Impressions On Buttercream -- Is It Possible?

Decorating By cake-angel Updated 27 Apr 2007 , 2:22pm by cake-angel

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cake-angel Posted 26 Apr 2007 , 2:47pm
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Could I make impressions on buttercream using a piece of lace? I am trying to finalize the design for this wedding cake that is Mid May. I have a piece of lace applique that I want to use for a pattern. I have pressed it into a piece of fondant and a piece of gumpaste and am waiting for them to dry. I either need to find a way to pipe the pattern or impress. I was just wondering if it could be pressed into buttercream. Any ideas??

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monizcel Posted 26 Apr 2007 , 3:36pm
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If you use a crusting BC and let the BC crust for 10-15 minutes after application you should be able to make an impression in the BC.

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GeminiRJ Posted 26 Apr 2007 , 5:53pm
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You could try it on chilled buttercream. Assuming the cake will fit in your freezer to chill completely!

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cake-angel Posted 26 Apr 2007 , 7:52pm
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Should I do anything to the lace before I use it on buttercream? I just roled it into the gumpaste witha rolling pin but I can't see that working on the side of a buttercream cake. Any ideas?

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cake-angel Posted 27 Apr 2007 , 1:05am
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Anybody??? Bump!

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nsouza Posted 27 Apr 2007 , 1:43am
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Ive tried it before let it crust and chill first. Shouldnt have a problem thumbs_up.gif

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heidisuesmom Posted 27 Apr 2007 , 1:52am
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What about using the fondant smoothing tool to gently smooth it on to the side?

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CakesBySandy Posted 27 Apr 2007 , 2:03am
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I use impression mats on crusted buttercream alot and it works quite nicely. With the lace I would probably dust it with some powdered sugar before pressing against the frosting.

Good luck!!

Sandy

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cake-angel Posted 27 Apr 2007 , 2:22pm
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Thank you everyone!! I am going to try it on my small dummy today!!

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