BREAKING NEWS

***2014***

Some of you will not be aware that Sugar and Ice of Shaw is a part-time business.  My main employment is elsewhere and means that I am only physically able to bake and decorate (alongside shopping, marketing, accounts, prepping etc) on a Thursday and Friday.

Recently, my time has been restricted even further and it has become apparent that I no longer have the hours available to make cakes.  Therefore, with effect from 2014, I will ONLY be offering;

Cupcakes

Cupcake Classes

Cupcake Parties

Sugar and Ice of Shaw is a business created from love and was never intended to provide a solid income.  It is with regret that I have had to down-size slightly, but if circumstances change, my customers and fans will be the first to know.

It is with a heavy heart that I have had to make this decision, but my main employment, family and health must come first.

 

Thank you

 

With love

Joanne x

Christmas Cupcake Classes

On Saturday 23rd and Sunday 30th November, we held our first CHRISTMAS Cupcake Class.

Not only was the festive theme our first, but also marked our first anniversary in hosting Cupcake Classes to the general public.

Offering classes and parties is our most favourite part of the business and also what we feel is our main priority :-)

Both dates were popular and we received 10 members on the first date and 8 on the second.

Once again, we taught both buttercream swirls and flat-iced designs, not to mention 2D and 3D sugarcraft modelling.

The feedback we received was quite fantastic and we felt quite humbled!

Christmas Classes

OUR FINAL CUPCAKE CLASSES OF 2013!

CHRISTMAS CUPCAKE CLASSES

 

We don't need to advertise! The 23rd is SOLD OUT already!

You will need to be very quick if you want to come on this class!

 

 

STILL ONLY £15 PER PERSON

PRICE INCLUDES 2 HOUR CLASS

6 CUPCAKES TO DECORATE AND KEEP

CLASS NOTES AVAILABLE

CAFE REFRESHMENTS DOWNSTAIRS

FREE PARKING

 

CALL OR TEXT JOANNE ON 07761 501214

 

 

SPOOKTACULAR Class!

On Sunday 20th October, we held the first of our 2 Halloween Cupcake Classes.

Doing so marked the 1 year anniversary of Sugar and Ice of Shaw holding classes for the general public.  We absolutely love sharing the joy and achievement of creative cake decorating and the feedback we receive serves to justify that our customers love our classes too :-)

We received 8 customers for the first class and 9 customers for the second, which is a nice intimate number and enables us to familiarise ourselves with individuals and give a more personal level of service.

For our class, we baked delicious chocolate cupcakes and took along some fresh chocolate orange buttercream along with spooky swirly lime and orange vanilla buttercream, which looked incredible when piped.

As always, the class thoroughly enjoyed the experience and many have already booked onto our next class in November.

One of our Halloween Classes featuring new and regular customers

 



 

Our ghost design and pumpkin cupcake

 

We also featured our legendary "Zombie from the grave" cupcake

 

 

Our cute Frankenstein design was a hit

 



The class also enjoyed making the Mummy cupcake



HALLOWEEN CLASSES!

***HALLOWEEN CUPCAKE CLASSES***

 

Yes! Halloween is almost upon us!

We have waved farewell to the summer and autumn has arrived...

BUT DON'T DESPAIR!

 

There is still fun to be had!!

 

Our CUPCAKE CLASSES are for everyone - children AND adults!

No experience necessary!

A 2 hour class, 6 cupcakes to decorate and keep,
FREE local parking

AND café refreshments available before or after class!

 

So, don't have a miserable Sunday indoors, come to class!

Tickets available to purchase,
simply call or text 07761 501214 to book

 

You can find us on Facebook

www.Facebook.com/SUGARANDICEOFSHAW

 

 

 

 

Dogs and Cats Class

On Saturday 14th September, we held the first of two "DOGS AND CATS CUPCAKE CLASSES"

The popularity of these classes proved very positive.  I think perhaps as everyone is a big animal lover AND with the end of the summer upon us, people wanted something to raise their spirits.

We had 9 customers on Saturday - both children AND adults :-)  Our next class has 7 booked with the promise of a further 3 tickets to be purchased this week.

 

Class members

A flat-iced cat face

 



Constructing the foundation for our Westie face

 



Adding "fur"

A completed design



 

 

Making a 3D design

 

A Westie with his lead!

 



 

A fabulous poodle!

 

 

Customer work

 

A young girl made a spaniel!

A box all complete!

Dogs & Cats Cupcake Class

DOGS AND CATS CUPCAKE CLASS

(for adults & children age 6+)

If you love your pets AND love cupcakes, our next class is definitely for you!

We shall be teaching 2D flat face cupcake designs as well as 3D creations.  It may sound challenging, but you will be taken slowly "step-by-step" through each stage and will be astounded by what you can do with our help.

