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The Sugarcraft JunkiesA round up and look forwardThis month we catch up on all the bits we meant to tell you about last year , and our plans going forward.Ones to WatchMaiko_sweetveilMimles. Mimi ChoiBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Its an easy way to support our show.Cake flixLissie Lou
2025-01-1755 minThe Sugarcraft JunkiesThe one where Sam went to Cake International and saw nothing!This month we bring you very little in the way of news from Sam's trip to Cake International!Ones to Watch:NightWitchsCakesBenjaminShineStudioSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-sugarcraft-junkies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-111h 08The Sugarcraft JunkiesE Numbers and dietary requirementsIts episode 56 and this month we talk about E Numbers and dietary requirements. We have some requests for online shops to make the shopping process easier for customers, and struggle to find anything new being launched before Cake International. Ones to watchLuscious Land , Fariba SavariThe Sweet Impact, Robert LucasBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if...
2024-11-131h 05The Sugarcraft JunkiesColour Theory Part 2Welcome to part 2 of colour theory hopefully with some practical applications you can use!Ones to WatchLima CakesHelga StentzelBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Its an easy way to support our show.Cake flixLissie LouSupport this show http://supporter.acast.co...
2024-10-091h 21The Sugarcraft JunkiesColour Theory Part 1Apologies - There is some background noise in this episode that wasn't there when we recorded, and we haven't been able to remove it all. September's episode is all about Colour Theory. It's a big topic and we didn't have time for everything, so part 2 next month!Ones to WatchArt Pete RepeatArt 2 Eat CakesBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - Teemill
2024-09-1158 minThe Sugarcraft JunkiesAI cakesThis month we're talking AI cakes - share your thoughts on them with us! We'd love to hear themOnes to WatchJames ChapmanLittle Cherry Cake coBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Its an easy way to support our show.Cake flixLissie Lou...
2024-08-141h 18The Sugarcraft JunkiesCake CarvingCake carving is this months topic - do you enjoy carved cakes or are they your nemesis?Ones to WatchButtersweet Sugar ArtTDeiningerBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Its an easy way to support our show.Cake flixLissie LouSupport this show ht...
2024-07-111h 19The Sugarcraft JunkiesBranch tables & BSG SE Area showThis month we talk branch tables at the recent South East Area show in Ardingly, and a quick overview if the day.Ones to WatchWhat Willy CookThe Squeaky MixerBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Its an easy way to support our show.Cake flixLi...
2024-06-121h 25The Sugarcraft JunkiesInspirationThis month we're being inspired by other crafts. Do you dabble in other creative hobbies that inspire an inform your cake design? Ones to WatchBayt Al FannThe Bottle SwapBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Its an easy way to support our show.Cake fl...
2024-05-0843 minThe Sugarcraft JunkiesReviewsThis month we are talking about reviews. Do you leave them? Do you ask for them? Do you share them? Ones to WatchThe CaketoonistAndrew Scott ArtBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Its an easy way to support our show.Cake flixLissie Lo...
2024-04-101h 04The Sugarcraft JunkiesPalm oilHappy 4th birthday to us! Episode 48 marks 4 years since our 1st release in 2020 🎂🎉As there have been a number of palm oil free sugarpaste launched lately, this month we're talking palm oil. And it's been rather hard to find out which sugarpaste companies are using what. Ones to WatchThe SeamButter BlossomsBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commis...
2024-03-131h 22The Sugarcraft JunkiesLooking after your healthThis month is about the cheery topic of injuries, and what if anything you can do to prevent them.Ones to WatchMend Your HeadDaya MicroartBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Feel free to shop another way.Cake flixLissie LouSupport this show ht...
2024-02-131h 28The Sugarcraft Junkies2024 Happy New Year!Welcome to 2024! This month we take a quick look back over 2023 and share our plans for the forthcoming year One to watchRyan DaleSophie MessBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Feel free to shop another way.Cake flixLissie LouSupport this show http...
2024-01-101h 19The Sugarcraft JunkiesReviewing our CI buysWe're reporting back on last month's buys at Cake International, and have started recording on a new platform called Podcastle, as Zencastr have stopped their free platform and wanted a minimum of $216/year for the pleasure! If you have any comments on the sound quality please let us know via IG or email us thesugarcraftjunkies@gmail.comOnes to WatchPolar PlaygroundTanggemianhuatangBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size ra...
