This is a buttercream rendition of the Mad Hatter Top hat. I piped everything in buttercream, and areas that need smoothing, i either use my ring finger dipped in very warm water, then shake it off before smoothing. I also use a small angled spatula where needed (on and around the note on the cake). I used a toothpick to make marks around the top edge to give some texture. then I used a small art brush made for cake decor dipped in silver edible paint. I used a light hand while brushing around top edge of hat, then a thicker layer around the note in several layers. I piped the scarf in a wide rose tip. then smoothed with finger dipped in warm water. Pipe fringe of scarf in #3. #4 message for writing. ~ I hope you enjoy!