About the course

Turn an ordinary cake into an extraordinary showpiece with Dawn’s Pick Up Trophy Cake Class. In this online course, Dawn walks you step‑by‑step through creating a trophy‑style cake that doesn’t just look impressive — it can actually be picked up and held like the real thing. Using the Dinkydoodle Pick Up Trophy Kit, you’ll learn how to build a strong internal structure, stack and carve your cake for the perfect trophy shape, and cover it cleanly for a flawless finish. Dawn shares her signature tips for stability, smoothness, and shine, making this class ideal for both confident beginners and experienced decorators looking to master a new showstopper. By the end, you’ll have the skills to create a celebration‑ready trophy cake that lifts, wows, and becomes the star of any event — from sports parties to award nights and everything in between.

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

2 Chapters · 5 Lessons

  1. 1

    Large Trophy Cake

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Trophy Large Trophy Facebook Live

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Large Trophy Adding Letters

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      Large Trophy Shading with Airbrush

  2. 2

    Mini Trophy Cake Topper

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Mini Trophy Kit Assembly

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Mini Trophy Facebook Live

Join the Pick Up Trophy Cake Class and learn how to create a trophy cake you can actually lift.

Unlock Dawn’s proven method and start making showstopping, celebration‑ready trophy cakes with total confidence.

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