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Gumpaste Succulent Tutorial

By Jackie

As seen in Cake Central Magazine Volume 1, Issue 6. Succulents, also known as fat plants, are water-retaining plants known for their plump...

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Buttercream Succulents Tutorial

By LeanneW

We love this tutorial for buttercream succulents by Vanessa from Cake Style. Now you can have your succulents and eat them too. Video By...

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How to Make Potted Gumpaste Succulent

By tarttokig

These sweet little potted succulents are perfect for adding that extra touch of freshness to dessert time. Whether you're making a...

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Succulent Cakes Too Pretty To Eat

By Jackie

Cake Decorating with buttercream Succulents, gumpaste succulents, or fondant succulents can be themed from modern, to rustic. These...

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Top Succulent Wedding Cakes

By Jackie

Succulents (sempervivum, houseleek, echeveria) or cactus are a versatile colorful plant that makes a beautiful accent to any wedding cake,...

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Top Back to School Cakes

By LeanneW

These clever back-to-school cakes, cookies and cake pops all get an “A+” from us! Sweeten up the first day of school by sending...

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Chalkboard Cupcake Toppers

By LeanneW

A quick tutorial showing you how to make fondant chalkboard cupcake toppers. I made these for my 3 daughters’ Kinder and school...

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How To Make A GIANT APPLE Out Of CAKE For Back-To-School

By Jackie

Hi, I'm Yolanda! Some people call me the Beyoncé of cakes. I post my drool-worthy, jaw-dropping caking creations every Tuesday at...

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Top Food-Inspired Cakes

By kvandraiss

The Cake Central forums are filled with food-inspired cakes that look strikingly like their savory counterparts, from lavish pasta dishes...

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Friday Faves: Cakes for Kids, Weddings and Spring

By justinemcd

Pink sugar roses and cute gumpaste kittens; vintage tea parties and warm scents from the kitchen; three-layer cakes covered in buttercream...