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| Topic: michelle fosters fondant-storage question |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 2
Views: 41
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Forum: Cake Decorating
Posted: Sun Sep 07, 2008 2:53 pm Subject: michelle fosters fondant-storage question |
| It will be good for at least a month on the counter if wrapped well. The sugar and the cooking process helps to preserve the butter and milk. If you want to freeze it, it will be good for more than ... |
| Topic: Gumpaste Glue???? |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 8
Views: 75
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Forum: Cake Decorating
Posted: Sun Sep 07, 2008 2:51 pm Subject: Gumpaste Glue???? |
The glue that works well for me is Tylose and water. It holds quickly and very well. You only need a very tiny amount for petals to hold.
I use about 2Tbsp. of hot water and 1/8 tsp. of Tylose. ... |
| Topic: GP Flowers won Blue Ribbon and $35! |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 5
Views: 139
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Forum: General
Posted: Sun Sep 07, 2008 2:47 pm Subject: GP Flowers won Blue Ribbon and $35! |
Congratulations! Good job and the cake as well.
Michele |
| Topic: Michele Foster's Fondant |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 14
Views: 309
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Forum: General
Posted: Sun Sep 07, 2008 2:43 pm Subject: Michele Foster's Fondant |
| By the way...these were half batches that I made. Michele, I read where someone said you don't recommend halving it, but they didn't say why? Also, my next batch I plan to add the 1/2 cup of white cho ... |
| Topic: Another OK Sugar Art Show ? |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 3
Views: 57
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Forum: General
Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2008 3:27 pm Subject: Another OK Sugar Art Show ? |
| There is a La Quinta at 12525 E 52nd St. South that is nice. It's not too far from the fair grounds. There are also some hotels north of the fairgrounds that are decent, just look for places near th ... |
| Topic: Michele Foster's Fondant |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 14
Views: 309
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Forum: General
Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2008 3:23 pm Subject: Michele Foster's Fondant |
| The amount of powdered sugar is not exact because the amount of liquid, temperature of the liquid, and humidity levels will dictate how much powdered sugar to use. Add powdered sugar until the fondan ... |
| Topic: Covering cakeboard with contact paper |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 19
Views: 462
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Forum: General
Posted: Tue Sep 02, 2008 2:59 pm Subject: Covering cakeboard with contact paper |
The cake can go directly on the contact paper. It works great.
Michele |
| Topic: Chocolate Michele Foster's Fondant |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 16
Views: 394
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Forum: How Do I?
Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2008 5:06 pm Subject: Chocolate Michele Foster's Fondant |
How about using the chocolate flavored marshmellows?
Since this is not a marsmallow fondant recipe, the chocolate marshmallows would not work. Chocolate chips are the easiest way to get the fla ... |
| Topic: MikesAmazingCakes first DVD -I got an e-mail!!! |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 20
Views: 641
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Forum: Cake Decorating
Posted: Sat Aug 23, 2008 7:24 pm Subject: MikesAmazingCakes first DVD -I got an e-mail!!! |
I got mine a few days ago. I love it! I wasn't lucky enough to have mine signed. Darn you Deanna!
Michele |
| Topic: Help with Michelle Foster's fondant |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 15
Views: 388
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Forum: How Do I?
Posted: Fri Aug 22, 2008 12:49 pm Subject: Help with Michelle Foster's fondant |
Sometimes when the fondant is a little bit dry, kneading in some more glycerin works better than shortening. The glycerin helps to add softness and stretch.
It may not seem like it, but even a l ... |
| Topic: What is the ratio for mixing vodka to gel colors? |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 4
Views: 72
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Forum: How Do I?
Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2008 8:57 pm Subject: What is the ratio for mixing vodka to gel colors? |
| There really is no particular ratio. It depends on how thick or thin you want the paint and how much you need. Using a painter's pallet cup works well for small batches of colors. Place a small amo ... |
| Topic: How to make this kind of orchid? |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 6
Views: 314
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Forum: How Do I?
Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2008 8:50 pm Subject: How to make this kind of orchid? |
Well....you pretty much need the cutters specifically for a cattleya and orchid veiner. Having an orchid throat former makes it easier to get the open and curve shape. I don't know where to get the ... |
| Topic: Luster Dusts |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 4
Views: 120
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Forum: Cake Decorating
Posted: Wed Aug 20, 2008 9:27 pm Subject: Luster Dusts |
| I did a little looking and found a place to buy them. www.intotheoven.com. They are about $4.75 each. Although the information does not say that they are kosher, I was told by the developer of them ... |
| Topic: Luster Dusts |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 4
Views: 120
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Forum: Cake Decorating
Posted: Wed Aug 20, 2008 9:21 pm Subject: Luster Dusts |
Beth Parvue has them. Her colors are good and reasonably priced. I don't know her web site, but you should be able to use a search engine to find her.
HTH
Michele |
| Topic: Need help - trying to get deep red gum paste. |
Sugarflowers
Replies: 15
Views: 222
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Forum: Cake Decorating
Posted: Wed Aug 13, 2008 7:01 pm Subject: Need help - trying to get deep red gum paste. |
| If you use black, use a very, very tiny amount. This will only darken it a little. The best option is to get the gumpaste a medium red and then dust them with red petal dust. After the roses have d ... |
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