A birthday cake decorated with pink flowers, gold and black spheres, leopard print panels, and edible toppers with images of a woman in a leopard print dress. The cake has a pink topper with the words 'Happy Birthday' and personalized decorations reading 'Janishka' and 'Vira'.

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YOUR CAKE GAME?

Whether you’re brand new to baking, plotting your cake empire, or finally ready to boss up that Cricut game—welcome, babe.

You just found your person.

Tanisha Hargrove teaching how to decorate a leopard print cake, with student pointing at the cake and both smiling.
Tanisha Hargrove Cake Decorating Class student completed birthday cake with a gold crown topper and leopard print designs on the sides, placed on a gold and silver cake board.
Cake it Or Leave it Tampa Cake Essential gift bag for in person student class it's a black and white striped gift bag filled with gold tissue paper.

I can start of by saying this is one of the best one on one experiences I have ever had, she was the best from the start to finish, she was very friendly and made me feel very comfortable when it came to this hands on class, I can most definitely say no question is a dumb question because she answered every question I had with no problems or attitudes even if it was something that she just answered, the atmosphere was a vibe and everything about this was very informative, from what you need to complete the perfect cake, to baking instructions, ingredients, measurements and more literally nothing was left out, I'm a very shy person and I feel as if she brought me out of my shell and made me feel like this is something I can really accomplish if I believe in myself and really put my mind to, I would refer her a thousand time over again to any one who comes my way and feel this is something they are serious about and I can honestly say she is very passionate in her work and you can tell when someone is really genuine and love what they do versus somebody who is just doing it for the money, I know this class is going to take me dad in my journey and I am excited to use every tip and trick I have gained form this experience. Thank you again!!!!!

Quincee Sylvester

Whether you’re baking at home or with Tanisha in her private cake studio, these classes focus on you — your pace, goals, and creativity. Tanisha brings skill, humor, and honest advice to each session.

You’ll learn pro tips, insider tricks, and how to turn simple ingredients into stunning cakes.

Choose virtual one-on-one sessions to learn anywhere, or join in-person classes at Tanisha’s studio.

Either way, you’ll get hands-on help, friendly support, and a welcoming, open approach that makes learning fun.

  • In-person sessions run about 3 hours, while virtual classes are available in 1-hour or 1.5-hour formats — plenty of time to learn, laugh, and create something stunning.

  • In-person classes are hosted at a private studio in the Tampa Bay Area. The address will be shared once your booking is reviewed and approved.

  • No cookie-cutter lessons here. Each class is tailored to your skill level, goals, and vibe. Tanisha meets you exactly where you are and helps you grow with confidence — and a little sass, of course.

Woman smiling and holding a decorated cake with edible leopard print, red ribbons, and a message that says 'Big Mom'.

Experience a one-on-one virtual or in-person class with Tanisha Hargrove, the creative force (and buttercream queen) behind Cake It or Leave It.

She’ll walk you through every step—mixing, frosting, designing, and creating edible art that demands attention.

My husband and I each had a class with Cake It or Leave It. This was my fifth class. It was awesome!!! Very informative, detailed and well-worth the trip from Texas to Tampa, Florida. Mrs. Hargrove has great communication skills and surely loves teaching her craft to others. She is definitely blessed and has shared much needed wisdom in cake decorating with us.

Leslie Middleton

PICK YOUR PERFECT CLASS

PICK YOUR PERFECT CLASS

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Baking & Decorating

Learn how to bake, fill, stack, and frost like a pro—no sad cakes allowed. Tanisha walks you through everything from leveling layers and smoothing buttercream to adding those jaw-dropping finishing touches. You’ll leave with the skills (and the swagger) to make every cake look bakery-level beautiful.

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Step One: Snag your exclusive spot in the class.

Step Two: After your order is placed, I’ll connect with you directly to coordinate timing and secure the perfect date for your custom cake experience.

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What to Expect

⏱ Duration:

In-person sessions run about 3 hours, while virtual classes are available in 1-hour or 1.5-hour formats — plenty of time to learn, laugh, and create something stunning.

➤ Location:

In-person classes are hosted at a private studio in Tampa. The address will be shared once your booking is reviewed and approved.

❤ Personalized Attention:

No cookie-cutter lessons here. Each class is tailored to your skill level, goals, and vibe. Tanisha meets you exactly where you are and helps you grow with confidence — and a little sass, of course.

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🎂 For our in-person class exclusives we’ve got you covered with all the essentials:

A take-home decorating kit, pre-baked cake layers, every ingredient you’ll need, and your stunning masterpiece to flaunt and savor. Plus, a copy of our Cake it or Leave it E-guide: Back to Baking Basics, is included with your class purchase.

from $99.00
Cake Business Class

It’s time to turn that passion into profit. Tanisha spills the real tea on pricing, branding, and booking clients—no fluff, just what actually works. You’ll walk away knowing how to build a cake business that’s sustainable, stylish, and totally you.

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Step One: Snag your exclusive spot in the class.

Step Two: After your order is placed, I’ll connect with you directly to coordinate timing and secure the perfect date for your custom cake experience.

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$99.00
Cricut & Edible Images

Turn your Cricut into your cake’s new BFF. You’ll learn how to design, cut, and apply custom toppers, edible prints, and personalized details that make your cakes pop. No more guessing or wasted sheets—just clean cuts, flawless images, and total creative freedom.

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Step One: Snag your exclusive spot in the class.

Step Two: After your order is placed, I’ll connect with you directly to coordinate timing and secure the perfect date for your custom cake experience.

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Custom Session

This one’s all about you. From mastering a tricky buttercream technique to designing your first two-tier masterpiece, Tanisha customizes your session to fit your goals. Perfect for bakers who want to level up their skills or tackle something super specific with expert guidance (and a few laughs along the way).

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Step One: Snag your exclusive spot in the class.

Step Two: After your order is placed, I’ll connect with you directly to coordinate timing and secure the perfect date for your custom cake experience.

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What to Expect

⏱ Duration:

In-person sessions run about 3 hours, while virtual classes are available in 1-hour or 1.5-hour formats — plenty of time to learn, laugh, and create something stunning.

➤ Location:

In-person classes are hosted at a private studio in Tampa. The address will be shared once your booking is reviewed and approved.

❤ Personalized Attention:

No cookie-cutter lessons here. Each class is tailored to your skill level, goals, and vibe. Tanisha meets you exactly where you are and helps you grow with confidence — and a little sass, of course.

━━━━•━━━ ━━━━•━━━━ ━━━━•━━━

🎂 For our in-person class exclusives we’ve got you covered with all the essentials:

A take-home decorating kit, pre-baked cake layers, every ingredient you’ll need, and your stunning masterpiece to flaunt and savor. Plus, a copy of our Cake it or Leave it E-guide: Back to Baking Basics, is included with your class purchase.

from $99.00

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Why You’ll Love our classes

  • Personalized Attention

    One-on-one means no pressure, no confusion, and no getting lost in a crowd — just focused guidance and real progress.

  • Creative Confidence

    You’ll walk away not just knowing how, but knowing why — so you can freestyle your own stunning designs with confidence.

  • Real Talk + Real Results

    Tanisha keeps it honest, fun, and totally approachable. You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you’ll finally feel like that cake boss you were meant to be.