Mini cactus urn cake
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Don't let the size fool you – this class is packed with techniques! You'll create a beautifully realistic mini terracotta urn from two vanilla cupcakes before making a gorgeous selection of cacti to complete your design. Every stage is demonstrated and explained step by step, with plenty of professional tips and tricks to help you achieve an impressive finish with confidence.
During the class you will learn:
- How to fill cupcakes with jam and buttercream for the perfect finish.
- How to carve the cupcakes into a realistic terracotta urn shape.
- How to cover your cake with fondant for a smooth, professional finish.
- How to texture fondant to create the look of aged terracotta.
- How to add realistic details, including the rolled rim and decorative handles.
- How to cover and finish your cake board.
- How to use moulds to create a selection of realistic cacti.
- Colour masterclass – discover how carefully placed dust colours transform both the urn and cacti from flat to incredibly lifelike.
- How to make realistic edible 'sand' and securely attach it to your cake and board.
- Storage and transportation tips to ensure your finished creation arrives home safely.
Whether you're new to novelty cakes or looking to expand your decorating skills, you'll leave with a beautiful centrepiece, plenty of new techniques and the confidence to recreate the design at home. No previous modelling experience is required – everything is taught in a friendly, relaxed, step-by-step format.
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.
Everything is Included including the cake, all icings and a box. Course attendees will also receive comprehensive course notes.
We provide tea, coffee, drinking water and cake.
You may like to bring an apron (please don't buy one, we do have spares)