Jan 29, 2013

Wilton Cookie Blossom Bouquet



Wilton Cookie Blossom Class

Want to make a cookie blossom?  They make very impressive (and delicious) gifts!  Sign up at Michaels in Bessemer by Friday for this 2 session cookie class!!

Session 1 - Sunday, February 3, 2013 from 2:00-3:00 PM
Session 2 - Sunday, February 10, 2013 from 2:00-4:30 PM

For the 1st session all you need is pen and paper.  A supply list and recipe will be provided in Session 1 for Session 1.  You can chose to do cookie icing techniques or fondant techniques.  Sign up soon.  Class is limited to 12 students.

Jan 11, 2013

2013!

Well January classes are already in full swing.  If you are interested in taking a class in February the schedule is listed below.  Classes are currently 50% off.  So sign-up fast!  Valentine's is Thursday, February 14th and it's a great time to learn to decorate Sweets for your Sweet!

Course 1 Decorating Basics
Tuesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2013 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Course 3 Fondant and Gum Paste
Mondays, February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2013 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM

As of January 1, 2013, Michael's has reinstated the 4 student minimum for each class.  If a class does not have 4 students signed up 48 hours before the class time then the class will be cancelled.  Students will be notified of the cancellation within 24 hours of the class time.  PLEASE PROVIDE A CORRECT AND LEGIBLE EMAIL AND PHONE NUMBER WHEN SIGNING UP.  We don't want to have to cancel any classes so make sure you sign up early!

Nov 21, 2012

Gingerbread House Classes in December!

Come Create a Gingerbread House with Us!

Tuesday, December 4, 2012 Gingerbread House Family Workshop 5:30-8:30 PM
Cost is $10.00 per child + Supplies.  Accompanying adult is free.  Limit is 2 children per adult.  Sign-up soon!  The classroom max is 12.  Sign-up at the register at least 24 hours in advance.

Thursday, December 6, 2012 Gingerbread House Class 5:30-8:30 PM
Cost is $20 per adult + Supplies.  Sign-up soon!  The classroom max is 12.  Sign-up at the register at least 24 hours in advance.


Supplies for each class includes:


  • Gingerbread House Kit (includes prebaked, precut gingerbread pieces, pre-made icing, 2 colors fondant, candy pieces, decorating bag, round plastic tip)
  • Spatula (for icing and decorating)
  • 1 Plastic Dowel Rod or Rolling Pin (for rolling out fondant)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for making snow around house)
  • Paper Towels or Napkins for clean-up
  • 24 inch piece of narrow Ribbon, string or yarn (to decorate the edge of the board)
  • Scissors
  • Tape
  • Apron
  • Box to carry home finished house
Optional Supplies to Enhance Decorating Experience:
  • White Cake Sparkles
  • Holiday Sprinkle Assortment
  • Holiday Icing Decorations
  • Additional Disposable Decorating Bags
  • 1 Standard Coupler
  • Icing Colors
  • Assorted Tips


Nov 12, 2012

Upcoming Classes Available for Sign-Up!

If you stop by the store you are now able to sign-up for the classes listed below:

Course 1 Decorating Basics (4 Week Class)

December 2, 9, 16, and 23 from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Sundays)

January 7, 14, 21, 28 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM (Mondays)

January 10, 17, 24, 31 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM (Thursdays)

February 5, 12, 19, 26 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM (Tuesdays)

Course 2 Flowers and Cake Design (4 Week Class)

January 8, 15, 22, 29 from 6:30 -8:30 PM (Tuesdays)

Course 3 Fondant and Gum Paste (4 Week Class)

February 4, 11, 18, 25 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM (Mondays)

Classes are limited to 12 students, so be sure to sign up soon!  The current promotion is 50% off all 4 week courses!  Advance sign up required.

Nov 2, 2012

January Classes




Wilton Course 1 Decorating Basics

There will be a Wilton Course 1 starting in January on Thursdays.  We will meet January 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 6:30-8:30 PM.  Make sure you sign up at least 24 hours in Advance.  AS OF 11/2/12 THERE ARE ONLY 4 SPOTS LEFT IN THIS CLASS!  So sign up fast!  Sign up before 11/10/12 and it is only $10!


Wilton Course 2 Flowers & Cake Design

Come learn how to pipe beautiful Royal Icing Flowers!  Course 2 Flowers & Cake Design will start on Tuesdays in January.  We will meet January 8, 15, 22, & 29 from 6:30-8:30 PM.  Make sure you sign up at least 24 hours in Advance.  This class is 50% off right now!

December Decorating Basics Class

There is a Wilton Course 1 Decorating Basics class starting on December 2nd at 10:30 AM.  If you are interested make sure you sign up at least 24 hours in Advance.  We will meet on December 2, 9, 16, and 23 from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM.  Sign up before 11/10/12 and it is only $10!

Basics Classes Starting Next Week

November Decorating Basics Classes starting next week!  If you are signed up you will receive an email or a phone call.  Just incase you misplaced your supply list, here it is...

  • Wilton Decorating Basics Student Kit at Michaels
  • Wilton Ready to Use Decorators Icing at Michaels (if you are taking this class with someone you may share this item)
  • Wilton Icing Colors (Optional)
  • 6 plain flat Cookies with something to transport them home
  • a Bag to carry home soiled decorating tools
  • damp cloth
  • scissors
  • apron (Optional)
  • Pen or Pencil