Cake Decorating Basics: Techniques and Tips for Creating Beautiful Cakes [Hardcover]

Rachel Brown (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2007

Cake decorating is a richly rewarding skill that anyone can master with a little help, and this fact-packed volume answers all the basic questions that beginners frequently ask: How do I level off a domed cake? What is the best way to cut a dowel? How can I get a modeled figure to sit? Plus, there’s detailed information on covering cakes with marzipan, adding ribbons, simple piping with royal icing, creating special effects with sugar paste, and basic modeling. And dessert lovers with special dietary requirements will enjoy the gluten, egg, sugar, and dairy-free treats. Each chapter features color photographs that provide step-by-step guidance—so your cakes will turn out perfectly, the first time and every time.

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About the Author

Rachel Brown is the owner of two specialist cake decorating shops in Berkshire and also lectures at a local college. Throughout her many years in the business, she has often been asked to write down her tips and experiences; this book is the result.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: New Holland (April 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1845375181
• ISBN-13: 978-1845375188
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,071,912 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for general tips, July 27, 2011

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This review is from: Cake Decorating Basics: Techniques and Tips for Creating Beautiful Cakes (Hardcover)

It was helpful for a few things I didn't already know (hence basics). I love the ending fondant molding section. She shows you basic animals/figurines (dog, duck, man.. Etc) which open doors to several other cute ideas. Lots of pictures and some cute tricks that I will be trying soon. Overall a useful book.