Edible Eucalyptus Leaves For Cake Decorating

How to make Wafer Paper Eucalyptus

In this tutorial, Anna Astashkina will teach you how to make lifelike wafer paper Eucalyptus. You will also learn how to color and vein wafer paper for a more realistic branch look. Wafer paper Eucalyptus branches are great fillers for flower arrangements – especially for wedding cakes and nature-inspired themes.

In this demo you will learn the following:
-What colors to use for wafer paper
-How to use templates to cut wafer paper
-How to attach floral wire to wafer paper
-How to prepare and vein Eucalyptus leaves
-Options for dusting wafer paper
-How to arrange Eucalyptus branch

You can download template and print this instruction to follow along with the demo.

Put your own spin on the project by choosing different colors, adding your own personal touch, or creating a bright bouquet of them! I can't wait to see what you do with it. You can make your own wafer paper flower, post on social media and tag me @astashkinacakes, so I can share.

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instructions

1. Gather your tools and materials. Download the Eucalyptus template below.
2. Cut wafer paper according to the template using scissors or a cutting machine.
3.Using a small amount of Wafer Glue attach floral wires to each leaf.
4.Mix Wafer Paper Conditioner and apply to each leaf to soften.
5.Vein and shape all 12 leaves.
6. Mix Hot Pink Petal Dust with Vodka and paint lightly on the edges.
7. Using floral tape assemble Eucalyptus branch.
8. Apply small amount of Silver shimmer dust to the top of the leaves.

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wafer paper eucaliptus - astashkina cakes

WHAT IS WAFER PAPER?

Wafer paper is a sheet of edible paper, typically starch-based.

Ingredients: potato starch, water and vegetable oil.

It's safe to eat and the flavor is very subtle — so it won't interfere with what's going on in your cake. You canmanipulate wafer paper in all kinds of ways, another reason why it's so great for cake decorating.

What wafer paper should you buy? Here you can learn more about different grades of wafer paper.

STORAGE

Keep wafer paper in a clean Ziplock bag and store in a cool, dry place. Wafer paper can last quite some time (around 2 or 3 years on average), if stored correctly.

If your wafer paper is dry and crackly, watch this tutorial on how to fix it.

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE?

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This is an online program, where you will learn everything you need to know about working with wafer paper, creating lifelike flowers all year round, designing bespoke cakes, and confidently charge premium prices.

For daily wafer paper ideas and inspiration, join me onInstagram , Pinterest , and Facebook . Or check my YouTube channel for wafer paper video tutorials and other cake decorating projects.