Writing in icing or piped lettering is one of the most daunting challenges for many of us cake enthusiasts. And we probably put off learning and practicing it for as long as we get away with it, turning time and time again to our trusty letter cutters. Yet we all secretly yearn to pipe fine […]
Lace Wedding Cakes Part 2: Lace Piping
The ultimate challenge for most wedding cake decorators is a piped lace wedding cake. And while it truly is an art form, there are some techniques to help the beginner create a beautiful lace effect on wedding cakes quite easily. As for the detailed, intricate lace piping of yesteryear, all the masters emphasize practice, practice, […]
How to Pipe Buttercream Ruffles & Frills
Buttercream ruffles and frills make up the final part of our buttercream piping series. The terms are used interchangeably, but here at Cake Geek we tend to call the design above buttercream “ruffles” and the designs at the bottom of the page, buttercream “frills”. Whatever terms you use, both designs create a beautiful effect and are super on-trend at the moment for wedding cakes and party cakes. The […]
How to Pipe A Buttercream Petal Cake
A buttercream petal cake is a super sweet design for any occasion and very easy to create. The two beautiful examples above are via Glorious Treats and Catch My Party, with two more pretty petal-piped cakes below by Blissfully Sweet Cakes by Jackie (via Style Me Pretty) and Couture Cupcakes & Cookies (via Amy Atlas blog), perfect for […]
How to Pipe Buttercream Roses
Buttercream roses and piping are a huge trend in cake design at the moment and the trend looks set to grow and grow. The beautiful trio of piped buttercream rose cakes are by The Layered Bakeshop (Ryan Ray Photography), while the cake designs below are from I Am Baker and the Sisters Cake Company. The […]