You can try kneading in more Gum-Tex or Tylose powder if you have any, just a little at a time.
For a gum paste recipe that works brilliantly and never fails though, try this from Nicholas Lodge ~
http://www.firstimpressionsmolds.com/sugarpastefondantgumpasteandpastillage.aspx
Good luck!
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