2023-12-131h 09The Sugarcraft JunkiesEverything Cake International.....and more!This month we chatted everything about Cake International. Were you there too?Ones to watch:https://www.instagram.com/sugarinuk/https://www.instagram.com/jamescookartwork/Buy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Feel free to shop another way.Cake flixLissie LouSupport this sh...
2023-11-111h 38The Sugarcraft Junkiesdelays!Sorry, today's episode is delayed but will be out soon, we promise xSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-sugarcraft-junkies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-0800 minThe Sugarcraft JunkiesSpecial EffectsFor October we are talking about special effects for cakes, have you tried any?Ones to watch:You Can Call Me Sweetie, Sandie BeltranKuronushiBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Feel free to shop another way.Cake flixLissie LouSupport this show http://su...
2023-10-111h 20The Sugarcraft JunkiesWedding Season - what went right, or more importantly, wrong!We're back after a summer break with a run down of Sam's wedding season. Has she learned anything worth sharing? Well, yes thankfully, otherwise we'd have had to re record with another topic :)New thingsKake and Cupcakery order book by Yvonne from the Adventures in Kakeland podcastSugarflair Colourflex oil based coloursNatalie Porter dusting brushesZoes Fancy Cakes modelling bookPre order : With Love and Buttercream book by Bronya Seifert from the Business of Cake Making PodcastHobbycraft icingFlavour...
2023-09-131h 20The Sugarcraft JunkiesGadgets and TechnologyAre you a sucker for a gadget? This month we are discussing all the gadgets we've bought and loved, and those we've regretted and left on the shelf.Ones to Watch:Matt BernsteinScott DowBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUSA Store Teepublic (larger size range)Affiliate LinksWe get a commission if you buy after clicking through these links. Feel free to shop another way.Cake flix...
2023-07-111h 08The Sugarcraft JunkiesPackagingEpisode 40 - we've reached a new milestone! Thanks for joining us on this journey.This month we talk packaging, and have a quick look back at how (if!) things have improved since we had our Sustainability bumper edition a few years ago.Don't forget to tag us if you do any of the ideas in any of our episodes.Ones to WatchThe Ascot Milliner, Viv Jenner.April Julian CakesBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store...
2023-06-141h 10The Sugarcraft JunkiesJob decsription of a pro cake makerWelcome friends to episode 39. We both wrote our job description and were rather shocked how much it involved. Have you tried to write yours? Its quite the list!Ones to watch:Ruby PermanNims FruitsBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUsa Store Teepublic (larger size range)Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-sugarcraft-junkies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-101h 18The Sugarcraft JunkiesHappy 3rd Birthday to us with The Business of Cake Making PodcastHappy 3rd birthday to us! To celebrate, we have teamed up with The Business of Cake Making podcast to do a bumper episode. This is Part 1. Part 2 will be released on the Business of Cake Making on 24th April. Enjoy!Here's all the links:The Business of Cake MakingDaisy Cake CompanyUp to:SylviaNew things:Adventures in Kakeland podcastSquires Kitchen re brandPatchwork cutter demo daysMolly Robbins Cake sandwichesFractal...
2023-04-121h 38The Sugarcraft JunkiesComplaintsIts episode 37, and this month Sam and Erica talk dealing with complaints.Ones to Watch:Josh Gluckstein Angela PentaBuy our t shirts! These are print on demand services.UK store - TeemillUsa Store Teepublic (larger size range)Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-sugarcraft-junkies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-081h 26The Sugarcraft JunkiesRecipesThis month we are talking recipes. Do you experiment with new flavours or stick to what you know? Let us know your faves and go to recipes!Up to:HamiltonSchool of WokThe Wing Shuffle Spectacular by Revel PucksSea Turtle cake tutorial, The Cake Illusionist. Hannah Edwards-SinghMona Whitton stained glass artistNew stuff:Cake and cookie planner digital stickersOlbaa treat boxesGood Gosh Ganache shop closingSam's easter basket class
2023-02-081h 07The Sugarcraft Junkies2022 Round UpOn this episode , we take a look back at the highs and lows of 2022, and bring you the usual new launches, and 2 new Ones to Watch.New things9 new Colour Mill shadesThe Cake Art podcast by Christina ArevaloUp toMerry Pinkmas @ Selfie Factory, the O2.Bedbury PineatumThe Bull, Tycehurst2022 Round upClasses - The Cake Professionals conference & Ben the Cake ManPurchases - logo from Fiverr & Chibu London cake carriersProduct...
