Birthday Cake Design Ideas | Cakes That Wow!

Did you ever just want to make that dream birthday cake for your child’s birthday that they would just fall in love with? This page is a place to start your exploration of cake decoration from simple designs to some that will make your guests gasp in awe. These images on this page are all cake designs made during some really cool cake decorating classes on Craftsy. You can get the full details of each class by clicking the cake image on this page.

I love the simplicity of the Hello Kitty Cake above, because Hello Kitty is just so cute. And it looks great without being so intimidating to make.

Craftsy is a great site that offers many types of classes including an entire list of cake decorating ones. Some of the classes are free while others costs anywhere from $9.99 to $39.99, but they often have the classes on sale. As I write this page, you can buy the birthday cake class (second two images) on sale, and you don’t have to take it until you are ready. Or you can give it to someone else as a gift.

Both of the cakes above are made from techniques in the Simple and Clean Cake Design class. Here is the description:

Whether you’re a home hobbyist or a professional baker, Jessica Harris’ eye for elegant and smart design will wow you as she shares with you the art of the Clean & Simple Cake. Learn how to get smooth corners and razor-sharp edges on your fondant-covered cakes and then apply intricate, refined designs using Jessica’s easy waxed-paper transfer method. Use Jessica’s classic templates to add chevrons, stripes, scalloped bands and ruffles, flowers and chic bows — sure to elevate your next cake project into a polished masterpiece.

Simple and Clean Cake Design

Anytime you check out Craftsy, you should check for sales. The last two images below are from the Cakes That Wow! class which is currently half off the regular price. Anyway, you can learn some incredible decorating skills as you can see by the student images shown below each class.

Craftsy has classes for free as well to get your feet wet and see what their classes are like. These free classes are a valuable addition to their blog tutorials and full-length classes. I will list the cake decorations classes that are free at the end of this post.

These two cakes above are made using techniques from The Perfect Birthday Cake class. Here’s the description:

Create easy birthday cakes for kids that are sure to become the talk of the party — and the town! Join cake decorator Corrie Rasmussen and use basic tools and techniques to create birthday cakes with a big-time wow factor. Start class by learning to mix beautiful buttercream colors and frost your cakes for a super-smooth finish. You’ll also get tips for dreaming up cute cake ideas and laying them out for the biggest visual impact. Then, bring your designs to life using customizable templates, perfectly spaced lettering and fun fondant layering techniques. Whether you’re recreating a favorite animal, a rocket ship or making a decoration that looks just like the birthday boy or girl — fondant layering makes it a breeze! Plus, find out how to finish your cakes with eye-catching backgrounds and classic piped borders.

If you have always wanted to create professional-looking cakes for birthdays or other occasions, this is a great time to do so. These adorable and colorful cakes are just the beginning of what you can do.

Seriously, who wouldn’t want this cake below if they are an art lover. Gorgeous.

These last two images are made using techniques from the Cakes That Wow! class. Here is the description:
Learn how to make novelty cakes that are pure fun with cake decorator Shawna McGreevy. First, you’ll create a candy-themed cake decorated with stunning sugar pearl designs, wafer-paper “tissue” and a variety of enticing modeling chocolate treats: gumdrops, lollipops and candy button strips. Move on to making an art-themed cake featuring a gum paste paintbrush, paint tube and palette, along with a vibrant modeling chocolate painted stripe and a gorgeous speckled background that ties it all together. Ready for an ice cream-themed cake that’s sure to be a sweet show-stopper? Create this too-cool design with scoops of ice cream made from cake and buttercream, a modeling chocolate waffle cone wrap, piped “whipped cream,” hot fudge and a hand-modeled cherry on top! Plus, you’ll learn Shawna’s tips for creating realistic airbrushed effects.

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