Posts by Cassie6140

Quote:Originally Posted by AnythingSugarI am inspired by many from here but not nearly good enough to "copy" any design. Although, famous cake decorators make wonderful cakes and put them in books with written instructions for others to...

Hello, I've used the crusting buttercream from this site with great success. Can I use the faux fondant and add chocolate to it? If so, how much would I add? Do I then keep the same amounts for the other ingredients? I did a search...

Quote:Originally Posted by KHalsteadyou can put a thin line of icing in the diff. color just inside the main outline and pull all of that color in towards the center like you normally wouldUggh, thank you. Now, why didn't I think of...

Hi Shirley,Thanks to you, I was able to ruffle a petal. I was not holding the ball tool at the proper angle, nor at the right spot on the gumpaste and foam. I so much appreciate your sharing your expertise. Cassie

There is a very pretty cake in the gallery made by Baysmeme. The flower is outlined white, but the inside (where it is brushed appears to be a deep pink)? How is that done? I've tried brushed embroidery, but your are pulling with your...

Hi Shirley,Thank you for your quick response. Your answer has given me something to work with and I appreciate it. I'm going to follow your directions and give it a try today. I'll also be on the lookout for your recommendations for...

I have most of the tools necessary to make flowers and leaves, (to include the metal ball tool for thining and ruffling). But, having not taken a class (visual is so much better) on gumpaste flowers, I find that no matter how hard I...

Thank you, Linda. Today is practice day. Cassie

Oh, one more thing before I give it a try. Which tip is used for outlining? I'm getting excited to give this a try. Thanks to all for responding.

Hi Chrissy, Yes, that has helped a lot. I thought for a moment there that I was going to need to go to art school also. I'll make a batch of RI and begin practicing. I appreciate your help. Cassie