What You’ll Learn
During this hands-on buttercream class, you’ll experience the essentials of floral piping with a Christmas twist, including:
How to make silky-smooth buttercream perfect for piping
Understanding the best piping tips for flowers and festive designs
Piping Christmas roses, winter poinsettias, holly leaves, berries, pine cones & more
Creating depth, shape and realistic floral details
Colouring buttercream with rich, vibrant festive tones
Composition and layout for perfectly balanced cupcake bouquets
Finishing techniques to elevate your designs
By the end, you’ll confidently walk away with a box of beautifully decorated cupcakes to share with all your family and friends— and the skills to recreate them anytime.
What’s Included
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All tools, equipment & materials
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Pre-baked cupcakes ready for decorating
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High-quality buttercream in festive colours
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Step-by-step guidance from our resident cake artist
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Take-home box for your cupcakes
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Tea, coffee and a little treat (because it is Christmas, after all!)
Who Is This Class For?
This class is perfect for:
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Beginners wanting to try buttercream flowers for the first time
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Bakers looking to upgrade their piping skills
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Anyone looking to make elegant, Instagram-worthy Christmas treats they can recreate at home
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Gift-givers (this workshop also makes a gorgeous Christmas present!)
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Anyone who enjoys a cosy, creative afternoon
No experience needed — just enthusiasm!
Why Choose The London Cake Academy?
At The London Cake Academy, we specialise in buttercream basics, buttercream flowers, and modern cake design. Our classes are warm, welcoming, and designed to help you build real skills in a relaxed environment. You’ll learn professional-level techniques in a fun, friendly space — with plenty of laughs (and buttercream) along the way.
Not ready to book your class? Contact us now with any questions!
Please Note:
- You will need to bring your own packed lunch, unless it is a full-day class, i.e. 9 am to 5 pm
- It is possible that the class could go over the expected finish time
- Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be provided.
- The skills learned during your visit with us are intended for your use within your own business, and under no circumstances should these classes be replicated or taught to your own students.
- You will receive your class recipes by email after joining the newsletter mailing list.
- Videos are strictly prohibited during this class.
- Please be aware that once the full payment has been settled, we are unable to refund so please check your travel arrangements and ensure enough contingency time before committing to a class.
- In the unlikely event that a class is cancelled by TLC Academy, a rescheduled date will be offered, or a full refund will be given.
- Please check Full Terms and Conditions before booking

