I could totally tell you were frustrated with this cake! I was cracking up because now I know I'm not the only one who feels this way sometimes. Thank you for being so real!! I love you 💕
I have been using tap its for 25+ years. A few years ago I watched a video on tap its by a Master cake decorator Nicholas Lodge.I must say your video was more detailed than his. I have also seen some other Master decorators demo tap its at the I.C.E.S convention and they weren't as detailed as you. You are truly gifted. Keep up the good work.
OMG! Seems like I am always on your heels with the cakes!! I have to make 2 book cakes for this Saturday and I didn’t see a tutorial from you to make these. Can you do one tomorrow??? 😆LOL!!!! Great video. I ordered the tappits. They are pricey so I didn’t get two sets like you advices but I will!!! I know that I know they’ll break. They are really nice. I had never heard of them before. You’re full of information. I am so grateful to you. I’ve been doing cakes for a long time but since I’ve discovered you, my cakes are so much better. Thank you for what you do. There’s no one else out there quite like you. You’re the best!
Do you use a pasta roller to roll your fondant pieces? Best money I ever spent! I just attach it to the front of my Kitchen Aid, turn on the mixer and feed the fondant through. Let the machine do the work for you! You start with the dial at "1" and it rolls to the thickness I attach my edible image decorations to, and when you turn the dial to "4" it's the perfect thickness for tappits! What's great is when you change it to the "fettucine" size attachment, it roll several strips and makes the perfect 1/4" strips for curliques, lol.
I absolutely love your work , thank you for people like you. My cakes look definitely better because I did with your advice ❤ really love your energy and creativity ❤
Thank you SO much for this video! I used tappits today for the first time and all I had read about them was how much of a nightmare to use they are. But after watching this and following your tips and advice it went like a dream! So thank you for being so generous with your knowledge and making your videos so fun and easy to watch ❤💛💙
@@KarolynsKakes the "tapping" took a little practice at first... damn things were flying all over the place initially... think my taps were a bit too enthusiastic 😂😂
I follow the same process but use my non stick rolling pin to rub on each letter until it breaks off clean, then tap it gently and it falls out.. I also use a brush and cornstarch in each letter before putting the squares in. Works perfectly.. No hard smashing, and I've had my set for years.
Hi I hope she sees this. I also commented how I saw someone else doing it. It worked with one tap. The back end was held flat against counter and the top part was lifted to create some tension. Upon release and in turn tapping on the counter it would release easily. Is that how you do it too?
Ooh thank you dear. Apart from learning how to use the tap things 😀,, I've learnt how to arrange and put those letters on cake. Thank you very very much.
Thank you for the great tutorial. I love how you use a wide brush to paint the gold on the letters. So much faster than I’ve been doing it. Can you please show us how you made your cake toppers for the school logos? Yours so very nicely done.
Thank you Carey! I use the technique shown in this video, but with the pictures of the Owl and the T instead of the cookie. th-cam.com/video/GoicCsltiuA/w-d-xo.html
Thank you so much for this brilliant tutorial. Some great tips. I always struggle to get the letters out, using shortening is brilliant. Just love watching your channel. Love your honesty about your cakes you make me laugh thank you x
Hi Karolyn! I love your tutorials. I feel like a beginner home baker like myself can decorate like a pro! 😁 I’m curious if you can post a tutorial video on how you did that book cake? Such amazing work! Thanks!
Thank you Crystal! A lot of people are asking about the book tutorial. I actually don't love making these, so I didn't film it! LOL If I make them again, I will see if I can film it.
Hi Karolyn I have a little tip concerning the tappits to avoid banging them several times. Try a different way of removing the fondant letters to maybe avoid having them break on you so often. I saw this method in another video a while ago. I will try to explain as best as I can what I saw. It worked for that person. - Press to cut out letters as usual. - Put tappit flat on the counter. Press the back of tappit down. At the same time lift the other end as high as you need to and then release( It's a bit like an elastic band stretch method ). The top part of the tappit should hit on the counter and the letters should come out in one tap.
They are linked in the description, they are called TAPPITS. I added LETTER CUTTERS so you know what it is! It's at the top of the list under TOOLS I USED
I'm not sure what you're asking about the kind of cake? This was a lemon cake baked in 1/4 sheet pan and cut to the shape of the books. The fondant is my Marshmallow Fondant made from scratch!
@@KarolynsKakes thank you for reply Yes you gotta my question and I got my answer 😄thank you Look very nice The reason I ask because in looks heavy and on top of each other So it’s box cake right? Waiting for your reply
Question about this cake, is the top book cake on a board or how did you support the weight of the top book so it didn’t crush the bottom one? I have to make a cake like this and my fear is the structural integrity. Thank you!
