Baking & decorating tips & resources
The Lady Berry Cupcakes Blog
Welcome to the Lady Berry Cupcakes Blog home of cupcake decorating workshops, parties and step-by-step tutorials. Whether you're booking a corporate team-building cupcake workshop, planning a hen party or children’s cupcake party, or looking for online cupcake classes and recipes, you’ll find practical guides, ideas and tips here. I’ve been teaching cupcake decorating for over 14 years across London, Surrey, Hampshire and online, and this blog is here to help you grow your skills and confidence.
HI, I’M FARLEY!
A passionate cupcake decorating teacher. Teaching you how to create beautiful fondant details and mentoring small baking businesses.
Halloween Cupcake Decorating Classes, Parties and Workshops
Celebrate Halloween with Lady Berry Cupcakes. Discover Halloween cupcake decorating parties, corporate workshops, care home activities, private tuition and online classes across Hampshire, Surrey and London.
Chocolate Ganache for Cakes & Cupcakes: The Ultimate Guide to Ratios, Filling, Piping & Covering Cakes
Master the art of chocolate ganache with this complete guide from Lady Berry Cupcakes. Learn the best chocolate ganache ratios for dark, milk and white chocolate, plus expert tips for filling cakes, covering cakes, piping cupcakes, creating perfect drips and troubleshooting common problems. Whether you're a hobby baker or running your own cake business, this guide will help you achieve delicious, professional results every time.
How to Make Fondant at Home: Homemade Fondant Recipes, Types of Fondant & Cake Decorating Guide
"Making homemade fondant is easier than you might think. Follow this simple recipe and learn how to create smooth, pliable fondant for decorating cupcakes, cakes, cookies, and fondant toppers."
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International Women’s Day Cupcake Decorating Workshop, A Fun, Empowering Team Activity for Women
Looking for a meaningful and enjoyable way to celebrate International Women’s Day? A cupcake decorating workshop is the perfect team-building activity for corporate events, workplaces, and women’s groups. Discover why this creative, inclusive experience is a fun and memorable way to bring women together.
How To Make & Sell Stuffed Cupcakes
Stuffed cupcakes are everywhere right now — and they sell for more. Learn how to make perfectly filled cupcakes with jam, Nutella, buttercream, and sprinkles, without leaks or soggy sponges. This step-by-step guide shows you the best fillings, tools, pricing ideas, and profit-boosting tips so you can turn this cupcake trend into a premium product for your cake business.
How to Stay Motivated As A Baker When January Feels Slow and Money Feels Tight
January is one of the hardest months for bakers. Quiet bookings, money worries, and low motivation are more common than people admit. This post explains why January feels so tough and shares practical ways to stay motivated and move forward with confidence.
Gingerbread Ideas for Bakers - How to Bake, Gift & Sell Gingerbread Treats In Your Baking Business.
In this blog post, I share the history of gingerbread and all the delicious ways you can use it in your baking from cookies and cupcakes to cakes, rocky road and festive treat boxes. Gingerbread is warm, comforting and perfect for both home bakers and cake business owners. You can also buy my Easy Tasty Gingerbread Recipe to bake your own perfectly spiced gingerbread at home and start creating all these beautiful bakes yourself.
Most Asked Questions About Cupcake Decorating Classes, Parties & Workshops
Curious about my cupcake decorating classes, parties, and workshops? Here are the top 12 most-asked questions from parents, bridesmaids, corporate clients, and home bakers — all answered! Discover everything from how my classes work to booking private events, online courses, and Christmas gingerbread workshops.
Family Gingerbread House Workshops & Classes in London, Surrey & Hampshire
Join us this Christmas for a magical family gingerbread house class the perfect festive workshop for one adult and one child bill decorate and take home your very home own gingerbread house while making special holiday memories together

