Icing Cake Images - Frequently Asked Questions

[@KarolynsKakes]

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[@porscheastansberry7935]

Thank you! I make treats like oreos..strawberries...rice Krispy treats and etc so I usually just us choclate to apply the images.

[@KarolynsKakes]

That works too! 🙌

[@patriciastuckey5060]

Excellent information

[@educ8dmind]

I use Icing Images as well. They’re based in Virginia. Great customer service. Thank you for the video! 😊

[@maggieburris1081]

You're amazing! I was having issues and thought to myself, "self you know Karolyn probably has a video for this issue" so I took my happy little self here to find a video..... followed your steps and taaaa daaaa problem solved :)

[@KarolynsKakes]

I'm so glad it was helpful! 🎉

[@shayoncebrowne9956]

I live in the Caribbean Islands where its tropical almost all year...I refrigerated my cakes..I usually set the refrigerator at the lowest setting...then I turn a fan on it to help the sweating process

[@KarolynsKakes]

Good to know! Do you have air conditioning where you live?

[@shayoncebrowne9956]

No not as yet just finished with high school in 2018 and just about to pass the the anniversary of my minor and Major surgery

[@KarolynsKakes]

@@shayoncebrowne9956 Awww I hope your recovery is going well

[@victoriawilliams7210]

I’m gonna order an edible printer VERY soon from Edible Images (because of you!) and I will use your link for sure!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you so much! And I hope you love it as much as I do!

[@louiselemon9717]

Thanks for your videos! I did not know what edible printer to get and I watched your video along with the information on icing images. I’m in Hbg, thanks neighbor 😊

[@KarolynsKakes]

You're welcome Louise!😊 Is HBG Harrisburg??

[@evelynsalah9317]

Thank you for sharing all your videos

[@mariahutter7081]

Thank you for all of the detailed info👍💕

[@KarolynsKakes]

I got you boo! :)

[@zeyoti]

How do we get the licensed image?

[@midulzuraydelicias]

All your videos are so helpful!!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you love! :)

[@MultiGemgirl]

your videos are the bomb. I just love them. If you become an affiliate, heck yeah I will use your link for icing images.

[@KarolynsKakes]

*flips hair* well thank you!! 🤣🤣 I am an affiliate, I put it in the description. I appreciate you!!

[@hildaguengue4765]

Very well explained… thank you

[@KarolynsKakes]

Glad it was helpful!😊

[@fancyfingers101]

You’re absolutely right about the image is getting wrinkled and bubbly as you know from the message I sent you I experienced that. And you’re right putting fondant behind the image is best. You’re also right about the Icing Images I get my things the very next day as well because I’m in Florida and they’re located in Virginia. I wish I would’ve known that about commission when I ordered my printer the beginning of this year. And thank you for all your videos you are extremely helpful

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you honey I appreciate it! 💜

[@Sweetzandmore]

Congrats on 14k. Have you ever put a photo on a cake?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Do you mean an edible picture of someone? I have done that a lot! I still put the fondant backing on there.

[@Sweetzandmore]

Yes,ok.

[@nadsch1956]

You are just amazing...Thanks❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

You're welcome 😊

[@dolcifioricakes]

Thank you!!!

[@susankent8834]

Where do you get the images from please

[@ANGELUL777]

Shouldn't there be a concern for copyright laws if you just go on the web for images? My experience at a commercial chain's bakery was using a contractual system with Decopac. We were forbidden to print or decorate anything brought in or requested by customers that is copyrighted and not in the Decopac catalog.

[@educ8dmind]

Thanks!

[@KarolynsKakes]

You're welcome honey, thank YOU!!

[@rebeccaolbrys3450]

Hi Karolyn. Thank you so much for sharing all your tips and advice on edible images. I have 2 questions. First, where do you find images to print, Especially for character cakes? Second, do you prefer Wafer paper or Icing sheets? Thank you in advace! I will def be using your affiliate link when ordering from Icing images!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hi Rebecca! I prefer icing sheets over wafer paper. I have used wafer paper for things like butterflies though. There are a lot of sellers on Etsy who sell great images to use!

