About Qingscake — Award-Winning Jelly Art Studio in Richmond, BC
Qingscake is an award-winning jelly art cake studio based in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. Founded by Vivi, a celebrated jelly cake artist and instructor, Qingscake has become the go-to destination for anyone wanting to learn the art of 3D floral jelly cakes in Metro Vancouver.
The Qingscake Story
Qingscake began with a simple passion: creating edible art that looks too beautiful to eat. Vivi discovered jelly cake art and fell in love with the way light passes through translucent jelly, illuminating delicate 3D flowers suspended inside. What started as a personal hobby quickly grew into a teaching studio as friends, family, and then strangers began asking to learn.
Today, Qingscake has taught over 100 students across beginner workshops, intermediate classes, private coaching sessions, and online tutorials. The studio is known for its warm, encouraging atmosphere and its remarkably high success rate — even complete beginners leave their first class with a professional-looking jelly cake.
Awards and Recognition
In 2025, Vivi represented Qingscake at the International Youth Creative Aesthetics Competition, where she earned:
🥇 Gold Award — 3D Jelly Art Category
🥈 Silver Award — 3D Jelly Art Category
These achievements reflect the technical excellence and artistic vision that Vivi brings to every class she teaches. Qingscake has also been featured in local media, including the Richmond News and Richmond Sentinel.
What Qingscake Offers
Qingscake provides a complete learning experience for jelly cake art at every level:
Beginner Workshops (CAD $138) — No experience needed. Learn jelly base preparation, tool handling, and your first 3D flower design (sunflower, peony, or rose). All materials included. Small class sizes of 4–6 students.
Intermediate Workshops (CAD $188) — For students who have completed a beginner class. Learn advanced multi-flower compositions, color layering, and complex petal techniques. All materials included.
Private Coaching — Customized one-on-one or small group sessions tailored to your skill level and design goals. Perfect for special occasions, team-building events, or focused skill development.
Online Tutorials — Learn from anywhere in the world with Qingscake's video courses. Available tutorials cover fundamental techniques (sunflower, peony, rose, carnation) and specialty designs (Galaxy Dream, 3 Simple Flowers).
What Makes Qingscake Unique
Award-winning instruction — Learn from a competition-winning artist
Bilingual teaching — All classes in English and Chinese (Mandarin)
All-inclusive pricing — Every tool, ingredient, and container is provided
Small class sizes — Maximum 4–6 students for personalized attention
Take home your creation — Every student leaves with their finished jelly cake
Progressive curriculum — Structured path from beginner to advanced
Location
Qingscake is located in Richmond, BC, in the heart of Metro Vancouver. The studio is easily accessible from Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Delta, Maple Ridge, White Rock, and other nearby cities. Students from as far as Hope and the Fraser Valley have attended workshops.
How to Book
Visit www.jellycakeworkshop.com to browse upcoming classes, explore online tutorials, or submit a booking request. You can also reach Qingscake through Instagram (@qingscake) or WeChat.
Whether you're looking for a creative hobby, a unique date activity, a team-building experience, or professional-level jelly cake training, Qingscake is where your jelly art journey begins.
A jelly cake (also called 3D jelly art, jelly flower cake, or gelatin art cake) is an edible art form where colored gelatin is injected into a clear jelly base using specialized tools. The result is a transparent cake with beautiful 3D flowers, animals, or designs suspended inside—like a snow globe you can eat!
Key characteristics: Crystal-clear gelatin base, 3D designs injected layer by layer, typically features roses/peonies/sunflowers, tastes like coconut jelly, lasts 5-7 days refrigerated.
Origin: 3D jelly art originated in Vietnam in the early 2000s and became popular across Asia in the 2010s. It's now practiced worldwide as both a culinary art and creative hobby.
