Buttercream Cupcake Decorating Class

Learn how to decorate beautiful cupcakes in this fun two-hour class in Sydney!



2 hours Class size 4 to 15 guests       $109

Want to learn how to make those beautifully decorated cupcakes you see on Instagram? Lesley of For Heaven's Cake will guide you through the process, from demonstrating how to make meringue buttercream to covering and decorating your cupcakes.
Don't worry if you're a beginner, this class is designed to be inclusive and welcoming to all skill levels. Lesley will provide step-by-step instructions and tips to help you feel confident and comfortable throughout the process.
During the workshop, you'll have the opportunity to work with a variety of materials, including meringue buttercream, piping bags, and different piping tips. Lesley will demonstrate the proper techniques for filling piping bags and using the piping tips to achieve different design effects. You'll also learn how to colour your buttercream with precision, allowing you to create vibrant and eye-catching cupcakes.
At the end of the class, you'll be able to take home all the recipes and step-by-step notes with photos to continue cake decorating at home. You'll also have a box of six beautifully decorated cupcakes to take home and impress your friends and family.
Please note:
  • With notice, we can cater to gluten-free dietary requirements.
  • Children aged 10 or over are welcome to attend. If a parent would like to accompany their child, a separate class place must be purchased.
What you'll get
  • All materials and ingredients are provided.
  • Six beautifully decorated cupcakes to take home.
  • All the recipes and step-by-step notes with photos.
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Knowledge required
No prior cake decorating knowledge required. Suitable for all skill levels.
What to bring
No need to bring anything! We do recommend that you wear closed-toed shoes, tie long hair back, and avoid wearing dangling jewellery.
Location

Patisserie Le Marais - 1094 Anzac Parade, Maroubra NSW

Free parking directly opposite the venue on Anzac Parade. Some spots are one hour only so look out for these.

Your teacher can also travel within 40 kms of Maroubra, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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Recent reviews of Buttercream Cupcake Decorating Class

  • 5/5 from Geetha Nair, attended May 2026: Such a fun and amazing experience. Lesley is an amazing teacher- very patient and both my daughter and I learned so much while having such a lovely fun time. Highly recommend this class. Thank you Lesley!
  • 5/5 from Elizabeth Alsop, attended Dec 2025: Had the best 2 hours. Such fun. Learnt so much. The best cream for decorating cupcakes and different nozzles and design techniques. Leslie was very kind and patient and a true professional. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Jennifer Perry, attended Dec 2025: I thorougly enjoyed the Buttercream Cupcake Decorating Class. Lesley is an excellent teacher - she gave the class simple, easy to understand and apply techniques to decorate your cupcakes. The whole class was very well organised and Lesley was happy to answer any questions about cake decorating and baking more generally. I felt quite the professional when I put the six cupcakes I had decorated in my cake box when I left. Highly recommended.
Your teacher

For Heaven's Cake
For Heaven's Cake

10 years experience in baking and cake decorating

4.9 (181)
female Women-owned

Lesley is the owner and operator of For Heaven's Cake, based in Coogee. Although working in finance for much of her professional life, Lesley had always had a passion for baking. Fifteen years ago she decided to take the plunge and change careers, training in Baking and Pastry at Sydney TAFE. Whilst attending this course, Lesley discovered a love of cake decorating, which led to her starting her own business producing celebration cakes, cupcakes and cookies. Lesley is happy to share her passion with students and looks forward to welcoming you all to class!

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2026-10-23 15:00:00
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