A Quick Dummy Question.. Please Help

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katharry Posted 20 Jan 2007 , 6:21pm
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Hi there, I am doing a few cakes today one of which I want to use a 7inch dummy (by itself) to put a figure on.

What is the best way to cover this? Im using a dummy so that the person can keep it for a little while so I dont think Ill get it back. Do I wrap I still wrap it in plastic wrap first? Do I use buttercream? Or can I jus cover it straight over the dummy with fondant?

Please help & many thanks

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Fairytale Posted 20 Jan 2007 , 6:27pm
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All you need to do is get the dummy a little wet, then apply fondant. If you don't put enought water, the fondant will stick and pull. I took a class from Colette, and that's how she does it. I do it all the time and it works perfectly. Good luck.

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katharry Posted 20 Jan 2007 , 6:34pm
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Thank you fairytale - thank you HEAPS thumbs_up.gif

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mjs4492 Posted 20 Jan 2007 , 6:36pm
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Thank you for asking this question and my thanks also fairytale!!!!

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Sugarbean Posted 20 Jan 2007 , 7:35pm
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Just a note...On the flip side, don't put too much water either because it will seep through the bottom and make your fondant sticky as well. icon_smile.gif

I actually have an hairspray type spritzer that I use. A couple small sprays and Wha-la!

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DianeLM Posted 20 Jan 2007 , 8:47pm
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Be sure to sand down the top edge of your dummy or the fondant may tear. thumbs_up.gif

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southernbelle Posted 21 Jan 2007 , 1:25am
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The last dummy I did just used crisco (lightly) all over and then covered with fondant. Worked great.

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korkyo Posted 21 Jan 2007 , 3:06am
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For future reference, if you want to reuse you dummies and like to keep them clean I have found glad Press and Seal works well. Smothes well and pulls off clean.
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TexasSugar Posted 21 Jan 2007 , 3:19am
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As was mentioned you want to round the edge of your dummy when using fondant. I usually press the edge against a hard surface and wiggle it a little. It will round it for you.

I've attached fondant to styrofoam using piping gel and corn syrup. I know you can use water, but if you use too much your fondant could melt a little.

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