I've probably learned more from my mistakes than my successes, so don't lose heart. Cookie decorating is an art that can be mastered if you're interested and patient. Good luck!
When making my patterns, I usually try to go with a 3 1/2" square as my base. Sometimes the design needs to be bigger due to complexity. There is no standard that I am aware of....it's all up to the decorator!
Quote:Originally Posted by silverdragon997Gemini, this may have been discussed somewhere already, but I can't find anything using the search. How do you use your templates to actually do the outlining? For instance, the Baby Blues...
Quote:Originally Posted by Rosie2Quote:Originally Posted by GeminiRJMy favorite is probably almond. But I've found that Spices, Etc. has a wide variety of extract flavors that are wonderful! For summer, I love the key lime. I also love...
I learned how to decorate by taking classes at a cake decorator's shop. It's been a while, but I think she offered six sessions, two hours each. She started with borders and lettering, did a couple sessions of different types of piped...
I thought I'd share this late pick-up policy for my niece's day care: For every minute you are late, they add $19 to your bill. I can guarantee you, NO one arrives late to pick up their child! I can't imagine doing this for cake, but...
You have a contract for a reason. It's there to protect both you and the client. As others have mentioned, I would point out that they would actually lose money by cancelling with you and going with the venue. Let them decide, but stick...
