Do I Use An Exacto Knife For Cutting Fondant?
Decorating By kater82 Updated 13 Mar 2010 , 9:16pm by robyndmy
If I wanted to cut a shape out of fondant, say an Elmo... would I use an exacto knife for a clean cut? what do you use?
Yes you can use an exacto knife. To get your good clean cuts always make sure you have a good, sharp blade. It also helps to leave the fondant sit for about 10 -15 minutes to firm up a little before cutting.
Ya an exacto knife works great. When I can't find it though, I'll also just use a small paring knife.
Hey price I have that exact same one,
Question to yah !!!
Have you tried to replace the blade? Mines is loose no matter how much I tighten its always loose , Im gonna have to get another one. I like that one alot I feel it gives me more control.
No, I haven't changed the blade in it yet. Right now mine is nice and tight, I hope I don't have a problem when I change the blade, because it's a really handy little tool!
You're very welcome. Make sure to let us know when you make your cake and post the picture!
Lorraine gave a tip that is great...
you know how you might get the feathering effect when cutting with the exacto knofe? well... dip in in hot water (even a paring knife) and wipe slightly... the heat melts the line u r cutting and u get a shap crisp cut....
i've seen cake dec. books where they say they use disposable scalpels! I haven't had any luck finding them cheaply though I'd love to go that route, I hate having to change blades and also when I misplace my exacto knife OR the extra blades and it's 2 am!!! lol
Lorraine gave a tip that is great...
you know how you might get the feathering effect when cutting with the exacto knofe? well... dip in in hot water (even a paring knife) and wipe slightly... the heat melts the line u r cutting and u get a shap crisp cut....
Thanks for passing on the tip! I always struggle with that, so I have to give this a try.
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