I have never used a mat to roll/apply fondant, how much extra do you roll past the measurements for the sides?
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It depends on the size of the cake your trying to cover. I tend to go 2/3 inches more than the actual size of the cake so that there is enough fondant to cover a cake without tearing. So of you are covering a 10" round you would want to roll out the fondant to 12/13 inches. Hope this helps
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I agree with 2 or 3 inches more. You have to measure the top of the cake you want to cover plus twice for the sides. So for example, let's say you had a cake that is 8 inches in width and 4 inches in height. You would add 8 + 4 + 4 = 16. But then add 2 more inches for a total of 18 inches of rolled out fondant. As for using the mat to apply the fondant; After you roll out your fondant on the mat to the desired size, gently roll the mat up from one end to the other into a tube shape. Then put your fingers in each end of the mat/tube and starting on one side of your cake, start unrolling the mat and draping the fondant across to the other side. I hope I explained that well enough...LOL Also, if you are new to fondant, I would advise you to avoid the Wilton brand fondant as it is not very friendly nor is it remotely tasty. I personally like Fondarific and Satin Ice, both of which are available here on Amazon. Hope this helped! :)
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Well I think it is because doesn't sleep from your arms when trying to put it on top of your cake, you don't put your fingerprints, you don't use the rolling pin, well same times can be challenging when adding the fondant on a 14'' -16'' cake, I just love it because I feel confident placing the fondant on top of my big cakes, I really highly recommended, I'm going to buy the smaller size for small cakes.
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After the cake is frosted with the fondant (or buttercream) I have used them with both.If you use buttercream put tulle (veil material) on frosting first so buttercream doesnt stick to mat.
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I dont know i use with fondant and came out beautifull i will try with clay
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I just made an apple pie and tried rolling out the crust on the mat. I would NOT recommend doing it. Actually, the dough stuck to the mat and I needed to flour the mat and then roll it out. I do have two silicone mats, one is the Wilton 14-1/2 x 9-1/2, the other is Cuissential 15" x 11". I used the Cuissential. I don't think there would have been much difference (if any) had I used the Wilton since when I bake cokies, both mats react the same. In the end, I would up flouring my countertop and rolling the dough out there. The positive was that I wasn't restricted in the size that I could roll the dough out to. Hope this helps you I just made an apple pie and tried rolling out the crust on the mat. I would NOT recommend doing it. Actually, the dough stuck to the mat and I needed to flour the mat and then roll it out. I do have two silicone mats, one is the Wilton 14-1/2 x 9-1/2, the other is Cuissential 15" x 11". I used the Cuissential. I don't think there would have been much difference (if any) had I used the Wilton since when I bake cokies, both mats react the same. In the end, I would up flouring my countertop and rolling the dough out there. The positive was that I wasn't restricted in the size that I... » Read More I just made an apple pie and tried rolling out the crust on the mat. I would NOT recommend doing it. Actually, the dough stuck to the mat and I needed to flour the mat and then roll it out. I do have two silicone mats, one is the Wilton 14-1/2 x 9-1/2, the other is Cuissential 15" x 11". I used the Cuissential. I don't think there would have been much difference (if any) had I used the Wilton since when I bake cokies, both mats react the same. In the end, I would up flouring my countertop and rolling the dough out there. The positive was that I wasn't restricted in the size that I could roll the dough out to. Hope this helps you « Show Less
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Regular size rolls are fine - extra size rolls may be a tight fit and don't roll off easily, but I rotate the "choose a size" roll by hand until I get to the tear-off - it's a little extra trouble, but personally, I would rather do that than have the roll sit out on the counter.
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Hi, Brianna! The machine can be used for rolling fondant. As with pasta dough, make sure to start at the widest setting and move through each setting to thin the fondant. Skipping steps can strip the gears and ruin the machine. When you are finished, if you notice any fondant or dough stuck in the sides of the roller, you can remove the pieces with a toothpick. Wipe down after use, and never expose the machine to any water.
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I put a little vegetable shortening on mine. Because my fondant was sticking to the mat. I didn't get any marks on mine. But I did wipe it down with the shortening then with another clean paper towel to spread the shortening. Hope this helps.
