Hello everyone! I will be making a cowboys helmet cake and I need tips and instructions on how I can make it.

I'm really confused about gumpaste and fondant. Ive seen great helmet cakes here on CC. How do those fondant pieces stick to the cake?

I was thinking about getting a real faceguard since I can't find any instructions on how to make one.

So far, I know I need a ball pan and 2 other pans. Not sure of size. I know I have to freeze it to make the carving easier.

What can I use to "paint" the outside of the helmet really smooth and silver? I dont have an airbrush machine

Any tips, help and instructions are really appreciated.