2023-01-1154 minThe Sugarcraft JunkiesCake HolidaysThis month as we share our experiences of cake holidays.Up ToMy Neighbour Totoro https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2022/event/royal-shakespeare-company-my-neighbour-totoroCake International https://www.cakeinternational.co.uk/New StuffDinkydoodle structure kits https://www.dinkydoodle.co.uk/shop-2Zoes Fancy cakes & Silvia Mancini hair moulds https://zoesfancycakes.co.uk/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct&q=hair*+mould*Skin texture mat Carla Puig https://zoesfancycakes.co.uk/products/carla-puig-skin-texturizer-mouldLiz Ungless veiners and floral cutters https://www.sugardesign.co...
2022-12-141h 19The Sugarcraft JunkiesTravelling with cakesTravelling with cakes can present many challenges. This month we discuss our very different experiences, and preferred methods to keep the stress levels low!Up ToSecret Cinema https://www.secretcinema.org/Spa Valley Railway murder mystery https://www.spavalleyrailway.co.uk/product.php/271/murder-mystery-fish-chip-supperNew StuffNude Cakes https://nudecakes.co.uk/Amelies Kitchen Stencils https://amelies-kitchen.co.uk/cake-stencil-shop/Evil Cake Genius Stands https://evilcakegenius.com/ecg-essential-cake-stand-antique-bronze-large.htmlLissie Lou Online Cake School...
2022-11-091h 30
The Sugarcraft JunkiesSupporting your communityThis episode we investigate ways you can support your community. Times are getting tougher. Is your business in a position to help?There are a load of new releases again, and we also have 2 more great ones to watch, so settle down and get your notepad ready!Up toIndian Essence https://indianessence.co.uk/Natalie Porter https://immaculateconfections.co.uk/New stuffSweet sticks xmas stencils https://www.sweetsticks.com.au/collections/sweet-saver-bundles/products/sweet-saver-all-stencils-christmas-bundleEvil cake genius icing sheets https://evilcakegenius...
2022-10-051h 18
The Sugarcraft JunkiesInspirationIts been a very busy summer, so this is a bumper edition! This month we are talking about inspiration and where we get ours from. Enjoy!!Up toOutdoor cinema Thamesmead https://www.thamesmeadtravellingcinema.com/events/Lesnes Abbey Woods https://www.lesnesabbeywoods.orgTT Liquor https://ttliquor.co.ukMuseum of the Home (was called The Geffrye Museum) https://www.museumofthehome.org.ukNew StuffCake and Bake show https://www.thecakeandbakeshow.co.ukShow film first - for free tickets...
2022-09-071h 25
The Sugarcraft JunkiesJudging at Sugarcraft competitions with Trudy GillardWelcome to Episode 30! We are very lucky to have Trudy Gillard as our guest this month. Trudy is a judge for the British Sugarcraft Guild, and gives us a peek of what that involves and some tips for us competitors too. As described in the show, we had some problems getting our recording software to work properly, so Trudy couldn’t hear Sam while we were recording. Thank you Trudy for all your time and agreeing to record this twice in an effort to make it work!!Up ToUzumaki https://www.uzumakilondon.co...
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The Sugarcraft JunkiesPainting on CakesWelcome to Episode 29! Painting on cakes is the topic this month. Have you tried it? And have you found your own style? Or tried to replicate someone else’s? Sam and Erica discuss their various attempts, have 2 more great ones to watch, and catch you up on all that’s happened in their lives and the cake world this month.Up ToCakes by Jane Taylor https://www.taylormadecakecourses.com/about/Uk Boy champs / Undisputed https://www.bboychamps.com/Dear Evan Hansen https://dearevanhansen.com/london/Superbloom https://www.h...
