About the course

Step into the Cake Academy dig site and uncover the ancient (and delicious) art of standing Dinosaur cakes! Using the legendary Dinkydoodle structure kits, you’ll learn how to build towering 2-legged and 4-legged prehistoric creatures—plus bonus beasts like the Minecraft pig. This online course guides you through every layer of the process: from kit assembly and cake stacking to ganaching, covering, and sculpting realistic textures. You’ll master airbrushing techniques to add depth and shading, and discover finishing touches that bring your edible fossils to life. Whether you're a cake archaeologist-in-training or a seasoned sugar sculptor, this course offers step-by-step instruction, creative inspiration, and plenty of playful surprises. By the end, you’ll have the skills to make cakes that don’t just stand—they roar.

Meet your Mentor

Hello, I’m Dawn Butler, the name behind Dinkydoodle. As a world-renowned cake artist and teacher, I’ve dedicated my career to inspiring and supporting cake makers of all levels.   Over the years, I’ve earned multiple gold medals in cake competitions, and in 2016, I proudly took home the highly coveted “Best in Show” prize at Cake International. I was also honoured as International “Cake Artist of the Year,” named one of the UK’s “Top Ten Cake Artists.”   More recently in 2024, I was inducted into the DMA’s Hall of Fame for my contributions to the sugar industry. But what I’m most proud of is the community we’ve built inside the Dinkydoodle Cake Academy.   Here’s something you might not know about me: I have dyslexia and ADHD. While some might see these as obstacles, I use them as superpowers. They help me break down complex techniques into their simplest forms, making it easier for anyone to follow along and achieve amazing results. You may spot the occasional spelling mistake, but I believe in being upfront and honest, and my students are always wonderfully supportive. If you’ve ever doubted your own abilities, or worried that learning something new might be out of reach, you’re in the right place. The Academy is a safe, encouraging space for everyone, myself included! I share my skills, expertise, and a good dose of fun, helping you build your confidence and creativity, one cake at a time. I can’t wait to see what you create!

Curriculum

4 Chapters · 33 Lessons

  1. 1

    2-Legged Dinosaurs

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      2 Leg Dino The Kit

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      2 Leg Dino Adding RKT

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      2 Leg Dino Adding Cake

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      2 Leg Dino Adding Cake Pop Mix

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      2 Leg Dino Mixing Colour and Preparing to Cover

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      2 Leg Dino Covering Legs Head Tail

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      2 Leg Dino Covering and Texturing

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      2 Leg Dino Head Shaping and Arms

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      2 Leg Dino Feet

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      2 Leg Dino Finishing off Head

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      2 Leg Dino Airbrushing

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      2 Leg Dino Final Details

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    4-Legged Dinosaurs

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      4 Leg Dino Adding More Detail Before Covering

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      4 Leg Dino Adding Wire to Head

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      4 Leg Dino Mixing up Colours

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      4 Leg Dino Adding Shape with Modelling Chocolate

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      4 Leg Dino Face and Feet

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      4 Leg Dino Covering the Body

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      4 Leg Dino Adding Skin Texture

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      4 Leg Dino The Frill

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      4 Leg Dino Adding Horns

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    Mini 2-Legged Dinosaur

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      Mini 2 Leg Dino Introduction

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      Mini 2 Leg Dino Kit Assembly

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      Mini 2 Leg Dino Adding Cake

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      Mini 2 Leg Dino Adding Cake Pop Mix

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      Mini 2 Leg Dino Crumb Coat

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    Mini 4-Legged Dinosaur

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      Mini 4 Leg Dino Kit Introduction

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      Mini 4 Leg Dino Kit Assembly

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      Mini 4 Leg Dino Making a Pig Part 1

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      Mini 4 Leg Dino Making a Pig part 2

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      Mini 4 Leg Dino Kit Making Pig Part 3

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      Mini 4 Leg Dino Kit Making Pig Part 4

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      Mini 4 Leg Dino Making a Pig Part 5

Ready to dig in? Enroll now and start building cakes that defy gravity—and expectations.

This isn’t just a class—it’s your ticket to turning imagination into edible art, one dinosaur at a time.

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