THe top book is resting on a rectangular piece of cardboard, slightly smaller than the cake. In the bottom tier, there are bubble tea straws cut to the height of that bottom book. Then the cardboard under the top book rests upon the straws and prevents it from collapsing. This video explains stacking round cakes, but the process is the same. th-cam.com/video/VwD3RqCasxg/w-d-xo.html
Once again, Thank You for such a Great Tutorial Video. I had just searched fondant Letter punch in Amazon h like a week ago, and was going to buy some next week. However what I found was individual letter punch sets. Where you press into the fondant and then when you pull away you push a plunger in to push the letter out. Question? Would this be as easy as what you use? Or is it not as good? I know when you talk about a tool or product, you always link it, and if it doesn't make a difference you usually say anything similar would also work, and or explain why you like that one best... So I was just wondering. TIA have a great day
I've never used those. However, I have a lot of plunger products (just shapes, snowflakes and flowers) and they work really well! So I would assume that those would be good too.
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I could totally tell you were frustrated with this cake! I was cracking up because now I know I'm not the only one who feels this way sometimes. Thank you for being so real!! I love you 💕
LOL Love you too Bren!
I have been using tap its for 25+ years. A few years ago I watched a video on tap its by a Master cake decorator Nicholas Lodge.I must say your video was more detailed than his. I have also seen some other Master decorators demo tap its at the I.C.E.S convention and they weren't as detailed as you. You are truly gifted. Keep up the good work.
Awwww Theresa, thank you so much! 😊💜🙏
OMG! Seems like I am always on your heels with the cakes!! I have to make 2 book cakes for this Saturday and I didn’t see a tutorial from you to make these. Can you do one tomorrow??? 😆LOL!!!!
Great video. I ordered the tappits. They are pricey so I didn’t get two sets like you advices but I will!!! I know that I know they’ll break. They are really nice. I had never heard of them before. You’re full of information. I am so grateful to you. I’ve been doing cakes for a long time but since I’ve discovered you, my cakes are so much better. Thank you for what you do. There’s no one else out there quite like you. You’re the best!
Awwww Myra! You're so sweet, thank you!!
I would love a video on how to make book stack cake. ❤ I’ve learned soo much from you already
Yes!!!!!! When i saw it at IG i said i hope she teach us how to do these letters. Thank you!
You got it! 🎉🙌
Do you use a pasta roller to roll your fondant pieces? Best money I ever spent! I just attach it to the front of my Kitchen Aid, turn on the mixer and feed the fondant through. Let the machine do the work for you! You start with the dial at "1" and it rolls to the thickness I attach my edible image decorations to, and when you turn the dial to "4" it's the perfect thickness for tappits! What's great is when you change it to the "fettucine" size attachment, it roll several strips and makes the perfect 1/4" strips for curliques, lol.
This is awesome, I really need to invest in that! Thank you!
I absolutely love your work , thank you for people like you. My cakes look definitely better because I did with your advice ❤ really love your energy and creativity ❤
Adzia! This makes me so happy to hear, love this! 😊🎉
Thank you SO much for this video! I used tappits today for the first time and all I had read about them was how much of a nightmare to use they are. But after watching this and following your tips and advice it went like a dream! So thank you for being so generous with your knowledge and making your videos so fun and easy to watch ❤💛💙
Yessss Paula! They are a nightmare if you don't have the fondant right! I'm glad it helped you 🙌😊
@@KarolynsKakes the "tapping" took a little practice at first... damn things were flying all over the place initially... think my taps were a bit too enthusiastic 😂😂
I follow the same process but use my non stick rolling pin to rub on each letter until it breaks off clean, then tap it gently and it falls out.. I also use a brush and cornstarch in each letter before putting the squares in. Works perfectly.. No hard smashing, and I've had my set for years.
Hi
I hope she sees this. I also commented how I saw someone else doing it. It worked with one tap. The back end was held flat against counter and the top part was lifted to create some tension. Upon release and in turn tapping on the counter it would release easily.
Is that how you do it too?
Thank you! This is why I love TH-cam. I learn from you guys too!
Thank you. I love how you take the time to link the products you use. I have often made a purchase after watching you demonstrate how to use them
You're welcome, Robyn! 😊🙌
Ooh thank you dear.
Apart from learning how to use the tap things 😀,, I've learnt how to arrange and put those letters on cake. Thank you very very much.
Thank you for the great tutorial. I love how you use a wide brush to paint the gold on the letters. So much faster than I’ve been doing it. Can you please show us how you made your cake toppers for the school logos? Yours so very nicely done.
Thank you Carey! I use the technique shown in this video, but with the pictures of the Owl and the T instead of the cookie.
th-cam.com/video/GoicCsltiuA/w-d-xo.html
Once again a great tutorial I never used this technique but I agave to try it 👍🏻😊
Thank you so much for this brilliant tutorial. Some great tips. I always struggle to get the letters out, using shortening is brilliant. Just love watching your channel. Love your honesty about your cakes you make me laugh thank you x
Awesome tutorial, I have seriously struggled with the tappits.
