In-Studio Classes
I am so excited to announce the opening of my new teaching studio! Located in Montclair, California, this unique space will offer a hands-on experience of various Buttercream workshops and classes of all skill levels.
To enroll in any of the classes listed below, please scroll to the bottom of the page to fill out an enrollment form. Thank you. I look forward to seeing you at the studio!
Buttercream Succulents Workshop
(Level: Beginner to Intermediate)
Class fee: $275
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In this in-studio class, Buttercream Succulents, you will learn how to create several varieties of signature buttercream succulents in great detail. Some experience is highly recommended, but beginners are welcome!
Class also includes:
All tools and materials provided! PLUS, your very own curated kit complete with piping tips, flower nail and gel colors to take home
Beverages, snacks and lunch provided
In-person instruction and guidance for a wide variety of buttercream succulent techniques, ranging from beginner to intermediate in difficulty. Varieties include Sedum, Agave, Echeveria, Sempervivum and more.
Answers to all your cake and buttercream questions!
A lesson in color palettes: How to achieve the most natural shades of green and blue for the most realistic succulents and cacti
A brief lesson in modifying your piping tips to transform and customize the way your piping tips work for you.
Tips and tricks for creating buttercream botanicals with dimension and realistic touches, such as spines, duo-toned petals and color-shifting effects.
My signature buttercream recipe, perfect for piping buttercream botanicals and more. (*Contains egg and dairy)
6 Cupcakes artfully created by you to take home and enjoy
BONUS: Simple cacti techniques, piping tip included in kit!
BONUS: Lesson for creating styled succulent and cactus arrangements on cake and more, using the succulent techniques learned in class
Class time: 5 hours
Location: The Buttercream Botanical Studio in Montclair, CA
Available dates for Buttercream Succulents Workshop:
Saturday, March 2nd, 2024. From 10am-3:30pm. Enrollment closed.
Floral Basics
(Skill Level: Introductory to Beginner)
*Color Palette subject to change based on season
Class fee: $100
Learn the necessary basics for buttercream flowers and more in this in-studio class, Floral Basics. No Experience needed! This class is designed for those with little to no experience in working with buttercream. All beginners welcome!
Class also includes:
All tools and materials provided! PLUS, your very own curated kit complete with piping tips and gel colors to take home
In-person instruction and guidance for learning simple floral designs using basic movements with an emphasis on how to control your piping bag and apply pressure.
How to achieve a variety of simple floral designs
Answers to all your cake and buttercream questions!
A lesson in color palettes: How to achieve shades from pastel to bold and how to blend gel colors together to create your own custom buttercream colors.
My signature buttercream recipe, perfect for piping buttercream botanicals and more. (*Contains egg and dairy)
6 Cupcakes artfully created by you to take home and enjoy
Class time: 2 hours
Location: The Buttercream Botanical Studio in Montclair, CA
Available dates for Floral Basics:
Saturday, April 27th, 2024 from 10am-12:30pm. Class full. Enrollment closed!
NEW! Floral Basics II
(Skill Level: Beginner)
*Color Palette subject to change based on season
Class fee: $100
If you’ve previously taken Floral Basics and are ready to learn more, Floral Basics II is for you! Learn the necessary basics for buttercream flowers and more in this in-studio class, Flower Basics II. Experience of Floral Basics suggested, but NOT required! This class is designed for those with little experience in working with buttercream and is still very beginner friendly!
Class also includes:
All tools and materials provided! PLUS, your very own curated kit complete with piping tips and gel colors to take home
In-person instruction and guidance for learning simple floral designs using basic movements with an emphasis on how to control your piping bag and apply pressure.
How to achieve a variety of floral designs
Answers to all your cake and buttercream questions!
A lesson in color palettes: How to achieve shades from bold to soft and how to blend gel colors together to create your own custom buttercream colors and effects.
My signature buttercream recipe, perfect for piping buttercream botanicals and more. (*Contains egg and dairy)
6 Cupcakes artfully created by you to take home and enjoy
Class time: 2.5 hours
Location: The Buttercream Botanical Studio in Montclair, CA
Available dates for Buttercream Floral Basics II:
Saturday, May 11th, 2024 from 10am-12:30pm. Class full. Enrollment Closed!
NEW! Succulent Basics
(Skill Level: Beginner)
*Color Palette subject to change based on season
Class fee: $100
If you’ve previously taken Floral Basics or Floral Basics II and you want to learn more, Succulent Basics is for you! Learn the necessary basics for buttercream succulents and cacti with this new in-studio class. Experience of Floral Basics or Floral Basics II suggested, but NOT required! This class is designed for those with little experience in working with buttercream and is still very beginner friendly!
Class also includes:
All tools and materials provided! PLUS, your very own curated kit complete with piping tips and gel colors to take home
In-person instruction and guidance for learning simple succulent and cactus designs using basic movements with an emphasis on how to control your piping bag and apply pressure.
How to achieve a variety of succulents and cacti
Answers to all your cake and buttercream questions!
