Lesley Herbert's Complete Book of Sugar Flowers explains and
illustrates the methods of making sugar flowers in more depth than has
ever been attempted before.
This cake decorating book concentrates on the techniques involved in
creating and arranging thirty types of flowers and foliage. In addition,
there are fourteen arrangements, each displayed on a finished cake. For
the complete beginner, the first steps in making and handling flower
paste are shown in the opening chapter, along with photographs of how to
use the essential equipment, colors, glazes and finishes.
Once the basic skills of handling flower paste are understood, the
blooms can be made from start to finish. Every stage for each flower is
clearly laid out in the order in which it is prepared, leading you
step-by-step from molding the first tiny ball of paste to applying the
final dusting of color. The completed sugar flower is shown with its
leaves, where suitable, and a photograph of the fresh flowers used for
reference is also included.
Many of the neat sprays of blossom are ideal for decorating a simple
cake, but when you have mastered the knack of making flowers, you will
definitely feel inspired to progress to creating stunning arrangements.
Grouping complementary flowers, working out the shape of the design,
wiring and securing the centerpieces are all illustrated alongside each
finished arrangement. The information is completed by showing a cake
with the floral decoration displayed to full advantage.
By setting out her work in such detail, Lesley Herbert offers a real
insight into the professional approach which gives immaculate results.
Her book is the perfect individual tutor and worktop companion--follow
her instructions, practice the techniques and study the photographs of
the beautiful flowers for successful results.
From buds to bouquets, Lesley Herbert's Complete Book of Sugar Flowers
is the ultimate source of inspiration for sugarcraft artists.
This cake decoration book includes:
- Basic instructions to fill beginners with confidence
- Templates of cutters to save buying dozens of shapes
- Fabulous displays of flowers to inspire experienced cake decorators
