Tips For Using Diamond Impression Matts

Decorating By Wandootie Updated 9 Dec 2005 , 12:50am by MrsMissey

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Wandootie Posted 8 Dec 2005 , 9:00pm
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I recently purcahsed a diamond impression matt. I have yet to use it. I was wondering if anyone has a tip for using it properly or any tricks that work for you.

Thanks!

Wanda

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mamafrogcakes Posted 8 Dec 2005 , 9:45pm
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I've only used it on BC and the most important thing with that is to make sure the BC has crusted slightly before you begin, otherwise it will be a mess. Depending on what BC recipe your using, you also don't want it to crust too much. Being in TX, I usually stick my cake in the fridge for about 10-15 mins to get it nice and crisp, then go around with the mat. Good luck! I love that thing!

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MrsMissey Posted 8 Dec 2005 , 9:53pm
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Definitely use a crusting BC icing and then simply press the mat into the icing...it's pretty simple. The impression mats can also be used on fondant..I do it on fresh fondant. I haven't tried it on fondant that has dried though.

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hamie Posted 9 Dec 2005 , 12:11am
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any tips on getting the end/beginning to line up perfectly?

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Meeka Posted 9 Dec 2005 , 12:33am
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To keep the pattern lined up I took a marker on the back side and made lines down the center of the first diamond and the last full diamond, I only press between the lines. That way when I have to move it I just place the mat over the the last impression and keep going. I also made little handles to help pull the mat off the icing.

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MrsMissey Posted 9 Dec 2005 , 12:50am
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..since they are clear, I never really had a problem lining them up....except for the last impression and I just make sure that goes in the back.

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