The Complete Photo Guide to Cake Decorating ~ Paperback ~ Autumn Carpenter

The Complete Photo Guide to Cake Decorating is a hefty and comprehensive how-to book about all of the most popular cake decorating techniques, including piped frosting, fondant, and hand modeled figures. For each technique, there is an overview of the tools and materials used and complete instructions with photos. The organization provides easy access to information with step-by-step directions and 600 full-color photos for clear understanding. Easy projects allow the reader to try the techniques in each section. Galleries of decorated cakes by various artists offer the reader examples and inspiration to pursue the hobby for themselves. Reviews “An almost catalogue sized book that does what it says on the cover; I was not familiar with US writer Autumn Carpenter before but she appears to be the US answer to UK sugarcraft author and business woman Lindy Smith. I am now a firm fan of Autumn’s cake decorating and cookie websites . Previously I would have recommended any new sugarcrafter to invest in a copy of The Home Guide to Cake Decorating by Jane Price however Autumn’s modern looking, colourfully photographed guide has now usurped this as my go-to guide for sugarcraft techniques reference. From flower making, to novelty shapes, embossing and airbrushing to more specialist airbrushing and chocolate wrapping, you’ll find virtually every cake decorating technique imaginable demonstrated in step by step pictures. If you make decorated cakes, chuck something else off your shelf to make room for this book. (This book is getting a rare 5 Star rating from me!)” maisoncupcake.com “Sugar artist Carpenter (All About Candy Making) perfectly explains her book: ‘If you are a beginning decorator, this book will serve as a step-by-step course in cake decorating. If you are an experienced or professional decorator, this book will quickly become your go-to guide when seeking out new techniques.’ This is an all-inclusive look at how to make a stunning cake from start to finish. Organized in easy-to-browse sections, it takes readers through the process from preparation, tools, and recipes; to decorating techniques and templates; to extras to make your projects special; to a gallery of designs for inspiration. The numerous photographs are not only visually appealing but educational, and add to the quality of this exceptional work. Essential for anyone interested in baking and decorating cakes.” – Library Journal Table of Contents Introduction Basic Cake Preparation Tools for Baking and Decorating Cakes Baking the Cake Torting and Filling Cakes Filling Recipes Baking Cupcakes Filling Cupcakes Icing Recipes Rolled Icing and Icing for Sculpting Recipes Food Color Icing the Cake in Buttercream Buttercream Iced Cakes with Texture Covering a Cake with Ganache Covering a Cake with Rolled Fondant Cake Mortar Icing a Cupcake Covering Cupcakes with Ganache Covering Cupcakes with Fondant Crispy Treat Sculptures Cake Boards Stacking Cakes Shelf Life, Storage, and Transportation of Cakes Cupake Chart Understanding Circumference and Diameter Cake Chart Piping TechnIques Using Pastry Bags, Tips, and Couplers Tip Usage Basic Piping Piped Borders Writing Simple Flowers Advanced Flowers Royal Icing Decorations Run Sugar Pictures Brush Embroidery Stringwork Extension Work Lacework Projects Fondant and Gum Paste Accents Pasta Machine Clay Extruders Silicone Border Molds Accents with Silicone Molds Accents with Candy Molds General Rolling and Cutting Instructions for Gum Paste and Fondant Pieces Cookie Cutter Cutouts Gum Paste Letter Cutters Patchwork Cutters Making Picks 3-D Gum Paste Pieces Plunger Cutters Basic Information on Flower Making Gerbera Daisies Roses Stephanotis Calla Lily (Arum Lilies) Faux Fabric Roses and Leaves Curly Streamer Bow Gum Paste Bows Ribbon Bands Dividing and Marking the Cake for Drapes and Swags Ruffles and Frills Drapes Smocking Eyelet Decorating Quilling Gum Paste Basic Shapes for Hand Modeling Hand-Modeling Animals Hand-Modeling People Projects Miscellaneous TechnIques Adding Shimmer and Sparkle to Cakes Stencils Edible Frosting Sheets Painting and Coloring on Fondant Airbrushing Cricut Cake Natural Landscapes Chocolate Wrapped Cake Chocolate Molding Gelatin Accents Isomalt Projects Design Gallery Resources About the Author Acknowledgments Index Author Biography Autumn Carpenter is a skilled sugar artist, demonstrator, teacher, and author. She is a third generation candymaker and confectionary artist. Autumn demonstrates annually at the International Cake Exploration Societe and travels the US teaching her craft. She has selfpublished several books on cake decorating, cookie decorating, cupcakes, and candy making. She is partowner of a retail cake and candy supply shop and has a successful website.