Simple Elephant Cake - Cake Decorating Tutorial
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Simple Elephant Cake // Do you have to make an elephant themed cake? Well in this cake decorating tutorial, I will show you how to decorate this cute elephant cake! You'll learn how to make an elephant cake topper, how to use letter cutters on fondant to make a fondant name plaque, how to make a pretty gingham pattern border and how to make buttercream rosettes. This design is pretty easy and is good for beginner cake decorating.
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Videos I Referenced:
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HOW TO STACK CAKE TIERS - • HOW TO STACK CAKE TIER...
HOW TO BAKE (RED VELVET CAKE RECIPE) - • Delicious Moist Red Ve...
HOW TO FILL CAKES - • How I Fill My Kakes | ...
MARSHMALLOW FONDANT RECIPE - • How To Make Delicious ...
MY BUTTERCREAM RECIPE - • How to Make American B...
HOW TO MAKE CAKE DRUMS - • How To Make A Foil Cov...
ELEPHANT PICTURE - www.google.com/search?q=eleph...
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0:00 Intro
1:33 Coloring the Fondant
8:41 Making the Elephant
21:59 Name Plaque Part 1
24:52 Making the Squares
26:59 Name Plaque Part 2
33:17 Making the Polka Dots
33:36 Decorating the Top Tier
38:58 Buttercream Rosettes
48:11 Finishing Touches
52:04 Final Thoughts
• Simple Elephant Cake -...
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This was the cutest elephant ever
Dam girl, I've been a professional cake decorator since 1990 and I learned SO MANY helpful techniques in this one video, I can't wait to binge your content. and I'm glad you rambled at the end because I need to watch that one too!
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
This is great, I'm so Glad it was helpful!😊🙏
Im your fan number one! I cannot stop watching and liking your videos!! thank you so much I am learning so much from them 🙂
I love your videos and make comments so youtube knows I'm a real person
I can’t even explain how much u have helped me! I have been binge watching all your videos, I love your channel u are so genuine and sweet I just love ya!
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
Awwww thank you honey, love ya back!
That's so pretty I love the scotch thanks .I always learn new tips everytime I watch your videos , and your so impatient I really enjoy your video keep up the good job
I am a new subscriber and love your tutorials and have watched several of them. I just find it amazing what you can do with fondant and cake decorating. The elephant on this cake was adorable and you made it seem so easy. I think that a tail on this elephant would have looked cute too. Thanks for sharing all your wonderful tips and details. I just love your videos!!!
@KarolynsKakes
11 ай бұрын
Thank you Donna, I appreciate you! 💜🙏
I just followed you on FB snd commented how i don’t watch your fondant videos because i’m just not there yet, but i watched this one and Karolyn you are so talented. You have the patience of a saint to be able to do this. Thank you again for sharing your talent with us, you are so inspiring. God bless 🙏🏻❤️
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
LOL Thank you!! With cake decorating, you'll find your "thing". Some people love 3D figures, some love making flowers. Both of those are my nightmare LOL So I love doing fondant work. Once you find your thing, you can get really good at it and it will become your signature!
@GrammaPatriot
Жыл бұрын
@@KarolynsKakes ❤️❤️❤️
I am so glad I ran across your videos. You always give such great and detailed instructions.
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Nanc! 💜🙏
Loved this video🤗Very detailed… u so professional in what u do. Thanks for the share 💖💖💖
Great job! This is it. It will be my first attempt. Never even eaten fondant. LMAO Now the planning. Thank you!
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
You got this!🙌🙌
Wow, thank you, your tutorials are so helpful, I have really leant so much from just watching
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
Love this! I'm happy to help!
It came out beautiful. Would love to see how it gets boxed next
@KarolynsKakes
2 ай бұрын
Here's one way I wrap up cakes: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nWeps7ttqpjWntY.html I don't always tape the lids to the sides, sometimes I just wrap the plastic over the cake without the lids. Something like this design doesn't require the extra protection of the lids!
Beautiful cake 🤩 I love the way you teach, It’s so easy to understand. Thank you
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome! I try to find a balance between over explaining and skipping over too much!
Espectacular!!!!
Thank you. This is the most I struggle but with your tips and tricks makes me want to make one right now
Thank you for this video is a lovely cake. Simple and beautiful. God bless you.
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
You're so sweet! You're welcome
New subscriber amd new cake maker so I’ve been binge watching since yesterday, just want to say I appreciate all the details and tips you give. I’ve learned many of them by trial and error. Fixing the cracks with shortening is new for me so thank you I will definitely try that next time🙂
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Amy! I'm glad you're enjoying my content, thank you for your support 😊
Omg I love your idea with the powdered sugar in that shaker, thank you! It makes a lot of sense how you teach. Thanks for your videos
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
You know what's crazy? I always tell people it's corn starch and I realized I never said that in this video! I prefer to use corn starch over powdered sugar because the sugar gets sticky as you work with it. Try corn starch and see how you like it!
@angelamcguinness636
3 жыл бұрын
@@KarolynsKakes used it today and what a difference. I can feel the difference too
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
@@angelamcguinness636 It's the little things! :)
@angelamcguinness636
3 жыл бұрын
@@KarolynsKakes I could’ve sworn I heard you say corn starch in the video maybe it was a different video
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
@@angelamcguinness636 I usually say it in my videos but I think I forgot in this one LOL
Yay! Love full decorating cake videos 😊
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you like them! I'll hopefully do more, they just take forever to edit LOL
That's super cute!!!!
Te quedó demasiado hermoso !!! 💙💙💙💙🤍🤍🤍
Beautiful!
That was an awesome tutorial thank you. Am loving your tips and step by step instructions.
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Bernadette! I'm glad it's easy to follow 😊
I love this cake!!
