill.Great afternoon. My tutor was excellent.

— , 3rd May 2014

Very good course. Will be back to do more. Tutor was very friendly and fun.

— , 3rd May 2014

From beginners, Back 2 Basics to this course it always flows, feels like they go hand in hand. Professional + friendly. Extra tips and advice always on hand. Thank - you.

— , 5th March 2014

The courses I have done are brilliant. Cannot recommend them highly enough. Annabelle is amazing and a very friendly, patient tutor.

— , 5th March 2014

It was more than I expected. If any one is thinking of going to a course but they are not sure... don't hesitate! The tutors are lovely, you learn alot. You will want to keep coming back.

— , 5th March 2014

A good fun relaxing course to demonstrate your own sugar flowers. Annabelle was great at explaining all the techniques + giving time to create or own individual flowers. What I expected but even more detail. Thank you Annabelle.

— , 5th March 2014

My tutor was good fun. I've had such a good time and now feel much more confident in using my tools correctly! We had cake too! Thank you!

— , 5th February 2014

My tutor was very good, I had everything I needed and had a nice day

— , 5th February 2014

My 3rd course so far - loved all of them thank you!

— , 5th February 2014

My tutor was amazing - Great course-thanks!

— , 15th August 2013

It was excellent.

— , 14th August 2013

Nothing could improve the course – it was brill!

— , 14th August 2013

It was amazing

— , 12th August 2013

I am converted!! I have never really made flowers before as I "don't have the patience" ...or so I thought! Flowers of different difficulty

— , 19th July 2013