Posts by brea1026

hmm- I use Butterdream Dream at a normal thickness that I use for all my cakes. The trick for me is sculpting the cake, then putting it back in the freezer for about 30 minutes- pre crumb coated. That way the loose inside peices can...

I made a Tutu cake a few years ago and the tutu was fondant rolled very thin. I started at the bottom and attached strips of the fondant and put marshmallows under it in intervals to give it some wave. then I let that dry for a bit and...

I just did this last weekend. I made a giant box of McDonalds French Fries. It was about 16" tall. I carved and crumb coated- then I measured and cut my fondant. ***It used a 50/50 mix of satin ice and wilton. I know Wilton is...

So- I just delivered a small 3 tier wedding cake. 6,8,10"- covere in fondant with some black piping on the front.About 2 miles from the reception, I was pulling off the freeway and a dog ran out onto the road. The car in front of me...

I am not an expert in this because I live in AZ- so humidity is not usually a problem. We do have monsoon seasons here though and I ALWAYS refrigerate my cakes. I am hate having to finish a cake the same day it is due, it is just too...

not sure why it wouldn't attach the pictures

Hi Everyone! I have been getting several questions about how I paint on my cakes, so I thought I would write a little post about it.The main thing you need to know is to start with smooth fondant, get good quality brushes, and liquid...

haha! I just found one I made 5 years ago for my daughter. Classic!

Great Post! My first cake was about 4 years ago. My son was having a Curious George (the movie) party and it was so new that none of the grovery stores had the kits yet. I drew the picture of wax paper and did the thing where you poke...

I always use airbrush color when painting on cakes. It is perfect, always consistant and easy to use.