2022-07-121h 23
The Sugarcraft JunkiesBritish Sugarcraft Guild Region 8 Show ReviewDoes anyone ever read the show notes? Or is this just a diary entry for us to jog our memories? On this episode we are re capping the BSG Region 8 Sugarcraft Show, which was held at Ardingly on 21st May. If you fancy going to the next one, its in 2 years…..Happy listening!Up toDream Machine https://www.woolwich.works/dreamachineChibu cake carrying box https://www.chibulondon.com/shopNew thingsEvil Cake Genius Stay Put Stencils https://evi...
2022-06-081h 23
The Sugarcraft JunkiesAirbrushingThis month we talk airbrushing. We've got some new products and 2 more cracking ones to watch and hayfever all round. Enjoy!New thingsSweet stamp aprons https://www.sweetstamp.online/collections/apron-baking-toolsBaking brothers baking elixir & Cake perfecting gel https://www.cake-stuff.com/item/21136/BakingBrothers/BAKING-ELIXIR-500ml.html\Lissie Lou centre point dowel template https://lissielou.com/collections/centre-hole-guideLissie Lou 14” metal scrapers https://lissielou.com/products/style-14-metal-double-edged-cake-scraperKaren Portaleo Onmi colours - to be released.Roxy and Rich E171 fr...
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The Sugarcraft JunkiesAll the gear but no idea..... Isomalt!Join Sam and Erica as they faff their way through their isomalt experiences!New thingsKaren Davis Farm Faces mould https://karendaviessugarcraft.co.uk/product/pig-farm-faces-mould/Evil cake genius botanical stencils https://evilcakegenius.com/botanical-stencil-collectionIs it cake, Netflix https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81333845Region 8 show https://www.bsgregion8se.org/region-8-exhibition-2022. Marvellous moulds pinch pro pearls https://marvelousmolds.com/shop/pinchpro-molds/pinchpro-pearls/Katy Sue Union Jack alphabet https://katysuedesigns.com/collections/silicone-moulds/products/union-jack-alphabet-numbers-and-crowns-silicone-mould-bundleUp to...
2022-04-131h 12
The Sugarcraft JunkiesCommunityThis month we are talking about community. Who do you have to support you and celebrate your wins? And do they need to be local?Up toCass Art https://www.cassart.co.ukThe book of dust, La Belle SauvageKaws @ The Serpentine Gallery https://www.serpentinegalleries.org/whats-on/acute-art-presents-kaws-new-fiction/New StuffD’Licious Mag https://www.dlicious-cakes.co.uk/magazineMycusini 2.0 https://www.cake-stuff.com/browse/b-mycusini-272Karen Davis afternoon tea mould https://karendaviessugarcraft.co.uk/product/afternoon-tea-mould/Th...
2022-03-091h 18
The Sugarcraft JunkiesA Chat with Robert HaynesWe’re back after having January off. And kicking off 2022 we are starting on a high with a wonderful guest, Robert Haynes of Sugar Flower Studio. Its an extra long episode to make up for nothing in January, because, like us, Robert likes to talk :) We hope you enjoy it, its great to be back!Up toMatthew Bourne, The Nutcracker @ Sadlers Wells https://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/matthew-bournes-nutcracker/Backyard Cinema https://backyardcinema.co.ukSnow Centre, Hemel Hempstead https://www.thesnowcentre.com/One Sweet Ch...
2022-02-091h 58
The Sugarcraft JunkiesPhoto shootsIts the last episode of 2021, and what a year it's been! This month we are talking cake photo shoots, the pros and cons, and how to get into the scene.Up toSteel Warriors callisthenics https://www.steelwarriors.co.uk/New StuffDinkydoodle dust colours https://www.dinkydoodle.co.uk/product-page/edible-metallic-dusts-full-setCake Illusionist merch and tools https://thecakeillusionist.co.uk/product-category/merchandise/Sweet sticks paint powders https://sweetsticks.com.au/product-category/paint-powders/Miss Biscuit compostable cookie bags https://www.missbiscuit.com.au...
