Design notes: one sugar lily, a clear focal pointA close reading of real lily cake LI·01: a large pink flower, a pale surface and small pearl details. Use the composition to prepare your own brief.ReadThe journal
Design studies
Explore design studies through real Cumilla’s Cake photographs, practical questions and thoughtful design guides. Confirm your own cake details with Mari.
Design notes: one sugar lily, a clear focal pointA close reading of real lily cake LI·01: a large pink flower, a pale surface and small pearl details. Use the composition to prepare your own brief.Read
Design notes: mountains, pine trees and a personal lineStudy real painted cake HP·06: blue mountains, green foreground and a short message. Explore how a clear subject can make a cake feel personal.Read
Design notes: gingham, piping and a vintage heartLook closely at real vintage cake VI·03: a pink grid, heart outline and repeated borders. Learn which details to prioritise in your own cake brief.Read
Design notes: red roses, gold details and an anniversary lineStudy real anniversary cake AN·10: strong red floral clusters, a pale background and gold lettering. Build a meaningful brief from a few clear choices.ReadLet’s make your cake
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