Browse Decorating Techniques

Dog

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

A dog is also a decorator’s best friend—it’s so easy to figure pipe on a cupcake or cake. A series of balls and oblong shapes, topped off with pull-out dot fur, is all you need to pipe this pup.

Cell Phone

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

Here´s a fondant decoration that will really connect with kids! We used Neon and Natural Fondant Multi Packs to make this simple shape—but you can create a phone in any color you like using tinted white fondant.

Cow Heads

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

Figure pipe cow heads using a variety of basic techniques, including shell motion head and petal motion ears, dot features and pull-out hair.

Fondant Candles

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

A very bright idea! Fondant candles with sparkling star flames.

Gum Paste Rose

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

Individual hand-shaped petals are the secret to the incredible realism of Gum Paste Roses. Gum paste can be rolled very thin, yet hold its shape. As a result, your flowers will have texture and form that rivals nature.

Cornelli Lace

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

The perfect look for formal presentations, such as wedding and anniversary cupcakes. The precise, lacy design of this freehand technique depends on the continuous curving strings that do not overlap or touch.

Calla Lily

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

The graceful calla lily gets its signature curls from easy-to-shape gum paste.

Plumeria Flowers

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

Plumeria Flowers like dazzling pinwheels, with twisting petals in a star formation. Capture the soft contrasting colors with brushstrokes of non-toxic chalk.

Clown Candy Face

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

It´s the big top for your cupcake - a jolly jester decorated on a candy face made in our Melting Plate.

Fleur De Lis

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

Formerly a symbol of the royal coat of arms of France, this impressive decoration is now generally synonymous with anything French. The swirled shells represent a lily. Watch our online video.

Corn

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

Try our golden ears of corn on your cakes and cupcakes—for summertime or Thanksgiving. The easy bead kernels and pull-out leaves create a freshly-picked look.

Shell

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

The Shell is the most popular icing technique of all. It’s the basis for many borders, fleurs de lis and more. Lift the tip only slightly when piping to avoid a bumpy look.

Butterfly

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

Our friendly butterfly stands out on your cake with its stand-up fondant wings. Use Color Mist™ food color spray to decorate wings in a variety of shades or to create fun designs.

Carrots

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

Use this carrot technique to top off your favorite carrot cake cupcakes!

Basketweave

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

This technique turns any treat into beautiful baskets. Perfect for Easter, Mother's Day, bridal or any Spring and summertime theme.

Clouds (with color mist)

Difficulty: Somewhat Easy

Creating Clouds with Color Mist™ is a breeze! Because Color Mist works like an airbrush, you can add the subtle color variations needed for a cloud background on your cake top.