Correct me if I am wrong, but does this look like a spatula was pulled up on the sides to get this look?? An individual gave me this picture to have her cake match it. Thanks in advance!

http://www.oncewed.com/8448/wedding-blog/diy-wedding/diy-tree-pedestal-cake-stand/

I think that you can use a spatula or a butter knife to make this look. I would take the knife and just pull it straight up, continue until you are sone with the whole cake. Hope this helps.

There was a thread about texture yesterday you might look for that. I think you are right about using a spatula.

If I made this cake it would look like I just couldn't get my icing smooth, but here it looks artistic - go figure.

I do this on some cakes. some clients love this look. Yes, use spatula and pull up. At least , that is what i do.hth

Thanks everyone! I was quite happy with the design given......don't have to worry about smoothing any of it!

it also looke like they pulled the spatula straight out off the cake to make it more textured.

Yep straight up with the spatula, I did one last year like that. Felt weird. The picture isn't the greatest it's the 1st page 2nd row.