Coronavirus Update: December 2020
In these continuingly uncertain times, we would like to reassure all BSG members worldwide that The British Sugarcraft Guild continues into its 40th year, however, there are a few differences to our normal practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community of members.
• National Office staff are currently working from home as advised by the government and on reduced hours. You may still JOIN and RENEW your membership and sugarcraft insurance at your convenience in the BSG Online Store.
• Our office telephone line will remain closed during this time. For all enquiries, please email hello@bsguk.org and we will respond to you as soon as we can.
• All live in-person Branch Meetings, Events, and Committee Meetings remain suspended and may be replaced by Zoom demonstrations, meetings or other online activities. Please check our social media for updates…
• BSG members are encouraged to access The Sugarcraft Lounge, our members’ community Facebook group, to stay in contact with fellow members, share cake chat & photos, and where you can continue to enjoy our regular online sugarcraft demonstrations.
• The BSG Regions are hosting regular virtual demonstrations and workshops for members each month. Many local branches are also now holding online activities for their members. Check out the social media pages for further information.
• Sugarcraft News members’ magazine is publishing as normal. Members will continue to receive their copy through the post as usual. If you have an article of photos, please email: editor@bsguk.org
Most importantly, we hope everyone can stay safe and well. Thank you for your continued support, trust, and patience during this incredibly challenging time for us all.
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Event details may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Please check before travelling.
~ Save The Dates ~
23rd October 2021
Region 4: Workshop Day with Marilyn Hill
Venue:
Burntwood Methodist Church, Swan Island, Burntwood, WS7 0BJ
11th June 2022
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Look at all these cuties 🐶 from the free virtual demonstration by Lynnette Russell, hosted by BSG Region 8 - South East this week. Take a look at the events list on the R8 page for the full programme of forthcoming demo's that you won't want to miss!
I haven't received the hand out, and would like one please. A very good demo.
Surbiton & Dist. Sugarcraft enjoyed a fantastic modelling tutorial with Carlos Lischetti this week via Zoom. Amazing!
Lots of our branches are benefiting from virtual meetings and demonstrations whilst we can't meet in person - it's the perfect opportunity to see talent we wouldn't normally be able to invite to a local branch 🤩
Check in with your local BSG Branch to find out what they have going on and join in 😃
BSG Region 2: North England Sugarcraft North have another virtual demo live this Thursday 21st Jan, when Nicky Fuller from Sheffield Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft Group will be showing how to create this bright and cheerful clown figure.
Live on Zoom at 7pm, the demonstration is free to view for all BSG members in Region 2: North England 😃 Details on the flyer...
He is fab x
Ooh fab!! See you tonight xx
looking forward to thisx
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Nicky showed us how to create Mikie the Mouse Boy last week Live in The Sugarcraft Lounge - our online community group for BSG members.
You will learn lots of essential modelling tips and techniques in this 75-minute video tutorial with Nicky which is Free to View for all BSG members 😀 Don't miss it!
Members and friends of British Sugarcraft Guild, Surbiton & District Branch are eagerly anticipating tonight's modelling tutorial with Carlos Lischetti as he demonstrates 'The Illusionist'. Enjoy! 😀
Check out these FREE BONUS Zoom demonstrations for BSG members from BSG Region 8 - South East 😀 Find all the access info on the R8 Facebook page.
Even more dates just added! 3 new virtual demonstrations with Region 7 of the British Sugarcraft Guild - Chiltern Hills & East Anglia 😃
Join us over in The Sugarcraft Lounge for our first demo of the new year with Nicky. See you at 7 😀
Join BSG Region 4 - Central for another online virtual #sugarcraft demonstration on Friday 15th Jan as Estelle Mann demonstrates how to create this amazing edible Snow Bauble to decorate your cakes.
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Very sad news! I’ve followed her on TV and she was very professional and with such high standards. She will be very missed. Condolences to her family and friends.
So sad, sending thoughts to her friends and family x❤
I was fortunately to meet Kerry when she was working over here and at the NEC cake show too. Plus at ICES over several years at demonstrations and to talk to. She was very particular in her standards and what she expected from cake decorators. Occassionally a little sharp but it got the point across and was a keen advocate of rising the standards of the industry. A thoughoughly interesting person to speak to and fun to watch to. I was only watching her on the gingerbread wars leading up to Christmas. A gapping hole will be left and a lot of sad people too. Condolences to her family.
Chloris Tombi Peck says "Sad to hear of Kerry's death. She was a force of nature! Condolances to her husband".
Oh my, a sad day, indeed. 😢
Sad day for cake makers
Members at Greater Manchester Cake Decorating & Sugarcraft Group Salford enjoyed a festive workshop on Zoom before Christmas. Like many of our local branches, they host a virtual meeting for members every month whilst we can't meet up in person. 💡Check in with your local sugarcraft branch and find out what they have coming up! 😀
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Another fantastic fundraising total for St Richard's Hospice Worcester! Over £4000 raised from the brilliant charity Christmas cakes created by members at Droitwich Branch of the British Sugarcraft Guild and presented by branch Chair, Ann Newton. Well done everyone <3
A fantastic effort by all! We enjoyed making them and wonderful to hear that you have managed to raise such an amazing total for such a worthwhile cause. Really well done!
Unbelievable! Stunning result - congratulations to everyone at Droitwich Sugarcraft Guild. Best wishes and Happy New Year xx
Amazing, well done 😃
Fantastic achievement!! Well done Droitwich Branch ☺️
Well done
Kicking off 2021, we welcome Nicky Fuller demonstrating Live in The Sugarcraft Lounge. Nicky will be creating 'Mikie the Mouse Boy'. You are sure to learn lots of essential modelling techniques with another exclusive video tutorial which are always FREE to view for all The British Sugarcraft Guild members in our online community group, The Sugarcraft Lounge 🤩
Learn more here: bsguk.org/the-sugarcraft-lounge/
Until then, we send you all best wishes for a great New Year!🍾🥂
Happy Christmas to all members and sugarcraft friends. It's been a bit of a year, but we've got through it together, sharing the love of our craft, and spreading the joy 🤗
Thankyou for always giving us something to look forward to throughout this challenging year. Merry Christmas to you all.
Merry Christmas!!
You have all done a splendid job keeping your members interest alive. Very grateful. Seasons greetings
Charity Christmas cakes by members at Mid Hants British Sugarcraft Guild. Amazing! Well done to all 🏆
Huge thanks to Age UK North West Kent for sharing these photos showing some of the recipients of the charity Christmas cakes made with love by Guild members at Gravesend British Sugarcraft Guild. It's just lovely to see ❤ Thank you and Happy Christmas everyone 🎅
