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tkerst Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 3:40am
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I want to know how to begin making cakes like the ones you guys amke. I'm really interested in this and would like to be really good to where I can sell them...Thanks.....

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Zmama Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 3:44am
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Okay, what experience do you have? We all started as beginners, and some are fabulous now! Most of us are just trying to learn and catch up with the rest.

Welcome!

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BearLuvsCakes Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 3:49am
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All I can say is read and study your behind off. When I first started I just picked up the wilton yearbook and learned so much from there. Then I found this site and learned sooooooooooooo much more.

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mjs4492 Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 3:51am
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Welcome to the best site in the world for help, advice and positive comments!!
I began cake decorating in April of this year - took the Wilton cake classes at Michaels'. I needed direction. Then in August I found this site and find it the most informative and helpful place that anyone could dream for!
Be careful - it is a very addictive hobby/interest thumbs_up.gif

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nefgaby Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 3:56am
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I personally started with the Wilton Courses at my local Michael's, it was a great way for me as I had no experience at all! HTH

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daisyz Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 3:59am
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Welcome to CC!!

I started with the Wilton I and II courses at Joann... even if you don't take the class, the book and kits are great starters! Then I found CC and that got me going with marshmallow fondant (MMF), which is sooo much fun!!!

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Zmama Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 4:00am
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Oh, and unless you plan on spending umpteen hours and $$$$ RUN!!!!!!!! Like mjs said, it's addictive.

WILL WORK FOR CAKE TOYS ..um, tools icon_biggrin.gif

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tkerst Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 4:05am
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How much is the classes at Micheals?? Do you know?

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mjs4492 Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 4:12am
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On average, I paid $12.50 for each course - but I had to buy the kit for the discount. The classes are one night a week and last 4 weeks. I enjoyed every one! I had no experience at cake decorating - none! It was a great starting point for me personally.

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nefgaby Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 4:12am
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They are $25 a month and each course lasts the whole month, so it's not really bad. Also they run specials of 50% off when you buy the kit that is usually $20. HTH

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AnythingSugar Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 4:46am
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I am not nearly as talented as most of the folks here but I started by buying a few supplies. I got a decorator's bag and a star tip. I would decorate character pans or anything that could be done with a star tip. A few years later, I took the classes at Michael's. I learned so much there. The classes are well worth the time and money. And CC is awesome!!!!!

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tkerst Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 5:15am
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Thanks guys...I think after the holidays I will go to a class....I'm very excited! Until then I wil have to learn from you guys....

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nglez09 Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 5:27am
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I would suggest starting with the Wilton courses. You can find a place that offers them in your area by visiting www.wilton.com. After you're done, PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And read plenty of books on cake decorating.

And save up a lot of money- you're gonna need it! icon_lol.gif

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tkerst Posted 29 Nov 2006 , 7:29pm
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Okay...sounds good....

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