Cake Decorating at Home

Discover the Art of Cake Decorating for Fun!

Zoe Clark (Author)

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David & Charles
01 October 2010

Cookery, food & drink; Cakes, baking, icing & sugarcraft; Bargains

Cake decorating is creative, fun and easy to learn, and this book proves that you shouldn't save your cake decorating ideas just for christenings and weddings!

Cake Decoration at Home has a recipe for every occasion, whether it s a tea party, a wedding or a special Christmas gift. Over 30 designs for cakes, cupcakes, minicakes and cookies allow you to make delicious homemade treats for friends and family all year round!

The featured cake decorating techniques suit all skill levels. Illustrated step-by-step instructions guide even the most novice decorator through the stages, from baking the cake to adding the finishing touches. On top of that, you ll find ideas how to extend the theme to your table decorations and décor, to create the perfect atmosphere.

Casual lifestyle photography and a cookery-book feel will take out the fear of sugarcrafting and encourage beginners.|Cake Decorating at Home Cake decorating is creative, fun and easy to learn, and this book, from award-winning author Zoe Clark, proves that you shouldn't save your cake decorating ideas just for christenings and wedding cakes! Cake Decorating at Home has baking recipes and cake designs for every occasion, from wedding cakes and special Christmas cakes to fun, contemporary cakes, such as the Summer Seaside Celebration and the Mad Tea Party. Over 30 celebration cakes, cupcakes, mini cakes, fondant fancies and cookies allow you to bake delicious homemade treats for friends and family all year round! Zoe's simple, step-by-step instructions and detailed cake decorating techniques guide you through each stage of baking and cake decorating, and you will also find inspiration for how to celebrate the theme of your party with coordinating decorations, table settings and centrepieces. Inside Cake Decorating at Home: Cake Decorating Techniques learn how to decorate a cake with these easy-to-follow techniques, including layering, sculpting and covering cakes, assembling tiered cakes, piping buttercream frosting and royal icing, working with sugarpaste, and using fondant icing. Baking Recipes recipes for round and square cakes, from large to small, as well as recipes for cupcakes, mini cakes and cookies. Recipes include sponge cake, white chocolate cake, fruit cake, and more! Cake Designs 30 projects for you to make, for wedding, seasonal celebrations and parties, or just to bake at home with your children.

By: Zoe Clark (Author)
Imprint: David & Charles
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 277mm, Width: 211mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 580g
ISBN: 9780715337585
ISBN 10: 0715337580
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 01 October 2010
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Over 30 delicious homemade treats to delight your friends and family all year round Packed with recipes and designs for cakes, cupcakes, mini cakes, fondant fancies and cookies Something for every occasion, from the Mad Hatter’s tea party to a lacy white wedding Step-by-step illustrated instructions and detailed techniques guide you through each stage of baking and decorating Inspiration for how to celebrate the theme of your party with co-ordinated decorations, table settings and centrepieces

Zoe Clark is one of London's leading wedding cake designers. She is the author of five books on cake decorating and runs the Cake Parlour, where she offers cake decorating classes and bespoke cake design services for every occasion. Zoe has recently started supplying the world-renowned Fortnum & Mason store with an exclusive range of wedding and celebration cakes and cookies. www.thecakeparlour.com