WOW! I can't believe all the inappropriate comments on this video! There are several dusts (disco dust for example) that are 'non toxic' like crayons/chalk yet people still smother cake pops in them or whatever; like shimmer & luster dusts. Some brides insist on bling and shimmer regardless, it is best to educate everyone in the interest of full disclosure. As Kara stated, several times, there are edible dusts available now, I've even seen edible glitter. With all the great artists in this community new products are being added to the market all the time-just something to keep in mind when purchasing these items. Thank you so much for taking the time to put these wonderful (FREE) tutorials together! A lot of work goes into one video, recipe development, experimenting with new techniques to help us keep up with the current trends and surpass them! I adore and appreciate everything you share with us! You remain humble while being an incredible artist and teacher 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 thank you!
Thank you for the video this method seems so much easier than other methods I have seen. I want to just make a cake right now and do this quick question. I saw a suede cake using coco powder can this method be used as well
I can see how this beautiful sheen would show any imperfections one may have in the original fondant. This absolutely stunning, but I may need more practice perfecting my fondant on cakes before doing this, Now cupcakes, I can handle. lol I just discovered you and I just love your personality and straight forwardness just like I am. Looking forward to learning alot more from you.
Hi Kara, Thank You so much for this tutorial. Will this work on a fondant covered cake with SMBC under it? How would you do it? And will keeping the cake chilled bother it? Thank You
Thank you for the great tutorial!! I just love the finished color!! I bought an airless sprayer that included some pearl lusters. Would you recommend this method over using a sprayer? Thank you!
Hi Coleen! It's really just a matter of preference. I have an airbrush and spray lusters for it, but if I only had a small tier to cover I'd do it this way. Less clean up and no shiny particles of color floating endlessly through the air. But If I had to do a large cake I would opt for the airbrush. But that is just my preference. :)
Very informative video, thanks for uploading! I always thought that these shimmery cakes looked absolutely gorgeous (and yours certainly does) but the side of me that leans towards trimming the fat is very hesitant to apply shortening on a cake :(
+Neyr Ah The amount of shortening added is negligible. Honestly, for a single slice, you have as much as you might lick off your finger after grabbing a slice of buttered bread wrong. LOL!
what made you start out with that color fondant? I will need to do something like this and make the bottom tier champagne color. what color fondant should i start out with?
Hi, i am going to make my sister a cake. I want to use gold edible lustre dust to cover the fondant. Would i have to put vegetable shortening before applying the gold dust.
Can you get this effect by using luster dust on cheesecakes? My daughter wants 3 different flavored cheesecakes for her wedding, but wants them to be covered in luster dust. We haven't found a baker who can (or will) do it, so I said I'd try. Is fondant the only thing it will stick to?
If one has to put the covered cake into the fridge because of fruit filling, will the luster weep when the cake warms up? great instructions thank you.
Not if you use it super thin like I show - it should be rubbed into the fondant just like you would rub moisturizer into your hands or arms. Barely any surface feel.
looks awesome. .i have a costumer that wants a gold tier...and.i didn't have any idea on how to make.it.thanks so much!!!i hopei can make it...just one little question. ..can i use lard instead of crisco??
If luster dusk and pearl dusk are not edible,you have to peel all the fondant before serve to your guest, you serve your guest a un decorated cake (just cake)? Why they sell them?
Thank you Kara, you are so sweet to be making these tutorials for us. Odd question for you. Why do you use wilton pink instead of americolor pink. I noticed the pink americolor has blackish spots in it. Did i just get a bad batch or is this your reason also? Thank you!
I live in Australia and it's really hard to get Crisco here. Is there anything else I can use in place of it? We have vegetable shortening called copha but it's quite solid. Love the video :-)
Hi Kara! I want to apply this shimmer effect on a cake that has rouched fondant.. do you think it would have the same effect? I'm worried I wont be able to get in the folds to apply the crisco evenly or the dust. Any tips or idea's on how I should go about it?
Caked Creations That , might be tough, but if you get some flat and clean round tip brushes, you may be able to get into those areas with the Crisco, but buffing the luster may pose a problem. Try it on a small piece of well rouched fondant first. You might be surprised!
