Cake Decorating at Home

Cake Decorating at HomeCake 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.