Forgive me if this has already been asked before. I searched but didn't find what I was looking for.

I generally use Satin Ice gum paste. Shipping cost of the stuff is unbelievable!

I was wondering what brand you use or if you make your own.

Thanks!

I make it.

I've been using Kerry Vincent's recipe for years and I love it. It's really easy to make (takes all of 7-10 minutes), calls for only three ingredients and it can be used right away... no need to let it rest overnight.

Oh wow! Can that recipe be found here on CC?

Make it... hands down.

I use Nic Lodge's recipe... 4 ingredients and I can make it in my sleep. It says to let it rest, but you can use it straight away if you want.

Premade GP isn't the same. I haven't found a brand that compares to making it yourself.

Thanks! I hate not having a supply shop around here that actually carries stuff you can use. I don't have enough tylose to make the nic lodge recipe. BLAH!

The store here does carry CK Products gumpaste mix. For $3.49 I am not expecting much but am going to try it.

I am going to look for the Kerry Vincent Book while I am out.

THanks!!

You can easily 1/2 or 1/4 the recipe if you don't have enogh tylose to make the whole thing.

I recently tried the Nick Lodge gumpaste, will NEVER go back to store brought again. So easy to make and wonderful to work with.

Yeah I know I could cut the recipe down. I just need more gum paste than I have enough tylose to make.

I defomately make Nic Lodge's recipe. I was given some of his ready made and it was awful compared to making it myself.
Many times I just use Wilton's fondant (easiest for me to get at Michael's) & add some Tylose to it. Works just fine for what I do

I absolutely adore Nic Lodge's gp, just like all the others are saying. It's a beautiful white color and handles wonderfully. Tylose can be hard to get though, that's the only problem. I need to get myself to place a big order and include that!

I use Massa or Wilton since I don't use it too often.

The full recipe makes a good amount of gumpaste... but I totally understand if you need a ton.

How long can you store/keep Nic Lodge's gum paste? I am a hobby baker and do not use that much at one time.

It keeps for a good LONG time. When I make it... I separate it out into smaller bits (usually 6 pieces) and wrap them and pop them into a vacuum bag (just the hand held reynolds bags) and put it in the fridge. It keeps very well that way.

I tried using the CK gumpaste mix this weekend. It is no good for figure sculpting. Everything drooped and wilted. I haven't had time to try any flower with it.

I bit the bullet and ordered some more Satin Ice. I also ordered some more tylose so I can try the nick lodge recipe.

I looked for the Kerry Vincent book at both of our local bookstores with no luck.

Thanks for the suggestions!