Thank you for sharing ;) do you have to have fondant cake fresh? i mean, sometimes i cover cake in fondant and let it sit for 24 h to do any work on it, so i don't have finger marks. Is it best when its fresh or can i apply after 24h? xx thank you
MySweetPassionCakes Brighton I prefer to have it have sat a bit. If the fondant takes on a firmer outer layer, you get a better coating of Crisco. And yes, my fingers are boney and leave marks all the time! So a little rigidity works in my favor, too!
You *can* however it takes lots of thin coats to avoid the little droplets forming from too much at once, and to get that luster sheen it will take a few applications with some dry time in between.
Thanks for sharing Kara, I just tried this technique and it worked beautifully :) However... the lustre was still wet 24 hrs later so I couldn't handle it without it leaving fingerprints everywhere. How long do yours normally take to dry completely? Wondering if I used too much Crisco (but it didn't clump or anything so don't think so)?? Thanks!!
+Janette Hall It won't "dry" as it's not wet. The fat layer should be very thin but even and that will help reduce any finger printing. This technique does take a bit of delicacy and ability to not handle the cake after it is added. I would suggest doing this technique immediately before stacking on your cake. Hopefully you stack at home and not on site, and if you don't, my Craftsy class is a great resource to learn how to do that successfully and stress free! www.craftsy.com/ext/KaraAndretta_5327_H
Hi Catherine! Ideally I'd let it sit for a day so it has some rigidity to it. But if not, you just have to be careful. This fondant was still soft when I applied the luster.
I've never used shortening so would like to know if it smells like oil or something close to that?We don't use alcohol and buying extract is kinnda expensive for me. Pls reply!Beautiful color and cake :)
+hydgurl77 Hi, I'm in Australia & got some crisco from a cake store, it's lasted me ages so far & it doesn't really smell of anything, it's very greasy [that's basically what it is] but no real smell.
Hi Kara, thanks for the tutorial, I love it! My question is, I saw a note on your video saying that the luster powder you applied on that dummy is not edible! I thought all those powders for cakes where edible! I am confused!
Not all luster dust are labeled edible. If you check, some of them are labeled as non-toxic. They are supposed to be used on things that are not going to be eaten such as gumpaste flowers. Wilton and some others are edible.
No, none of the dust and glitters are edible not even Wilton... what they are is no-toxic. It is like eating some of your lipstick it is no-toxic but no edible.
Coralin Gorbea In general, most are not. But there is an edible line that I have taken to as there are TONS of beautiful color and they are FDA approved in the states. You can find the link on my blog here: bit.ly/edibleluster
WOW! I can't believe all the inappropriate comments on this video!
There are several dusts (disco dust for example) that are 'non toxic' like crayons/chalk yet people still smother cake pops in them or whatever; like shimmer & luster dusts. Some brides insist on bling and shimmer regardless, it is best to educate everyone in the interest of full disclosure.
As Kara stated, several times, there are edible dusts available now, I've even seen edible glitter. With all the great artists in this community new products are being added to the market all the time-just something to keep in mind when purchasing these items.
Thank you so much for taking the time to put these wonderful (FREE) tutorials together! A lot of work goes into one video, recipe development, experimenting with new techniques to help us keep up with the current trends and surpass them!
I adore and appreciate everything you share with us! You remain humble while being an incredible artist and teacher 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 thank you!
I love the comments typed over the screen. You have a great sense of humor. Lovely person and lovely work, thanks for sharing your expertise.
I love how you just get out there with your personality!
Thank you Kara ..... for the wonderful tutorial AND the fun presentation! You made the start of my day!
hola esta precioso lastima que no sé hablar ingles😂😘
Thank you for share your technics with us!!!
Lovely tutorial. Thank you kara
Love the video and your written comments on it! It makes me have fun while learning ;)
Angie Rosado I need to have fun when I'm doing these things. I like to amuse me, and I find others enjoy that too :)
Thank you!
Beautiful! Love the color
THIS IS BEAUTIFUL! Thank you!!
Thank you so much for your AMAZING tutorials... no one here in Australia knew how to apply , going to try this week...thank you again xxx
You are very welcome Michelle!
