I'm not sure if I'm getting the hang of this or not....But I sure am having fun.

What I have learned. Gum paste is fun to work with but smells and taste a bit odd. I can not wait to make flowers like the "Cake Boss". I wonder if he needs an apprentice?

Who Says Fondant is Yucky Tasting?

After hearing that fondant is yucky and you just peel it off and throw it away, I decided to make my own and skip the "ready made". I think I found a yummy one with this wonderful recipe from Peggy Weaver. http://www.whatscookingamerica.net/PegW/Fondant.htm I have never worked with fondant (heck I am just now getting the hang of butter cream) so this was a real challenge for me. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I made my first fondant covered cake and although not flawless it turned out pretty darn cute. It got rave reviews from the recipient and my Oreo filling (one I created on the spur of the moment) in between the layers was spectacular. I have since signed up for Wilton's fondant and gum paste and hope to learn some real technique.