Spaceship Dreamer Cake Decorating and Baking Tutorial

Paul discusses the design then explains that the bed shape isn’t a cake size that most people would bake so Paul talks through how he uses the cake he has to get the shape. He then carves to shape.

This is an awkward shape to cover to watch Paul make it look easy but explain what to do when things don’t quite work out.

Want to hear some bedtime stories from Paul, well this is the lesson for you! He still manages to create the bedhead and booster for the rocket.

Paul considers a number of options before going for a carved polystyrene cylinder. It’s a messy job and of course non-edible so you can always go for rice krispie treats.

Always a challenge with an awkward shape but watch how Paul covers the nose to get a smooth, neat finish.

What a mess Paul makes, but it’s worth it as he achieves his whooshing through the Galaxy effect in some style.

Nice and straightforward just a case of cutting round the template and adding to the board.

This is where the design begins to take shape as Paul adds the nose and booster, offering a few alternatives along the way.

The devil is always in the detail and in this lesson Paul spends time adding those little touches that make this spaceship bed look special.

Paul creates and decorates the pillows and boys bedding with some more funny personal stories thrown in!

Using simple shapes and techniques Paul starts on the little boy’s feet, legs and body.

Same again, simple techniques to create the little boy’s arms and hands from sugarpaste.

This is where the design comes to life by adding the little boy’s head and facial features. Paul explains a number of ways to achieve the best finish but he goes for the finish with simple and quick techniques, but still has a great impact.

Everything a professional cake decorator needs to know about making and selling this type of design.

Paul shares with you some other ideas you can create with the lessons learned via this tutorial.