Self Taught Decorators Club
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For the free spirit cake decorators who had no formal training. Share you journey and what new things your still learning. What resources do you use to gain knowledge?
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Introcuding Myself-Laura
Started by Laura Guynup. Last reply by Laura Guynup Aug 23, 2016. 2 Replies 1 Favorite
Hello my name is, Laura. I am a stay at home mom with two sons ages 10 and 13. One grown daughter age, 34 and one grand daughter age 8. I have been learning about baking and decorating cakes for…Continue
Carving Problems
Started by Lydia Beier. Last reply by Laura Guynup Aug 21, 2016. 15 Replies 0 Favorites
I am so glad I am doing a practice run of my purse cake. I am following a video tutorial (using my own pattern), and that doesn't seem to be the problem. I used my chocolate cake recipe and have…Continue
Victorian plastic cake stand??
Started by Melanie. Last reply by Melanie Nov 19, 2013. 5 Replies 0 Favorites
Ok Ladies! I need some help! Anyone know where I can find this stand or a stand like it? I tried to search eBay, but didn't know what to type in to search it? Check out attached photo! Thanks!!
Favorite fondant
Started by Deborah Martin. Last reply by Ricardo Cancino Nov 18, 2013. 13 Replies 0 Favorites
I want everybody's thoughts on what their favorite fondant is and why. I have done Satin Ice, Duff, and I recently saw a video on utube which adds Wilton to MMF. Just want to hear some opinions. …Continue
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Comment by Cindy on October 11, 2010 at 10:55pm
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Hello My name is Cindy. I am enjoying learning how to decorate with fondant and gumpaste! I do cakes for family and friends as gifts only. I would however, like to to learn the tricks of the trade. The biggest obtacle I am facing right now iis how to handle a large (14" or 16") layer without it breaking. Help!
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Comment by Tina C. on October 12, 2010 at 12:53am
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Hey Tina, try using gelatin for the wings
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Comment by Daisy Brown on October 12, 2010 at 11:01am
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Theresa I have to remember that. It would make things so much less stressful :).
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Comment by Sharon Andrews on October 14, 2010 at 2:55pm
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Hi Tina, I too agree that gelatine is the way to go for the wings, if you are familiar with cakecentral.com, in the search slot, type how to make gelatine flowers and bows and also read the comments below the article. Hope this helps :0)
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Comment by Joanna J. Cagle on October 14, 2010 at 4:56pm
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I need some help. This is only the 3rd time I have made a cake with fondant. I need a 20inch round piece, it keeps cracking and falling apart. Anyone know what the problem is and how to fix it. please help. Thanks so much
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As the creator of this group I would like to welcome all of our new members! The diversity is wonderful! Sharon and Tina I would like to give a special shout out to you for the gelatin tip. I can't wait to see Tina T's finished product :). Everyone have a decadent day!
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Comment by Alicia Rodney-Valentine on November 2, 2010 at 6:53am
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To Les Brown dip the cutter into cornstarch it will help the cutter from sticking to the fondant, Happy baking!!!
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Comment by Neryl Johnson on November 2, 2010 at 7:25am
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Hi Les, I took some photo's showing how the cutter is used, please remember I did this in a bit of a rush so picture quality's not so good! :) Hope this helps!
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Comment by Les Brown on November 2, 2010 at 9:04am
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Thanks so much will give it a go!
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Comment by annehannon on November 5, 2010 at 10:07pm
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I am learning myself,iread all posts and write down all the knowledge tips that may be of use to me in the future i would like to join thank you
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