Making Water With Piping Gel Question
Decorating By KerrieD Updated 25 Aug 2011 , 2:04am by natesmomma
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I recently did the same thing on a cake and I didn't have any issues at all. You really don't need much at all to give the effect you are going for. I added my coloring to the gel and made sure to mix it in a way the I didn't end up with tons of bubbles. A fork worked best for me. I added it to the cake in small amounts. Good luck!
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Like MajesticCupcakes said "you only need a little" so start out with a very small about, and then add until you get the shade you need.
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A little piping gel goes a long way. When I add color, I don't mix it in all the way. The "marbled" look gives the impression of waves. If you want to make whitecaps, like in an ocean, I put a layer of white buttercream under the piping gel. Then, as I mix in the blue coloring, I end up lifting some of the buttercream to the surface, creating whitecaps. I've never had a problem with buttercream or fondant with the piping gel. You'll be fine!!!
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