Download or read book Fun & Original Birthday Cakes written by Maisie Parrish and published by David and Charles. This book was released on 2011-02-12 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to create show-stopping cakes for your next birthday party no matter what your skill level is, with this easy-to-follow guide. An adorable collection of birthday cakes boasting the unique but easily achievable modeling skills of internationally renowned cake designer and sugar modeler Maisie Parrish. Each charming new design is ideal for creating extra-special birthday party cakes or for adding a unique personal touch tailored to the recipient. Includes the ever-popular cupcakes and mini-cakes and, for the first time, amazing sugar paste techniques for adding graphic designs to compliment cakes and characters. With simple sugar crafting techniques, figure modeling instructions and clear step-by-step photography, designs are ideal for both beginner and intermediate sugarcrafters. With over twenty-five character cake toppers and expert advice on covering, storing and transporting your cake, this is the ultimate birthday cake resource.