{"product_id":"9780544765351","title":"Maggie Austin Cake: Artistry and Technique","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eStunning cake designs and technique how-tos from top cake artist Maggie Austin\u003c\/b\u003e A former ballerina, Maggie Austin turned to baking when an injury ended her dancing career—and has since become one of today’s most sought-after cake artists, serving celebrity clients and even royalty around the world. Her design hallmarks are instantly recognizable to the legions of fans who follow her work: ethereal frills, dreamy watercolors, lifelike sugar flowers, rice-paper accents, graceful composition, and other impeccable details. Here, she shares a collection of her edible works of art and the methods behind their creation, with a “theme and variations” organization that shows how mastering any single technique can open the door to endless creativity. Each is broken down into clear instructions and illustrated with step-by-step photos that are easy to follow whether you’re a professional baker or an amateur enthusiast. From a single sugar blossom to a multi-tiered cake festooned with pearls and intricate appliques, there’s inspiration for bakers and crafters of all stripes.","brand":"Houghton Mifflin Harcourt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47012344660208,"sku":"9780544765351","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780544765351_p0.jpg?v=1763712488","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780544765351","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}