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"A beginner's guide for anyone who has never attempted to decorate a cake, as well as an excellent refresher course for those with a knowledge of the basic techniques. The book begins with an explanation of how to bake the perfect cake and recipes for every type of icing. It then continues with step-by-step guidance on covering cakes, piping, run-outs and ribbon work. By the end of the 20 lesson course, the reader should have the skills and confidence to bake, cover and decorate every one of the specially designed cakes which are illustrated throughout the book."
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133 of 134 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I was given the first hardcover edition of this book in 1988 as a Christmas present and I have stayed loyal to it ever since. The basic cake recipes are highly reliable - the rich fruit cake one of my staples come Christmas. The sugarcraft techniques are taught in such a way that has provided a foundation for further exploration. It's a great introduction to sugarcraft for the novice and provides a clear structure and overview for those who have struggled aimlessly in the dark thus far. I also have Book 2 and it is equally highly recommended. Both of my books are now ready for replacement after much wear, tear and intense use!
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
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I bought this book on a whim and have just completed my fifth cake and am in the process of devising my sixth cake - the pictures and instructions are brilliant, I had never iced a cake before and now feel competent enough to make them for people other than family! Would highly recommend this, and looking at other peoples reviews am going to buy book 2! Well worth it.
25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
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What can I say ...except this book is a must have for learning everything about making cakes through to how to decorate in various ways. It is very infromative with easy to follow instructions...a complete must for the beginner right through to the more experienced. It was so good that I bought book 2 also, another great book.
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The International School of Sugarcraft 1: Beginners Bk.1
This is a Great book to have, full of helpfull pointers, and eaven though it has a few dated pictures, it give great ideas to inspire you. Worth buying.
Published 1 month ago by Mr. J. Calton
The best
A very good book , a lot of ideas and very well organisated. I will learn many cake decorating tips and I will begin to do my own cake following this ideas.many thanks
Published 2 months ago by Larisa
Great for reference
This book is very dated in terms of ideas/pictures but most of the content is still currently used and is a great book to have to refer to. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mrs C
decorating made easy
This has been an excellent purchase, well worth the money, a mine of information
and handy tips, not only for the beginner, but also the more experienced
cake decorater.
and handy tips, not only for the beginner, but also the more experienced
cake decorater.
Published 5 months ago by Chrisp
Good for learning some of the basics!
Bought this for my wife and she's now had it for a few weeks and hardly a day goes by when she doesn't take a look at it. Read more
Published 6 months ago by P. Bean
fantastic
this book is fantastic extremely detailed with lots of explanations its perfect for beginners just like myself !!!! Read more
Published 7 months ago by toni
It's a nice book
Very thorough and detailed although there is some assumption of basic knowledge and for me leaves some questions
unanswered. Read more
unanswered. Read more
Published 8 months ago by glynis howgego
Livin' in the 80s ...
There's good sound advice and information in this book, but it is oh so dated if you are looking for design inspiration. Read more
Published 10 months ago by prawncracker
The International School of Sugarcraft 1: Beginners Bk.1
I love this book and im so pleased i brought it i have learnt so much from this one book. i would say any beginner should have this. Great book and fast delivery
Published 11 months ago by Mrs. S. A. Williams
Interesting book
I bought this book, because I could look through it before buying it, and it looked so nice.
Both myself and my grandaughter, have baked from it. Read more
Both myself and my grandaughter, have baked from it. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Suey
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