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Wafer paper gold fans

wafer paper fans and paint gold

Hey, friend! In this wafer paper tutorial video, I show you how to create wafer paper palm leaves (fans or pleats, whatever you want to call them) and how to paint wafer paper gold color, step by step!

I’m going to use red premium colored wafer paper and white 0.27mm wafer paper. Also, I’m going to teach you how to paint wafer paper metallic colors! 

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Put your own spin on the project by choosing different colors, adding your own personal touch, or creating bright wafer paper palm leaves! 

I can’t wait to see what you do with it. When you make your own wafer paper palm leaf, post on social media and tag me @astashkinacakes, so I can share.

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what is wafer paper?

Wafer paper is a sheet of edible paper, typically starch-based.

It’s safe to eat and the flavor is very subtle — so it won’t interfere with what’s going on in your cake. You can manipulate wafer paper in all kinds of ways, another reason why it’s so great for cake decorating.

Ingredients: potato starch, water and vegetable oil. 

storage

Keep wafer paper in a clean Ziplock bag and store in a cool, dry place. Wafer paper can last quite some time (around 2 or 3 years on average), if stored correctly.

book recomendations

Wafer Paper Cakes: Modern Cake Designs and Techniques for Wafer Paper Flowers and More by Stevi Auble 

Maggie Austin Cake: Artistry and Technique by Maggie Austin 

The Gilded Cake: The Golden Rules of Cake Decorating for Metallic Cakes by Faye Cahill

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WHAT IS WAFER PAPER?

Wafer paper is an edible paper for cake decorating, typically starch-based. It is vegan, gluten-free, and free from most allergens. It closely resembles printer paper in texture, but it is edible and could be manipulated into beautiful florals and used for contemporary cake designs. Wafer Paper is also called Rice paper and the difference is the main ingredient.  

Ingredients: potato starch (or rice starch), water, and vegetable oil.

It’s safe to eat and the flavor is very subtle — so it won’t interfere with what’s going on in your cake. You can condition wafer paper in all kinds of ways – create flowers and textures, so it’s so great for cake decorating.

What wafer paper should you buy? Here you can learn more about different grades of wafer paper. 

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STORAGE

Keep wafer paper in a clean Ziplock bag and store in a cool, dry place. Wafer paper can last quite some time (around 2 or 3 years on average) if stored correctly.

If your wafer paper is dry and crackly, watch this tutorial on how to fix it. 

HOW TO START WITH WAFER PAPER?

My advice is always – just start TODAY. Take your wafer paper, and a pair of sharp scissors and watch any of my Youtube tutorials – it’s free.

Want to get more from Florea Cakes? Here are a few ways that you can do that…
 
Ready to increase your client conversions and wow them with your work? Check out the Cake Portfolio Booklet Template. Best part, it’s only $37 right now.
 
Just getting started but looking for something to help you save time and still create beautiful edible flowers? We’ve created the All-In-One Wafer Paper Flower Templates just for you!
 

Prefer a 1:1 Private Class? I’m booking out for next month. Learn more here.

Ready to Discover Your Cake Decorating Style? We have you covered!

And our Wafer Paper Academy is great for anyone who is tired of being frustrated that their fragile sugar flowers, anyone who wants to create modern wedding cakes that “wow” everyone-but don’t know where to start, and of course anyone who is looking to build their cake decorating business.

For daily wafer paper ideas and inspiration, join me on Instagram and Pinterest. Or check my YouTube channel for wafer paper video tutorials and other cake decorating projects.

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Hey! I’m Chef Anna

I’m a pastry chef, award-winning Wedding Cake Artist, content creator, and educator for cake designers. 

At Florea Cakes, our mission is to help home bakers learn to design modern wedding cakes with wafer paper flowers and build the creative business of their dreams.

Chef Anna’s cakes have been featured on magazine covers, TV commercials, and digital publications worldwide.

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Have you ever wondered what tools I use to create wafer paper flowers? That’s why I created this free guide! And collected all of my favorite supplies into this page for you!

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All-in-one wafer paper Templates ebook

This Wafer Paper Flowers EBOOK is perfect for home bakers and cake decorators looking to enhance their designs and learn to make 40+ wafer paper flowers.