About the course

In this course, you will learn all the skills required to craft a Valentine's mailbox cake with a cut Teddy Bear figurine. You will learn how to make a sugar figurine using my signature sugar paste and how to tone it to make it look exquisitely realistic. We will teach you to create stunning wafer paper wings that can be used on lots of other cake designs. I will share my signature vanilla cake recipe with whipped ganache and butter ganache for cake covering. Links to licensed artwork will be provided so that you can make sugar letters. You will learn how to work with chocolate and build a beautiful chocolate box with lid. Finally, Ekat will use velvet spray to demonstrate equipment for both beginners and professionals to achieve a gradient on your chocolate box.

What you will learn:

Create a Heartfelt Mailbox Cake with Love Letters and Master Chocolate Coating

Explore unique techniques for chocolate leveling, gradient velvet coating, and gain recipes for three types of ganache, raspberry coulis, and a basic vanilla sponge cake.

Learn the fundamentals of sculpting a voluminous and endearing figure of Teddy Bear Cupid

Master the technique of creating figurines, and you'll be able to successfully apply it to sculpt other animals: bunnies, puppies, kittens, and more. Learn the art of plush fur technique. Acquire the skill of crafting wings from wafer paper. Hone the art of tinting your figurines.

Course Curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Welcome Message

    • About Anastasia Zholob - Sugar Figurine Artist

    • Special Discounts for Related Courses and Suppliers

  • 2

    Teddy Bear Figurine

    • Introduction

    • Sugar Paste Recommendations

    • Sugar Paste Recipe

    • Tools

    • Teddy Bear - Dimensions

    • Teddy Bear Figurine - Making

    • Wafer Wings And Accessories

    • Teddy Bear Figurine - Toning

  • 3

    Cake "Sweet Mail"

    • Sweet Mail Cake Recipe

    • Tools

    • Cake Assembly

    • Ganache

  • 4

    Mail Box Making

    • Ingredients and Tools

    • Mail Box - Assembly

    • Love Letters

    • Velvet Cover

  • 5

    Final Steps and Assembly

    • Teddy Bear Love Mail - Assembly

Teddy Bear Love Mail

Immerse yourself in the art of crafting a Teddy Bear Love Mail cake!

About the Authors

Ekaterina

Ekaterina, the founder of Ekat's Academy, is a renowned cake artist from Australia. Since March 2020, she has taught over 8000 students from around the globe. In her courses, Ekaterina not only educates but also inspires, helping students navigate the nuances and sharing unique techniques in cake design, creating flowers and decorations from rice paper and fondant. She also imparts proper chocolate-handling skills. Whether you're a beginner or a professional, you'll undoubtedly find something of interest in her courses.

Anastasia Zholob

Anastasia Zholob is a widely recognized and highly skilled master in the art of creating figurines from sugar paste. Her main specialization lies in crafting intricate sugar figurines. Possessing a discerning eye and an amazing talent for sculpting, Anastasia transforms sugar into incredibly realistic characters that seem ready to come to life at any moment! All of her works showcase the highest level of craftsmanship—on her characters, Anastasia can convey even the smallest features and emotions. The figurines created under her meticulous guidance in this course will turn cakes and desserts into magical events, leaving an indelible impression on those who behold them!

Commonly Asked Questions

  • How to enrol in a course?

    Click enroll button, it will take you to the checkout page of the course. Register using your name and email and make a payment using your bank card or PayPal. Your course will be available straight away in your account.

  • How to access the course?

    After purchasing you will have access through my website https://academy.ekats.com.au and the course will be in your account. Just use the same email and password you used to purchase the class. If you don't remember the password, use the “forgot the password” option.

  • How much does it cost?

    The prices vary for different courses. Check the price by looking at the top of the page of each course or by clicking Enrol button. All prices are in Australian dollars and your bank will automatically convert into your currency.

  • What is the currency of the training?

    All prices are in Australian dollars and your bank will automatically convert into your currency. Check the rates in google if you want to convert to your local currency.

  • Is your course live or pre-recorded?

    All courses are pre-recorded using 4 HD cameras to ensure you see every detail of te work. You can watch videos as many times as you wish.

  • How long are the video lessons?

    We want you to spend your time efficiently so we have made videos short and informative so you can master each technique and go back to it easily using the navigation menu. Each video is 5-15 minutes.

  • What tools and ingredients I will need for the course?

    After enrolment you will have an immediate access to all tools and ingredients lists. We try to use the ingredients that are accessible anywhere in the World or offer suppliers online.

  • Do you have Money Back guarantee?

    Unfortunately we don't offer return policy. At the point of purchase, you are confirming your express consent to receiving the videos and written information for your sole use and lose your right to cancel and your right to a refund. Please read the bundle description carefully to make sure that it is right for you before purchasing.

  • Can I upgrade to a bundle after purchasing one course?

    We are so pleased you enjoyed your training and willing to learn more. We will be happy to offer an upgrade. Please email us at [email protected] to arrange an upgrade and save $$

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