Artisan Cake Company's Visual Guide to Cake Decorating Hardcover – December 1, 2014

this was a good book but I was disappointed in the fact that it didn't have more information for using buttercream. It just depends on what your preferences are. most of the cakes featured in it got a lot more elaborate than anything most people would be interested in doing if you just want to make pretty cakes this would probably go beyond what you would want to do but it just depends on what you want in a cake decorating book

Best book ever! I know that this is much more than a book that I will sit and look at or read for tips or inspiration in cake decorating. This is truly a text book, a book that will most likely be covered in flour, sugar, and food color as I keep it nearby for reference. The instructions are detailed and wonderfully illustrated. What I love most is that this book is truly genuine, Liz has given us complete instruction to not only replicate the cakes in this book but to use those skills to be confident to create our own designs. Liz has also shared not only her successful techniques but has also shared her failed attempts and why they failed. I have read this book cover to cover and I can't wait to jump into my first project this weekend. I hope that this is only the first of many books to come by this artist. (I think I will order another for my bookshelf, one that will stay pristine ☺️).

I've been decorating cakes for over 30 years and I love this book! So much to learn! Great recipes to try! Techniques to master! Really, this cake is an incredible resource for those new to cake decorating and for veterans alike. The directions are clear, the photographs are excellent. Not only are there photos showing what a cake should look like, photos are there to tell you what doesn't work, as well. Tips and tricks from the top people in the industry are all through the book. I can't tell you how I wish this book would have been around a few decades ago when I was getting started. The author is generous is sharing her knowledge and is encouraging to her readers...how many other very talented people are willing to share the mistakes they have made? It makes you feel that you can accomplish your visions too! The book is a visual treat and a compendium of cake decorating knowledge. Well done!

Recently I decided I would like to learn how to bake delicious cakes from scratch to showcase some of my gumpaste creations. This book by Elizabeth Marek definitely fills the bill. It is well written and packed with great cake information. I read an interview that asked her what her biggest wish was for her book. Her answer was she wanted her readers to find her book useful and not to gather dust and that the pages become worn from use, dog-eared and stained with batter. I have not stained the book’s pages with batter, but I have certainly marked the heck out of it with my yellow highlighter. FYI: If you would like a way to easily adjust the ingredients required for her delicious vanilla cake for different yields of her 8-inch cakes (i.e. single, double, triple, etc. batches) Elizabeth has kindly included how to do it on her website: [...]

I have only been a cake artist for the past 4 years and when I started it was very difficult to find a book that would provide me with good directions, important tips, recipes and how to even get started on cake designing, leaving me to learn by trial and error. I wish I had this book when I was starting out it is one of the most overall informational cake decorating books I have ever come across for every level of cake artist. The author highlights so many important elements and give you wonderful tutorials. She share a lot about her success and failures so that others can avoid making these mistakes. I would highly recommend this book to everyone. It is my new cake bible! You will love it. Thank you Liz Marek

I first pre-ordered this book five months before it was even released, talk about the longest wait ever! Anyway, once I heard that doorbell ring I ran to the door, actually hugged the mail person, and tore the heck out of the packaging. There it was, a delightful incite on the magic that lies behind the mysteries of cake decorating. Not only is this a very visual book, as the title implies, there is so so so many tips and tricks my head was spinning. It not only amazes me the talent the author possesses, it also amazes me she has the skill to teach it in such a way that even beginners can create, what seems, these difficult projects. Not only does Marek give these wonderful tips, she includes tips and advice from leaders of our industry! You will not be disappointed.

My first impression when I received this book was very excited. The content was written very-detailed. The step-by-step instructions is illustrated in pictures and clearly explained as well. It is a great book for a beginner to learn about cake decorating. Plus, what's good about this book is that she provides decorations for those in different level of difficulties which is great so that you know which level you can start from. If you thinking of a cake decoration book then this is definitely the only book you should invest on it.

I have bought many, many books regarding cake decorating. Some are good, some are great, but I must say this book by Elizabeth Marek, is by far the BEST book ever. It has simple, right to the point, easy to follow instructions and tutorials. The photos are amazing and a lot. The way it is explained in each single technique used makes it really "novice friendly". It explains with detail the differences on a good vs. a bad thought out cake. I cant say enough good things about it. Is just EXCELLENT!!!

Great book! The basic recipes in it are fabulous. It's a really great book for your caking library.

Este libro contiene las más nuevas técnicas en decoración de pasteles, además de muchos demasiadisisismos tips, realmente vale la pena comprarlo!!Espero pronto puedan sacar la edición en español =)

So many cakes I need to try.... Beautiful book.

best cake decorating book I have ever bought

My Bible!! :)