Fondant / Suitable
Dries semi-firm and is available in a wide variety of pre-mixed colors. If you have fondant and want to create more delicate flowers, adding tylose or cmc powder will allow the flowers to dry firmer. Fondant is water based and will dry quickly, making working times shorter.
Gum Paste / Best Results
Dries extremely firm, quickly. Rolls out very thin, creating professional, life-like petal and leaf work. Gum paste creations are delicate and must be handled with care. Gum paste is water based and will dry quickly, making working times shorter.
Chocolate Fondant / Suitable
Can be used in silicone floral molds and used to roll and shape larger floral pieces. The chocolate fondant is best used for floral work on small treats that will be eaten as it will remain soft and easily chewable. Chocolate fondant is sensitive to heat so ensure that your finished piece will be showcased in moderate temperatures and not in direct sunlight.
Modeling Chocolate / Best Results
Rolls over very thin and is workable over long periods of time making it a great medium for beginners to do floral work. Modeling chocolate is sensitive to heat so ensure that your finished piece will be showcased in moderate temperatures and not in direct sunlight.
Cover & decorate
Covering cakes and baked goods with a buttercream/ganache coating
Endless creative opportunities
Dries firm after several hours
Wide range of colors
Satin matte finish
Gluten Free, Nut Free, Dairy Free, Vegan, Kosher Pareve
Because of it's water based formula, it can dry out easily if overworked or left exposed to air
Model & shape
Toppers, figurines, delicate flower work
Rolls paper thin
Sets & dries firm very quickly
Satin matte finish
Gluten Free, Nut Free, Dairy Free, Vegan, Kosher Pareve
Because of it's water based formula, it can dry out easily if overworked or left exposed to air
Finished pieces are very delicate and can break easily
Model, sculpt & shape
Creating a sturdy structure - holds up against gravity and sets quickly
Creating a figurine with extra stability
Can be worked and reworked over long periods of time
Creation can be used right away and hold up without having to dry
Sets firm but remains pliable
Can be reworked when warmed
Delicious chocolate flavor
Comes in a variety of pre-mixed colors
Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegetarian, Kosher Dairy
Its oil base makes the product sensitive to heat and direct sunlight
Need to work and display the finished piece in a dry, cool environment
Can be hard to knead, microwave at lowest setting in 5 second intervals to soften
Roll to cover, stamp & create accents
Covering baked goods
Covering intricate shapes - blends seamlessly
Can be worked and reworked over long periods of time
Rolls thin without tearing
Sets but remains soft & pliable
Can be reworked when warmed
Delicious chocolate flavor
Comes in a variety of pre-mixed colors
Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegetarian, Kosher Dairy
Its oil base makes the product sensitive to heat and direct sunlight
Need to work and display the finished piece in a dry, cool environment
Can be hard to knead, microwave at lowest setting in 5 second intervals to soften