The definitive guide to mini cakes with expert instruction from world-renown cake decorator, Lindy Smith. Author of the international bestsellers The Contemporary Cake Decorating Bible and Creative Colour for Cake Decorating, Lindy now presents her ultimate mini cakes masterclass. Mini cakes are ideal for trying out new techniques on a small scale, making the results quick and achievable for all skill levels. They make perfect gifts, to give to guests as parties or as wedding favours or simply to make for yourself. With over 30 diverse and delightful mini cake projects for all occasions, this unique book contains all the step-by-step advice and expert knowledge you need to bake, paint, pipe, model and mould small yet perfectly formed mini cakes every time. With delicious cake recipes and fully illustrated instructions for every step of the way, you will be guided effortlessly through the creative process to make peerless bakes that are perfect for parties, gifts or celebrations. From a beach hut to a teddy bear, a pocket watch to a vintage cotton reel, the range and style is varied, fun and - like Lindy herself - endlessly creative!

Lindy Smith is a contemporary cake designer who inspires and empowers others to bake and decorate their own amazing cakes and cookies by passing on her knowledge in her books, DVDs, classes, and the products she designs for her business Lindy's Cakes. She is a prolific author with 13 books in print (most with David & Charles), including The Contemporary Cake Decorating Bible, and is one of the world's bestselling cake-decorating authors. www.lindyscakes.co.uk