I took the plunge!

Well, the day I always knew was coming, has arrived!

I took the plunge!

I bought my first pattern!

Now I know what you are thinking … I have been knitting for 6 years and have never purchased a pattern.  With so many wonderful free patterns available online (and a few books borrowed from the local library), I have never felt the need to purchase knitting patterns – until now. Continue reading “I took the plunge!”

Gum Paste Glue

The other day I received a phone call from my sister.  She was working on a cake for my niece’s birthday. This was to be her first fondant cake. She had been to several stores in search of gum paste glue, and was getting frustrated because no one had any in stock.

Gum paste glue is used anytime you adhere two pieces of fondant (or gum paste) together.  And much to my sister’s surprise you can actually make it.

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