I've been asked to recreate this cake--hopefully the picture will come through. How would I make the sides so that the fiondant rises above the layer--staying perpendicular?? Could I make collars ahead on aceteate, dry upright, the place on the cake after they dry? Maybe two halves, then cover the seams with the leaves?? Is there an easier way?? TIA

I have positively no idea how to do this, but I would also love to know - this cake is AWESOME!!

just thought I would give you a bump!

I would think if you used fondant and let it harden that it would be very difficult to cut and might not taste great. What if you did it withwhite chocolate wrapped around the cake? Or maybe modeling chocolate would be a little stiffer than fondant (not sure)?? Good Luck!

I made a cake like this and the photo is in my gallery. I used Jennifer Dontz' chocolate fondant and clay. Actually I think I doubled the chocolate. I rolled it out, let it harden for a few minutes and then wrapped it around the cake. I applied appliques and hand painted etc.

Sweetmelissa2007--thanks for the heads up on the hard fondant--never even thought about having to cut it!!
lorrieg--I'll have to test drive the choc fondant/clay. I have a batch already made up of Jen's clay-thats the Merkins and corn syrup, with fondant added--right?? Very good idea!! also, love your photos!! Thank for your help.

You could also do a chocolate wrap. There is a sticky in hod do I forum I think.

Hey Jeanne,
I don't know how to do it but I DO want to see your creation when it's done! ( great for the club's newsletter )

KimAZ

I would suggest modeling chocolate instead of fondant. It will harden better and taste better when it's time to cut the cake. You can do each layer in two pieces like you suggested and just cover up the seams with the 'stems' and 'leaves'.

The one I made using Jen's clay and the fondant mix tasted great. And it smelled delish! It was firm enough and yet it could be cut. My edges had to be cut for the petals etc.

Hi can someone tell me where can I find Jan's clay recipe, Please. I will be very gratefull. Thank you !

You need to buy her DVD. Don't worry, it's not just the recipe it's full of great ideas and tips. Well worth the money.

http://www.jenniferdontz.com/