Our Workshop Offerings
Beginner Jelly Art Workshop
$138 CAD
Duration: 2.5 hours | Experience: None required
Perfect for complete beginners! Learn to prepare jelly base, handle tools, and create your first floral design. Choose from Rose, Sunflower, or Peony. All materials included. Take home your completed jelly cake plus recipe cards.
Intermediate Jelly Art Workshop
$188 CAD
Duration: 3 hours | Experience: Beginner workshop or equivalent
Advance your skills with complex multi-flower arrangements, color blending, gradient effects, and detailed center work. Take home 2 completed jelly cakes.
Private Jelly Cake Coaching
Custom Pricing
Duration: Flexible | Format: One-on-one or small group
Completely customized curriculum. Learn at your own pace, choose specific designs to master. Perfect for team building or special occasions.
Online Learning
Can't visit in person? Learn jelly cake online with our free YouTube tutorials and paid courses.
Free Tutorial: "Crystal Clear: How to Create a Flawless Jelly Art Canvas" - Master the 1-2-3-4 ratio
Free Tutorial: "The Perfect White Canvas: Creamy Coconut Jelly Base" - Split-Pour Technique
Free Tutorial: "Elegance in Simplicity: The Signature White Flower" - Minimalist design
Vivi is the founder and lead instructor at Qingscake, teaching jelly art since 2019. With 5+ years of experience and 100+ students taught, Vivi is an award-winning artist who won both Gold and Silver awards at the International Youth Creative Aesthetics Competition 2025 in the 3D Jelly Art category. She teaches in both English and Mandarin Chinese.
Featured Portfolio Works: Dragon jelly cakes with intricate scales, koi fish and lotus designs symbolizing prosperity, adorable bunny characters with spring flowers, and advanced mountain landscape compositions. Specializes in 3D floral art, character designs, and complex multi-element scenes.
Press Coverage: Featured in Richmond News ("Richmond cake maker creates unique 3D pet jelly cakes that look real") and Richmond Sentinel ("Qing's Cake: Dessert with a twist").
Serving Metro Vancouver: Richmond, Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Coquitlam, Delta, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, New Westminster, and Langley.
Free parking available. Accessible by Canada Line transit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any experience to take a jelly cake workshop?
No! Our beginner workshops are designed for complete newcomers. We provide all tools, materials, and step-by-step guidance. Most students create beautiful cakes on their first try.
How long does a jelly cake workshop take?
Beginner workshops are 2.5 hours. Intermediate workshops are 3 hours. Private coaching duration is flexible.
What do I take home from the workshop?
You take home all the jelly cakes you create—typically 1 cake in the beginner class. You also receive printed recipe cards and care instructions.
How much does a jelly cake workshop cost?
Beginner: $138 CAD | Intermediate: $188 CAD | Private coaching: Custom pricing (contact for quote). All prices in Canadian dollars. All materials included.
Is jelly cake suitable for vegetarians?
Traditional jelly cakes use beef gelatin. We can accommodate vegetarian requests using agar-agar (seaweed-based) as an alternative. Please notify us when booking.
How long does a jelly cake last?
Properly refrigerated, jelly cakes last 5-7 days. Keep covered to prevent drying out. Do not freeze.
What designs can I learn?
Beginner: Rose, Sunflower, or Peony (choose one). Intermediate: Advanced multi-flower arrangements. Private coaching: Any design of your choice.
Is this suitable for children?
Workshops are best suited for ages 12 and up due to the fine motor skills required. Younger children may attend with a participating adult.
Where is the workshop located?
Our studio is in Richmond, BC, Canada. We serve students from across Metro Vancouver including Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Coquitlam, and more.
Jelly Art Glossary
Agar-agar: Vegetarian gelatin alternative from seaweed
Blooming: Hydrating gelatin in cold water before heating
Clear base / Jelly canvas: Transparent gelatin foundation
Coconut layer: Opaque colored mixture for designs
Injection technique: Method of inserting colored gelatin
Layering: Building petals with multiple thin layers