Cake Decorating Classes & Workshops in Philadelphia

Pretty Scrumptious provides creative education programs, mentorship, and beginner-friendly cake classes designed to build practical skills, confidence, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Through hands-on learning and guided instruction, we introduce beginners to creative disciplines in a way that feels accessible, supportive, and empowering.

Where Creativity Meets Cake

A woman teaching young girls how to decorate a cake in a baking class. The girls are wearing aprons and are focused on decorating cakes with colorful frosting.

Pretty Scrumptious offers hands-on cake decorating classes designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and create unforgettable moments. From first-time decorators to growing young creatives, our classes meet students right where they are.

Pretty Scrumptious is more than just a cake education brand. It's a structured, supportive space where creativity becomes a tool for both growth and opportunity. Through our hands-on cake decorating classes or even a virtual cake decorating class, we introduce attendees to creative disciplines in a way that's approachable and empowering at the same time. 

The owner, Ericka Holder, has been decorating for 15 years and teaching consecutively since 2024. She holds her pastry associates degree from The Restaurant School at Walnut College. She also earned her Bachelor’s in Business from Peirce College in Philadelphia. Her expertise has earned her prestigious features in Pop97 Magazine and on our local ABC Network, where she has been recognized for her unique ability to create gravity defying cakes, wedding cakes, 3D character cakes.

Class Schedules

From Bachelorette cake decorating in Philadelphia to multi-month workshops, Pretty Scrumptious tries to offer classes for all types of individuals. Every experience is designed to meet learners where they are, whether they're using a piping bag for the very first time, or if they plan to explore entrepreneurship with their newfound skills. 

Whether you're interested in tiered cake decorating, a virtual cake decorating class, or in-person cake classes, Pretty Scrumptious has it all when you check our upcoming classes.

Mommy & Me Under the Sea 6/27
$80.00

Mommy & Me: Under the Sea Cake Decorating Class 🌊🧜🏾‍♀️

Join Pretty Scrumptious for a magical Mommy & Me cake decorating experience inspired by life under the sea! This hands-on class is designed for moms, dads, caregivers, and kids to laugh, bond, and create sweet memories together while decorating a beautiful ocean-themed cake.

No experience is needed. We’ll guide you step-by-step through fun beginner-friendly decorating techniques in a relaxed and creative environment.

One Ticket Includes

One adult + one child working together to decorate one cake.

What You’ll Create

Each pair will decorate their own under-the-sea themed cake featuring:

  • Ocean-inspired buttercream colors

  • Piped shell border

  • Buttercream seaweed details

  • Sprinkles & pearl decorations

  • Precut paper cake toppers including mermaid tails, shells, coral, and sea creatures

What’s Included

  • Pre-iced cake

  • Buttercream

  • Decorating tools

  • Precut cake toppers

  • Sprinkles & decorations

  • Bakery box for take-home

  • Goodie treats

Event Details

Date: Saturday, June 27th
Time: 2:30 PM
Location: 60 E Haines St, Philadelphia, PA
Recommended Ages: 3–14 years old

Perfect For

  • Mommy & Me outings ( not limited to just moms)

  • Family bonding time

  • Beginner decorators

  • Creative kids

  • Summer memories

  • Cute photo moments

Spots are limited, so reserve your seat early! We can’t wait to make waves with you 👩🏾‍🍳🎂🫧

Cake & Connect 6/22
$80.00

Cake & Connect: Garden Party Edition 🌸

Join Pretty Scrumptious for a beautiful morning of cake decorating, creativity, and connection at our Garden Party Edition of Cake & Connect.

This beginner-friendly class is perfect for anyone looking to learn elegant floral piping techniques in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Guests will decorate their own soft pink buttercream cake using delicate buttercream flowers, lavender piping, leaves, stems, floral accents, and textured grass borders inspired by a whimsical garden party.

No experience is needed. We’ll guide you step-by-step while you create a cake that’s both beautiful and Instagram-worthy.

