BEGINNERS FOUNDATION CLASS
VINTAGE BUTTERCREAM CAKE
All the Basics!
BEGINNERS FOUNDATION CLASS
TEACHER: PHI TRUONG
PHI TRUONG - NORTH LAKE CAKERY (Lake Macquarie NSW)
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Location:
Private Workshop Area International Cake Show Australia Exhibition Hall 2, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) Merivale Street South Brisbane (Southbank) Qld 4101 Workshop Duration: 1 DAYS Class Date: Thursday 30th July 2026 Time: 8.00am - 4.00pm Note: Class finish times are approximate. |
Experience Level: Beginner & Above
No prior cake decorating experience is required for this class. You will be working with cake and will be taught all the basics step by step. This workshop is perfect if you're starting your cake decorating journing or still strugging with perfecting beautiful crisp straight edges, as well as for experienced decorators wanting to perfect their buttercream piping skills. There's a huge market for what you'll learn in this class, yet once you learn the skills they are quick and easy to make!
Phi's classes book out every year, and we know why. She's an absolute master when it comes to teaching. Not only will you leave at the end of the day with a fully completed cake that is as delicious on the inside as it is beautiful on the out, you'll leave with confidence and comprehensive notes!
Cost:
ACADA Members - $275
General Public - $295
*Includes a complimentary 3 day ticket to International Cake Show Australia valued at $75
Workshop Description:
Have you ever admired those stunning vintage buttercream cakes filling your social media feeds and thought, "I'd love to learn how to create one of those!"
Now you can!
Join Australia's Buttercream Master, Phi Truong, for an inspiring full-day, hands-on workshop where you'll learn to create this elegant vintage buttercream cake from start to finish. Whether you've never picked up a piping bag before or you're looking to perfect your buttercream skills, Phi will guide you every step of the way in her calm, encouraging and easy-to-follow teaching style.
During this immersive workshop you'll learn:✔ How to prepare and handle buttercream for perfect piping consistency
✔ Professional piping bag preparation and nozzle techniques
✔ How to achieve beautifully smooth buttercream finishes
✔ Classic vintage Lambeth-inspired piping techniques
✔ Elegant shell borders and rope borders
✔ Stunning ruffles, swags and draped garlands
✔ Beautiful scrollwork and decorative piping
✔ Creating delicate buttercream bows and statement features
✔ Professional spacing, balance and cake composition
✔ Tips and tricks that will give your cakes a polished, professional finish
Every technique is demonstrated step-by-step before you recreate it yourself, making this the perfect workshop for beginners while also offering plenty of valuable skills for experienced decorators wanting to master the timeless art of vintage buttercream.
Everything is Included
Simply arrive ready to learn—we'll take care of everything else.
Your workshop includes:
• Your cake, freshly prepared and ready to decorate
• All buttercream and decorating materials
• Professional decorating equipment to use throughout the day
• Expert step-by-step tuition from Phi Truong
• A sturdy cake box so you can safely transport your masterpiece home
By the end of the day you'll leave with a spectacular vintage buttercream cake you'll be incredibly proud to share with family and friends.
Your Workshop Bonus
As a workshop student you'll also receive a FREE 3-Day Pass to International Cake Show Australia, valued at $75.
Come back after your class, immerse yourself in Australia's largest cake decorating event, featuring hundreds of demonstrations, world-renowned artists, incredible cake competitions, hands-on experiences, shopping, celebrity decorators and thousands of breathtaking edible creations from around the globe.
It's the perfect way to continue your cake decorating journey after learning from one of Australia's finest buttercream artists.
Don't Just Learn... Create Something Incredibly Beautiful
This isn't just another cake decorating class. It's a full day of creativity, inspiration and confidence-building with one of Australia's most respected buttercream artists. You'll discover skills you'll use for years to come, meet fellow cake lovers, and leave with a show-stopping cake that most people would never believe you decorated yourself.
This is a new class just added to the ICSA workshop program. Phi's classes book out every year. If you want a spot please book it quickly
Have you ever admired those stunning vintage buttercream cakes filling your social media feeds and thought, "I'd love to learn how to create one of those!"
Now you can!
Join Australia's Buttercream Master, Phi Truong, for an inspiring full-day, hands-on workshop where you'll learn to create this elegant vintage buttercream cake from start to finish. Whether you've never picked up a piping bag before or you're looking to perfect your buttercream skills, Phi will guide you every step of the way in her calm, encouraging and easy-to-follow teaching style.
