How Do You Make Gum Paste Gerber Daisies?
Gerber daises are a simple flower to make with gum paste. Gum paste is made by adding gum tragacanth to sugar dough. The gum tragacanth gives the dough pliability as well as the ability to be rolled paper-thin without tearing. The thinness of the dough is essential to making lifelike flowers. Gum paste can be made from scratch or bought pre-made from many cake decorating stores and online sites. With patience and attention to detail, you will be making colorful, lifelike daisies in no time. Color your gum paste by applying small amounts of paste food coloring with a toothpick. Reserve a small ball of white gum paste to be used for the middle bud of the flower. Knead your paste until it is a uniform color. Dust your surface with cornstarch to prevent sticking, and roll your gum paste as thin as possible without tearing. Cut out a large daisy using your large cutter. Place the daisy into the flower former. Cut another large daisy and attach it to your first daisy with gum glue using a sm
