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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 Danielle Dyskin on November 24, 2011 at 9:39am
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We also use the clean T-towel method - we could never get big enough strips and home-made ones don't stay in place. We used to end up baking with extra batter and then cutting the dome part off to level the cake. Luckily we have enough kids to eat all the scraps :)
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Comment by June Kowalczyk on November 24, 2011 at 11:05am
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Yes Danielle, we have to remember that not everyone on this site has access to some of the stuff recommended here. So sometimes a simple practical solution works!!! Notice not too many Americans on today...busy watching Thanksgiving day parades, & eatting turkey!!
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We made a great thanksgiving cake for an American Diner here but otherwise nobody in Australia even knows it is Thanksgiving today.
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Comment by Cha-Cha Bake on November 28, 2011 at 7:03pm
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Hello All, I'm looking forward to starting a chap of Birthday Cakes for free. Is anyone apart of this group?
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Comment by Michelle Johnson on December 3, 2011 at 1:22am
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Hi all, I am new here and live in S.Cal. I am self taught myself. I have gone to a few classes but mostly I read, scan Internet , and just do it. I look forward to get input from you guys here
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Comment by Linda Wolff on December 3, 2011 at 7:32am
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Welcome Michelle
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You came to the right place Michelle. Happy Caking
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Comment by Daisy Brown on December 3, 2011 at 10:18am
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Welcome to the club Michelle! That's how I taught myself as well. It's funny how when your extremely passionate about something you get this ability to do anything :).
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Comment by Diane Loualid on December 3, 2011 at 10:58am
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Welcome Michelle!!!
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Thank you all so much. I am excited to be part of the group.
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