The Buttercream Flowers class is dedicated to the step-by-step instructions for creating a wide range of unique flowers, fillers and foliage. 49 to be exact! Examples range from Anemone, Peony, Ranunculus, Hydrangea and Zinnia. (Refer to the curriculum below for the full list of flowers.) Each detailed tutorial is accompanied by an instructional video. As an added bonus, lessons on design principles and arranging cakes and cupcakes are included. Cake arrangements include wreath, crescent, full, bouquet and center bouquet. Cupcakes arrangements include single and trio designs. This class is perfect for students who already know how to bake and work with buttercream but are looking to expand their flower piping and arranging techniques.

Course curriculum

In this course you will learn:

    1. Welcome!

    2. Introduction

    3. My Story

    1. Flat Flowers

    2. Anemone

    3. Anemone Video

    4. Apple Blossom

    5. Apple Blossom Video

    6. Cafe au Lait Dahlia

    7. Cafe Au Lait Dahlia Video

    8. Cherry Blossom

    9. Cherry Blossom Video

    10. Cosmos

    11. Cosmos Video

    12. Daffodil

    13. Daffodil Video

    14. Daisy

    15. Daisy Video

    16. Dogwood

    17. Dogwood Video

    18. Gerbera Daisy

    19. Gerbera Daisy Video

    20. Iceland Poppy

    21. Iceland Poppy Video

    22. Lilac

    23. Lilac Video

    24. Orchid

    25. Orchid Video

    26. Pansy

    27. Pansy Video

    28. Primrose

    29. Primrose Video

    30. Scabiosa

    31. Scabiosa Video

    32. Sunflower

    33. Sunflower Video

    34. Zinnia

    35. Zinnia Video

    1. Dimensional Flowers

    2. Camelia

    3. Camellia Video

    4. Carnation

    5. Carnation Video

    6. Chrysanthemum

    7. Chrysanthemum Video

    8. Dahlia

    9. Dahlia Video

    10. English Rose

    11. English Rose Video

    12. Freesia

    13. Freesia Video

    14. Gardenia

    15. Gardenia Video

    16. Hydrangea

    17. Hydrangea Video

    18. Lisianthus

    19. Lisianthus Video

    20. Lotus

    21. Lotus Video

    22. Marigold

    23. Marigold Video

    24. Peony

    25. Peony Video

    26. Peony Bud

    27. Peony Bud Video

    28. Ranunculus

    29. Ranunculus Video

    30. Rose

    31. Rose Video

    32. Tulip

    33. Tulip Video

    1. Fillers and Foliage

    2. Artichoke

    3. Artichoke Video

    4. Berries - Raspberry, Blueberry & Blackberry

    5. Raspberry Video

    6. Blueberry Video

    7. Blackberry Video

    8. Bouvardia

    9. Bouvardia Video

    10. Buds and Baby's Breath(3)

    11. Buds and Baby's Breath (3) Video

    12. Cotton Flower

    13. Cotton Flower Video

    14. Craspedia

    15. Craspedia Video

    16. Hypericum Berry

    17. Hypericum Berry Video

    18. Leaves (3)

    19. Leaves (3) Video

    20. Lotus Pod

    21. Lotus Pod Video

    22. Pinecone

    23. Pinecone Video

    1. Arrangement

    2. Foundations for Arranging

    3. Design Principles

    4. Cupcake Single Flower

    5. Cupcake Flower Trio

    6. Crescent

    7. Wreath

    8. Center Bouquet

    9. Full Bouquet

    1. Flower Index

About this course

  • $275.00
  • 105 lessons
  • 1.5 hours of video content

FAQ

  • Who is this course for?

    Anyone and everyone! This class will teach something to students of all skill levels. Whether you are a beginner who has never piped a flower or an expert looking to broaden your repertoire of flowers, this class has something for everyone. It is richly detailed with technical instruction and Liz's practical tips drawn from over 10 years of experience.

  • Where can I get all the special tools used in this course?

    Specialty tools may be hard to find so we made it easy for you! You can purchase a buttercream flower tool kit that includes all the tips/nozzles necessary to create every flower in this class. It also includes other essentials tools such as flower lifter scissors, flower nail, wooden nail block and plastic couplers. Other items outside this kit such as spatulas and piping bags can easily be found at your local kitchen or craft store.

  • I need more hands-on help. Are there in-person workshops?

    Yes! Cake decorating is a very hands-on skill so getting interactive instruction with personal attention is the most effective way to learn. Liz can host a private classes to accommodate your personal cake goals. Group classes are also held throughout the year in various cities. Check out the current list of in-person workshops available at www.eatcakebemerry.com/classes.

Added Bonuses

  • Discussions

    Every class has built-in discussion capabilities, making it easy to interact with the instructor and fellow students. Ask questions, share ideas and inspire one another as you take this course.

  • Self-paced Learning

    Everyone has different levels of experience and comfort when it comes to piping so being able to absorb information at your own pace is important to learning well. Review tutorials and watch videos as many times as you want, at the speed you want, across all devices.

  • Supplemental Videos

    Piping is a visually dimensional skill that requires more than just written instructions and step-by-step photos. To enhance the learning experience, each flower is accompanied by a professional video to better communicate the angles, speed and pressure required to pipe.

  • Facebook Group Community

    Join like-minded cake decorators in our exclusive Facebook group. This is a place to build community, share your own tips and resources, post your cake pics and encourage one another on this buttercream journey.

  • Discount Code for SHOP

    Enroll in a class and receive a special discount code to use in the SHOP. Code can be used multiple times and applies to all tool kits, supplies and even in-person workshops.

  • LIVE In-Person Workshops

    Want more hands-on help and in-depth instruction? Schedule a private 1x1 class or register for a live group class to meet Liz and get her expert help in person. View upcoming classes in the SHOP.

Meet Your Instructor

Liz Shim of Eat Cake Be Merry

Liz Shim

Liz is a professionally trained pastry chef, cake designer, instructor and content creator. After a decade of creating custom cakes she now focuses on sharing design inspiration and cake instruction in a simple, modern and approachable style.

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Buttercream Flower
Starter Kit

The Buttercream Flower Starter Kit is the perfect assortment of tools to get you started. This set conveniently has every piping tip you need to create all 49 flowers & fillers demonstrated in the class. The tool kit includes: Flower nail (1), wooden nail block (1), piping tips (17), flower lifter scissors (1) and plastic couplers (2).
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Private and Group Classes

For more hands-on instruction, sign up for a live class with buttercream flower expert, Liz Shim. These classes provide more in-depth troubleshooting, hands-on correction and allow for plenty of practice to prefect your buttercream skills. Both private one-on-one classes and group classes are offered in various cities.
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