[@rebeccaolbrys3450]

Thank you so much!@@KarolynsKakes

[@superoriginalbydg6100]

Hi Karolyn... I love your tutorial. I have a question?I have two printers Canon IX6820 and Epson ET 2800 the prints are gorgeous but last time I printed pizza wheel marks came in the prints. I tried to change the settings, speeds..... and clean . Nothing helped. Do you know how I solve it? Thank you

[@KarolynsKakes]

That usually happens when the print head needs cleaning. Sometimes the ink can also seep out from the cartridges and make a mess. Here's a video of me showing how to clean the print head!

[@KarolynsKakes]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmSQln-ZhL9nprM

[@nicolegoode2807]

Sooooo……. I thought I had a favorite person to follow on KZbin for cake decorating. But I officially have a new favorite!!! You are exactly what I need, because I suffer with comprehension issues. Thank you for being you ❤

[@KarolynsKakes]

Nicoleeeee! Thanks girl, I appreciate you!! 💜🙏

[@melindahay5714]

Do I need a desktop computer or could I use a laptop also can I use the icing images on chocolate?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I have a laptop (MacBook) now and still use it on this. So you can do it on both. And, you can print on chocolate, check out Icing Images website for tutorials / info!

[@dolcevida2539]

Thank you, how much do you charge for edible images, if I do a half page I charge $5, is that reasonable?

[@rydapin]

I charge $15 per sheet. It doesn't matter what I print on it, as long as I've printed on it, its $15.

[@boogatyson2301]

Hello luv thanks so much for all this information ❤️❤️❤️ when you put the image on fondant what do you use to get the image to stick to the fondant without coming off .

[@KarolynsKakes]

Piping gel! It's the best for edible images.

[@RedSeaCustomz]

​@KarolynsKakes what would you recommend I use to apply the images to disc shape cake pops with a hard outer candy shell??

[@donnaraney631]

Hi Carolyn. Wondering your thoughts on a printer which has tanks for the color. I currently have the cannon with cartridges but wondering if tanks would work better?? I’ve seen no info on whether or not the food color is an option for tank printers - Any help appreciated.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hey Donna! I'm not sure about those for edible printing. I've only used the cartridges so I can't really give advice on the tanks. I would message Icing Images to see!

[@SugarSugarCreek]

Condensation is soooo scary with Edible images, I'm about to apply one

[@KarolynsKakes]

Make sure you control the environment the cake is in! Don't bring it into a warm room right out of the fridge or you'll have issues.

[@aleiahroberts9154]

Hi, what causes the image to cool on the cake then get runny and messy?? Can anyone help with this question??. Is there a specific temperature it should be kept at??

[@KarolynsKakes]

You could be having condensation issues. If you take the cake out of the fridge and put it in a warm room (without air conditioning), then condensation will form on the cake and the image will bleed. I always keep my house cold and I usually put my images on a piece of fondant so it protects the image from getting ruined.

[@aleiahroberts9154]

Okay great idea... My situation was embarrassing

[@florencesamuel7216]

What do I do to prevent sweaty buttercream frosting

[@KarolynsKakes]

Here's a video where I talk about it! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHOzm3qwerKNl9k

[@cuffcakemomma]

Do you need a certain printer for half sheet images?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Icing images does sell a wide format printer. The regular one can only fit the smaller paper in it.

[@rebeccaaubart8797]

What printer do you use?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Canon TS702a

[@anthonycosier5738]

What is the best software for image making with edible ink printer

[@KarolynsKakes]

I use Microsoft Word. If you get your supplies from Icing Images, you can use their iPrint program for free!

[@lammilami]

Hi can you put icing sheets inside lollipops or only on top?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I've never worked with lollipops so I'm not sure I'm sorry!

[@moonowl4912]

You made it to 14K !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@KarolynsKakes]

I just saw that, so exciting!!😊💜

[@moonowl4912]

@@KarolynsKakes you need to go live and 🎉

[@KarolynsKakes]

@@moonowl4912 I know! I have to figure out how to do that and what to talk about!

[@moonowl4912]

@@KarolynsKakes just say thank you, talk about the year ahead, any new techniques you want to try and answer questions.

