Cakes That Wow!
Shawna McGreevy
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- In-depth Instruction; over 172 mins
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Candy Bin Cake: Paneling & Paper
30:25
Meet Shawna McGreevy, your guide to making fun, whimsical cakes that will wow partygoers! In this first lesson, Shawna introduces you to your first design: the candy bin. Plus, learn her secret tip for making a round cake square -- without sculpting.
Candy Bin Cake: Modeling & Building
35:09
Grab your modeling chocolate, because it's time to start creating some sweet decorative elements. Shawna demonstrates how to make delicious candy treats, then shares tips on how to add an extra tier for twice the cake, without twice the effort.
Rainbow Art Cake: Hand Modeling
27:57
Step up your modeling game as Shawna walks you through the first few building blocks for your second design: the rainbow art cake. Incorporate two new materials -- gum paste and royal icing -- as you create realistic, art-inspired accessories for your cake, including a paintbrush and a painter's palette.
Rainbow Art Cake: Splattering & Striping
26:49
Continue working on your art-themed cake as Shawna shows you how to create two more incredible decorations. Discover Shawna's trusty method of assembling a realistic paint tube and a colorful paint stripe. Then, learn how to add a unique splatter-painted effect using a toothbrush!
Sundae Cake: Scoops & Cone
17:31
Now it's time to start on your third and final design: the sundae cake. Shawna shows you how a few cake scraps can be transformed into realistic-looking scoops of ice cream. You'll also learn a simple technique for turning modeling chocolate into a decorative waffle cone.
Sundae Cake: Coloring Scoops & Cone
13:50
Next, focus on coloring and shading your sundae cake. With Shawna's guidance, you'll learn effective techniques for airbrushing the scoops of ice cream and the waffle cone for realistic, mouthwatering results.
Sundae Cake: Finishing
19:24
Add in the finishing details that will make your sundae cake the talk of the party. Learn Shawna's technique for attaching the scoops of ice cream to the cone and adding colorful toppings. Plus, find out how to turn a one-tier sundae cake into a two-tiered banana split, complete with "whipped cream."
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.
Shawna McGreevy
Shawna McGreevy grew up loving art but never believed she could support herself as an artist. After Shawna became a mom, she decided to make birthday cakes for her kids, just for fun. As it turns out, "fun" was an understatement. Today, Shawna is channeling her inner artist once again as the owner of McGreevy Cakes. Shawna's amazing designs can be found in magazines including Cake Masters, Cake Central, Sweet!, American Cake Decorating and more.
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