Monday, October 12, 2009

Gum paste Part 2

There are many different tools that are used in the making of gum paste flowers and cake adornments. But you can begin with just a few and as you get more experienced with the technique you can invest in more elaborate tools and equipment.

Don't be overwhelmed with the list below. You only need to purchase a few tools to get stared.

In segment #3 and #4 I will explain the use of each one.  That should take at least two posts, maybe more.


  • Gum paste:  this comes in tub sizes. Generally 2 pound and 5 pound tubs.I prefer the brand name “Satin Ice”. It is a very good quality. I also use “Satin Ice” fondant. 
  • Leaf veiners
  • Cutters: The cutters come in sets. Usually 4-6 cutters per set in all shapes. Hearts, circles, squares, tear drops, stars, rectangles etc.
  • Molds: fruits, vedg, fans, leaves, flowers, animals, frames, golf balls, doll faces, baby shoes. Sea shells, cameos,
  • Bead makers, bead cutters.  
  • Sugar craft gun: for ropes , ribbons, hair, basket weave and many other shapes.
  • Letter press sets
  • Lily Nail sets
  • Rose sets
  • Orchid sets
  • Daisy sets
  • Paint brushes
  • Crimper tools
  • Sculpturing tools:  Wilton sells a 10pc Gum Paste tool set that is perfect for the beginner.             They also sell Gum paste, but I personally have never used it.
  • Flower cutter sets
  • Leave cutter sets
  • Cutter mats: cuts multiple shapes
  • Fondant smoother
  • Work mats. These come in a variety of sizes and finishes. Some have grids pre-printed on them. Others are textured with flowers or other patterns.
  • Fondant rolling pin
  • Shaker for corn starch
  • Former molds
  • Forming cups
  • Dryer racks
  • Flower formers
  • CelShapes: leaves, scrolls, flowers, swans, teddy bears, vases, birds, wings, butterflies, buttons, swags, lace and many many more.
  • Fondant/gum paste press
  • Pasta machine
  • Cutting wheel
  • Exacto blade cutter
  • Craft knife
  • Long tweezers
  • Dusting pouches
  • Water brush
  • Floral tape
  • Floral wire
  • Stamens
  • Coloring dust
  • Flower stand. Holds sugar flowers in progress
  • Quilting markers
  • How-to Books

 All or most of these items can be purchased ,at least for the beginning level, at your local craft store, Wal-mart, etc



Keep on Baking!!! Fondly, DCRose
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5 comments:

  1. I really love your blog. Always sharing generously~~Thank you :)

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  2. Thank you Anncoo. So much of what I do I had to learn myself. Thant is why I started my blog so I could share my knowledge. I love decorating and baking and I am happy to pass it on to others.

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  3. Thanks for the list! As I've told you before, we dont get much stuff over here, so I'm always noting things down, and pleading relatives to get me some!!

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  4. Avanika, I could purchase some things for you and send them to you. If we just get a few things at a time, I can use the Flat rate box from the post office that is $10.99 US dollars. Let me know.

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  5. Ancco excellent information thank you very much, you're big on these issues I hope to read more of your topics

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