The Big Cake Calendar

We’re heading to Birmingham, England

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 17:33:49 +0000

Perhaps the greatest cake show on earth, Cake International, is held at NEC in Birmingham, England. Cake International is the world’s biggest consumer show for sugarcraft and cake decorating! There will be vendors from around the world and many famous cake artists such as Lorraine McKay, Debbie Brown, Stephen Bennison, just to name a few. Choose from the latest range of cake decoration products and accessories and stimulate your creative ideas. Learn all the latest techniques from professional demonstrators who will be keen to share their knowledge and expertise with you.

With excellent workshops, exciting displays and live competitions – a visit to the show is a must for everyone who enjoys sugarcraft and cake decorating.

I’ve booked a gorgeous little townhouse with 10 rooms and an adjoining cottage with two additional rooms. I’m also going to rent a couple of vans to cart us around. If you’d like to join us be sure to sign up soon before all the rooms are taken!

Book now! As always, click on the titles for more details.

Custom Class with Mike McCarey

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:00:32 +0000

My friend Kimberly and I refer to Mike McCarey as “The God of Cake”. There is good reason for that title. Mike McCarey can make anything in cake, and I do mean anything. While he was in Austin, Tx, for our annual cake show he told me about a 3-Day workshop he’s holding in his studio in Redmond, Wa, in which you’ll be able to make the cake of your dreams with Mike along to help you design and execute every aspect. That’s like getting Picasso to help you with the painting of your dreams. If you’re a cake artist who wants to up your game, this is the class for you. Here are some details:

When: May 19-21, 2012
Where: Mike McCarey’s Studio, Redmond, Wa
Cost: $2000

This class is limited to 6 students and I understand that the May class has only one or two spots left. You will create your project from start to finish from finding resource materials to creating patterns to building your stand and executing the final product. Mike will be with you every step of the way. As if that weren’t enough, you’ll get to watch as the other 5 students build their dream cakes. Ohhh, to be a fly on the wall!

Sad News

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:35:16 +0000

Lorraine and I are deeply saddened to inform you that we decided to cancel her Seattle classes. Unfortunately not enough people have signed up for the classes and we just can’t afford to bring her over from Scotland for just a couple of students.

We plan to reschedule for 2013 and we will let you know as soon as we have settled on a date.

We apologize for this inconvenience and please know that no one is more disappointed than Lorraine, herself! She loves Seattle and is looking forward to a visit soon.

Classes for Lauren will continue as scheduled. Please click here to register.

Seattle Here We Come!

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:18:51 +0000

The Big Cake Calendar is happy to announce that Seattle classes with Lauren Kitchens and Lorraine McKay are open for registration. Classes will be held at the studio of Mike’s Amazing Cakes in Redmond, WA. Lorraine is happy to be returning and Lauren is looking forward to her first classes in the big, beautiful Pacific Northwest! We plan to stuff her so full of delicious seafood that she’ll want to return often.

Lauren will be teaching her signature Character Sculpting 101 class as well as her new Waffle Time class. Lauren is an expert at creating incredible structures and making modeling chocolate do her bidding.

Lorraine is an international superstar who makes the best figures in the business. Join her for her Bride and Groom class and learn to make custom cake toppers that will amaze your customers. She’ll also be teaching a special class on how to do her famous head and hands.

Click here to register and be sure to click on the titles for pictures and more information!

Kaysie Lackey Classes are Posted!

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 18:37:26 +0000

For those of you who have been anxiously waiting for Kaysie’s Hawaiian classes to open for registration, your wait is over!

We have a great location:

Neal S. Blaisdell Center
777 Ward Avenue
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814

Click here to register. Be sure to click on the titles for more details!

Kaysie Lackey visits Hawaii!

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 21:03:18 +0000

We are busy planning classes for celebrity cake artist, Kaysie Lackey of Seattle’s The People’s Cake for Honolulu, Hawaii. The classes will most likely be held at the Neil S. Blaisdell Center.

Kaysie will be teaching her fabulous 3-day Mad Hatter cake as well as her designer purse class. We are very excited to be visiting the lovely shores of Waikiki! Stay tuned for more information. The classes should be listed soon so stay tuned!

New Florida Classes for Lorraine McKay

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 20:12:03 +0000

We are happy to announce that Lorraine will once again be teaching classes in Kissimmee, Florida. The classes will be held from August 26 – August 30 and will feature her signature Head and Hands class as well as her Asian Bride and Groom and one of her newest figures, Bunny Girl. All classes will be held at the:

Best Western Lakeside
7769 W. Irlo Bronson Highway
Kissimmee, Florida 34747

Room rates are a very reasonable $49 for a single or double.

Class space is limited so register early!

The Fish that Got Away

Mon, 23 May 2011 15:44:12 +0000

Capital Confectioners is pleased to announce a new class for June! This one is just in time for Father’s day and will be held on June 12th. This is a great cake for those of you just learning to work with fondant. No carving and minimal tools so you’ll be able to reproduce this cake for little expense. All supplies are included so come out and spend the afternoon and meet a few new cake friends! This will be a stress-free cake!

Capital Confectioners introduces new Classes

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 21:27:27 +0000

Capital Confectioners is introducing a new set of classes starting with a lovely spring Easter Bonnet. This is a great class for beginners and will teach you how to cover a board and a cake dummy as well as how to make flowers, butterflies and bows. If you’ve been wanting to try your hand at fondant, this is a your chance! Sign up now as class size is limited!

Click here to register.

Classes will be held at:

All In One Bake Shop
8566 Research Blvd.
Austin, TX 78758

Seal Beach Classes Have a Venue!

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 21:42:51 +0000

I’m sure you all will be thrilled to know that we now have a location for our classes!

Classic Cakes has graciously agreed to host us once again at their classroom location. Please be sure to visit their store to buy your supplies. Tell her Kyla sent you!

You can download a map to their location here: Map to Classroom. The physical address is:

12872 Valley View Street, Suite 3
Garden Grove, CA 92845