This cake was for the older sister (and my former student) of the girl who asked for the frog princess cakes earlier in the year (see June). Her mom had picked a beautiful stained-glass invitation for family and friends and asked to incorporate the colors/design however I could into the cake. I only wished that I had taken a picture of the cake next to the invitation so you could see them side by side.
The background of the stained-glass was various shades of red and pink, and within the framing were doves and grapes. Unfortunately, the cake wasn't quite wide enough around the sides to include the doves, so I recreated the leaves and grapes only.
To liquefy luster dust, you can use either vodka (I prefer lemon or vanilla flavored) or any kind of extract. You never want to use water because it dissolves the sugar fondant.
I have to say, it was quite relaxing getting back to painting, I hadn't done any proper painting since my art minor courses at college. Once I got started it seemed like the world stood still. I hope I get to draw and paint (with edible "inks" of course) again!
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