What You’ll Learn

  • Floral piping techniques

  • Rosebuds & blooms

  • Lavender piping

  • Leaves & stems

  • Design placement & balance

What’s Included

  • One pre-iced cake per person

  • Buttercream

  • Decorating tools & materials

  • Step-by-step instruction

  • Practice worksheet

  • Bakery box for take-home

Event Details

Date: Monday, June 22nd
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: In The Kitchen
2004 Delmar Dr
Folcroft, PA 19032

Important Information

  • One person per ticket

  • One cake per person

  • All supplies provided

  • Recommended for beginners

Come decorate, connect, unwind, and create your soft life ✨

Spots are limited.

Our Classes & Workshops in Philadelphia

When you're seeking team building baking activities in Philadelphia, Pretty Scrumptious has a solution for just about everyone.

Taking our classes can make great fun for everyone when you want to host a cake decorating birthday party in Philadelphia.

Family & Youth

  • Mommy & Me (Love Bugs): A side-by-side decorating experience! You and your little one will work together to bring a fuzzy "Love Bug" cake to life. It’s the perfect way to bond while getting a little messy.

  • School Events: We bring the bakery to the classroom providing out of school time and many more opportunities! These sessions are designed to engage students in a hands-on, tactile environment that encourages creativity and patience.

Private & Social

  • Cake & Connect: An elevated social experience where the focus is on good vibes and great designs. Perfect for meeting new people or catching up with old friends.

  • Private Parties: From birthdays to bridal showers, our studio is available for private bookings. We provide all the tools and instruction; you just bring the guest list!

Where to find us

LocationsWe Serve

Whether you're looking for cake decorating classes in Bucks County or a surrounding community, Pretty Scrumptious will be there! We're proud to offer cake decorating courses across various neighborhoods in Philadelphia. This makes creative education much more accessible to those in the local community.

01

South Philadelphia

Our classes serve the South Philadelphia youth, families, and those seeking convenient, community-based experiences that are also creative. These sessions are designed to feel welcoming, local, and easily accessible.

02

West Philadelphia

Programs may partner with community organizations and/or schools in West Philadelphia. This makes sure structured, skill-building workshops that emphasize creativity and personal development.

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Center City Philadelphia

Courses are ideal for students, creatives, and professionals who want a structured workshop near Center City. These workshop experiences typically include both weekend and evening options for maximum flexibility.

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Northeast Philadelphia

We serve a wide and diverse community, which includes Northeast Philadelphia. Our classes provide accessible entry points for families and beginners alike from Northeast Philadelphia. Especially if you're interested in a more hands-on experience.

Who We Are

Our programs center creativity as a pathway to opportunity—helping participants develop transferable skills, explore entrepreneurship, and gain confidence through making, problem-solving, and self-expression. Whether working with youth, women, families, or community partners, we intentionally design experiences that meet learners where they are and encourage growth at every stage.

We believe creativity can open doors. By combining structured education, mentorship, and real-world skill-building, Pretty Scrumptious creates space for beginners to grow into confident creators and future entrepreneurs.

If you're interested in learning more about cake decorating techniques, or you're ready to sign up for cake decorating classes in Bryn Mawr, Pretty Scrumptious is the clear choice. To start your learning journey or to enhance your existing cake-decorating skills, sign up and register for one of our classes or workshops today.

  • Not at all! At Pretty Scrumptious, our classes are designed for all skill levels. Whether you’ve never picked up a piping bag or you’re a home baker looking to sharpen your skills, we provide step-by-step guidance so you leave with a cake you’re proud of.

A young girl wearing a chef's hat and apron piping pink frosting onto cupcakes, with an adult woman in the background also preparing baked goods.
A woman in a pink sweater decorating a heart-shaped cake with pink and white frosting.
A young boy wearing a chef's hat and apron, smiling and holding a piping bag filled with white frosting, in a cooking class with other children.
A person is decorating a green eagles jersey cake with a black and white number five on the front, using a edible marker, in a hands on cake classroom setting.

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