A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Kids can perfect their cake-decorating skills and develop their creativity​ with these adorable and delicious cupcake designs. With step-by-step photos for every stage of the process, bakers ages 8 and up will learn how to create stunning cupcake masterpieces from scratch. This unique format is as simple as 1, 2, 3: 1. Start with the easy-to-follow recipes for the Best-Ever Vanilla or Chocolate Cupcake base and simple buttercream frosting. 2. Learn impressive decorating techniques, like using a piping bag, working with fondant, and creating 3D designs with candy. 3. Put your new skills into practice with detailed instructions for fun designs, including sloths, mermaids, funny faces, and more! Bestselling children's baking authors Deanna Cook and Joy Howard share tips, tricks, and creative designs that are perfect for birthday parties, holidays, bake sales, and every day! Stickers and punch-out cardstock decorations for making cupcake toppers are also included in this kid-friendly cookbook.