It's all about getting that fondant hard enough so it pops out and keeps its shape!
I’m really interested in the cake lol since graduation is coming up
Thank you so much for amazing videos
Please teach how put photos on the side or around cake ?
You read my mind! Thank you so much for sharing this! I'm definitely going to buy a sweet or two to give these letters a try ❤️
Wonderful!🙌
Karolyn, thank you for your willingness to help others😊
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Thank you for sharing, you are amazing!
Thank you Jossi! 🙌💜
That's a beautiful cake Karolyn! I just got those same Tappits last week!
Thanks love! Have you used them yet?
Oh yes
Hi Karolyn! I love your tutorials. I feel like a beginner home baker like myself can decorate like a pro! 😁 I’m curious if you can post a tutorial video on how you did that book cake? Such amazing work! Thanks!
Thank you Crystal! A lot of people are asking about the book tutorial. I actually don't love making these, so I didn't film it! LOL If I make them again, I will see if I can film it.
Hi Karolyn
I have a little tip concerning the tappits to avoid banging them several times. Try a different way of removing the fondant letters to maybe avoid having them break on you so often.
I saw this method in another video a while ago. I will try to explain as best as I can what I saw. It worked for that person.
- Press to cut out letters as usual.
- Put tappit flat on the counter. Press the back of tappit down. At the same time lift the other end as high as you need to and then release( It's a bit like an elastic band stretch method ). The top part of the tappit should hit on the counter and the letters should come out in one tap.
Oohhhhhhh I have to try this, thank you!!
Great tutorial but, how the hell did you make the books??? They're awesome!!
We’re to buy the letters I look but didn’t fine noting thank you for the class 🎂🥰
They are linked in the description, they are called TAPPITS. I added LETTER CUTTERS so you know what it is! It's at the top of the list under TOOLS I USED
I've learned so much from you!!! Thanks!!
Glad to help!
Thanks for the info. So helpful
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Love the way these turn out, but they are a pain to work with. I usually have letters flying too.
Yes! They are easy to use and pretty, but also a pain in the butt! 😂
Thank you for this tutorial!!! Now I can use mine without 🤬! 😆
Yes!!😂😂
Thank you for sharing
What kind of cake you use also do you use fondant from scratch
Waiting for your reply
I'm not sure what you're asking about the kind of cake? This was a lemon cake baked in 1/4 sheet pan and cut to the shape of the books. The fondant is my Marshmallow Fondant made from scratch!
@@KarolynsKakes thank you for reply
Yes you gotta my question and I got my answer 😄thank you
Look very nice
The reason I ask because in looks heavy and on top of each other
So it’s box cake right?
Waiting for your reply
Question about this cake, is the top book cake on a board or how did you support the weight of the top book so it didn’t crush the bottom one? I have to make a cake like this and my fear is the structural integrity. Thank you!
THe top book is resting on a rectangular piece of cardboard, slightly smaller than the cake. In the bottom tier, there are bubble tea straws cut to the height of that bottom book. Then the cardboard under the top book rests upon the straws and prevents it from collapsing. This video explains stacking round cakes, but the process is the same. th-cam.com/video/VwD3RqCasxg/w-d-xo.html
@@KarolynsKakes thank you!
Do you think this would work with gum paste?
It should. Just be mindful that gum paste dries out really fast, so keep the pieces you're not using in a ziplock bag until you're ready to use it.
your amazing i love your video's xx
Aww you're so sweet, thank you Jennie!😊
Awesome cake, Karolyn! Great tutorial :) Is the gold metallic 'paint' edible? I know some metallic dusts and paints aren't.
It is food approved in Europe, Canada, and Australia, otherwise it is considered non-toxic and for decorative use only.
Once again, Thank You for such a Great Tutorial Video.
I had just searched fondant Letter punch in Amazon h like a week ago, and was going to buy some next week. However what I found was individual letter punch sets. Where you press into the fondant and then when you pull away you push a plunger in to push the letter out.
Question? Would this be as easy as what you use? Or is it not as good? I know when you talk about a tool or product, you always link it, and if it doesn't make a difference you usually say anything similar would also work, and or explain why you like that one best... So I was just wondering. TIA have a great day
I've never used those. However, I have a lot of plunger products (just shapes, snowflakes and flowers) and they work really well! So I would assume that those would be good too.
@@KarolynsKakes thanks.
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Did you use only one layer of gold when you painted the letters?
Yup! I could have deepened it if I wanted to, but I thought it was good with 1 coat.
@@KarolynsKakes that's good. All the ones I have used I always had to do 2 coats. I'm going to have to try that brand. Thank you!