I am planning to take a cake decorating class just for fun. I don't have the time to do it for more than my enjoyment. Has anyone taken one through Michael's? Is it a pretty good class? About how much was your supplies? Thanks.
Michael's rates are available on their webpage. Depending on the package you sign up for, i.e. number of classes, fondant, basic piping, modeling chocolate etc, it can roughly $15-$20 a class. Don't let them oversell you on equip. See if you can borrow some from a friend before buying your own kit.
Good luck to you and yours,
F. B.
I took the class at a Michael's store about 15 years ago. At the time, I found the instructor to be very good and helpful. However, that particular Michael's store was not. They were not particularly supportive of either the instructor, who as I understood was from Wilton rather than being a Michael's employee, or of the students. I think it probably depends on the individual store and the instructor as to how much you'll get out of their classes. Having mentioned the negatives.. I will say that because of the instructor, I was quite happy with the class I took.
I know someone who took and LOVED the Michael's class. Give it a try!
I got into cake decorating 15 yrs ago from taking a class from Ames. I've taken classes from Michael's to keep up on new trends and for fun. It really depends on the teacher, but yes, overall its a good class.
Now when I started years ago I didn't have any cake supplies and I spent a good bit of money. Michael's has those coupons so I would suggest buying the course one kit with one of those. Don't buy it piece meal when this is just for fun. Not buy any of the fancy stuff. You can get by and do well without all of the gadgets.
Have fun!!!!
