Welcome to the Kids Cookie Decorating Class at Arva Flour Mills — where creativity, sprinkles, and big smiles come together!
In this hands‑on workshop, young bakers get to decorate their own delicious cookies while learning simple techniques in a fun, relaxed setting at our historic mill. It’s the perfect way for kids to explore their imagination, enjoy a sweet treat, and experience a little Arva magic!
Overview: A 2-hour hands-on cookie decorating class for kids ages 6–12. Kids can bring a parent (optional and no extra registration is required)
Session Duration: 2 Hours
Sessions Available:
- May 24th 2026 - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
- June 7th 2026 - 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cost: $49
Location: Red River Cafe, located adjacent to Arva Flour Mills in Arva, ON
Note: Cookies are pre-baked and ready for decorating (no oven use)
Hi everyone! My name is Makhaila St Denis, I’ve been baking for over eight years, and for the past five years I’ve focused on decorating cakes and cookies—so you’re in the right place to learn some fun new skills!
I studied baking and pastry arts at Fanshawe College, where I got to practice being creative in the kitchen every day. But my love for baking actually started when I was a kid, just like many of you.
In these classes, we’re going to have fun decorating cookies, trying new ideas, and getting creative with colours and designs. I can’t wait to see what each of you makes!
***** Cookie Decorating Class Overview *****
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Welcome (5 min) — Makhaila & Mark will greet the kids and parents, introduce ourselves, and set the stage for the class
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Mill Tour (15 min) — Mark will take the group on a brief tour of the Mill, showing kids how wheat becomes flour and making the connection to cookies!
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Cookie Decorating Demo (15 min) — Makhaila will walk the group through a quick colour-palette overview, basic piping and icing techniques, using a few decorated samples for inspiration
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Hands-On Decorating (75 min) — Each child decorates 4–6 pre-baked cookies with coloured icing bags, sprinkles, and other toppings, with Makhaila's guidance throughout
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Wrap-Up & Take-Home Packaging (10 min) — Kids box up their creations in a take-home box, and each child also receives a 2.5 kg bag of Daisy Unbleached Flour to take home