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Yes, I used a 3/8" nap roller, nothing special. When I did mine I did 3 light coats with drying time in between. I used a new roller with each coat. The floor has held up much better using this clear top coating than the original, but will still have to wait for a salty winter to put it to the fullest test.
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I used this fondant for my daughter's birthday cake. I LOVED the way it rolled out and became very pliable, and it tasted SO much better than the wilton stuff. However, when it came using the fondant for cutouts (I had star wars cookie cutters and wanted to use fondant for the shapes) it was really soft. Maybe I had just worked it for too long, I don't know. I ended up using wilton for the decorations. Maybe you could put it in the fridge for awhile before you tried making figures? That might help.
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The Pro Mat is the same product. The one you referred to as the "ultimate fondant application system" is "the home" sized mat. It Pro is simply the biggest mat available in size. I have used it to apply MMF and LMF and both have worked amazingly!
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The cutters **do** cut smoothly, but that is dependent on making sure your fondant hasnt started drying out. So long as you keep your fondant batch covered while you work with the small amount to prep for cutting, you will be just fine.Im not really sure what you mean (Im having trouble picturing this for some reason)....but they are like pencils as far as the sides of the modeling tools...One of the things I do with modeling tools - where I have big monstrously muscular fingers, I actually put rubber grips on them... the same kind you would use to put a rubber grip on a pencil or pen.... that way I can actually grip it without having very sore fingers. The cutters **do** cut smoothly, but that is dependent on making sure your fondant hasnt started drying out. So long as you keep your fondant batch covered while you work with the small amount to prep for cutting, you will be just fine.Im not really sure what you mean (Im having trouble picturing this for some reason)....but they are like pencils as far as the sides of the modeling tools...One of the things I do with modeling tools - where I have big monstrously muscular fingers, I actually put rubber grips on them... the same kind you would use to put a rubber grip... » Read More The cutters **do** cut smoothly, but that is dependent on making sure your fondant hasnt started drying out. So long as you keep your fondant batch covered while you work with the small amount to prep for cutting, you will be just fine.Im not really sure what you mean (Im having trouble picturing this for some reason)....but they are like pencils as far as the sides of the modeling tools...One of the things I do with modeling tools - where I have big monstrously muscular fingers, I actually put rubber grips on them... the same kind you would use to put a rubber grip on a pencil or pen.... that way I can actually grip it without having very sore fingers. « Show Less
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My experience is that the 24" wide liner roll fits up to an 18" basket. I measure from one edge of the planter to the other, allowing the tape measure to dip down into the basket, then cut a square that size. I stuff the square I cut into the basket, and where the mat naturally folds in order to fit down into the basket, I cut slits and overlap the liner. I do this until the liner is relatively smooth in the basket, then cut off whatever is poking above the basket line, which is more than just a little bit. BUT, all those corners and waste pieces are great in the bottom of my clay pots and serve to (1) retain moisture, (2) take up space in deep pots with shallow rooted plants (saves potting soil), (3) lightens the pot, and (4) keeps the dirt from escaping the drain hole in the bottom of the pot. I'll use every scrap of that roll each spring.
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I couldn't tell either, so I tried rolling out a small amount of fondant, and then I could tell by the fondant - if the fondant was shiny, that side of the mat was shiny, and if it was duller, that was the matte side. Then I did the same thing as another commenter and marked it in the corner with a permanent marker so I wouldn't have to guess anymore.
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If you mean stencil sheets the type that have openings/holes in them, no you can't. These floral sheets r plastic n stiff and have no openings. The best u can do with them is to place the sheet on ur rolled fondant n gumpaste and press or roll out. Or u can decide to place it on a cake that has been FRESHLY covered with fondant but these sheets won't bend to the sides because its stiff and can break. If you have more questions, do send me a mail pzeus@ymail.com.
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I bought this awhile ago, but I believe the roll was 56 square ft. So, you would need 3 rolls ( you should only use 2 1/2 rolls ). Hope that helped! Ps. Love the wallpaper!
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I believe it might be a good thing to use for fondant. I haven't rolled that out, but I have pizza dough on an uneven surface with no problems.