The Explosion of cake Decorating Methods

The world of cake decorating has exploded with new techniques and methods. Over the past 25 years or so cake decorating has evolved, from simple cakes that were made mainly for flavor, to complex, multi-layered, multi-tiered delicacies that are shaped like realistic objects and entered into competitions. Along with the changing methods, tools have advanced as well. Today, elaborately decorated cakes are common, not just for a wedding, but…

Hand painting directly on your fondant or royal icing is a technique that is not only beautiful, but addicting as well.

You can achieve a beautiful scenery with a one stroke method or really show your painting artistry. You do not necessarily have to be an artist to hand paint; if however your are blessed with advanced painting/drawing skills your cakes can go to a whole new level. Take a look at Nevie-Pie cake Natasha is an amazing cake painter.
Flower paste/gumpaste flowers are always in demand, as they have evolved to appearing as real as fresh flowers.
Here is a Black Magic Rose I created for a fall wedding!

Fashion inspired fondant is in high demand for weddings anniversaries and speciality cakes.

Lambeth method of piping is a vintage technique that has gained popularity lately.
It is an english piping technique that is the definition of elegance.

Tufted Billow Weave is an exciting new design, where the fondant appears to resemble fabric pillows.

I have only lightly scratched the cake decorating technique surface…There are a plethora of methods to be shared, this is a great beginning!

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