Cupcake Decorating: Beginner Workshop
Discover how to turn simple cupcakes into edible mini works of art in this fun, hands-on cupcake decorating workshop in Sydney. Guided by an experienced tutor, you’ll learn beginner-friendly techniques using fondant and buttercream to create eye-catching designs you can easily recreate at home.
Working step-by-step, you’ll explore how to shape decorative elements, pipe classic buttercream swirls, and finish cupcakes with professional-style touches. Using affordable tools and everyday kitchen equipment, you’ll gain practical skills and creative confidence.
By the end of the session, you’ll take home four beautifully decorated cupcakes, along with the knowledge and inspiration to continue experimenting in your own kitchen.
Learning Outcomes
- Create sculpted fondant flowers, leaves, and a fondant rose.
- Pipe a classic buttercream swirl and finish a smooth fondant top.
- Design decorative edible elements such as fondant grass and chocolate “soil.”
Schedule & Pricing
- 3-hour workshop (1:00pm–4:00pm).
- Upcoming sessions available throughout the year.
- Course fee: $159 per participant.
Accessibility
- Classroom is located upstairs with approximately 20 steps.
- Lift currently out of service; no level access available.
Please note: We are unable to provide substitute ingredients for participants with allergies.
Details
You will learn
- Work confidently with fondant and buttercream
- Pipe classic cupcake swirls and decorative finishes
- Create four themed cupcakes to take home
You will get
- All ingredients and plain cupcakes ready for decorating
- Use of decorating tools and equipment
- Take-home cake box with four decorated cupcakes
Appropriate for
Beginners and home bakers who want to learn creative cupcake decorating techniques.
Preparation
What to bring
- An apron
- Closed-in shoes
- Long hair tied back
What to wear
Casual (closed-in shoes required)
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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