Cake Decorating Foundations

Tutor in Residence

Di Henning, Toowoomba 

Di is a registered nurse and has been working at Toowoomba Health Service for the last five years. Her passion for cake decorating has spanned over 30 years, culminating with the commencement of Cakes2di4, her own cake making and decorating business in early 2012. Di started out as a self-taught cake decorator, but as recently as March 2013 has had the opportunity to travel to England and receive tutoring from some of the worlds’ most amazing cake icing professionals.

Di would describe her style as elegant and creative and she is passionate about sharing her experience and knowledge with all those who are likeminded.

Course Synopsis

Come join with Di and take your cake decorating to the next level. Turn your humble homemade cakes into professional masterpieces. You will learn how to prepare and cover your cakes with fondant icing. You won’t believe how easy the skill is to master with the minimum of effort.

You will create some amazing flower paste decorations and learn techniques to adorn your cake and decorate some matching cupcakes. This is a course where you can bring your imagination and be inspired and encouraged to create. The course is basically all hands on and from day one you will be into the icing, so bring your aprons!

NOTE: All students must contact the tutor at least 6 weeks prior to commencement to discuss cake and equipment requirements. Option is to bring your own cakes. Cupcakes are provided.

Level

Suitable for the raw beginner or the more experienced.

Material Cost

A materials list is provided as a guide.