Is there a Food 52 article or you tube demo of basic decorating standards for buttercream?

Hi Amy!

Here's a really great video from cake decorating–wizard Erin McDowell:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cz4IH6ldJU8&feature=youtu.be

We also have this article on basic frosting tips: https://food52.com/blog/8672-how-to-frost-a-cake

Hope these help!