“Deck Santa Out in Sugar” Cookie Decorating Class

Looking for a festive, hands-on holiday activity? “Deck Santa Out in Sugar” is a beginner-friendly Christmas sugar cookie decorating class led by Rabbit Lake Baking Company on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at the Toronto Public Library — Leaside Branch (East York). Expect a relaxed workshop, a take-home box of decorated cookies, and cheerful guidance that makes piping and flooding feel doable for first-timers. According to the organizer, the class runs 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and all tools and materials are provided. See the class listing for details.

What to expect in the class

Warm welcome & setup (5–10 min). Find your seat, apron up, and skim the quick overview—your instructor will outline the designs we’ll decorate (a Santa set with 4 icings across 6 cookies, subject to change). (The Rabbit Lake Baking Company)

Hands-on basics (30–40 min). You’ll learn how to:

• Mix and handle royal icing consistencies (outline vs. flood).

• Pipe clean outlines and fill smoothly without craters.

• Use simple tools (scribe/toothpick) to pop bubbles and drag details.

• Festive finishes (20–30 min). Add accents—dots, stripes, simple eyes and smiles—plus quick drying tips so your cookies travel safely.

• Take-home. You’ll leave with your decorated set in a box and the confidence to repeat the techniques at home

How to plan your visit

Arrive 10–15 minutes early. Parking is available on nearby streets; give yourself time to settle in and wash hands. Bring these small extras: a notebook for tips and your phone for progress pics. Dress comfortably. Sleeves that push up easily are ideal, and consider an apron (disposable ones may be provided, but having your own is handy).

Address note: The Leaside Branch is at 165 McRae Drive, Toronto (East York)—a well-known community hub. If you’re new to the area, map to the McRae address before you go

Who will love this class

• First-time decorators: clear instruction, friendly pacing.

• Friends’ day out / families: a wholesome seasonal activity with a sweet souvenir.

• Gift-makers: turn your set into a mini present with ribbon and a hand-written tag.

Tips for cookie-decorating success at home

• Let layers dry before adding details—20–30 minutes helps prevent colour bleed.

• Work in small batches. Keep icing bags capped or covered with a damp cloth.

• Store finished cookies in a cool, dry spot; once fully dry, box or tin them with parchment between layers.