Still only £15 for a 2 hour class including your cupcakes AND complimentary hand-outs to enable you to make beautiful, delicious cupcakes in the comfort of your own home.  Held in Shaw town centre with free local parking and café refreshments available.  These classes also make the perfect gift for your loved ones...

So what are you waiting for? Book your place MIAOW!!!

PRINCESS & BRIDAL Cupcake Class

Our cupcake class today was a resounding success and we had a full room!

Children AND adults today and we could not wait to show them all the creative designs ready to be taught.

Today we showcased:

The classic buttercream rose swirl and "Mr Whippy" design
How to make a 3D princess and wedding dress
How to make a 2D princess and wedding dress
A Princess Face cupcake
Taught how to use cutters and embossers
Also taught how to use petal dust effectively

The class commenced at 12.15pm once all our customers had enjoyed a lovely Latte, ice-cream or cold drink in the café.  Each customer received 6 cupcakes to decorate within the 2 hour class.  Then afterwards, were given Class Notes with recipes, instructions and shopping guide.

 

Today's class members - there were 11 altogether

Making a 3D frilled dress

 



A Princess face cupcake

 

Using cutters and tools

Some finished designs by a regular customer

CUPCAKE CLASSES

OUR NEXT CUPCAKE CLASS...

 

"PRINCESS AND BRIDAL"

 

 

Our August classes will be themed on romance and glamour...

PERFECT for girly girls and ladies

EVERYONE WELCOME, children & adults (6+)

 

If you would like to learn how to make the perfect cupcake for a birthday PRINCESS, or for a special Hen Night or Wedding, then our next class is definitely for you.

 

 

SUNDAY 18TH AUGUST 12.15-2.15PM

SATURDAY 24TH AUGUST 10AM-12PM

 

STILL ONLY £15 PER PERSON!

FREE LOCAL PARKING!

CAFE REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE

6 CUPCAKES TO DECORATE AND KEEP!

 

 

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

 

Buttercream piping effects

How to model a 2D Bridal or Princess Dress

How to model a 3D Bridal or Princess Dress

How to use moulds and cutters to create designs

Sprinkles and Glitters available to give your cupcakes the WOW factor

 

Call or text 07761 501214 to book your place

YOU MUST PAY IN ADVANCE TO RECEIVE A TICKET

WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT PEOPLE WHO SIMPLY TURN UP

THANK YOU

 

 

 

 

 



 

Our SEASIDE Cupcake Classes

Our latest classes were themed on THE SEASIDE; perfect for the month of June/July.

We wanted to get everyone in the "holiday mood" and had some great ideas up our sleeve.

The key to this class was to demonstrate how to make sand and water.  This was done by using extra fine caster sugar (which we coloured with petal dust) and edible piping gel.

We focused on 6 different designs:

A Mr Whippy Ice-Cream
A Sea-shell
A Happy Sun
Bucket and Spade
Sea, Sand and Flip Flops
A lady/man floating in a rubber ring

As you can tell, we really make sure that our customers receive value for money! Remember our classes are only £15!!!

 

Using our shell mould

 

Adding texture to the starfish

 



Adding edible sand to the bucket and spade design

 

 

Adding the edible gel to create a beautiful water effect

 

Completing the man in the ring design

 

 



 Some completed cupcakes

 

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FOR INFORMATION REGARDING OUR NEXT CLASSES

AND TO BOOK TICKETS

PLEASE CONTACT JOANNE

ON 07761 501214

or contact us via www.Facebook.com/SUGARANDICEOFSHAW

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SAVE SHAW BATHS

***SAVE SHAW BATHS***

 

At Sugar and Ice of Shaw, we are passionate about our local community.

That is why, we have contributed to charities whenever possible.

We have donated cakes and cupcakes to:

Christie's Young Cancer Ward

Shaw Gas Explosion Families

Dr Kershaw's Hospice

We have donated monetary donations to:

Reuben's Retreat

The Christie Hospital

Jamie's Something Special

 

Finally, we are offering a prize donation in aid of
"Save Shaw Baths"

The town is in danger of losing our swimming baths which are in need of a major renovation, sadly costing tens of thousands.  The baths are an integral part of our community and are used by everyone, young and old.  The vision is to make the baths a charitable concern, which will no longer be part of the council's budget or management.

 

A questionnaire has been circulated to the people of Shaw to gage the bath's current use and popularity.  Those who complete the questionnaire are automatically entered into a competition to win a prize.  The prizes have been kindly donated by many local businesses, including ourselves.

 

To gain a chance of winning, simply contact
Shaw Leaflet Distribution to

download a questionnaire...

https://www.facebook.com/ShawLeafletServices?fref=ts

or call  Laura on 01706 497779

 

 

 

SEASIDE CUPCAKE CLASS

Our next class will be held on:

Saturday 29th June - 10am until 12pm

Sunday 7th July - 12.15pm until 2pm

Both adults and children welcome

STILL ONLY £15 per person!