During this immersive workshop you'll learn:✔ How to prepare and handle buttercream for perfect piping consistency
✔ Professional piping bag preparation and nozzle techniques
✔ How to achieve beautifully smooth buttercream finishes
✔ Classic vintage Lambeth-inspired piping techniques
✔ Elegant shell borders and rope borders
✔ Stunning ruffles, swags and draped garlands
✔ Beautiful scrollwork and decorative piping
✔ Creating delicate buttercream bows and statement features
✔ Professional spacing, balance and cake composition
✔ Tips and tricks that will give your cakes a polished, professional finish
Every technique is demonstrated step-by-step before you recreate it yourself, making this the perfect workshop for beginners while also offering plenty of valuable skills for experienced decorators wanting to master the timeless art of vintage buttercream.
Everything is Included
Simply arrive ready to learn—we'll take care of everything else.
Your workshop includes:
• Your cake, freshly prepared and ready to decorate
• All buttercream and decorating materials
• Professional decorating equipment to use throughout the day
• Expert step-by-step tuition from Phi Truong
• A sturdy cake box so you can safely transport your masterpiece home
By the end of the day you'll leave with a spectacular vintage buttercream cake you'll be incredibly proud to share with family and friends.
Your Workshop Bonus
As a workshop student you'll also receive a FREE 3-Day Pass to International Cake Show Australia, valued at $75.
Come back after your class, immerse yourself in Australia's largest cake decorating event, featuring hundreds of demonstrations, world-renowned artists, incredible cake competitions, hands-on experiences, shopping, celebrity decorators and thousands of breathtaking edible creations from around the globe.
It's the perfect way to continue your cake decorating journey after learning from one of Australia's finest buttercream artists.
Don't Just Learn... Create Something Incredibly Beautiful
This isn't just another cake decorating class. It's a full day of creativity, inspiration and confidence-building with one of Australia's most respected buttercream artists. You'll discover skills you'll use for years to come, meet fellow cake lovers, and leave with a show-stopping cake that most people would never believe you decorated yourself.
This is a new class just added to the ICSA workshop program. Phi's classes book out every year. If you want a spot please book it quickly
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About Your Teacher:
Phi Truong of North Lake Cakery has become one of Australia's most admired buttercream artists, renowned for her breathtaking floral creations and elegant vintage buttercream cakes. Her work has inspired thousands of decorators through social media and hands-on workshops, where she is celebrated for transforming traditional piping techniques into stunning works of edible art.
What truly sets Phi apart is her ability to teach. With a calm, patient and encouraging style, she breaks every technique down into simple, achievable steps, making even intricate buttercream designs accessible to complete beginners. Whether you've never picked up a piping bag before or you're looking to refine your decorating skills, you'll leave this masterclass with beautiful new techniques, greater confidence and a cake you'll be proud to take home.
Phi owns one of the busiest bakeries in Lake Macquarie (NSW) and teaches her much in demand butercream workshops throughout Australia and South East Asia.
This workshop is highly recommended for anyone starting their cake decorating journing or wanting to improve their buttercream piping skills.
Phi Truong of North Lake Cakery has become one of Australia's most admired buttercream artists, renowned for her breathtaking floral creations and elegant vintage buttercream cakes. Her work has inspired thousands of decorators through social media and hands-on workshops, where she is celebrated for transforming traditional piping techniques into stunning works of edible art.
What truly sets Phi apart is her ability to teach. With a calm, patient and encouraging style, she breaks every technique down into simple, achievable steps, making even intricate buttercream designs accessible to complete beginners. Whether you've never picked up a piping bag before or you're looking to refine your decorating skills, you'll leave this masterclass with beautiful new techniques, greater confidence and a cake you'll be proud to take home.
Phi owns one of the busiest bakeries in Lake Macquarie (NSW) and teaches her much in demand butercream workshops throughout Australia and South East Asia.
This workshop is highly recommended for anyone starting their cake decorating journing or wanting to improve their buttercream piping skills.
WORKSHOP FAQ
Limited Student Numbers & Class Timing:
This workshop has limited student numbers to ensure the very best tuition possible. The times given are guidelines. We understand all students work at different speeds, however in a workshop situation it's important you try to keep up. If you do, you'll go home with a finished project. If not, you will have learned the required skills and have some homework to complete. As with all workshops class times are approximate. We cannot guarantee all classes will finish on time.
What You'll Take Home:
At the end of your workshop we'll provide you with a box to safely transport your project home. Be super proud, we'd love to be there to see the expression on your friends' and family's faces. What you'll be making in this workshop is guaranteed to "WOW"!
Workshop Ticket Inclusions:
Your workshop ticket includes a 3 day International Cake Show Australia pass valued at $75.
