Mother's Day Workshops Near Richmond, Burnaby & Surrey: Where to Celebrate Creatively
If you live in Richmond, Burnaby, or Surrey and you're looking for a creative Mother's Day workshop without driving downtown, here's the local guide. Qingscake's jelly cake decorating workshop is centrally located in Richmond — minutes from each of these cities — and has become the go-to Mother's Day class for Metro Vancouver families who want hands-on, memorable, and accessible.
Why location matters on Mother's Day
Mother's Day weekend (May 9–10, 2026) is one of the busiest traffic days in Metro Vancouver. Downtown Vancouver gets congested, parking is brutal, and bridge crossings stack up. A creative workshop in Richmond offers the best of both worlds: easy access from all surrounding cities, ample parking, and a peaceful, away-from-the-crowds atmosphere.
From Richmond
Drive time to Qingscake studio: 5–15 minutes from anywhere in Richmond
Transit: Canada Line stations (Aberdeen, Lansdowne, Brighouse) within easy reach
Parking: Free on-site parking
Why locals love it: It's the "hidden gem in your own city" — many Richmond residents discover Qingscake through a Mother's Day or birthday booking and become repeat students.
Drive time: 30–45 minutes via Highway 91 / Alex Fraser Bridge
Transit: SkyTrain to King George → bus to Bridgeport → Canada Line south (~60 min)
Best route on Mother's Day: Highway 91 is faster than Highway 99 on weekends
Why Surrey families love it: The most popular creative workshop within easy reach — especially for families with kids who want a "real" outing without 90+ minutes of driving.
Mother's Day is one of our biggest group-booking weekends. We welcome:
Mother–daughter pairs at adjacent stations
Three-generation tables (grandma, mom, kids 8+)
Sister groups and friend groups celebrating each other's moms
Corporate gift bookings (some Vancouver employers gift workshops to employees with new moms)
Groups of 4+ receive priority seat assignment so you can stay together.
Early-bird promotion (Mother's Day 2026)
Bookings made before April 30, 2026 lock in regular workshop pricing of CAD $138–$188 per person. Mother's Day weekend seats are limited and have historically sold out by early May. Reserve early.
Accessibility
Ground-floor studio, wheelchair accessible
Seated workshop format (no standing for 2+ hours)
Vegetarian-friendly recipe (we can adjust ingredients on request)
Bilingual instruction: English and Mandarin
How to book from your city
Visit the Beginner Workshop page or your local page above. Mention your group size and preferred Mother's Day session when booking.
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