How do you smooth a caked iced in buttercreme with Viva paper towels? I have seen it mentioned on here several times but can't find the "trick" mentioned in detail. Thanks!!

Hi and Welcome to CC, hanahbug.

Decoding CC acronyms:

http://forum.cakecentral.com/cake-decorating-ftopict-2926-.html

CC article on faux fondant, Viva paper towel method of smoothing b/c:

http://www.cakecentral.com/article10-How-To-Create-Faux-Fondant-The-Paper-Towel-Method----Viva.html

Melvira Method:
(Same as above but smooth with foam paint roller.)

http://forum.cakecentral.com/cake-decorating-ftopict-93051-.html

How to professionally ice a cake:

http://forum.cakecentral.com/cake-decorating-ftopict-82411-.html

An everything you ever wanted to know about smoothing frosting super thread:

http://forum.cakecentral.com/cake-decorating-ftopict-81391-.html
(Has more helpful hints & tips in addition to above info.)

HTH



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Really helpful post. Thank You!