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The Sugarcraft JunkiesBooksIt’s November and this month we are looking back through our collection of cake decorating books. Find out what we bought first, our oldest books and all the memories they bring back. Up to The London Bridge experience https://www.thelondonbridgeexperience.com/ The Bridge https://scannersinc.com/core-events/the-bridge/ Region 8 BSG show @ Ardingly https://bsguk.org/ardingly/ &Juliet the musical https://www.andjulietthemusical.co.uk/ Bramble sky rectangle cake hoop https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/662405632/rectangle-hoop-sold-individually-bases?ref=shop_home_active_106 New stuff Su...
2021-11-101h 11
The Sugarcraft JunkiesSugarpasteIn a slight change from the advertised episode, we are talking about sugarpaste this month. What ones do you use? What do you want to try? How would better product descriptions help us shop smarter? And why are there so few nut free / Fairtrade / palm oil free options in a market with so many sugarpastes? Head over to our instagram to share your thoughts.Up toAerial staycation https://www.flyingfantastic.co.uk/courses-classes/aerial-staycation-1-week-14/Hilton Bankside https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/lonsbhi-hilton-london-bankside/rooms/New stuff
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The Sugarcraft JunkiesAllergens & Natasha's LawAhead of Natasha's Law coming into force in the UK from this October, Sam and Erica start to get their heads round the legislation, discuss how they address allergens in their business and how Sam is coping with COVID!New ThingsMollys Creature creator mini https://www.mollyscreaturecreator.com/store-2Sweet sticks paint your own kits https://sweetsticks.com.au/product-category/pyo-packs/Sweet sticks Platinum gold https://sweetsticks.com.au/product/platinum-gold-15ml/Buttercream Petals by Neetha Syam https://www.searchpress.com/book/9781782218241/buttercream-petalsMona Lisa...
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The Sugarcraft JunkiesWeddingsWedding season is upon us, and with lockdown easing across the UK, many postponed weddings will actually be going ahead this summer. We've got a round up of all the usual, and are churning out business ideas like they're going out of fashion. Find out who is inspiring us this month, and what potential purchase has got our attention.New ThingsSweet sticks lustre brush https://sweetsticks.com.au/product/lustre-brush-14/Progel baby pink, lilac and baby blue https://www.rainbowdust.co.uk/product/progel.htmlSquires Kitchen metallic lustre...
2021-08-111h 09The Sugarcraft JunkiesCookies and BiscuitsHello! How are you? It's about time we asked :) Episode 18 is all about cookies and biscuits. They are definitely back in fashion, and great for a fun project, celebrations of any size or a unique gift. Join Erica and Sam as they discuss their time making cookies - Sam will tell you about her experiment freezing cookies with edible prints on. Meanwhile Erica will give you a good idea of how to store your cookies. Find out who are our Ones to Watch in the world of sugarcraft and catch up on the latest trends and products to hit...
2021-07-1453 minThe Sugarcraft JunkiesWhen Cake Goes WrongWhen Cake Goes Wrong! Sounds dramatic doesn't it. Sometimes it is, but usually its just really annoying and frustrating. Share our pain and laugh at our mishaps, as we discuss our cake failures. The UK is coming out of lockdown so we've actually done things that involve leaving the house, and theres' a load of new stuff and ones to watch too.New ThingsKaren Davis fringing mould https://karendaviessugarcraft.co.uk/product/fringe-mould/Karen Davis Palm Spear mould https://karendaviessugarcraft.co.uk/product/palm-spear-mould/Moreish wafer Paper sprays and...
2021-06-091h 12The Sugarcraft JunkiesAdapting to ChangeWelcome to episode 16! This month is all about embracing change, aka, adapting to the challenges of pandemic. In the UK things are starting to open up again so now is the time to decide what we want to keep and needs to go. We have a quick round up of latest new products and 2 more fab Ones to Watch for you to check out.New ThingsMolly Coppini Sugarpaste coming soon.Mollys Fast Figures https://www.mollyscreaturecreator.com/fastfiguresRobert Haynes Billy Balls mould https://www.sugarflowerstudio.co.uk/product...
