The Perfect Pearl

The Accent Series

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In this fun, beginner-friendly class, Dara will guide you step-by-step in creating beautiful fondant pearls that are soft, easy to work with, cheap to make, and perfect for customizing your cakes and cupcakes! No more hard sugar pearls that can break your teeth and bank—these fondant pearls are not only cost-effective but also deliciously soft. Plus, you can make them in any color you want!

Come unleash your pearl creativity and add a touch of elegance to your caking projects. Let’s make some pearl magic together!

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