WHAT ARE YOUR 3 TOP TIPS FOR CREATING REALISTIC LOOKING FLORAL CUPCAKES? Play with colour. Use a variety of shades when piping— those subtle changes in tone will bring your flowers to life and make them look far more realistic.
Embrace imperfection. Real flowers aren’ t flawless and your buttercream flowers shouldn’ t be either. A wonky petal or uneven layout will make them feel authentic rather than artificial.
Study your subject. Take the time to really observe the flower you want to create— its petal shapes, textures and the way it naturally blooms. This not only guides your technique but also helps you choose the perfect piping tip to bring it to life.
WHAT DO YOU FEEL HAS BEEN THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES SO FAR WITH RUNNING YOUR BUSINESS? One of my biggest challenges has definitely been keeping up with everything behind the scenes— social media, admin, and all the little tasks that come with running a business. There never seems to be enough hours in the day! And, if I’ m honest, imposter syndrome still creeps in from time to time, even now. that little voice that questions whether you’ re“ good enough” and“ do people really want to see me”. But I’ ve learned to keep going, to focus on the joy of what I can create and educate and to remember how far I’ ve come.
OUTSIDE OF CAKE DECORATING / BAKING, WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES? I love and cherish spending time with my family, relatives and friends— it’ s where I feel most grounded and happy. I love dining out, taking peaceful morning walks to start the day and listening to Andrea Bocelli, which always inspires and soothes me.