Butterfly Candies
A symbol of love taking flight, of warm summer days, of childhood. I often wondered, why are they called butter-fly, when in fact they flutter-by, (where does the butter come in?) These butterfly candies would be beautiful on a wedding candy buffet or for any summer event. The butterfly lollipops alone make lovely favors for a butterfly themed wedding ! Dessert truffles or the gummi butterflies in a small box tied with the butterfly ribbon also are a good and cost effective choice.
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Fruit Carving
Watermelon Swan Carving Instructions
* Any Shape watermelon can work. Pick one that is best for your table. * Cut a thin slice out of the bottom * Draw the outlines for the swan as confirmed in the pattern image. * Use a wonderful knife or decorating software to cut along the lines of the pattern. * Cut all the way in the rind when cutting the top commission this am able to be cut away. * Be gloomy to leave the beak attached to the feathers for stability. * Use a knife to hollow out an eye. * To remove the top section, chiefly cut it to quarters. * Hollow the melon and trim the aspects so properties are not too thick. * You can use a melon baller to remove the remaining melon. * Fill investing in approx. 1 cup of fruit salad, depending on the size of the melon. * Serve remaining fruit salad in one more bowl. read more
- Fruit Carving Instructions
- How To Carve Fruits and Vegetables * Use fresh vegetables and fruits that are at the stage just before they are ripe. * If it is going to be eaten wash the fruit or vegetable. Wash your hands, carving tools and chopping board. * Use a sharp, stainless steel knife which will not discolour the carving. * Carve as quickly as possible to keep the carving fresh. * Carve gently so it does not break or bruise. * Don't carve out more than is necessary. read more
- There are various courses available for Vegetable and Fruit Carving lovers, which offers you the special opportunity including the Chinese-Thai art of cutting and carving. Thai culinary carving expertise is arguably unsurpassed for skill and finesse. By a skillful way of handling knives and carving tools you will be able to create fantastic showpieces out of radish, carrots, red beets, swedes, kohlrabi, mango and complete melons. Furthermore you may learn how to attractively arrange plate garnishing for the modern cuisine and buffets. Your instructor have to show you how to create several flower arrangements, butterflies, a peacock, fish, flower rosettes in melons and much more รข€“ turning this seminar into a very special experience! Vegetable and Fruit Carving is an art. Select course anywhere, yours and your instructors interest in Vegetable And Fruit Carving is most important. read more
- A carving knife is a large knife that is used to cut meat or large food items. A carving knife may also be used to cut small details in gourmet fruit or delicate meat. Get creative as you carve holiday meat, a delicate fruit sculpture or vegetable assortment. 1. Plan the menu. Whether you are serving juicy meat or a beautiful fruit sculpture, a carving knife may be the perfect instrument. 2. Determine which type of carving knife you need. Carving knives come in a variety of options in size and use. For large food, use a bigger carving knife; for moderate detail, use a smaller carving knife. 3. Arrange a clean cutting board for the meat or other food. 4. Grip the handle with your primary hand so that you have more control over the carving knife. 5. Arrange the food with the other hand, in a position to be cut. 6. Carve the meat by moving from the outside inward. You may also want to use a long-tined fork to keep & read more
Fruit Carving for Kids - Part II - Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is a fun time for kids (mostly kids like to try pumpkin carving with new ideas and patterns), but it is also an important time to be extra vigilant for possible safety hazards so that your children have a fun and safe Halloween. Some tips to make Halloween safe include: Costume safety * choose a costume made of flame retardant material * costumes should be short enough so that they don't cause your child to trip and fall, * for good visibility, add some reflective tape to the costume or bag he is using to carry candy or make/choose a costume made of bright material that is visible in the dark * masks should fit securely and allow your child to see well and not hinder visibility * if using face paint, make sure it is nontoxic and hypoallergenic * knives, swords and other props should be made of a flexible material, so that they don't pose a hazard if fallen on Trick-or-Treating safety * children should be w read more
Tips on selecting fruits and vegetables for carving
Each kind of fruit and vegetable has its own unique characteristics, so keep these pointers in mind when choosing fruits and vegetables to carve. Onions and shallots should be fresh and without wrinkles. Choose either mediumsized or small bulbs that are all of uniform size. Carrots should be straight and of medium or large-size. Radishes should be fresh, firm, and round. Use medium-sized radishes, all of uniform size. Chinese radishes should be straight and of medium-size with clear bright skins. The flesh of large Chinese radishes tends to be mealy. Cucumbers should be green, straight, and of medium-size. The type called for in this book is the larger type (Tang Ran). If the smaller type (Tang Kwa) is used, those with green skins have firmer flesh and are better for carving than those with greenish white skins. Tomatoes should be of uniform size. Plum tomatoes, with elongated fruits, are firmer than round varieties. Choose fresh ones with no wrinkles. Pumpkins should have thick, firm read more
Ice Sculptures
Sculpting ice presents a number of difficulties due to the variability and volatility of the material. Ice must be carefully selected to be suitable for sculpting. The ideal material should be made from pure, clean water for high transparency, and have the minimum amount of air bubbles. Boiled water produce bubble free, transparent ice.