We shall be teaching the wonders of using sugar made to look like sand:

Also the amazing effect of piping gel which looks like water AND seashell moulds, not to mention other wonderful summer designs...

 

 

Call or text 07761 501214 to book your place!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Baby & Family Face Cupcake Class

Our class held on Saturday 1st June proved very popular and we had a full studio.  Ages ranged from 8 years right through to adults of 40+!! As always, we showcased buttercream piping before moving on to making our baby faces.  We then taught how to use a "grass nozzle" to pipe hair onto children's face designs.

 

A girls face cupcake

 

Using a 3D mould

  



A new class member completes her designs

 

 

 These cupcakes were made my a new class member aged only 14...

just goes to prove that any age, any experience can come along

 and have fun!

 

 

 

 

 

OUR BIRTHDAY!

We are proud to announce that on Wednesday 29th May 2013, it will be our 2nd Anniversary!

 

Although we have been in the cake business for over 13 years, Sugar and Ice of Shaw was created back in 2011.

 

Since it's conception, the business has grown and gone from strength to strength.  This is purely down to experimentation and lots of practice! We are extremely proud of it's success and would like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers, old and new.

 

Originally, Sugar and Ice of Shaw was created to offer just celebration cakes and cupcakes, but six months into the business, we started offering Children's Cupcake Parties.  Twelve months after that, we commenced Cupcake Classes in Shaw town centre.  We are very passionate about our parties and classes, please click on the tabs at the top of this page to see what we have to offer.  They are so much fun and excellent value for money.

 

We are having an "Open Day" on our birthday to celebrate - there will be free tea/coffee and cupcakes to try.  We will also be offering free pens and sticky note pads! If you would like to come along, please feel free. We are opening our doors 11am - 2pm, Wednesday 29th May.  For enquiries relating to our Open Day or any other matter, please call or text 07761 501214.  You can also reach us on Facebook:

www.Facebook.com/SUGARANDICEOFSHAW

 

We have made a video especially for our 2nd Anniversary...please take a few minutes to watch, it would mean so much to us.

 

Please click on this link:

 

http://web.photodex.com/view/w9mmmxm4

 

Many thanks!

 

Joanne xxx

FAMILY Cupcake Classes

So called because EVERYONE is welcome (from age 6 upwards) AND because we shall be teaching you how to make cupcakes into your FAMILY!

Our next Cupcake Class will be held on:

Saturday 25th May 2013, 10am-12pm
Saturday 1st June 2013, 10am-12pm

If you have ever wanted to make cute 3D babies like the professionals, we shall be teaching this skill in our next class. We are also going to demonstrate how to make gorgeous baby faces and adult faces to resemble your own family members -... you only need showing once to recreate some beautiful cupcakes for your family and friends.

Don't miss out - excellent value at just £15.

Call or text me for more information - 07761 501214. You can also reach me on 01706 840521.

Please call or text TODAY as time is running out!

 

 Make cupcakes like these!

 

 

SPRING CUPCAKE CLASS

Our next Cupcake Class will be held on:

Saturday 20th April 2013, 10am-12pm
Saturday 27th April 2013, 10am-12pm

If you have ever wanted to make roses like the professionals, we shall be teaching this skill in our next class. We are also going to demonstrate how to make delicate blossom flowers and stunning dragonflies with sparkly transparent wings -... you only need showing once to recreate some beautiful cupcakes for your family and friends.

 

Don't miss out - excellent value at just £15.

 

Call or text me for more information - 07761 501214.  You can also reach me on 01706 840521.

 

Please call or text TODAY as time is running out!

 

 

Easter Cupcake Class

We held our legendary CUPCAKE CLASS at Lucia's Coffee Shop and Ice-Cream Parlour today, Saturday 30th March 2013.

 

Our classes cover the basics on covering your cupcakes with fondant and buttercream, along with instructions on how to craft flowers and models using coloured sugarpaste.

 

Today's class had an "Easter" theme, so our buttercream was chocolate and lime flavour.  Delicious! We also included Cadbury mini-eggs to sprinkle and Easter paper banners!

 

Our classes are open to everyone from age 6 and over.  Tickets are just £15 per person and include 4 cupcakes to decorate and keep.  There is free car parking just minutes away and also free refreshments in the cafe downstairs.

 

Today, in our 2 hour class, we taught:

 

Effective buttercream techniques

Hatching Chick designs

Bunny Rabbit designs

Painting edible easter eggs

Flower designs

Class member, Megan tries out our chick design

 

Next, we move onto the bunny rabbit escaping into his warren

 

We add the finishing touches to our bunny face on another design

 

 





And finally add a carrot!

 

Some of our designs

 



 Our class

 

Class member, Karen with her completed cakes!

As a special treat, our Easter class were given 6 cupcakes...

We may do this again, so why not become one of our regulars!!