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CLASSES & EVENTS

Get the group chat out of the chat.

Grab your favorite people and join us for two wonderfully unhurried hours to decorate, laugh, catch up, and create something beautiful together.

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No experience needed. No supplies to bring. Just show up. We’ll take care of the rest.

Is this your kind of afternoon?

Cookie decorating is just the beginning. Come for the cookies, stay for the laughter, creativity, and time together.

absolutely yes if :

You and your girlfriends keep saying, “We need to get together,” but nobody has actually made the plan.

You’re craving a couple of hours to do something creative, fun, and completely different from your everyday routine.

You love the idea of making something beautiful, even if you don’t consider yourself creative.

You want a girls’ day that gives you something to DO while you catch up, laugh, and enjoy being together.

You’d happily trade another dinner out for an experience you’ll actually remember.

You’re coming solo and want a welcoming place where showing up by yourself feels completely normal.

RAVING REVIEWS

"Kara's instructions and guidance led to me making beautiful cookies and I don't have a creative bone in my body"

I had the pleasure of attending a cookie class led by Kara this last weekend! Not only were the cookies and frosting delicious, but Kara’s instructions and guidance led to me making some beautiful cookies and I don’t have a creative bone in my body. And Kara is a delight to be teaching these classes. She is hilarious, patient, talented, and kind. She really goes above and beyond for her passion. I can’t wait for the next one!

- Shayla K.

"Everyone had a blast and learned confidence with their new decorating skills"

Kara hosted multiple cookie classes at my coffee shop. She was supremely organized, very detail oriented, and made planning, promotion, registration, and clean-up an absolute BREEZE! Participants loved her designs and the energy she brought to the class... and everyone had a blast and learned confidence with their new decorating skills. I highly recommend her classes for your next event! You will be thrilled!

- Joy B.

HOW IT WORKS

step one

Choose your experience

Find an upcoming class you love, grab your spot, and text the group chat. Your next girls’ day is officially on the calendar.

step two

Show up & settle in

Everything is ready when you arrive. Cookies, icing, supplies, and step-by-step guidance are all included. Just bring yourself and get ready to have some fun.

step three

Create, laugh & take it home

Spend two hours decorating, chatting, and creating something you’ll be ridiculously proud to take home.

UPCOMING EXPERIENCES

Your next girls’ day is waiting. Pick the experience that sounds like you, grab your favorite people, and we’ll take care of everything else.

  • Squad Ghouls Platter Cookie Class
    Squad Ghouls Platter Cookie Class
    Wed, Oct 21
    Oct 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM CDT
    Lone Star Winery, 103 E Virginia St, McKinney, TX 75069, USA
    Get the group chat out of the chat! Grab your favorite ghouls and join us at Lone Star Winery for wine, cookies, friendship, and two joy-filled hours together. You’ll decorate six spooky-cute cookies that fit together to create one unforgettable Halloween platter.
  • Haunted Hallows Cookie Decorating Class
    Haunted Hallows Cookie Decorating Class
    Sun, Oct 25
    Oct 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM CDT
    Zin Zen Wine Bistro, 6841 Virginia Pkwy Suite 104, McKinney, TX 75071, USA
    When the candles flicker and the wine begins to pour, something wickedly beautiful is waiting.
  • Cozy Fall Cookie Decorating Class
    Cozy Fall Cookie Decorating Class
    Wed, Nov 18
    Nov 18, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM CST
    Lone Star Winery, 103 E Virginia St, McKinney, TX 75069, USA
    Your favorite sweater, a warm mug, football, and pie. Join me at Lone Star Winery for two cozy hours decorating six fall cookies before Thanksgiving takes over. Come with a friend or come on your own!
  • Mom & Me Thanksgiving Leftovers Cookie Class
    Mom & Me Thanksgiving Leftovers Cookie Class
    Nov 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM CST
    JAC's Burger Co, 6840 Virginia Pkwy Ste 100, McKinney, TX 75071, USA
    Dessert first, no vegetables, and NOTHING has to touch! Decorate a four-cookie Thanksgiving dinner side by side with your favorite little person, then stay for lunch together at JAC’s Burger Co.
  • Elf Cookie Decorating Class
    Elf Cookie Decorating Class
    Sun, Nov 29
    Zin Zen Wine Bistro
    Nov 29, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM CST
    Zin Zen Wine Bistro, 6841 Virginia Pkwy Suite 104, McKinney, TX 75071, USA
    Our FIRST Christmas cookie class of the season! Join me at Zin Zen for two hours of icing, laughter, and five Elf-inspired cookies. Come with your favorite Christmas-loving friend or pull up a chair on your own.
Upcoming Events

FAQ

CAN I COME IF I’VE NEVER DECORATED A COOKIE BEFORE?

Absolutely. No experience or artistic talent needed. I’ll guide you step by step, and you might surprise yourself with what you create.

CAN I COME BY MYSELF?

Absolutely. Plenty of guests come solo. Our classes are relaxed and welcoming, and you’ll be decorating alongside everyone else before you know it.

DO I NEED TO BRING ANYTHING?

Nope! Your cookies, icing, decorating supplies, and everything you need for class are provided. Just bring yourself. We do suggest bringing your ‘Readers’ as needed for small detail work.  

WHO TEACHES THE CLASSES?

Kara, owner and cookie artist behind Gentle Confections, teaches each class and guides you through the decorating process step by step.

CAN I BOOK A PRIVATE COOKIE PARTY?

Yes! Gentle Confections offers private cookie decorating experiences for birthdays, girls’ nights, celebrations, corporate events, and more.

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ARE THESE CLASSES FOR ADULTS ONLY?

Most Gentle Confections public experiences are designed with adults in mind, but age requirements can vary by class and venue. Check the individual event details before booking.

CAN I BRING A GROUP TO A PUBLIC CLASS?

Absolutely. Grab your seats together when registration opens. For larger groups, contact us and we’ll help you find the best option.

DO YOU OFFER MORE ADVANCED CLASSES?

Yes. Some experiences feature more detailed designs and techniques for decorators who are ready for a little more of a challenge. Look for the class level in each event description.

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COME LEARN FROM THE
                            HERSELF!

Cookie Queen

I’ll guide you through every cookie step by step, but perfection is never the point. We’re here to create something beautiful, laugh a lot, and enjoy a couple of hours that are completely yours.

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Come with your favorite people or come on your own. There’s always a seat at the table for you.

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