Different company in different parts of the world can produce blocks of different dimensions. Blocks can be carved from frozen river or from "ice quarries". These large ice blocks must be moved by heavy machinery and are used for large ice sculpting events or as part of an ice hotel.
The temperature of the environment affects how quickly the piece must be completed to avoid the effects of melting; if the sculpting does not take place in a cold environment, then the sculptor must work quickly to finish his piece. Some sculptures can be completed in as little as ten minutes if the carver is using power tools such as chainsaws and specialty die grinder.
Ice sculptors also use razor-sharp chisels that are specifically designed for cutting ice.
As various technologies are adapted for use with ice carving, many sculptures are now created largely by machine. CNC machines and molding systems are now commonly used to create ice sculptures and complicated logos. Color effects are also possible.
This art form is traditionally taught in culinary schools using text books such as Ice Sculpting the Modern Way, Joseph Amendola's Ice Carving Made Easy and Mac Winker's Ice Sculpture: The Art of Ice Carving in 12 Systematic Steps. There are also small schools that teach ice carving.
When it comes to displaying these, the only limit is your creativity. It is important to always place them atop something like a deep plate or pan to catch the melting water. The following suggestions may be used alone or together:
Different company in different parts of the world can produce blocks of different dimensions. Blocks can be carved from frozen river or from "ice quarries". These large ice blocks must be moved by heavy machinery and are used for large ice sculpting events or as part of an ice hotel.
The temperature of the environment affects how quickly the piece must be completed to avoid the effects of melting; if the sculpting does not take place in a cold environment, then the sculptor must work quickly to finish his piece. Some sculptures can be completed in as little as ten minutes if the carver is using power tools such as chainsaws and specialty die grinder.
Ice sculptors also use razor-sharp chisels that are specifically designed for cutting ice.
As various technologies are adapted for use with ice carving, many sculptures are now created largely by machine. CNC machines and molding systems are now commonly used to create ice sculptures and complicated logos. Color effects are also possible.
This art form is traditionally taught in culinary schools using text books such as Ice Sculpting the Modern Way, Joseph Amendola's Ice Carving Made Easy and Mac Winker's Ice Sculpture: The Art of Ice Carving in 12 Systematic Steps. There are also small schools that teach ice carving.
Ice Sculpture Hints And Tips
Ice sculpture centerpieces really make impressive party decor. Now making them yourself using our line of ice sculpture molds is within the range of any decorating budget - and fun too. Although a large professionally carved ice sculpture is still more impressive, they are expensive. Yet our molds will let you make as many ice sculptures as needed for very little cost allowing the use of many - even several on each table if desired.
Ice Variants
While there is no denying the beauty of ice sculptures, you are not limited to using plain water. Here are some great ideas for embellishing ice sculptures:
While there is no denying the beauty of ice sculptures, you are not limited to using plain water. Here are some great ideas for embellishing ice sculptures:
- Colors - Water may be colored with food coloring to create colored ice.
- Glitter - Glitter may be added to the water.
- Embedded Objects - Fruit, silk flowers, toys, etc... may be added (experiment since not all will look good).
- Distilled water makes clearer ice.
When it comes to displaying these, the only limit is your creativity. It is important to always place them atop something like a deep plate or pan to catch the melting water. The following suggestions may be used alone or together:
- Floral display - The obvious choice for most centerpieces.
- Ice Base - An ice base can be made in pie, loaf, or cake pans - remember that water expands when freezing so don't fill them to the top.
- Ice Base With Embeds - Embedding objects that match your theme looks good in an ice base.
- Vary Height - The classic 3 height pillar candle style can be adapted to ice sculptures by making ice bases in varying heights.
- Vary Colors - Sculptures in different colors often create a striking display.
- Grouping - Grouping 2 or more ice sculptures. Some lend themselves well to back to back placement.
- Multiples Per Table - Rectangular tables look better with several ice sculptures down the center rather than one elaborate arrangement in the center.
- Position a votive candle in clear glass holder behind the ice sculptures to illuminate them.
- Make extra ice sculptures in case of accidents or to change them out if needed during long parties.
- Melted water may be removed from the plate easily with a turkey baster.
- Make a matching gelatin to serve with dessert.
- Don't wait until the last minute.
- Store sculptures in plastic bags (in the freezer of course) until needed.
Ice Sculpture Mold Instructions
- Wash Mold - This will remove any dirt picked up during manufacture, transport, or storage.
- Position the mold in your freezer and level with the 4 foam corners (included with mold).
- Fill the mold approximately 90%. Do not fill to top to allow for expansion.
- Freeze for 48 hours.
- To demold, place the mold open side down on a flat surface for several minutes until the mold lifts off easily. Note: Do not dip it in water as this will cause cracking.
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Butterfly Wedding Cakes
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Butterfly Poems and Quotes
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Hottest Butterfly Tatoos
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Butterfly Kisses and Smileys
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My Oil Pastel Drawings
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Butterfly Headband
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