You DO NOT need to buy a separate show entry ticket. Your workshop ticket gives you access to all areas of the show other than the paid areas such as workshops, mini classes, paid demonstration area and VIP lounge. These are separate ticketed items.
Your workshop ticket includes express show entry, access to all stages, more than 100 free demonstrations, all the huge sugar features including the new walk through House of Horror, competition display, cookie zone, bridal zone, sweet street, to all the shops and lots more. It gives you show access for all three days (Friday, Saturday & Sunday).
Everything you need to complete your class is provided. All tools and equipment provided are for use during your workshop only. These can't be taken home. They need to be left at the end of your workshop, as they are needed for the following classes. If you wish to purchase any of the tools or equipment used, they will be available at various vendor stands at the show. Many of the vendors will be selling at highly discounted prices, so you'll be able to pick up lots of bargains. Your teacher will explain what you need and how you can improvise where possible, however they'll also tell you the best places to source any items you may need to purchase, if you want to recreate your project again at home.
Tea, coffee and cake (of course) is provided.
What You Need to Bring:
You need to bring an apron, a bottle of water if needed, a light lunch and a smile. Every workshop is packed full of invaluable skills, techniques and tips you'll use for many years to come, they're also lots of fun. Why not consider inviting your bestie to come share in your funfilled learning experience.
What if I book a class then see something else I prefer, can I transfer?
Yes of course you can, providing there are places available and your new class is of a similar value. If not you'll need to pay the difference. You are able to swap classes up until 14 days prior to the show.
What if I can't make it, or the class is cancelled, will I get a refund?
In the event there aren't sufficient student numbers to make the class economically viable, or the teacher is unable to make it due to being unwell we will provide you with as much notice as possible and provide you with the choice of an immediate 100% refund or option to transfer into another workshop, the choice is yours! In the event you aren't able to make it you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else. We begin preparations for the workshops months before the show, therefore refunds unfortuantely aren't available. If you need to transfer your ticket to someone else, please ensure you contact us to let us know, so we can welcome them.
This workshop has limited student numbers to ensure the very best tuition possible. The times given are guidelines. We understand all students work at different speeds, however in a workshop situation it's important you try to keep up. If you do, you'll go home with a finished project. If not, you will have learned the required skills and have some homework to complete. As with all workshops class times are approximate. We cannot guarantee all classes will finish on time.
What You'll Take Home:
At the end of your workshop we'll provide you with a box to safely transport your project home. Be super proud, we'd love to be there to see the expression on your friends' and family's faces. What you'll be making in this workshop is guaranteed to "WOW"!
Workshop Ticket Inclusions:
Your workshop ticket includes a 3 day International Cake Show Australia pass valued at $75.
You DO NOT need to buy a separate show entry ticket. Your workshop ticket gives you access to all areas of the show other than the paid areas such as workshops, mini classes, paid demonstration area and VIP lounge. These are separate ticketed items.
Your workshop ticket includes express show entry, access to all stages, more than 100 free demonstrations, all the huge sugar features including the new walk through House of Horror, competition display, cookie zone, bridal zone, sweet street, to all the shops and lots more. It gives you show access for all three days (Friday, Saturday & Sunday).
Everything you need to complete your class is provided. All tools and equipment provided are for use during your workshop only. These can't be taken home. They need to be left at the end of your workshop, as they are needed for the following classes. If you wish to purchase any of the tools or equipment used, they will be available at various vendor stands at the show. Many of the vendors will be selling at highly discounted prices, so you'll be able to pick up lots of bargains. Your teacher will explain what you need and how you can improvise where possible, however they'll also tell you the best places to source any items you may need to purchase, if you want to recreate your project again at home.
Tea, coffee and cake (of course) is provided.
What You Need to Bring:
You need to bring an apron, a bottle of water if needed, a light lunch and a smile. Every workshop is packed full of invaluable skills, techniques and tips you'll use for many years to come, they're also lots of fun. Why not consider inviting your bestie to come share in your funfilled learning experience.
What if I book a class then see something else I prefer, can I transfer?
Yes of course you can, providing there are places available and your new class is of a similar value. If not you'll need to pay the difference. You are able to swap classes up until 14 days prior to the show.
What if I can't make it, or the class is cancelled, will I get a refund?
In the event there aren't sufficient student numbers to make the class economically viable, or the teacher is unable to make it due to being unwell we will provide you with as much notice as possible and provide you with the choice of an immediate 100% refund or option to transfer into another workshop, the choice is yours! In the event you aren't able to make it you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else. We begin preparations for the workshops months before the show, therefore refunds unfortuantely aren't available. If you need to transfer your ticket to someone else, please ensure you contact us to let us know, so we can welcome them.
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