A lesson in color palettes: How to achieve shades from bold to soft and how to blend gel colors together to create your own custom buttercream colors and effects.
My signature buttercream recipe, perfect for piping buttercream botanicals and more. (*Contains egg and dairy)
6 Cupcakes artfully created by you to take home and enjoy
Class time: 2.5 hours
Location: The Buttercream Botanical Studio in Montclair, CA
Available dates for Succulent Basics:Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 10am-12:30pm. Class full. Enrollment closed!
NEW! Vintage Cake Workshop
(Skill Level: Some experience to intermediate)
Class fee: $320
Returning students receive $20 off!
The ultimate workshop for creating Vintage style cakes! Learn all the vital techniques for ruffles, shells, swags, borders and detailed decor for Vintage, Coquette and Lambeth inspired designs. PLUS an additional technique for small buttercream peonies to adorn your vintage designs. Some experience is recommended, but beginners are welcome!
Class also includes:
All tools and materials provided! PLUS, your very own curated kit complete with piping tips, gel color, edible adornments and a helpful design template for further at-home practice
Beverages, snacks and lunch provided
In-person instruction and guidance for learning ruffles, pleats, shells, various decorative swags and borders, as well as methods for complimentary placements and layering of designs.
An additional technique for small buttercream piped peonies to elevate your vintage cake designs.
Answers to all your cake and buttercream questions!
My signature buttercream recipe, perfect for piping buttercream botanicals and more. (*Contains egg and dairy)
6“ Cake to decorate, then take home to enjoy!
Class time: 5.5 hours
Location: The Buttercream Botanical Studio in Montclair, CA
Available dates for Vintage Cake Workshop:
Saturday, June 22nd, 2024. From 10am-3:30pm. Open for enrollment. Only 1 space left!
Rose Embroidery Cake Workshop
(Level: Some Experience to Advanced)
Class fee: $370
Returning students receive $20 off!
In this in-studio class, Rose Embroidery, you will learn the art of buttercream embroidery. Some experience is recommended, but beginners are welcome!
Class also includes:
All tools and materials provided! PLUS, your very own curated kit complete with piping tips, Rose + Leaf template and gel colors to take home
Beverages, snacks and lunch provided
In-person instruction and guidance for creating a buttercream embroidery cake with a detailed rose appliqué pattern
Answers to all your cake and buttercream questions!
A lesson in color palettes: How to create a gradient color palette and how to apply colors to enhance depth and dimension
My signature buttercream recipe, perfect for piping buttercream botanicals and more. (*Contains egg and dairy)
Rose applique template
BONUS: Lesson in piping roses and leaves to add another stunning element to your embroidered cakes
6“ Cake to decorate, then take home to enjoy!
Class time: 5.5 hours
Location: The Buttercream Botanical Studio in Montclair, CA
Available dates for Rose Embroidery Cake Workshop:
Saturday, July 27th, 2024. From 10am-3:30pm. Open for enrollment. Only 2 Spaces left!
Buttercream Floral Workshop
(Level: Some Experience to Intermediate)
*Color Palette subject to change based on season
Class fee: $275
In this in-studio class, Buttercream Floral, you will learn how to create several varieties of signature buttercream flowers and foliage using my four fundamental techniques, along with a few variations for endless flower possibilities. Some experience is recommended, but beginners are welcome if you’re up to the challenge!
Class also includes:
All tools and materials provided! PLUS, your very own curated kit complete with piping tips, flower nail and gel colors to take home
Beverages, snacks and lunch provided
In-person instruction and guidance for a wide variety of buttercream floral techniques, ranging from beginner to intermediate in difficulty. Varieties include Blossoms, Roses, Chrysanthemums, Dahlia, Ranunculus and more.
Answers to all your cake and buttercream questions!
A lesson in color palettes: How to achieve cohesive and balanced floral color palettes, with tips for achieving bold colors.
A brief lesson in modifying your piping tips to transform and customize the way your piping tips work for you.
Tips and tricks for creating buttercream botanicals with dimension and realistic touches, such as duo-toned petals and color shifting effects.
My signature buttercream recipe, perfect for piping buttercream botanicals and more. (*Contains egg and dairy)
6 Cupcakes artfully created by you to take home and enjoy
BONUS: Simple techniques for filler flowers, with piping tip included in kit!
BONUS: Lesson for creating styled floral arrangements on cake and more, using the floral techniques learned in class
Class time: 5.5 hours
Location: The Buttercream Botanical Studio in Montclair, CA
Available dates for Buttercream Floral Workshop:
Enrollment closed. Class FULL
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Be sure to include your invoice number with your payment! Not including your invoice number with payment may cause a delay in processing. Please note, class seating is limited and invoices must be paid in full by date on invoice to secure enrollment. Payments can be made via Venmo, PayPal or Zelle. Once paid, a payment receipt will be sent to confirm enrollment.
Class fees are non-refundable. In the case of illness or emergency, you may reschedule for future class date.