International School of Sugarcraft: Book One Beginners
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.
Nicholas Lodge has achieved a great deal in his career with a fine list of credits behind him and experience working in several distinguished cake decorating companies schools. He now lectures and demonstrates all over the world while continuing to run his own cake decorating school in the USA.
Janice Murfitt is the author of a whole library of cookery books, and has always been keenly interested in cake decorating and icing. An enthusiastic traveller, Janice has combined this interest with her love of cookery and is an avid collector of local recipes from a wide range of countries. For several years Janice worked in the cookery department of a well known magazine, writing features and creating recipes. She now works as a freelance creative home economist and her skills are in great demand.