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Bite Sized
Watch Emma Jayne make this cake in just one minute!
Highlights
Watch some highlight clips from the full tutorial!
1. Using a template
In this first lesson, Emma will guide you through the process of cutting out the perfect shape for your sculpted bust cake. Using a template, you’ll learn how to carefully carve the cake into the desired shape, laying the foundation for the rest of your design. Get ready to flex your sculpting skills as you work alongside Emma to create a deliciously lifelike bust cake!
2. Ganaching the cake
In this lesson, Emma will show you how to create a solid and stable base for your sculpted bust cake by stacking and layering the cake. You’ll learn how to apply a smooth and creamy chocolate ganache coating, which will act as a foundation for the decorative fondant layers in the next lesson. Get ready to indulge your sweet tooth as you work alongside Emma to create a cake that’s both delicious and visually stunning!
3. Covering the cake
In this lesson, Emma will show you how to apply a layer of fondant to your cake, giving it a smooth and polished finish. You’ll learn the tips and tricks to ensure that your fondant is applied evenly and without any air bubbles, giving your sculpted bust cake a flawless look. As you work alongside Emma, get ready to take your cake decorating skills to the next level and create a beautiful masterpiece that’s sure to impress!
4. Shaping the face
In this lesson, Emma will guide you through the process of building the structure and form of the face for your sculpted bust cake. You’ll learn how to sculpt the cake to create a realistic and detailed shape, using tools and techniques to add depth and dimension.
5. Covering the face
Now, Emma adds another layer of fondant over the features so we can begin adding more detail.
6. Shaping the mouth
In this lesson, Emma will guide you through the process of adding realistic lips and a mouth to your sculpted bust cake. You’ll learn how to sculpt and shape fondant to create the perfect pout, while adding texture and detail to make it look as realistic as possible.
7. Adding the teeth
Emma shows you how to sculpt the perfect teeth for your sculpted bust cake.
8. Painting the eyes
In this lesson, Emma will show you how to paint the eyes of your sculpted bust cake with incredible detail. Get ready to take your cake decorating skills to the next level as you work alongside Emma to create a masterpiece that will impress everyone!
9. Painting the eyebrows
In this lesson, Emma will demonstrate how to paint the eyebrows of your sculpted bust cake. You’ll learn how to add dimension and depth to the eyebrows, creating a lifelike appearance that will add personality to your cake.
10. Adding the eyelashes
In this lesson, Emma will teach you how to add beautiful and intricate eyelashes to your sculpted bust cake. You’ll learn how to shape and attach the fondant to create a lifelike appearance. With Emma’s guidance, you’ll be able to give your sculpted bust cake the perfect finishing touch that will make it stand out from the rest!
11. Covering the board
In this lesson, Emma will show you how to cover the cake board around your sculpted bust cake with fondant. You’ll learn how to create a seamless finish that complements the overall appearance of your cake.
12. Adding the clothes
In this lesson, Emma will teach you how to use fondant to make realistic-looking knitted clothing and a hat for your sculpted bust cake. You’ll learn how to create intricate details and textures, such as stitches and folds, to make the clothing and hat look like they were knitted by hand.
13. Adding the hair
In this lesson, Emma will guide you through the process of creating realistic-looking hair for your sculpted bust cake.
14. Finishing touches
In this final lesson, Emma will show you how to add the finishing touches to your sculpted bust cake by adding a bobble to the hat and creating snowflakes using a plunge cutter!
15. Other Ideas
In this lesson, Emma shares tips and ideas for customizing your sculpted bust cake, including ways to personalize the cake for specific occasions or to incorporate different design elements to make it truly unique.
16. PRO Lesson
In this lesson, Emma shares insights on how to price and sell your sculpted bust cake.
Winter Lady Sculpted Bust Tutorial by Emma Jayne
The level of detail on this design is just breath taking. Watch how Emma Jayne breaks the design down in this easy to follow step by step tutorial. Emma Jayne is truly the master of sculpting and detail and we are delighted to bring her amazing work to you on CakeFlix.
In the following tutorial, you will learn how to…
- Carve a sculpted bust from cake
- Create the facial build and sculpting realistic features
- Hand painting eyes and adding the colouring facial features
- Create quick and simple hair and clothing
- and lots more inside…