Posts by bigcatz

Quote:Originally Posted by vlin28I've used several different brands and find the resulting MMF is different depending on the MM used. For example, when I use Wal-Mart's store brand I end up with very small clear jelly-like globs that...

Quote:Originally Posted by weirkdYes, Wilton is great for covering dummies with! Cant eat the stuff so you have to use it for something!!! (great for cakeboards also). Bigcatz, when your applying your fondant to the dummy, you can...

I still haven't been able to cover a styro dummy yet, I sanded down the edges to get them smooth and my fondant still rips around the edge before I can even get the sides on . I've tried using different types of fondant (homemade and...

As far as them using styrofoam...to each his own. They are going to do what works for them, and it's working! I just wish they would show more actual "cake" in the show, not just all the "fake cake showpieces". And companies are...

I have tried big and mini ones, jet puffed and store brands, didn't really make a difference for me. But I was curious why jet puffed was on the not to use list. It might depend on the recipe you are using also.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Your cakes have been such inspiration to so many of us here. You deserve it!

Thanks SHenyd,I ended up just using dowels, but next time I would have made the top head styrofoam instead of cake. This one was my first ever 3D cake, I learned alot!

That's great! I'll have to remember that.

I use lemon extract to mix it with, just take your time and try not to push too hard when you paint it on.

Sometimes water doesn't work for me either, you could try a tiny amount of piping gel. That usually works for me. Hope that helps.