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The Wilton School Revisited: Airbrushing Class with Johanna Wyss

I was so very excited for my return to The Wilton School a couple of weeks ago! I travelled from Indianapolis, IN to Darien, IL for less...

My first trip to The Wilton School!

I had the wonderful opportunity of visiting the Wilton School in Darien, IL for the first time in February! They offered instructor-only...

2020: Well, I had a plan...

Before the end of 2019, I posted a blog about my goals for the new year. The year started off great! The spring Cake Decorating Series...

Cake 911: Help, my cake is bulging!

We've all heard the phrase "Crumb Coat & Chill" (made famous by Yolanda of How To Cake It).... However, what do you do when you crumb...

2020: Well, I had a plan...

Before the end of 2019, I posted a blog about my goals for the new year. The year started off great! The spring Cake Decorating Series...

What’s Ahead in 2020?

There are less than 3 weeks in 2019... When the clock strikes midnight on December 31st, not only will it usher in a new year, but a new de

5 Questions You Should Ask Before Accepting an Order

Whether it's a cake for a birthday party, cake pops for a bridal shower or cupcakes for a retirement celebration, there are some key que

3 Simple Tips for Buying New Cake Pans

Are you in the market for new cake bakes pans? Here are a few simple tips to make sure you're getting the best bang for your buck: Opt...

3 Reasons Why You Should Take an In-person Cake Decorating Class!

If you've been debating whether or not you should take the plunge and attend an in-person cake decorating class, here are 3 reasons why...

What No One Ever Tells You about Cake Decorating...

With the prevalence of cake competition shows, Pinterest and Craftsy, cake decorating has quickly become a very popular hobby over the...

5 Unique Cake Design Details to Inspire You!

Designing a cake requires a lot of creativity and wisdom in knowing how to execute the design! Unfortunately, we sometimes fall into a...

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Icing Colors: 10 Useful Tips and Tricks!

1. Always use gel paste color; never liquid food coloring! Liquid food coloring is a liquid, and liquid effects the consistency...