2021-05-121h 02
The Sugarcraft JunkiesEntering CompetitionsSpring has sprung, its April, and this month we are talking about entering competitions. If the brighter days are helping you feel motivated why not challenge yourself and enter this year? In this episode, Sam and Erica discuss the competition pieces they have made, how they did and their lessons learned, as well as rounding up all the sugarcraft competitions in the coming months. We hope you enjoy listening!New ThingsKaren Davies Macrame mould https://karendaviessugarcraft.co.uk/product/macrame-mould/Karen Portaleo oil paints https://sugarinuk.com/edible-artist-oil-paints-by-karen-portaleo-25-c.asp...
2021-04-141h 07The Sugarcraft JunkiesButtercreamWell, February has flown by hasn’t it! This month we are talking Buttercream. Yummm! We have two great ones to watch, to inspire you and lift your spirits during lockdown, and a round-up of all the new things coming to market too. New ThingsIncrEDIBLE paints – Evil Cake Genius https://evilcakegenius.com/search/?q=incrEDIBLESquires Kitchen geranium hand sanitiser https://www.squires-shop.com/product/geranium-hand-sanitiser-gelSquires Kitchen Neonz paste colour https://www.squires-shop.com/search/neonzRobert Haynes Petal Dusts https://www.facebook.com/RobertHaynesSugarReflectionsOfNaturesPerfection/photos/pcb.37...
2021-03-101h 06The Sugarcraft JunkiesA year in podcastingCan you believe it’s been a year since we started The Sugarcraft Junkies? Neither can we. In this episode we recap our lessons learned in the first year and how we went about starting the podcast, in case any of you fancy giving it a bash too. There LOADS of new stuff (at last!) and although the national lockdown continues, we have actually done a few news worthy things. Thanks for being with us on our first year, we hope you have enjoyed it as much as we have.New ThingsDinkydoodle Champagne drip ht...
2021-02-101h 10The Sugarcraft JunkiesSustainability , Part 2We are back with our first show of 2021! Much like 2021 seems to be carrying on the same as 2020 ended, this month we are carrying on with our sustainability chat, from episode 11. If you haven’t listened to Part One, we suggest listening to that first, as this is the second half of that conversation. Episode 12 features Sam’s Christmas mishaps and Erica’s Christmas cake disasters, along with all our regular features, and as always, we bring you two more exciting Ones To Watch.New ThingsEvil Cake Genius feather stencil https://evilcakegenius.com/catalog/produc...
2021-01-131h 05The Sugarcraft JunkiesSustainability, part 1Hello cake friends! Its our last episode of 2020 and this month we are talking sustainability. What can we recycle? What do we want from manufacturers? What can you do that makes a difference but doesn't cost loads of money? We talked for flipping ages so we have split this over two episodes, this is part one. Part two will be in January 2021.Wishing you all a peaceful Christmas and a happy and healthy 2021.What we’re up toJoJo + Gran Gran https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m000ghpx/jojo-gran-gran...
2020-12-091h 22The Sugarcraft JunkiesThe Lindy Smith One!!!Its episode 10, and to celebrate reaching double figures we have a brilliant guest....the one and only Lindy Smith! Lindy is one of Erica and Sam's long time cake heroes, so to have her on the podcast was a real honour and dead exciting. Prepare to be inspired. We recorded this episode remotely, and are relieved to say we have now found a great platform, so our sound quality is a million times better than during the first UK lockdown.What we’re up toSam’s Halloween photoshoot https://www.instagram.com/p/CG64...
2020-11-111h 01The Sugarcraft JunkiesDiversity in the Cake IndustryOctober is Black History Month in the UK, so we thought we’d talk about diversity in the Cake Industry. It’s a massive subject and we only really have time here to skim the surface. Where are we falling down, what could we do better, and who should have a higher profile than they do? With the big cake show Cake International moving online this year, there hasn’t been much in the way of new things, but Sam and Erica have plenty of ideas for products scattered across the episode! If you do take any of these produc...
2020-10-141h 01The Sugarcraft JunkiesThe Website and Social Media one!It's Episode 8 already! This month Sam and Erica discuss their experiences creating and maintaining websites and the ups and downs of promoting your business on social media. We have 2 great new ones to watch and there's some great new products coming out this month too that really are filling a gap in the market. We have also hit upon a great remote recording platform so our interviews going forward will be much better quality sound wise. Hurrah!New thingsKinkyCurlyCookie Co – Black Girl Magic cookie cutters https://brightoncutters.com/products/kinky-curly-cookie-co-black-girl-magic-setKinkyCurlyCookie co...