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris! :)
Great tutorial! Can't wait to make this cake. Thank you!
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome honey!
I love love ❤️ your videos, your so real, and just to the point.
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Rivalie! 💜🙏
I watched the entire video! You’re so helpful!! Thank you. I love decorating cakes and cookies.
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
You made it to the end!! 😂😂 You're welcome!
Absolutely beautiful
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
Lovely Karolyn. Much learned. Appreciate your demonstrations and have work. Hope to join you soon.👍 V. Palmer
@KarolynsKakes
2 ай бұрын
Wonderful!🙏
This is the second video of yours that I've watched and I must tell you how much I've learned in such a short time!!! I love your channel!! Thank you!!
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
Yayyy!! That makes me so happy to hear! You're welcome Mary! 🙌💜🙏
Wow! Thank you so much. You are awesome and very talented
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
Geraldine, You’re so sweet! You’re welcome!☺️
You are a great teacher, great video
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you love!
Awesome cake ,thnx for the good lessons ❤️🙏
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure 😊
Beautiful cake
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
LOVE it lovely. I really want o know how to bring fondant cakes back to room temp without too much condensation
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
I'm working on that video!
Gorgeous 💕
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@mariahutter7081
3 жыл бұрын
@@KarolynsKakes ❤️💕
Hi Karlyn, your class is awesome! I'm planning on retirement in the future. I bake simple cakes now, but I'd like to have a tutorial on Microsoft to find some clip arts and print them out on fondant. Hopefully you can help!
OK I had to redo my account with my name this time. But that was me commenting under fancyfingers email. Anyway love all your videos I really learn a lot
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
I looked through my comments and don't think I saw anything else from you. And I'm glad I can help you out!
Hello from Mexico..new follower.. I love it and its so funny when you say "" aw man i forgot to roll black for the eyeball"..😅
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
I was so salty! 😂
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I love the way you teach, it is so clear and easy to follow. I am learning alot of techniques from you. Can you do a video on how to put fondant on a cake for beginners?
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! :) Here is one I did about 2 years ago. If it's difficult to follow, I can make one where I explain it in more detail. kzread.info/dash/bejne/fp1-2JKqdMfQYMo.html
@lovelita21
3 жыл бұрын
@@KarolynsKakes thank you, I will check it out. Much appreciated.
Thanks so much for the tutorial 😊. Please can you do a video on how you take your cake pictures.
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I will add this to the list of videos to make and hopefully get that done in a few weeks!
@magymaxy
3 жыл бұрын
@@KarolynsKakes thank you so much
Thank you for sharing, I picked up quite a few tips 😊 do you save extra buttercream? Thank you 😊
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome Margot! I do save the extra, I keep it in an airtight container in the fridge. It will last for about a month in the fridge and around 3 months in the freezer. I never keep it more than a week though because I use so much of it!
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Hi karolyn, i tried ur homemade mmf and its a bomb:)thank you for sharing with us🤗🤗can u also suggest how do u store fondant cakes? Mine was super glossy after i took out from fridge and i was scared like hell that it will fall apart. Thankfully nothing happened but i dont want this stress in future😖😖 Thank u for all ur lovely tips❤️
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
Aww I'm so glad you like it! I actually keep getting this question, so I am working on a video right now to better explain it for you guys. I should have it out in a week or 2!
You have a new subscriber
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Eloisa! I'm so happy you joined!
So adorable. You make it look Easy lol 😂 one question: is there a reason you don’t cover your cake boards?
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Marjory! I sometimes do, it just depends on the design.
How do you make marshmallow fondant pliable? Mine breaks up even with the corn syrup. Ty
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
This is what I do, hopefully it will work for you too! kzread.info/dash/bejne/q46ItZOEn6XbiM4.html
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I’d watch a 5 hour video if it’s about this content!! lol just so you know 😉
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
Okay Ima hold you to that! LOL Thank you
How do you take your cake photos
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
I had someone else ask me this so I will make a video soon!
How did you get the squares
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
I show it at 24:52 😊
I made mucky mouse ears and used lolly pops and they all sink, or tear the cake. How do I sop that from happening.
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
I have to see the picture of the cake so I can see what happened!
I wanted to tell you that if you start at the bottom and end in the middle when making a rosette it comes out neater. But your way is good too.
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
That's a great tip! I am going to try that next time, thank you!
@melissaevans4396
3 жыл бұрын
@@KarolynsKakes your way is terrific, I was just giving a little tip.
@KarolynsKakes
3 жыл бұрын
@@melissaevans4396 That's why I love KZread, we can get ideas from each other, I learn a lot from you guys too!
I use cornstarch. It works much better
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
Use cornstarch for what part?
Talk about little square hell. I think you were in little letter hell!!! Those letter cutters seem like a damn nightmare !
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
OMG these cutters SUCK! LOL I actually had another cake where I was in Tappit hell...The tappit letters are easier to work with, but when you have to cut 500 of them, it will drive you insane! 😂
Maybe I missed that part
Use a pin.. It works better
@KarolynsKakes
Жыл бұрын
Use a pin for what?
@mecheleclasson
Жыл бұрын
@@KarolynsKakessorry I was typing while watching you remove the letters 🤣... to get the fondant out of the cutters
I thought you didn't like minectaft😂
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
I really do hate it 🤣🤣🤣
@mecheleclasson
2 жыл бұрын
@@KarolynsKakes I know I felt your pain cutting squares last week 😂😂🤣
@KarolynsKakes
2 жыл бұрын
@@mecheleclasson it makes you question your life choices LOL
@mecheleclasson
2 жыл бұрын
@@KarolynsKakes I come from corporate management.. It's so much easier to think than to do.. Baking is really hard work..