I am working on a order that is requesting a edible figure. What is best to use, this will be a kid's video game character. How far in advance can I make the figure. I am not sure the date I will need it done by yet but I would like to begin practicing. If I some how get it right the first time, it would be nice to not have to make it twice Any thoughts, tips and ideas would be appreciated!!

I usually use a mixture of fondant/gumpaste. It can be made months in advance. The head for the peacock cake I did for my daughter was made a month in advance.

Thanks! I will give that a try!! Haven't gotten the job yet but wanna have a plan, it would be for Feb 18th so I'd want to start as soon as I get the okay.