Love it, will try it on a wedding cake
Lol your funny. I enjoy your tutorials, be blessed
Great video. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for the video this method seems so much easier than other methods I have seen. I want to just make a cake right now and do this quick question. I saw a suede cake using coco powder can this method be used as well
FASCINATED WITH THE RESULTS. CONGRATS AND VERY EASY TO UNDERSTAND.
Thank you so much, was very helpful!!!
Can I use the Crisco luster dust technic on chocolate dipped cake pops as well?
gracias me encantó tu trabajo
thank you so so much! very inspirational, I'm making my own engagement cake and I will follow your technique
+sarah A That's fabulous!!! I'd love to see it! Feel free to share on my Facebook page: facebook.com/karascouturecakes :)
I can see how this beautiful sheen would show any imperfections one may have in the original fondant. This absolutely stunning, but I may need more practice perfecting my fondant on cakes before doing this, Now cupcakes, I can handle. lol
I just discovered you and I just love your personality and straight forwardness just like I am. Looking forward to learning alot more from you.
Thank you! And yes, a smooth surface does make for a stunning finish! :)
Hi Kara,
Thank You so much for this tutorial. Will this work on a fondant covered cake with SMBC under it? How would you do it? And will keeping the cake chilled bother it? Thank You
looks great i,m going to give it a try
I love how step by step explain good gob
Beautiful,!!! Thank you.
can this be done with buttercream or royal icing
I was wondering what happens if the dust is eaten? Does it just have no nutritional value but will cause no bodily harm? thank you
amazing tutorial you are so great!!!
Thanks for sharing this technique would it work straight on ganache?
Will this technique work with disco dust/edible glitter?
Loved it. Beautiful
Thumps up for you dear. Very insightful and inspiring
Thank you for the video, i want to use this method on my Styrofoam cake!
Ur really funny which make learning more enjoyable love love ur videos
Beautiful I have to try this
i need to do a gold for a cake also stencil over with royal icing can i do that doing it this way
Beautiful cake! How much luster you think for a 7”, 5” tall cake?
does the cisco shortening cause the luster dust to smudge? or melt?
Excelente. Lo explican y bien
Maritza Mora Gracias! :)
Thank you for the great tutorial!! I just love the finished color!!
I bought an airless sprayer that included some pearl lusters. Would you recommend this method over using a sprayer? Thank you!
Hi Coleen! It's really just a matter of preference. I have an airbrush and spray lusters for it, but if I only had a small tier to cover I'd do it this way. Less clean up and no shiny particles of color floating endlessly through the air. But If I had to do a large cake I would opt for the airbrush. But that is just my preference. :)
Very informative video, thanks for uploading! I always thought that these shimmery cakes looked absolutely gorgeous (and yours certainly does) but the side of me that leans towards trimming the fat is very hesitant to apply shortening on a cake :(
+Neyr Ah The amount of shortening added is negligible. Honestly, for a single slice, you have as much as you might lick off your finger after grabbing a slice of buttered bread wrong. LOL!
Do you like to match with your cake? Looks good in video :)
Good work and tips. Thank you
I LOVE THIS TECHNIQUE.
what made you start out with that color fondant? I will need to do something like this and make the bottom tier champagne color. what color fondant should i start out with?
Can a chocolate drip be applied or will the dust bleed?
Or maybe apply a clear over the dust to seal it then add the drip? Is either possible? 🤔
How beautiful does that look, thanks for that
Hi there. This is probably a silly question but if you are using buttercream with a firm crust can you do something like this?
Can this technique be used on butter cream frosting ?
can i used it on icing?
If u have a base relief u cant massage the crisco in it...WHAT TO DO.
Love love love!
Could I do that on frozen whipping cream or on chocolate ganache
Can you do this on buttercream
con que haces el lustre?
Can I use butter in place of crisco?
Is possible that i use butter instead of shortening
Excuse me, I wanted to know what is the white cream? Whats its name?
Hi, i am going to make my sister a cake. I want to use gold edible lustre dust to cover the fondant. Would i have to put vegetable shortening before applying the gold dust.
+Hannah Aggrey Yep. Just as I show in the video.
