Cake Decorating: The Complete Step-By-Step Guide Book

Decorating homemade cakes for occasions such as birthdays anniversaries children's parties christenings or weddings is a perennially popular subject. Nothing is nicer than receiving a cake that has that personal touch. The "Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Cake Decorating" contains all the know-how and recipes needed to make and decorate cakes that are incredibly simple and quick-to-make yet look absolutely stunning. There are cakes for all occasions - Christmas Easter Hallowe'en birthdays and anniversaries. All the most popular methods of icing and decoration are covered from buttercream sugar paste (fondant) and chocolate to royal icing and marzipan. Detailed easy-to follow instructions explain the basics of preparing and using the different types of icing followed by recipes for imaginative cakes for each method all illustrated with step-by-step photographs. There are fantastic cakes to suit adults and children alike all of which can be achieved for a fraction of the normal retail cost. Beginners will pick up the basics fast and even experienced cake decorators will find some inspirational new ideas.