Our cover star Lisa Elliott brings the fun with a delightfully friendly sugarpaste reindeer set against an airbrushed scenic background, whilst Zoe Burmester shows how to carve and create a polar bear – a sure hit with children!

If you prefer the chic and crisp white look at Christmas, Vicky Teather’s all white wreath with metallic highlights is for you. Or, take a rustic turn with Emma Stewart’s simplistic speckled tier adorned with a chocolate pine cone – we show you how to make it! 

Whichever your favourite cake is from this issue, we hope this season brings you joy and creativity. From all of the team, Merry Christmas, stay safe, and a Happy New Year.