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Who is this course for?
Discover the fun of creating characters and decorations from modelling paste. This practical three-week course will introduce you to the basic techniques used in sugarcraft modelling, from shaping and joining pieces to adding detail and personality. You’ll begin by creating a simple character or cake topper before developing your modelling skills and confidence through more detailed figures. In the final session, you’ll design and create your own original sugarcraft character.

Entry Requirements
There are no minimum entry requirements for this course.

What you will learn
Week 1 - Sugarcraft Modelling: Getting Started
Learn the basics of sugarcraft modelling, including how to shape and join modelling paste and use simple modelling tools to add detail.
You’ll create a cute character or simple cake topper using basic shapes and techniques, giving you the opportunity to practise the essential skills you’ll need for the rest of the course.
The college will provide:
- 250g white modelling paste per learner
- An 8-inch board
- Modelling tools and equipment

Week 2 - Sugarcraft Modelling: Characters & Figures
Develop your modelling skills by creating a more detailed character or figure. You’ll explore proportions, facial features, clothing, textures and other details that help bring a character to life.
You’ll learn how small changes in shape, position and detail can give your character its own personality and expression.

Week 3 - Sugarcraft Modelling: Create Your Own Character
Put your new modelling skills into practice and create your own original sugarcraft character.
You’ll plan your design, choose colours and decide how to use different modelling techniques to bring your character to life. You’ll then create a detailed finished figure suitable for use as a celebration cake topper or decoration.

No previous experience is needed.

How you will learn
You will gain knowledge via presentations, demonstrations, group discussions, question and answer sessions and practical exercises.

What will you need to bring
No additional resources are required.

How you will be assessed
Your tutor will provide valuable development feedback throughout the session.

Where next?
We have a range of sugarcraft skills courses that you can progress onto. Please see our web listings for further details.

What we expect from you
You are required to attend every session. The minimum required attendance for this course is 85%. Anything below this attendance will be reviewed by the Curriculum Development Manager and you may be withdrawn from the course and the outstanding course fees will still be payable. Please see our terms and conditions for more information.

Havering Adult College requires its learners and staff to uphold the following good behaviour principles:

-Act in a way that would not upset or offend others
- Treat all staff and all other learners with respect at all times
- Use appropriate language and not make remarks likely to offend; either verbally, in writing on or via social media
- Attend regularly and arrive on time
- If you are unable to attend or arrive on time, you must inform us by emailing your teacher or phoning 01708 434955 option 1, option 2
- Follow Health and Safety guidelines for the venue and those specifically related to the course you are attending
- Turn off mobile phones whilst in class (except in an emergency)
- Actively promote British values