Archive for the ‘Cake Decorating’ Category

Add Texture to Buttercream Cakes With Icing Combs

Saturday, April 14th, 2012

Last week I talked about using the Icing Smoother to make perfectly smooth buttercream cakes. Today, it’s all about the texture! Introducing the new and much-improved Wilton Icing Comb Set! There are so many reasons why I love these things: (more…)

Create Precise Cake Layers with a Cake Leveler

Friday, April 13th, 2012

One of my favorite decorating tools is the cake leveler. I cannot torte a cake without one. Wilton’s updated small cake leveler makes it easier than ever to create perfectly level cake tops and layers. (more…)

We’ve Got Decorating in the Bag

Thursday, April 12th, 2012

As I grow as a decorator, my collection of decorating tools is growing too! I had tubs all over my kitchen with random tips thrown here, my rolling pin thrown there. Decorating bags were in a cabinet across from everything else. I was lucky if I could ever track down my spatulas in the same place twice. I needed a storage solution that I could tuck into the hall closet and pull out when I got the itch to decorate. I needed the new Wilton Decorator Preferred Carry-All Tote! (more…)

Welcome Back Barbie™

Wednesday, April 11th, 2012

Each year Wilton introduces new licensed character products. In doing so, we always strive to stay current and fun. What is being searched for on our website? What are the hottest themes kids want for their birthday parties? What is selling off the shelves at retail? The answer this year is Barbie™! (more…)

Get a Smooth Buttercream Finish

Tuesday, April 10th, 2012

There is nothing more satisfying in the world of cake decorating than getting a perfect, smooth finish on a buttercream iced cake…and sometimes, there is nothing more frustrating than trying to achieve that perfection! (more…)

Decorator Preferred Tool Caddy

Monday, April 9th, 2012

Every decorator has a repertoire of their favorite tools and supplies that are essential to their decorating process. But how do you keep your supplies organized while you decorate, and where do you store them afterwards? (more…)

Handy Decorating Bag Sleeve

Sunday, April 8th, 2012

Have you ever felt like you needed an extra pair of hands when you’re filling icing bags? Our new Decorating Bag Sleeves help make the filling process easier and less messy.

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Creating Bold & Beautiful Fondant Cakes is Easy!

Saturday, April 7th, 2012

If you’ve ever colored fondant you know what a painstaking task it can be! Kneading concentrated gel color into white fondant can be a messy and frustrating process. Mixing to achieve rich, deep hues like red or black results in stained hands and countertops and fondant with a less than desirable flavor and texture.

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New Wilton Decorating Bag Tip and Icing Color Organizers

Friday, April 6th, 2012

We know how important organization, storage, and work space are to decorators, and the new Decorating Bag Tip Organizer and Icing Color Organizer were designed with that mind. Both, like all of our new Wilton tools, are intended to make it easier for you to Decorate Smart.
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Ultimate Trim-N-Turn Caddy

Thursday, April 5th, 2012

You know that moment of hesitation when the sweat starts to bead… when your cake starts to slide off of your turntable and into your carrier. That freshly decorated cake you spent countless hours and a couple of late nights perfecting is about to be ruined.
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