Posts by knel

I was in Michael's in the clay/sculpting section and came across some plastic molds used for making doll faces. Has anyone ever used these for fondant/gumpaste? Do you think they would work? I didn't buy them, but considering it....

Would you please add me to your list of people to send a copy of the matrix? kanelson28@yahoo.com Thank you so much!

I have come to realize that I am a little "OCD" when it comes to my cake decorating. I would spend HOURS just trying to get that perfectly smooth icing before doing another thing.... (Thanks again, Melvira, for a trick to take care of...

I always cut a piece of parchment paper the length and width of my ribbon to place behind it on the cake to absorb any grease. HTH

Quote:Originally Posted by sweettoothmomI have to say there are too many teachers etc involved in our childresn lives for one reason the paycheck and summers off. Teach your children you are truely thier only hope to know our history. My...

Ok, CC! I'm pumped... don't have a reason to make cupcakes, but I think I need to come up with an occasion quickly... perhaps a "Happy Friday" occasion...??? You CC people are great! Thanks for sharing!!!

That's what my hubby keeps telling me, "They are coming to you. They are obviously impressed and pleased with your work. If they aren't pleased with the price, they can go to Walmart or elsewhere." It's just easier said than done...I...

I definitely need a backbone!!! I have a really hard time, especially with family and close friends. Part of me feels like they just expect me to give them a GREAT discount/or FREEBIE due to the relationships. I especially have a hard...

Also, look for trouble spots in the cutters. (ex. the little crossbar on the A or the middle of the letter B, etc...) The smaller, skinnier areas are where the fondant tends to stick. Try widening it slightly. I use my flower nail to...

Try chilling/freezing your fondant for a few minutes right before use. I have found this to help me... it keeps the fondant from being quite so sticky...