Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft for Creative Wellbeing
Whether you want to decorate cakes for friends and family or begin a career in cake decorating and sugarcraft, this course is for you. You will be introduced to cake decorating and sugarcraft techniques, giving you the knowledge and skills to take your cake decorating to the next level. You will make cake toppers and decorations using edible pastes including small models and a wired flower and foliage which will have a seasonal theme. The classes will provide a positive and friendly environment to meet new people and learn new skills.
Price
£134.00
Location
Gateshead Interchange Centre
Day(s) of the week
Monday
Number of Weeks
10
Start Date
Enquire any time
Course Times
10:00am to 12:00pm
Course Code
PGU0942
What is the Programme Content?
You will make four or five seasonally themed cake decorations/toppers which can be used to decorate a celebration cake. In doing so you will be introduced to the materials, tools, equipment, and techniques needed to make each decoration. You will learn how to select the most suitable paste (sugarpaste, modelling paste or flower paste) for each project. You will be taught how to use a range of cake decorating and sugarcraft tools and equipment effectively and safely, and how to adapt commonly available kitchen and craft tools. You will be taught core cake decorating and sugarcraft techniques that you will be able to use to make your own projects following the course. You will be provided with a range of course resources including detailed illustrated handouts (available in hardcopy and electronic format), videos and slide show presentations. These will be available for you to access outside of class using Google Classroom and You Tube. Please note, the course is not taught in a kitchen/food safe environment so the course will not include icing or piping cakes or working with buttercream.
Who is it for?
This course is ideal for beginners who are new cake decorating and sugarcraft. It is also suitable for those who have some basic knowledge and experience of cake decorating and sugarcraft and who would like to improve their skills and meet people who have a shared interest in cake decorating and sugarcraft. The course also welcomes learners who have completed previous cake decorating and sugarcraft courses.
What prior experience and knowledge do I need?
None.
What materials or equipment do I need to provide?
Most equipment is provided but you should bring the following: • Pen • Ruler (15cm or 30cm length) • A small box to transport your work (shoe box or smaller) • A set of paint brushes to use with glue and dust colours - cheap children's brushes available from supermarkets are acceptable. The following equipment is optional: • Pocket weighing scales which measure n 1g intervals • Wet wipes (for cleaning hands) • Disposable Gloves • Apron • Sandwich Bags. You are welcome to bring your own cake decorating and sugarcraft equipment if you prefer.
What materials or equipment do we provide to you?
• All tools required are provide for use in the classroom. • Handouts, slides and videos used in classes are available on Google Classroom. • Materials are provided for a fee of £24 per course. This fee is payable to the tutor even if you qualify for free or reduced course fees.
How will I be assessed?
Your tutor will discuss your individual goals and you will be encouraged to gain new skills and techniques. You will be required to track your progress by completing an Individual Learning Plan.
Is the programme accredited?
No, this is not an accredited course.
What can I do next?
• The same course – the course content is changed is adapted to suit the needs of each learner on the course. You are encouraged to set yourself a personalised target, appropriate to your needs, each term. • If you would prefer to achieve a qualification, accredited courses (NCFE Entry Level 3 or Level 1 in Creative Craft) are available for Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft. • If you wish to change subject, you may also join another community learning course. See the Course Directory for details.
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