Textured Mat Technique

Join Elisa Strauss in this premium lesson to learn four different ways to apply color to the surface of textured sugar dough to enhance the look. From matte and shiny colors to luxe metallics, she will guide you through the process step by step and share which products will be the most successful to achieve the desired look. Elisa begins this lesson by showing a few different styles of mats available on the market. Then she demonstrates how to use these mats on rolled fondant, but other sugar doughs like modeling chocolate and gum paste can be used in the same way. She also shares how to add even more texture using a ball tool and her hands.

Then, Elisa implements four different techniques for creating a variety of looks including a dry matte look on the surface, a shiny surface with deeper colored creases, a bold metallic surface for a luxe look, and a wet glazed surface that maintains its shine even when dry. These finishes allow cake decorators to attain the exact characteristic of any item they are trying to recreate like dry lizard skin or a shiny patent leather purse. Give these techniques a try and take your cakes to the next level.