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Ruffled Rose Wedding Cake- paint your flower edges

Published: July 25, 2012 | Updated: November 12, 2019 | By Ashlee

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This is actually a repeat of the wedding cake I did a few months ago!  I usually don’t agree to do repeats, BUT the bride was a relative of a relative and I didn’t want to say no.  Happily this reception was outside and earlier in the day so I got much better pictures!

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She even wanted the same bronze edging on the roses.  The good news is that the cake came together much faster the second time around!

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This was actually a smaller cake so the roses look even LARGER than they did before!

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I was afraid the ones on the side would look TOO large this time around, but I think they ended up looking really pretty.

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The bride had a topper on a dowel she wanted to stick in the top so I left the center empty, but it ended up breaking just before the reception, so I filled the space with extra ruffled petals.

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I thought I’d share more details on the extra large roses!  First you create the large roses, because of drying time you want to start them a few days early, and every few hours you can add another petal!

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Now to create the paint!  I like to use vodka, but if you have a problem with vodka use clear vanilla (I make my homemade vanilla by soaking vanilla beans in vodka for 6 months, and since vodka is cheaper than clear vanilla I’m happy to use it).  Now take the edible luster dust in the color of your choice and mix them together to create an edible paint!

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Using a small thin brush I paint all the edges to bring out the details…  I like the roses both way, pure white and edged…  Which way do you like it better?

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  1. Kara

    July 25, 2012 at 11:22 pm

    So, so beautiful Ashlee! The pure white roses are gorgeous, but I also love how the little bit of color on the edges makes them pop against the cake. Stunning either way! 🙂

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    • Ashlee

      August 3, 2012 at 4:04 am

      Thanks Kara! I’ve totally missed you lately, I hope we connect again soon!

  2. Jess from Cox's Corner

    July 26, 2012 at 8:31 am

    Wow! This cake is INCREDIBLE! I never would have thought to use Vodka. You are seriously so talented. Seriously.

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    • Ashlee

      August 3, 2012 at 4:16 am

      It’s an easy and cheap solution! I was going through so much clear vanilla that when I started making my own vanilla out of vodka I thought I’d give it a try! It’s perfect!

  3. Ashley

    July 27, 2012 at 1:08 am

    That is such an elegant cake. I love it, and thanks for sharing the painted edges technique.

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    • Ashlee

      August 3, 2012 at 4:14 am

      thank you so much! It is a really elegant look! but at the same time not too dressy, perfect for this backyard wedding!

  4. Gretchen

    July 27, 2012 at 5:50 am

    Oh My Gosh!!! That is absolutely gorgeous!!! Amazing!!!

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    • Ashlee

      August 3, 2012 at 4:13 am

      thank you so much! I an really really happy with how well it came out!

  5. Lisa @ Creative Raisins

    July 27, 2012 at 4:55 pm

    What a beautiful piece of work, I love the painted edges.

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    • Ashlee

      August 3, 2012 at 4:09 am

      thank you so much, I love the painted edge too, not realistic looking, but a gorgeous effect for the right cake!

  6. Becky @ Utah Sweet Savings

    July 31, 2012 at 2:47 pm

    Wow! Stunning. Could you be more talented? I think not!

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    • Ashlee

      August 3, 2012 at 4:19 am

      Awwww your so sweet! Thank you so much!

  7. Miriam

    December 23, 2013 at 10:19 am

    Ashlee this cake is beautiful! It also happens to be almost exactly what a friend of mine has asked me to make for her wedding next year, i’ve been collecting ideas and supplies for months but the vodka and lustre is not something i’ve used or seen before, I will make up a sample and see what she thinks! Thank you very much.

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    • Ashlee

      January 12, 2014 at 2:34 pm

      you are so welcome, I hope you enjoy it!

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