Learn | Practice | Create | Grow Providing Inspiration & Education to the Home & Professional Baker. We help beginners grow their knowledge around baking and decorating by teaching them the tools in the industry through a fun, once-a-month "Name this tool" quiz and having self-help learning guides available to purchase on different aspects of the industry. For those who are more advanced and are considering starting up a business or having a brick-and-mortar store, guides, checklists, and business templates can save time in getting your business set up. We even have a Kids Bake Club launching soon for the little bakers and entrepreneurs out there to gain invaluable skills, as well as plenty of fun educational aspects that come with learning about baking (comprehension, maths, science, safety, making connections with like-minded people)
New year, fresh plan (pick your lane)
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Hi lovely baker, New year = fresh energy, and it’s the perfect time to get your plan out of your head and onto paper. Whether you’re mapping out your cake goals (skills you want to master, designs you want to try) or your bakery business goals (systems, profit, marketing, staff)… having a simple yearly overview makes everything feel calmer and more doable. If you want a gentle “start here” set of pages, the Yearly Planner + Important Areas starter pages are right here → [Planner Pages Link] ✅ This month’s winOne of the most common breakthroughs I see (whether you’re decorating cakes or running a bakery) is this: A student told me her piping finally stopped looking “shaky” the moment she practiced on paper first (not the cake) and focused on steady pressure over perfect shapes. After three short practice sessions, her lines were smoother and she felt way more confident starting a cake. Small reps = big payoff. Now, let’s make this helpful for you, wherever you’re at right now 👇 Choose your lane this month:🍰 If you’re here for cake decorating…One tiny tip (Piping Control + Consistency)Pressure starts at the shoulder, not the wrist. If your wrist is doing all the work, your piping will wobble faster. Try this: relax your shoulder, tuck your elbow slightly closer to your body, and let your dominant hand control pressure from the top of the bag while your other hand guides the tip. 📌 What we’re learning this month
📍 Want guided practice? Want practice pages you can follow anytime?
📈 If you’re here as a bakery business owner…One tiny tip (Consistency + Systems)Stability starts with one repeatable weekly rhythm. If your week feels chaotic, pick just one anchor: ✅ Monday Admin Block (even 45–60 minutes)
That one habit removes a heap of mental load. 📌 What we’re focusing on this month
📍 Want the done-for-you version? Or if you want ongoing accountability: That’s it for this month — keep it simple, keep it steady, and remember: you’re building a skill (and a business), not chasing perfection. 💛 Kerry P.S. Quick next steps (no pressure — just a helpful map):🍰 Cake Decorating Path: 📈 Bakery Business Path: |
Tasty Baking Academy
Learn | Practice | Create | Grow Providing Inspiration & Education to the Home & Professional Baker. We help beginners grow their knowledge around baking and decorating by teaching them the tools in the industry through a fun, once-a-month "Name this tool" quiz and having self-help learning guides available to purchase on different aspects of the industry. For those who are more advanced and are considering starting up a business or having a brick-and-mortar store, guides, checklists, and business templates can save time in getting your business set up. We even have a Kids Bake Club launching soon for the little bakers and entrepreneurs out there to gain invaluable skills, as well as plenty of fun educational aspects that come with learning about baking (comprehension, maths, science, safety, making connections with like-minded people)
Hey there, Reader If your piping looks shaky, this is usually why… your pressure isn’t consistent. And no — it’s not because you “can’t pipe.” It’s usually because the bag is moving, loosening, and changing shape in your hand while you work. What's this tool: Piping bag ties/clips (also called bag clips).What it does: It seals the top of your piping bag so the icing stays snug and stable — which makes it way easier to keep smooth, even pressure. One practical tip: After you fill your bag,...
Hi , A tiny pinch makes a massive difference. Salt doesn’t just add flavour—it sharpens sweetness, strengthens structure, and tames yeast so your bakes turn out right every time. Read the Salt Guide Here’s the quick preview: Flavour: makes chocolate, vanilla and fruit pop. Balance: cuts through overly sweet bakes for a clean finish. Texture: in breads, it strengthens gluten for better elasticity. Freshness: slows staling and helps preserve. Which salt and when? Table: fine, but easy to...
Hi , A tiny pinch makes a massive difference. Salt doesn’t just add flavour—it sharpens sweetness, strengthens structure, and tames yeast so your bakes turn out right every time. Read the Salt Guide Here’s the quick preview: Flavour: makes chocolate, vanilla and fruit pop. Balance: cuts through overly sweet bakes for a clean finish. Texture: in breads, it strengthens gluten for better elasticity. Freshness: slows staling and helps preserve. Which salt and when? Table: fine, but easy to...