Fondant/Gumpste/Pastillage
Fondant:
Fondant icing is used to cover cakes and some times to create flowers. This icing is soft but firm and seals a cake from drying.
Fondant is also referred to as sugar paste. For long lasting flowers, personally, fondant is not used.
Gumpaste:
This is my favourite icing for making flowers. There is plenty of working time. Gum paste can be utilized not only for flowers but also for drapes, swags, bows and much more. It doesn’t dry as quickly as pastillage.
Gum paste can be frozen. Section into small portions and can be brought to room temperature prior to using. It should be covered at all times.
Pastillage:
This icing dries very quickly and used for structural work. It is not recommend for flowers, as there is no working time.
This icing cannot be frozen.
Manolo Blahnik shoe in icing