[@debkroger7057]

What paper do you use for your edible prints? thanks

[@KarolynsKakes]

I use the regular premium small sheets, 8.5 x 10.75 printing area.

[@ninibren]

What bundle do you recommend? The 299 or 399?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I have the least expensive bundle and love it! I don't need the scanner function so I opted for the $299 option. If you would use the scanner, I'd go with the $399!

[@ninibren]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you so much! I'm seriously considering buying one. If I purchase it I'll use your affiliate link. 😊

[@maggieburris1081]

🤗😘🤗

[@robinware6792]

Thanks!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Robin! Thank you so much! 💜🙏

[@margesinclair451]

I can’t Thank you enough for all your informative videos

[@UselessInfo717]

If I wanted to do this and just sell locally as a side hustle would I make any money?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I think you could! There are a bunch of sellers on sites like etsy. You can probably get between $12 - $20 per printed sheet. A box of 24 sheets is $30 plus shipping, so there can be a big profit margin to that.

[@nancymills3381]

Karolyn, is there a secret to putting edible images on chocolate ganache?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I rarely adhere my images directly to my cakes. I like to put them on fondant first and then put them on the cake. This way, they are less likely to wrinkle or bleed.

[@juaquinawilliams3]

How can you print multiple pictures as a collage for your cake ?

[@KarolynsKakes]

You'll want to create the collage first in Canva or Photoshop. Then you can print it to your edible printer from a Word document.

[@adelacetina100]

Hola a mi faborite person 😂

[@KarolynsKakes]

Awwww thank you mi amor!

[@ericastraker8237]

Would it be best to buy inkjet or laserjet

[@KarolynsKakes]

Inkjet!

[@victoriasmith2965]

I got the same printer as yours except the a. The only difference is it doesn't have Bluetooth capabilities and it's so much cheaper. Who needs Bluetooth?! Lol. ... I got the Canon pixma ts702a for $80

[@KarolynsKakes]

It's a great printer!

[@kristina05kv]

I’ve just bought my printer but can’t really get into it(many people said it’s a game changer etc but with me it’s a bit of trouble) I can’t solve the problem with the paper filling up(sometimes it takes is from the bottom tray sometimes with the top one(how I might be sure which way it’s going to be!!???is there any tips I can set it up to take the paper only one way It a canon pixma TS 705 A

[@KarolynsKakes]

You have to set it to print from the rear tray through your printer settings on your computer. I don't remember exactly how to do it, but you can google it to find out!

[@thomaxinedixon9852]

These videos are extremely helpful. I basically use all your recommendations 😂😂😂

[@KarolynsKakes]

This is wonderful, I'm so happy to hear this! 😊🙌

[@tjackson2882]

What's the difference between Canon TS702 and Canon TS702a?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I believe the ts702 has bluetooth capabilities and the ts702a doesn't. Other than that, they work the same.

[@deedollz6153]

Thank you so so soooo much!

[@robinware6792]

Thanks for sharing your talents with all of us! I signed up for the birthday cake blueprint but it never came through. Any other way to get it? Thanks?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Do you have gmail? If so, check spam / junk folder and also social / promotions tabs.

[@michellesmith2140]

Good morning do you use imprint ? I just got a new printer from icing image when I get off work they close 😢do you have a video that show me had to use it

[@KarolynsKakes]

I rarely use iPrint. I use Microsoft Word whenever I want to print with my edible printer. 😊

[@caroljandreau7748]

How many images can you print with the ink before replacing ink

[@KarolynsKakes]

Oh boy I’m not sure, I print weekly and can print for a few months before having to replace them.

[@eringobraugh24]

I jumped in comments to tell you that I appreciate you so much. I had issues with my printer not printing lol… I haven’t used it in months. This video completely answered why! Thank you … cheers to you ☕️☕️☕️♥️💋

[@KarolynsKakes]

Hey Erin! So glad it helped, I know how frustrating it can be when it doesn’t work!

