This is the ultimate cake decorating and sugarcraft techniques book, from best-selling author Lindy Smith. It covers every must-know technique, starting with basic tools and ingredients and finishing with advanced modelling and decorating - essential for both beginner and experienced cake decorators. Step-by-step illustrated instructions cover every stage, from cake baking to adding the finishing touches. It includes techniques and inspiration for cupcakes and cookies, as well as cakes.

Table of Contents

Introduction; Equipment; Basics; Measurements, Baking cakes, Sugar recipes, Preparing cakes, Covering cakes, Storage, Cutting guide; Techniques; - Carving; - Colour; - Painting; - Stencilling; - Cutters; - Flowers; - Embossing; - Tools; - Piping; - Moulds; - Cake Jewellery; Glossary / Suppliers / Index.

About the Author

Website: www.lindyscakes.co.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Lindys-Cakes-Ltd/227583111074 Twitter: twitter.com/LindysCakes Blog: www.lindyscakes.co.uk/Blog Lindy Smith is an established name both as a D&C author and as a major influence on the world of sugarcraft. She teaches and runs workshops all over the world and her company, Lindy's Cakes, has expanded significantly over the past year, moving to new purpose-built premises where she employs a small, dedicated team of experts. Lindy is based in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire.