About the course

Buckle up for the Ultimate Vehicle Cakes Class—where cake meets craftsmanship! Join Dawn Butler as she guides you through the art of sculpting jaw-dropping car cakes using the innovative Dinkydoodle Vehicle Structure Kits. Whether you're replicating a real-life ride or dreaming up a one-of-a-kind confection, this course gives you the tools and techniques to bring your edible vehicle to life. Students will learn how to:     * Choose and adapt the right structure kit for their design     * Use carving templates to shape cakes with precision     * Stack, fill, and ganache for stability and smooth finishes     * Cover and detail cakes to achieve realistic effects—from wheel arches to windshields With step-by-step video lessons covering iconic models like the VW Beetle, Lamborghini Huracan, and even a Formula One race car, this class is packed with inspiration and practical know-how. Whether you're a seasoned cake artist or ready to level up your sculpting skills, Dawn’s expert guidance makes complex techniques feel achievable and fun.

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

13 Chapters · 79 Lessons

  1. 1

    Welcome & Important Information

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      Important Information

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      FAQ

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      QA from Car Fest Transport Pricing More

  2. 2

    The Kits & Side Templates - ESSENTIAL VIEWING

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      The Bases

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      Side Templates

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      More Info on Kits

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      Which Kit & How do I adapt a Kit to Suit my Needs?

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      How Many Portions

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      New Base B for Ford Anglia

  3. 3

    The Cake - ESSENTIAL VIEWING

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      Adding Cake and Filling

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      Ganaching

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      Adding Shape

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      Making Perfect Wheel Arches

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    Lights - ESSENTIAL VIEWING

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      Lights Part 1

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      Lights Part 2

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    Mini with Base A

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      Mini Finishing Details

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    VW Beetle on Base A

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      Beetle Carving the Cake

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      Beetle Defining Shape

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      Beetle Covering

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      Beetle Detailing

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      Beetle Stripes

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      Beetle Stripes Part 2

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    Lamborghini Huracan (Base C and Hyper Car Templates)

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      Lamborghini Filling and Carving

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      Lamborghini Shaping after Ganache

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      Lamborghini Details before Covering

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      Lamborghini Adding more Ganache

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      Lamborghini Covering

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      Lamborghini Details

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      Lamborghini Airbrushing

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      Lamborghini Wheel Arches

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      Lamborghini Too much Glaze

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      Lamborghini Finished Cake

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    Hyper Car on Base C

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      Vehicles Hyper Airbrushing (4)

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      Vehicles Hyper Covering (2)

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      Vehicles Hyper Finishing Details (5)

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      Vehicles Hyper Making Adjustments before covering (1)

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      Vehicles Hyper Using Template for Details (3)

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    Porsche (using Sports Car Templates with Base C)

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      Porsche Details Before Covering Part 1

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      Porsche Details Before Covering Part 2

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      Porsche Detailing

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      Porsche Detailing Part 2

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      Porsche All Finished

  10. 10

    Ford Escort Cosworth (using Small Family Car Templates with Base B)

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      Cosworth Structure

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      Cosworth Structure Part 2

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      Cosworth Carving the Top

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      Cosworth Details under Ganache

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      Cosworth Isomalt Lights

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      Cosworth Wheels

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      Cosworth Wheel Adjustments

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      Cosworth Covering

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      Cosworth Time Lapse Detail Ta-Da

  11. 11

    Classic Convertible Car

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      Convertible Launch Party Demo

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      Convertible Kit Assembly

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      Convertible Adding Cake

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      Convertible Adding Cake Pop Mix

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      Convertible Adding Cake Pop Mix Part 2

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      Convertible Covering the Inside

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      Convertible Covering the Outside

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      Convertible Doors

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      Convertible Inside Details

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      Convertible Outside Details

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      Convertible Wheels

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      Convertible Isomalt Windscreen

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      Convertible Windscreen Part 2

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    Formula 1 Racing Car

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      F1 Kit and templates

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      F1 Adding cake and Carving

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      F1 Ganache and filling Wheels

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      F1 Covering Wheels

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      F1 Covering

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      F1 Halo and Other Details

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      F1 Logos and Stickers

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    MX5 Using Base B and DB5 Templates

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      MX5 Choosing Most Suitable Kit

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      MX5 Carving using DB5 Template

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      MX5 Ganaching

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      MX5 Cutting Out

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      MX5 Cutting Out Part 2

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      MX5 Covering the Inside

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      MX5 Covering the Outside

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      Finished Cake

Don’t just dream it—drive it (in cake form)!

Enroll now and start sculpting show-stopping car cakes with ease—Dawn’s expert guidance and Dinkydoodle kits make it achievable, unforgettable, and seriously fun.

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