From Fear to Fondant: How Beginners Mastered Cake Art at Upskillz

Upskillz Workshop Studio | July 6 Workshop Recap

Who says fondant is hard? On July 6, our students proved that with the right mentor and a little courage, anything is possible.

What started as nervous laughter and hesitant hands quickly transformed into a day filled with laughter, learning, and stunning cakes. Led by fondant expert Robert De Armas, lovingly known as Kuya Boyet, this hands-on class gave beginners the tools, confidence, and know-how to create professional-looking fondant cakes, all in just one session.

And the results? Just look at those sharp edges, clean covers, and adorable toppers. Yes, these were made by beginners.

🎂 What Students Learned

This wasn’t just a decorative class—it was a business-building experience.
Here’s what our students took home (besides their finished cakes!):

  1. How to prepare smooth chocolate ganache — the foundation for clean fondant work

  2. Sharp-edge ganache techniques — essential for sleek, modern cakes

  3. How to make fondant from scratch — no store-bought needed

  4. Covering a 5"x6" cake in fondant with clean, sharp edges

  5. Creating a basic fondant animal topper and design elements

By the end of the day, everyone walked out with a beautifully decorated fondant cake, new technical skills, and—most importantly—a huge boost in confidence.

 

💸 Why This Skill Matters for Bakers

Let’s be real: Fondant cakes are premium products in today’s market. They’re often requested for weddings, debuts, birthdays, and events where people are willing to pay more for something custom, polished, and Instagram-worthy.

If you’ve ever said “No” to a fondant order because you weren’t confident enough—this is the skill that can change that.

 

🌟 Why Learn In-Person?

There’s a big difference between watching a video and being in a room with a real mentor.

At Upskillz, we believe in real-time, guided learning that allows you to make mistakes, ask questions, and improve on the spot. You don’t just copy steps, you understand them.

🧁 Sweet Success, One Class at a Time

Big congratulations to everyone who joined our workshop! Your excitement, focus, and positive energy made the day so much fun. You didn’t just decorate a cake, you took a brave step to learn something new. You believed in yourself, and it truly shows!

 

📣 Don’t Miss the Next One!

More hands-on classes are coming to Upskillz Workshop Studio, and we’d love to have you join us. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced baker, our workshops are designed to help you grow in skill and confidence—one session at a time.

📍 Visit us at Mercedes Square Plaza, Mercedes Ave., Pasig City
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates and enrollment details.

One day, one class, and a whole new level of cake artistry awaits.
It’s your time to upskillz.

 

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