Part 1 of Our Beginner Series / August 16, 2026 / Portland Area
Learn how to build a beautiful, professional-looking cake from the ground up in this beginner-friendly class at Cake Hoopla’s Tigard studio. You’ll work with a real 3-layer cake and gain hands-on experience stacking, filling, and frosting—essential skills for any aspiring cake decorator. Then learn a simple, celestial way to finish the cake with a piped crescent moon, yellow stars, and white sprinkle constellations.
Already taken this class or a similar one? Sign up again! Repeating the class is a great way to strengthen your technique and gain confidence before moving on to more advanced decorating.
Whether you're brand new to decorating or want to reinforce the basics, this class sets you up for success with a strong foundation.
What's Included:
3-layer, 6" cake (feeds around 10) in your choice of flavor, plus and frosting, gold leaf, and tools.
Professional instruction:
Learn how to stack and fill a level cake for a solid foundation, essential for building a professional cake.
Master the technique of frosting a cake with a smooth finish.
Practice applying a simple finishing design with piped-on buttercream frosting and sprinkles.
1-2 students may share supplies and cake to decorate. Additional attendees should book the class separately.
A sturdy to-go box to safely transport the finished cake.
Recommended age: Adults and kids 10+
Date/Time: Sunday, August 16, 2026, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Price:
$70.00/cake.
Save 25% on your second class when you register for more than one class in the series, including the same class twice. Discount automatically applied at checkout.
Reserve your spot and get started with the essential skills every decorator should know.
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Cancellation Policy
Your booking can be canceled up to 5 days before the event. If you need to cancel your booking with less than 5 days' notice, you will be issued an electronic gift card equal to the price of your booking. No-shows will not be refunded.
Email hey@cakehoopla.com to cancel or reschedule your booking.
Cake Care Instructions
Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month. To avoid color changes, store the cake/cupcakes out of direct light.
Cakes/cupcakes are best consumed at room temperature. Remove the cake/cupcakes from the fridge 1 hour before serving, or from the freezer 2 hours before serving, to bring them to room temperature.
Joined for the intro cake 101 class and had a great time! Greta directions, staff and vibes!
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Susan Squires
Loved it
Such a fun and informative experience. Each step was broken down in detail that was easily understood. I was pleased with all I learned and plan to take more glasses!
