Transform simple cupcakes into beautiful edible creations in this fun, hands-on decorating workshop. Guided by an experienced tutor, you'll learn practical techniques using fondant and buttercream to create eye-catching cupcakes that are perfect for birthdays, celebrations, gifts, and special occasions.
Working step by step, you'll discover how to shape decorative fondant elements, pipe classic buttercream finishes, and combine colours, textures, and creative details to bring your designs to life. Along the way, you'll pick up practical tips and finishing techniques used by professional cake decorators—all using affordable tools and techniques you can easily recreate at home.
By the end of the workshop, you'll take home four beautifully decorated cupcakes, along with the skills and confidence to continue experimenting with cupcake decorating in your own kitchen.
Please note: We are unable to provide substitute ingredients for participants with food allergies.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this Cupcake Decorating Workshop, you will have explored concepts and techniques such as:
Working confidently with rolled fondant
Creating simple fondant flowers, foliage, and decorative elements
Making a classic fondant rose
Piping smooth buttercream swirls
Finishing cupcakes using a range of decorative techniques
Combining colours and textures to create attractive cupcake designs
Course content
What will be covered in this Cupcake Decorating Workshop?
During the workshop, participants will work with techniques and ideas such as:
Introduction to rolled fondant and buttercream frosting
Colouring, handling, and shaping fondant
Creating sculpted fondant flowers, leaves, and decorative cake toppers
Making a classic fondant rose
Basic buttercream piping techniques
Creating character-themed and traditional cupcake decorations
Finishing and presenting four decorated cupcakes to take home
Content may vary slightly depending on class pace, participant interests, and instructor approach.
Intended audience
Who is this Cupcake Decorating Workshop for?
This workshop is perfect for complete beginners, home bakers, and anyone who enjoys getting creative in the kitchen.
Whether you'd like to decorate cupcakes for birthdays, celebrations, gifts, children's parties, or simply for the enjoyment of baking, you'll leave with practical skills that are easy to recreate at home.
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
Accessibility: This class is held in an upstairs room with access via approximately 20 steps. The lift is currently out of service. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Course materials
What we provide
All ingredients
Plain cupcakes ready for decorating
Decorating tools and equipment
A take-home cake box for your finished cupcakes
What to bring to class
An apron
Closed-in shoes
Long hair should be tied back
Additional information
Please note the following:
Accessibility: Please note there is no level access to the room for this class. Access is via approx. 20 steps.
$159Limited
inc GST
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$127.20
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$135.10
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$143.10
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Accessibility: This class is held in an upstairs room with access via approximately 20 steps. The lift is currently out of service. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Public transport is available from Victoria Road and Darling Street. We cannot guarantee that there will be parking available onsite due to the limited number of spaces. On weekdays, there are 11 onsite car spaces available for free parking. On weeknights and weekends, 15 onsite car spaces are available for free parking. There is also free council parking on the corner of Evans Street and Victoria Road. The surrounding street parking is limited as it is a residential area. Please be mindful of residents if parking on the surrounding streets.
