How to Create a Quilted Pattern on a Cake

This is a video tutorial, demonstrating my technique for creating a quilted pattern on a cake. My method does not require special tools (like a quilting tool or impression mat)! You can create this effect with items you probably have already at home.

All you need:
-flexible cardboard (like a file folder or even a cereal box)
-ruler
-toothpick
-a stitching tool, wheel cutter, veiner or the back edge of a knife (something to gently emboss a line)

A few tips:
-It is best to get started immediately after you cover your cake with fondant, when the surface is still soft and flexible, you don't want the fondant to crack, tear or cut all the way through
-Use paper to play with different angles and spacing, you can use whatever combo will give you the exact results you want!
-If you want a "puffier" look, let you icing (under the fondant) soften a bit and you can use a little more pressure without cutting through your fondant

Music in this video is: "I'm Gonna Go" from danosongs.com
Check out my blog: happycakesbakes.com!

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Tags:

• Quilting
• Cake Decorating
• Quilted Effect
• Quilting with out tools
• Baking
• Wedding Cakes
• Cake Decorating Techniques
• Decorating Techniques

[ConcreteRoseKei]

what are the little beads called? great job by the way. this was very helpful

[HappyCakesBakes]

@ConcreteRoseKei They are called dragees, they come in various sizes and colors... most commonly probably seen in silver. You can find them at any cake decorating store, or most craft stores that carry cake decorating supplies (ie. Michael's). And of course, you can easily find them online! I'm glad you liked the video :)

[NurseGreeneyesRN]

I've been searching and searching for a tutorial that show how to make this quilted look! Im so happy to have found your tutorial!! I added this video to my Faves Section!!! Thank U!!! Hope to see more teaching tutorials!! I subscribed to your videos!! Yaneri

[andreakeers1]

brilliant :) lovely cakes

[stylzies]

great vid! very helpful

[tmartinezist]

To much work for me.Nice cake!