LOL- I do lettering at 2AM as well- so you are def not alone!! hmmm, maybe a few things that will help: roll out your fondant and cut into strips and let it sit out for a good long time-(like do this part at 10PM if you are planning on a 2AM lettering session!) I use a cut strip of viva paper towel draped across the cake to use as a guide to keep the lettering straight, Usually my letters are all wonky on the cake initially and I use a soft small paint brush or an exacto knife to position them better- also I use the tip of my exacto knife to ‘pick-up’ the letters instead of my manly hands! HTH!!
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