2020-09-091h 02The Sugarcraft JunkiesAll Things Publishing, with Joanne GarwellEpisode 7 – All Things Publishing with Joanne GarwellIts episode 7 already! This month we talk to Joanne Garwell from Cake Decoration and Sugarcraft magazine. If you’ve ever wanted to get your work published, get paid to write tutorials or just want to know how running a magazine works, stay tuned. We have a load of exciting new products for you, dare we mention the Christmas word in August?! Plus two more excellent Ones to Watch. Links for all the stuff we mention are below. Our thanks to Jo for giving up her time to speak to us....
2020-08-121h 06The Sugarcraft JunkiesThe Sugarcraft Junkies with Zoe's Fancy CakesJoin Sam and Erica, as they finally get to socially distance in Sam's back garden to record part of this episode! We are also really excited to bring you our first interview! And who else would we want to chat to but Zoe Hopkinson from Zoe's Fancy Cakes. She chats to us about how she got into the businesses, her You Tube videos, and the new things she's been up to!As usual we have a look at what is new out on the sugarcraft market, and of course our Ones to Watch.What...
2020-07-081h 00The Sugarcraft JunkiesStarting a Cake BusinessWelcome to Episode 5! This month we discuss starting our cake businesses, opening and closing a cake shop, the pitfalls of buying formers on Ebay, and much more.What does registering with the council actually involve? How scary are the Environmental Health inspections? How should you design your logo? We've got loads of new stuff to chat about too. We splashed out on a new USB microphone so the sound quality will be better while we are still recording over Zoom. Sam can now spend a little less time editing, adjusting the sound levels, and little more time running? Well...
2020-06-101h 18The Sugarcraft JunkiesCopyright, Fakes and DesignWelcome to episode 4, our second podcast recorded in isolation. We seem to be getting to grips with the sound levels while recording in different homes, hurrah! This month we talk about Copyright, design and fakes, which has been a hot topic in the cake world lately. We've got new stuff from FMM, Katy Sue, PME, Sugar and Crumbs and more, and of course our ones to watch. Let's get started!What we’re up toCouch to 5k https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/couch-to-5k-week-by-week/Pinwheel workshop https://www.facebook.com/gra...
2020-05-131h 09The Sugarcraft JunkiesStarting off in SugarcraftIn this episode we talk about what we bought when we started in Sugarcraft, what we would re-buy, what was a waste of time plus all our regular features. Please excuse the sound quality. We are in quarantine to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and had to record over Zoom without our microphones. Things are changing quickly so items mentioned in this episode may have been cancelled, rescheduled or updated since we recorded. This episode may also be quieter than normal.New stuffKaren Davis moulds https://karendaviessugarcraft.co.uk/product-category/moulds/Dawn...
2020-04-0857 minThe Sugarcraft JunkiesThe Sugarcraft Junkies talk royal icing and more...Episode 2: Piping bags and great tips - well maybe!Join Sam and Erica this month as they discuss and review some of the latest new products, They chat about the Cake Professionals conference, how Sam didn't chip a nail! But matches Erica's car!! Royal icing is the hot topic - where exactly did it start? What can it be used for? Where can you go and find yourself a class? Just how do you explain cushion work? Easy! A bag of lattice crisps of course! And how do you get confused between Jane Asher and Julia...
2020-03-1156 minThe Sugarcraft JunkiesIntroducing The Sugarcraft JunkiesJoin Sam and Erica each month as they take the podcasting world by their piping bags and fumble their way through the world of sugarcraft, This is a podcast for home bakers, professionals and everyone in between. We will be reviewing the latest products, talking about trends, sharing tips and techniques and whats generally going on in the world.This podcast is hosted by Sam Hamer from Cake Innovations and Erica Fernando from Little Whisk Cakes, who came together to form the Sugarcraft Junkies.Episode 1 : Who are yer?Find out a bit...
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