In the next couple posts we’re going to tackle our first Halloween cake decorating project and learn how to bake and decorate a cake shaped like a pumpkin. This cake was made usingthe Great Pumpkin Cake PanFirst, you’re going to need to gather the tools and ingredients needed to bake your ...Continue reading...

A lot of people spend so much time worrying about how their cake looks that they forget the most important step of basic cake decorating. The taste! No matter how good your cake looks, your hard work will all be for nothing if you cake tastes terrible. Of all the ...Continue reading...

It goes without saying that without a high-quality cake pan, you're not going to get a high-quality cake. Cake decorating supplies, including cake pans, come in a variety of shapes and sizes. You don't need to buy every shape and size cake pan under sun, but in order to get ...Continue reading...

Do you think you have what it takes to start your own cake decorating business? The best way to find out is to follow those that have done it already. That way you can learn from their mistakes and prevent yourself from getting in over your head. Continue reading...

A cake decorating book I recently added to my collection is Cake Decorating for Dummies by Joe LoCicero. Continue reading...

Do you get bits of crumbs stuck in your frosting? You're not alone. Many home bakers struggle to get a smooth finish on their cake, despite doing all they can to make their cake look "professional." In cake lingo, the secret to a super-smooth cake is what's called a "crumb ...Continue reading...

A special birthday cake can create special memories for your family that last a lifetime. A picture of the birthday child grinning from ear-to-ear as she stands by her cake always makes a splash in the family photo album for years to come. Continue reading...