FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS AND CAKE TOPS

After practicing the many variations of border workand flower designs, we will combine these techniques to finish the cake.

TOP DESIGN

Before placing floral arrangements on a cake, we suggest you practice first on an inverted cake or pie pan. After making your favorite cake, select a frosting to complement it. It is a good idea to contrast the cake and frosting. Using a rich frosting for a plain cake, afluffy delicate one for a sponge type, angel food or chiffon cake.

A large number of flowers used on any cake top does not necessarily improve its appearance. A floral arrangement is the key to beautifying a cake top. No matter how realistic the flowers look, there must be a graceful end.