Gingerbread House Decorating Class in Anoka, MN!

Interested in learning more about building and decorating gingerbread houses?! Sweet C's is here to help! In this 1.5-hour class, we'll cover the basics to gingerbread (so – yes, it’s beginner friendly!), do some piping practice with Royal Icing, talk about how to strategize the best ways to decorate gingerbread, and cover the general concepts around dough and icing! Everything you'll need is provided in class along with a live in-person instructor – just bring a smile). You'll leave class with a great understanding of the basics of gingerbread plus a few cool techniques we'll cover in class! More details on refunds, things to bring, cancelations, and FAQs are below - looking forward to having you with us.

We provide everything you will need from cookies, icing, sprinkles, and a box to take your awesome creations home in - we just need YOU! Each to-be-baker gets a prebuilt gingerbread house, 3 icing colors, sprinkles, and all the tools necessary to knock this cookie class out of the park! Everything is prepped right before class – so no baking or icing mixing required. Just decorate!

Please be on time so we can have enough time to decorate and answer along the way. Come by yourself, bring your best friend, or bring the family - we have seating for up to 12 people! It's a blast whether you're coming with a friend, family member, or solo!

This class is good for ages 8 and up, but if you'd like to leave the kiddos at home, purchase an add-on kit (more on that below)! The kits are great for kids at home, plus - we'll send you the class guide so you can teach them yourself!

We will have a dessert board and beverages to snack and sip on during your class.

What will I be doing in the class? Besides having the most fun ever?

We will be going over some cookie facts, decorating techniques and you will be decorating your very own set of cookies that you will take home with you that day.

Can I purchase an additional take-home kit?

Yes! Many parents or practicing cookiers purchase additional class kits to take home and re-do the classes. You can purchase an add-on kit during check-out. Your kit will be available at the end of your class - so don't forget it! If you’re skipping class and just ordering the kit – swing by anytime during class to sneak in and pick it up – it’ll be labeled with your name!

Do I need to know how to bake?

Nope! No baking experience required. We will have the cookies pre-made for you along with the icing already mixed and colored. Have a little decorating experience under your belt… er… apron? Come on too! I can help with questions on icing mixing and dough spread!

What will we learn in class?

You’ll learn what goes into preparing royal icing, the value of different icing consistencies – we’ll touch on tips and tricks to make your cookies look even better than they taste (and they taste good)! You’ll also learn different decorating techniques depending on the class theme such as marbling, outlining, wet-on-wet, brush embroidery, and painting. Or hey – go off script and make your own designs – it’s your class!

What do I need to bring?

Nothing but a smile! Everything will be provided for you including my (rather tasty) sugar cookies. All you need to do is join us and have fun! Messy decorator? You can bring your own apron or just wear easy-to-wash clothing. There is a PowerPoint for reference, so if you wear glasses, we'd encourage you to bring them as well. Oh – and bring your phone – I love photos!

What age is best for cookie classes?

Our classes are for almost any age! From youngsters to grandparents - come on in and have some cookie fun with us! Our in-person classes are great for any age; however, kiddos under 15 will need a parent taking the class as well. If you think your child may be too young to enjoy the in-person class, purchase an additional take-home kit! We'll send you the class PowerPoint, and you can teach your kids in the comfort of your own home.

Can I just my child take the class?

We ask that all parents also attend the classes with their children under 15. For children over 15, you can drop off your child to take the class and return to pick-up in 1.5 hours. Due to space restrictions, we do not have room for parents to stand by and watch their children in class. So unfortunately, your adorable kiddo cannot take the class alone. A parent must also purchase a ticket and take the class as well - but I promise you this - it's super fun for all involved!

What will I bring home?

By the end of the class, you will have created a set of gorgeous cookies ready to dry for 24 - 48 hours in their own box. I’ll send you an Amazon link with a list of the tools we used in class so that you can recreate these cookies at home. And of course, you’ll have new skills, memories, and fun!

Can I sign up as an individual or as a group?

You can sign up either as an individual, with a friend, or with a whole group. The more the merrier! We are limited to a total of 14 seats per class, so definitely sign-up ASAP! Where are the classes located? This class will be held at The Hub in Anoka, MN.

I signed up for a class but can't make it?

:( We understand that life happens so that’s why we allow you to cancel up to 10 days before the class. You can always transfer your spot to a friend though (and what a nice friend you are). Any cancelation after the 10 days will roll you into the next upcoming class.

Allergens: Eggs, gluten, and Dairy. We are proudly peanut free but do carry tree nuts in our kitchen used to bake these cookies and icing. Please consider your allergies before registering.

Processing Fees: Your ticket price includes your processing fees; however, the Eventbrite platform does not refund its fees. If you cancel your ticket for a refund, we'll give you a refund less the processing fee - since we don't get this back either. Eventbrite keeps it regardless of whether you show up or cancel. :(

We have to cancel: While we hope it never happens, we must discuss cancellations on our end. If we need to cancel due to an emergency or because we don't hit the class minimum of 5 attendees, we will issue you a class credit that can be used for 1 year from the purchase date. But hey, let's just hope that never happens!

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