iSlay University
Introducing iSlay University
iSlay University School of Cake Design is a cake artistry program for cake artists of all levels. Taught by our very own celebrity cake artist, Torie Eason, our courses are hands on, one on one or small group classes where you'll get the individualized attention you need. We offer beginners level courses and well as intermediate and expert level courses. For all courses, all materials, cake, and icing are provided and you get to take your creation home to enjoy!
iSlay U Courses
Cake Design 101 - Foundations (4 hours) - $325
In this beginners course you will learn foundational skills needed for all cake designs such as torting, filling, and icing a cake with sharp edges. We will also cover basic materials needed to decorate cakes and how to photograph your work. You will also learn how to box your cakes with a professional finish. You will choose to complete a drip cake or rosette cake to take home to enjoy!.
Cake Design 200 - Tiered Cakes (6 hours) - $400
In this course you will learn how to structure and stack tiered cakes. We will also cover how to plan a design and how to price your items. You will also learn what questions to ask couples seeking wedding cakes and how to provide the best customer service. You will complete a tiered wedding cake to show off to your friends and family! You will also receive the iSlay Cakes digital guide for wedding cake planning.
Cake Design 301 - Odd Shapes (4 hours) - $350
In this course you will choose to make an Arch Cake, Square Cake, or Hexagon Cake. You will learn how to ice these odd shapes with a clean finish as well as some buttercream texture techniques. We will also cover what to include in your client contracts and how to handle dissatisfied clients. You will also receive cake guides to make all three odd shaped cakes!
Cake Design 401 - Fondant (4 hours) - $375
In this course you will learn to cover a cake in fondant. We will cover how to marble fondant and create fondant figures. You will create a teddy bear or elephant baby shower cake. We will also developing a streamlined brand for your business.
This course requires you to have all the skills from Cake Design 101 - Foundations (You don't have to take the Cake Design 101 course, you just have to have the skills)
Cake Design 500 - 3D Cakes (2 days - 4 hrs/day) - $450
This course requires approval as it is a high level course that requires foundational skills. You must submit a short application with a picture of your best work.
You will choose to create a Purse Cake, Cigar Box Cake, or Jordan Shoe Cake. You will learn to design, structure, and carve 3D cakes. We will also cover how to set up financial planning for a cake business.
iSlay U Complete Course ( 1day/week for 6 weeks) - $2000
This six week course includes Cake Design 101, 200, 301, and 401. You will also create a silky smooth buttercream recipe and learn business basics for a home bakery. You will create 4 cakes to take home! You will also receive a cake decorating starter kit, a personalized apron, and an iSlay Cakes gift card to purchase custom cake toppers. Upon completing the course you will have the skills to start or enhance your own home bakery!
This course is a steal with a cost of $333/course!
You must submit a short application for this course!
This is a small group course that will meet every Sunday starting 2/26/23 - 4/2/23.
We will have a graduation ceremony on 4/9/23.