Posts by cowspot_me

I don't often get to use fondant, but I have a bride who wants to use it (YEAH!!). However, her colors are black & white.The cake she's chosen is white fondant with black scrolls piped on it. My question is whether this is going to...

Question - Do you use buttercream or royal icing accents (scrolls, swags, etc.) and why?

There was a picture of a wedding cake posted on this site that had a tree trunk in the center between the tiers and a couple of fairies sitting on the top. I can't find it again. Can anyone help?

Different problems require different solutions. Can you describe the situation for us?

I use the LorAnn flavors all the time. Mostly for candy, but I have also used them to flavor fondant. If you do that, only use a little bit. They are very strong!

Too bad you weren't closer to Maine. I teach an 8-week class for our local adult education. Don't know how much a Wilton class is or how long they last (there have never been any within a 3 hour radius of me), but my class is only $30...

Just thought I'd give an update on this one. The bride returned the equipment and I told her everything that had gone on. Apparently, the kids and the woman touching the cake were not the only problems she had. Her mother had to...

Cake Camp! Cake Cruise! Where and when do these take place and how can I sign up??

Thanks for all the support! I knew I could count on all of you! I think my blood pressure is finally starting to go down. Still haven't heard any more about the cake. I'm sure I will when they return the supplies. I still can't...

I just have to vent to people who will understand!! I had this huge wedding cake to do this weekend and everything was going great. Borrowed my friend's Expedition since this 46" long cake was not going to fit into the back of my...