Can you get this effect by using luster dust on cheesecakes? My daughter wants 3 different flavored cheesecakes for her wedding, but wants them to be covered in luster dust. We haven't found a baker who can (or will) do it, so I said I'd try. Is fondant the only thing it will stick to?
Increíblemente hermoso .felicidades...
Can you do this with Buttercream if it is frozen?
I would suggest using piping gel as opposed to crisco and definitely use edible glitters/lustres
thank you for sharing!! I'm wondering, do you reckon it would work the same way if I used a light overall mist of vegetable oil spray?
Rosie's Dessert Spot No, the sprays are a different consistency and too thin.
whats that she puts before the dust? that thing white
If one has to put the covered cake into the fridge because of fruit filling, will the luster weep when the cake warms up? great instructions thank you.
+ceelyon rose Nope. No weeping. It'll be just as you made it :)
I enjoyed your video. Question for you. Will the crisco cause the fondant to become gooey?
Not if you use it super thin like I show - it should be rubbed into the fondant just like you would rub moisturizer into your hands or arms. Barely any surface feel.
looks awesome. .i have a costumer that wants a gold tier...and.i didn't have any idea on how to make.it.thanks so much!!!i hopei can make it...just one little question. ..can i use lard instead of crisco??
+Bertha Pardave You sure can, just be aware that it will have a flavor that it will leave on the fondant that might be unsavory with cake.
Thank you for sharing this tutorial. Would the color affect if the cake is placed the fridge overnight? Hope to hear back from you. Thank you!
You are not supposed to put fondant covered cakes in the fridge, if you do, it will bulge.
what if you make marshmallow fondant
can you put a finished luster dust cake in the cooler? I don't want any water streaks from condensation
+bq552 You absolutely can!
how do you do this so its eatable
If luster dusk and pearl dusk are not edible,you have to peel all the fondant before serve to your guest, you serve your guest a un decorated cake (just cake)? Why they sell them?
It is like eating your make up. It is no-toxic but is not made for eating in big quantities.
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I also have the same question. Will you give an no decorated piece of cake with a rough surface (buttercream or ganache) to the guests?
This was made a while back. There are plenty of edible versions now. Personally, my issue is with plastering your delicious cake with grease....
awilda miranda this is a dummy cake just for show!
Thank you Kara, you are so sweet to be making these tutorials for us. Odd question for you. Why do you use wilton pink instead of americolor pink. I noticed the pink americolor has blackish spots in it. Did i just get a bad batch or is this your reason also? Thank you!
Hi! You nailed it! I find the Americolor pinks to have some odd consistencies and Wilton had the perfect shade of pink.
Wow this is lovely, thanks for sharing, can i ask in humid weather how long could this last?
+Diatriber Diatriber Just as long as it takes for your customer to eat the cake. If it's a demo cake it will last for a long. long time.
I live in Australia and it's really hard to get Crisco here. Is there anything else I can use in place of it? We have vegetable shortening called copha but it's quite solid. Love the video :-)
Trex or Sweetex is exchangable :)
Do you have to tint the Fondant, or can I leave it white and apply the Luster Dust is a specific color that I want.
Roger Lucas Tinting is best. You'll get the strongest finish on the luster with a similar color beneath.
Se puede utilizar la misma técnica, con los polvos dorados?
+Maria Elvira Fernandez Si! Usted puede polvos dorados.
Thank You for the video :D
Gracias por el video :D
Hola muy lindo ...que es lo que le aplicas primero,antes de aplicarles los polvos nacarados ,acaso es manteca vegetal? Soy de Perú
+mildred Sí, se está manteca vegetal.
Hi Kara! I want to apply this shimmer effect on a cake that has rouched fondant.. do you think it would have the same effect? I'm worried I wont be able to get in the folds to apply the crisco evenly or the dust. Any tips or idea's on how I should go about it?
Caked Creations That , might be tough, but if you get some flat and clean round tip brushes, you may be able to get into those areas with the Crisco, but buffing the luster may pose a problem. Try it on a small piece of well rouched fondant first. You might be surprised!
