Host a Creative Birthday at Home with an Online Jelly Cake Workshop
Looking for a birthday celebration that's creative, memorable, and stress-free? Forget the usual dinner-and-cake routine — learn to make a stunning 3D jelly cake at home with a premium online workshop from Qingscake.
A Birthday Activity That's Actually Special
Most birthday ideas involve going somewhere — a restaurant, an escape room, a paint night. But what if the best birthday experience was right in your own kitchen? Jelly cake art is a unique, hands-on creative activity where you create a beautiful edible masterpiece that doubles as your birthday cake.
How the Online Jelly Cake Workshop Works
Qingscake's online model is designed for flexibility and quality:
Self-paced premium video tutorials — no need to coordinate schedules or join a live call at a specific time
Step-by-step guidance — each technique is broken down clearly so even complete beginners can follow along
Bilingual instruction — available in English and Mandarin, perfect for multilingual gatherings
Lifetime access — watch and rewatch at your own pace, no rush
Support available — reach out if you need help at any point during your project
Why This Works for Birthdays
🎂 Beautiful final product — the jelly cake you create IS the birthday cake. Stunning 3D floral designs that look professional even on your first try
🎂 Flexible timing — do it whenever works for your group. Morning brunch birthday? Evening celebration? Weekend gathering? You choose
🎂 No experience needed — beginner tutorials start from absolute basics. Perfect for groups with mixed skill levels
🎂 Budget-friendly — paid tutorials start from CAD $38, far less than most organized birthday activities. Split among friends, it's incredibly affordable
🎂 Memorable photos — the process and finished cake create amazing photo opportunities for social media
🎂 Take-home creation — unlike most activities where you leave with nothing, everyone takes home their own jelly cake
How to Plan a Jelly Cake Birthday Party at Home
Choose your tutorial — browse Qingscake's online tutorials and pick a design that matches the birthday person's taste
Gather materials — the tutorial includes a complete materials list. Most ingredients are available at local Asian grocery stores
Set up your kitchen — clear counter space, set up a screen everyone can see, and prep your workspace
Follow along together — play the tutorial and create alongside your friends. Pause as needed
Celebrate with your creation — unmold, photograph, and enjoy your beautiful homemade jelly cake!
Pricing Overview
Free tutorials on Qingscake's YouTube channel — great for trying before you commit
Paid premium tutorials from CAD $38+ — professional quality with detailed instruction
Private online coaching — for a more guided experience, book a private session
In-person workshops — if you're in the Vancouver area, in-person beginner workshops start from CAD $138 (all materials included)
What About Private Coaching?
For a truly special birthday experience, Qingscake also offers private online coaching. This gives you:
Personalized guidance from instructor Vivi
Real-time feedback on your technique
Custom design choices for your birthday cake
Available for groups of 2–6 people
Real Student Feedback
Students consistently rate their Qingscake experience 5 out of 5 stars. Common feedback includes: "I can't believe I made this myself," "The instructions were so clear," and "This was the most unique birthday activity we've ever done."
Ready to plan the most creative birthday celebration? Visit www.jellycakeworkshop.com to explore your options.
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