02/06/2026
π» Tuesday Spotlight: Sugar Sunflowers by Cake by the Ocean
From petal to masterpiece β here's how I create a handmade sugar sunflower like the one on this beautiful summer-themed cake!
π» Step 1: Colour flower paste with vibrant sunflower yellow and shape each individual petal by hand.
π» Step 2: Vein and thin the edges of every petal to create a realistic, natural look.
π» Step 3: Allow petals to dry with gentle movement and curves, giving the flower its lifelike appearance.
π» Step 4: Create the textured sunflower centre using edible modelling paste and dust with shades of brown and black for depth.
π» Step 5: Assemble the petals layer by layer around the centre, building the flower from the inside out.
π» Step 6: Add hand-crafted sugar leaves and finish with edible dusts to bring the flower to life.
π» Step 7: Place the completed sunflower onto the cake and surround it with delicate sugar daisies for a stunning summer garden effect.
β¨ Every sugar flower is made petal by petal, taking hours of careful work to create a keepsake-quality edible decoration. It's one of my favourite ways to add a touch of sunshine to a celebration cake!
Cake by the Ocean
Creating edible art, one petal at a time. πππ»