Thank you for sharing ;) do you have to have fondant cake fresh? i mean, sometimes i cover cake in fondant and let it sit for 24 h to do any work on it, so i don't have finger marks. Is it best when its fresh or can i apply after 24h? xx thank you
MySweetPassionCakes Brighton I prefer to have it have sat a bit. If the fondant takes on a firmer outer layer, you get a better coating of Crisco. And yes, my fingers are boney and leave marks all the time! So a little rigidity works in my favor, too!
Hi. Can I use airbrush on fondant cake for the same effect? Thank you
You *can* however it takes lots of thin coats to avoid the little droplets forming from too much at once, and to get that luster sheen it will take a few applications with some dry time in between.
awesome thanks for showing :)
very nice! I will try :) tks!!!!
Thanks for sharing Kara, I just tried this technique and it worked beautifully :) However... the lustre was still wet 24 hrs later so I couldn't handle it without it leaving fingerprints everywhere. How long do yours normally take to dry completely? Wondering if I used too much Crisco (but it didn't clump or anything so don't think so)?? Thanks!!
+Janette Hall It won't "dry" as it's not wet. The fat layer should be very thin but even and that will help reduce any finger printing. This technique does take a bit of delicacy and ability to not handle the cake after it is added. I would suggest doing this technique immediately before stacking on your cake. Hopefully you stack at home and not on site, and if you don't, my Craftsy class is a great resource to learn how to do that successfully and stress free! www.craftsy.com/ext/KaraAndretta_5327_H
Can I do brush embroidery on the luster dust?
Nope. The luster is fussy with anything being applied over it. It won't stick.
Its looks like a candle so kool
Beautiful! how do you clean your brush.
Dip it in Hot water and wash it under tap :) Cleaned :) Use a little washing detergent in hot water.... and dont just dip it.. shake it as well :)
Where did you have your custom apron made?? It's awesome!
+Allison Gregory I use ChefUniforms.com
is that safe to. eat.?.
cool! so the crisco eliminates the need for lemon extract or alcohol?
ty baby It does :) And you get a much nicer finish. In my opinion, at least ;)
+Kara's Couture Cakes so would it help to just melt Driscoll and apply directly on the fondant with a brush?
+ChezEjay crisco not driscoll
how dry does the fondant have to be on the cake before you can rub the trex in it please??
Hi Catherine! Ideally I'd let it sit for a day so it has some rigidity to it. But if not, you just have to be careful. This fondant was still soft when I applied the luster.
I've never used shortening so would like to know if it smells like oil or something close to that?We don't use alcohol and buying extract is kinnda expensive for me. Pls reply!Beautiful color and cake :)
+hydgurl77 Hi, I'm in Australia & got some crisco from a cake store, it's lasted me ages so far & it doesn't really smell of anything, it's very greasy [that's basically what it is] but no real smell.
+hydgurl77 Just as Diatriber says :) Greasy with no smell or flavor.
how to by the crisco
Hi!!! Can I use this same technique with gold dust?
Lilian Lopez Absolutely! I did one for last Christmas myself with a golden reindeer atop!
lovely
Any color of luster dust can be mix of super pearl ?
Sure can! But many lusters are shiny enough on their own.
Can i melt the Crisco and then use a brush to paint the Crisco onto the cake? Or does it have to be solid?
+Sues Eatery I would use it solid. you'll be able to better control how much you apply and less is much better.
Kara's Couture Cakes Oh i see. Thank you for the tip! :)
Will you be attending ICES convention?
Hi Kara, thanks for the tutorial, I love it! My question is, I saw a note on your video saying that the luster powder you applied on that dummy is not edible! I thought all those powders for cakes where edible! I am confused!
same question here- is part of this inedible?
Not all luster dust are labeled edible. If you check, some of them are labeled as non-toxic. They are supposed to be used on things that are not going to be eaten such as gumpaste flowers. Wilton and some others are edible.
No, none of the dust and glitters are edible not even Wilton... what they are is no-toxic. It is like eating some of your lipstick it is no-toxic but no edible.
Rolkem brand dusts are 100% edible. They are Australian but you can find them online
Coralin Gorbea In general, most are not. But there is an edible line that I have taken to as there are TONS of beautiful color and they are FDA approved in the states. You can find the link on my blog here: bit.ly/edibleluster
Can Wilton fondant work with this technique
Yes! Any fondant brand that doesn't have modeling chocolate mixed in.