A clever poker table design complete with chips, cards and a keen poker player!

Take a gamble on your dad this year and make this fantastic poker-themed cake for Father’s Day. It would also make a great birthday surprise for any poker fan.

What you'll learn

1. Preparation: Cut out the playing cards, lettering and chips for later.
2. Cake and Board: Cut the cake to shape and cover with sugarpaste, then cover the board.
3. Table Top and Sides: Make the felt piece and complete the large playing cards.
4. Inscription: Attach the letters in place.
5. Cards and Chips: Add detail to the small cards and secure the chips to the cake.
6. Stools: Model a stool for each player.
7. Figure: Make the shoes, trousers, shirt, head, hands and hair for each player.
8. Finishing Touches: Place all the modelled pieces on the cake and trim the board with ribbon.