PhDserts

I have been decorating cakes since 2008. I discovered my passion during my graduate studies at the University of Florida. Ironically, I was pursuing a Ph.D. in biomedical research, studying obesity. As a stress reliever, I began by taking Wilton Method courses at Michael’s Craft Stores and was offered a teaching position the month after I finished the courses. Because my thirst for knowledge is not easily quenched, I scoured the public library shelves for cake decorating books and learned more advanced techniques, like extension work and gum paste flowers, on my own. I thrive in competition, and have won four Best of Shows, eight 1st Places, one 2nd Place, two 3rd Place, one Decorators’ Choice, and two Crowd’s Favorite prizes. I has been published in many magazines, including the American Cake Decorating Magazine, Mailbox News, DIY Weddings, and the International Cake Exploration Society (ICES) newsletter. In a rigorous 8-hour skills exam in August 2013, I earned the prestigious title of Certified Master Sugar Artist (CMSA), which is held by only a few dozen others worldwide.

When I am not elbow-deep in buttercream, I enjoys being a Mommy to my daughters Mikaela and Hailee. I am also proud to be a baker for Icing Smiles, a nonprofit organization that provides custom celebration cakes and other treats to families impacted by the critical illness of a child.

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