[@marthaadams5777]

Karolyn, You crack me up; you’re killing me. LOL Question concerning Icing Images printer set up. Do you set up you’re printer as Icing Images suggests? They mention setting paper abrasion. Thank you in advance for your time. You rock!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes I do! They have a YT video explaining how to do it. 👍🏼

[@davidblake9132]

can you add an image to chocolate? Have you ever tried this? Love your videos - I just discovered your channel!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yes you definitely can! I haven't done that personally yet, but a little piping gel on the back will help it stick. Icing Images also has chocolate transfer sheets. Here's my link to their site: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1817175&u=2948238&m=113258&urllink=&afftrack= Click Edible Paper, then Isomalt & Transfer Sheets

[@marciboden]

I’ve used Icing Images for a few years now. I also bought my printer through them and couldn’t be happier! They have the best customer service and are always willing to help if I’m having issues. I’m glad to see you use them as well and will buy through your link to help you out from here forward!

[@KarolynsKakes]

You're the sweetest, thank you honey! And they really are the best...customer service is great and shipping is super fast. 🙌😊

[@kaleenmorris2071]

I love that you said "Because I'm a freak" LOL

[@KarolynsKakes]

😂😂

[@Brandi_the_Baker]

I just bought my printer from icing images. I am so excited to use it. I am binging all these printer videos.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Yayyyy!! I love my printer so much, I use it every week since I got it! I hope you love it as much as I do ☺️🙌🏼

[@victoriaguerra4639]

I got my printer quick from Icing Images! I hope you become an affiliate!! Thanks for all your information!💜

[@KarolynsKakes]

Thank you!!

[@Sweetlady292]

What about if you already threw out the orange pieces. Can they be replaced?

[@KarolynsKakes]

I would contact them to see if you could get replacement clips shipped to you!

[@michellesmith2140]

Hello the cake not going to dry out when left in refrigerator for 2 day with frosting on it? I’m new at this have 5 order this weekend I wonder how was I wonder how I was going to get all that done before Saturday

[@KarolynsKakes]

Here's a video where I talk about the timeline: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4ucaWiCaZugfsU

[@michellesmith2140]

@@KarolynsKakes thank you

[@rachelboothe5075]

I am planning to buy an edible printer package from Icing Images next month and I have been watching videos trying to educate myself on edible printing ahead of time. Your videos are so clear and well done. Thank you for taking the time to make them. I read something the other day about jpeg and png images as well as pixels and how they affect the quality of edible images. The more I read the more confused I became. Could you tell me what to look for when googling for an image to print? Is there a way to know ahead of time if it will print clear and crisp without printing it ahead of time on regular paper? Thanks.

[@KarolynsKakes]

Larger images print better. In a Google search, you can click images - tools - size and click large. Those always print the best for me. However, I have printed smaller ones. If they don't look blurry on the screen, then generally they print clear as well!

[@rachelboothe5075]

@@KarolynsKakes Thank you so much!

[@rachelboothe5075]

@@KarolynsKakes Thank you. I have one more question. Does it matter if the image is a jpeg or png?

[@Morris75]

Where is the best place to get images? Thank you!

[@KarolynsKakes]

Are you asking where you can purchase pre-printed images to use on your cakes? If so, Icing Images can do that! (I linked them in the description).

[@akeliahglasgow4751]

What type of printer do you use?

[@KarolynsKakes]

Canon TS702!

[@ODY0319]

As always very informative! Thank you

[@KarolynsKakes]

I gotchu boo!

[@berthaversetto8654]

@@KarolynsKakes can you recommend an Edible image printer for someone just starting out that may not be to expensive please?

[@KarolynsKakes]

@@berthaversetto8654 to be honest, icing images has really great prices. Ever since Covid, the costs of everything has increased. So while they do coat slightly more now, it still is a really good deal. To start, you will need to make the investment in a brand new printer, edible icing sheets, edible ink cartridges, and I would recommend having ink refills and a cleaning kit on hand. Icing images has bundles where you can get all of this together at a better price instead of purchasing them separately. I purchased their basic bundle and it is great quality! You can try to purchase everything separately but I’m not sure that it will save you money. And you have to be careful that you don’t purchase low quality products because you could have issues with them. (Bad icing sheets could get sticky or melt and make a big mess.). That’s why I stick with Icing images, I’ve never had issues with their products. If you’re not ready to make the investment and / or you don’t print too often, you can find someone to print the images you need and get them shipped to you.