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Birch Tree Log Cake
Video on how I went about making the birch tree tiers
Birch Tree Log Cake

This is the easiest way I’ve found to prepare ganache when using it to fill and/or ice a cake, before covering a cake in fondant, or even just leaving it as the finish!  See Section 3 (Making Ganache) of the Fundamentals Course for a detailed video showing how to make this ganache.

See the notes section to adjust the amounts for making white chocolate ganache!

Check out this video tutorial on how to make modeling chocolate or this live session recording that is all about modeling chocolate and making a rose, too.

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Fondant Rolling Pin
Smooth, Non-Stick Rolling Pin with Thickness Bands is perfect for precisely rolling out fondant or covering cakes with rolled fondant.
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X-ACTO #1 Knife, Z Series With Safety Cap
Make precise, fine cuts every time with the X-ACTO #1 Z-Series Knife with Safety Cap. This knife features a #11 fine point zirconium nitride-coated blade for sharpness and strength, and the lightweight aluminum handle enables you to make agile cuts with ease.
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Wilton Easy Glide Fondant Smoother
Easy-Glide Fondant Smoother. Essential tool for shaping and smoothing rolled fondant. 5.75 inches long x 3.25 inches wide.
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Innovative Sugarworks Sugar Shapers
The seamless, ergonomically designed Innovative Sugarworks Sugar Shapers are engineered to maximize comfort and efficiency when performing highly repetitive and detailed decorating tasks. Flexible, durable and color-coded for easy identification, these professional-grade tools are an essential part of any professional, student, or hobbyist sugar-artist toolkit.
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Gourmet Writer Food Decorator Pens, Assorted Colors, Set of 10
Americolor Gourmet Writer Food Marker Pens -10 Color Set. Will write on any firm food surface in true and vibrant colors. Pen set packaged in a sturdy zipper pouch for convenient storage. Ten U.S. Certified food colors: Purple, Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange, Fleshtone, Pink, Red, Brown, & Black. U.S. Certified Food Color.
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Ateco 5357 Plain Edge Round Cutters
Ateco 5357 Plain Edge Round Cutters in Graduated Sizes, Stainless Steel, 11 Pc Set. Complete with a tin storage box to reduce clutter, this set of 11 round, stainless-steel cookie cutters comes in handy for all seasons. The cutters range in size from 3/4 inch high to 3-5/8 inches high, and they have rolled edges on top to protect fingers during the cutting process. They're constructed to be long-lasting and are dishwasher-safe.
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R&M International 1749 Stainless Steel Double Sided Biscuit Cutters
Have even more fun making your favorite biscuits or cookies for holidays, parties and other special occasions with these Biscuit Cutters from R&M International. Cutter measurements are given either horizontally or vertically, whichever is greater. All measurements are nominal and intended as a reference guide only.
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AmeriColor AmeriMist Chocolate Brown Airbrush Food Color, .65 Ounce
AmeriMist is a super-strength, highly concentrated spray-on air brush food color that is extremely effective—even on hard to color non-dairy whipped toppings and icings. AmeriMist air brush colors prevent the need to over-spray, eliminating water spots and preventing icing from breaking down. AmeriMist is available in the same colors as AmeriColor Soft Gel Paste, with the same vibrant tones.
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Clairella Cakes Airbrush and Compressor
User friendly gravity feed airbrush with 5 speed (mode) compressor for extra control & confidence. Ensuring versatility for soft gradient effects, fine details & also covering large areas. Perfect for cake decoration or any other colourful craft projects.
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Airbrush Spray Booth - Cakesafe
CakeSafe's Spray Booths eliminate 99% of overspray. This means no more rainbow boogers, and no more clean up! The Spray Booth pulls overspray into the fan box, and releases clean air out the back. There is no need for outside exhaust or set up. Simply attach the magnetic side panels, flip the "on" switch, and spray!
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Fiskars Acrylic Ruler, 6x24 Inch
Fiskars large Coastal Colors Acrylic Ruler is perfectly sized for cutting strips or squares of fabric right from the bolt. It features clearly marked measurement lines and 30-, 45- and 60-degree line indicators. Made of durable acrylic.
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Artists' Cake Decorating Brush Set
This set includes our Small Flat Oval Brush, Medium Flat Oval Brush, Fluffy Dusting Brush, Round Blending Brush, Round Precision Brush, Straight Fine Point Brush, and Angled Fine Point Brush. Our Complete Artists' Brush Set will give you everything you need to bring your edible creations to life! We use only the best bristles made from high grade synthetic fibers safe for use with food and edible media. These bristles are incredibly durable and won't shed, giving your brushes an indefinite lifespan with proper care.
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Wilton 409-2545 Cake Marker
Use this adjustable guide to easily mark cake sides for perfect placement of accents or borders. With three marker pins that snap into place along the ruler edge, it's a breeze to mark sections. Just place the cake marker on a level surface next to the cake and move around to mark position in several spots.
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AmeriColor AmeriMist Airbrush Colour - Super Black - 9 oz
Stable, realistic metallic and pearl sheen colors that go on beautifully.
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Food Coloring AmeriColor - Bright White Soft Gel Paste, .75 Ounce
AmeriColor Soft Gel Paste is the first choice of top decorators worldwide.
Need to color royal icing, buttercream or fondant? How about cookie dough, cake batter or macarons? AmeriColor Soft Gel Paste is the best way to bring deep, vibrant color to any project—and get consistent results from batch to batch!
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Sugarworks Artists Cake Turntable
The Innovative Sugarworks Artists’ Turntable is beyond compare- we feel it's simply the best pedestal turntable available! The highly-durable, food-grade aluminum work surface cleans up easily and effortlessly glides a full 360 degrees on a super-smooth stainless steel thrust bearing.