How To Cover A Cake Board With Fondant: The Krazy Kool Cakes Way!

[@NappynHappy81]

Laura, I ordered a foam core board and used it under a corset cake I made this weekend. I used your methods shown here and it turned out so great! I just wanted to say thanks for all the tutorials you've made. You are a inspiration to many and I wanted to let you know that you are appreciated. I know you are busy and can't do all that we beg for (LOL) but I am grateful! Thanks again and I pray you continue to have success in everything.

[@sweetporaro]

8yrs after, am watching this and its very helpful. THANKS and GOD bless you🙏

[@krazykoolcakes]

Hi Christy! So glad you found it helpful. Thank you so much for letting us know! God bless you too! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

Thanks! Glad you liked it! :) I usually cover the board just about an hour or so before I start decorating my cake. I remember covering cakes with fondant was the most challenging thing for me to learn as well. I actually learned by watching videos here on KZbin. There are many many great videos already posted on youtube that help tackle the problem. :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

That is SO AWESOME!!! You have no idea how gratifying it is to here you say that!!! I'm so glad that you liked the method and I'm sure your cake came out awesome! I will be adding custom foam core boards to my store and will be taking custom orders so if you ever need an odd shape or just a regular shape foam core board, let me know! Yay! Your comment made my day! THANK YOU! :)

[@dianeschmidt5928]

Laura, Where have you been my whole life... I can't get enough of your tutorials. Your work is fantastic and I appreciate the way you describe everything in detail. Wish I could take your classes in person, but I live in Florida.

[@krazykoolcakes]

Thank you Pris! Glad you're enjoying the tutorials. My pleasure! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

You are very welcome! I'm so happy that you liked the technique! So happy it worked for you! :)

[@krescent74]

Thank you so much for posting this tutorial! I just covered a board for the first time after watching your video and am so trilled with how it turned out!

[@krazykoolcakes]

Thank you so much! That really means a lot to me! I appreciate you taking the time to say thank you! I'm so happy you are enjoying the tutorials and they are helpful to you! God bless you! :)

[@dkbunny17]

Your tutorials are such an amazing help to everyone, thankyou for taking the time and effort doing them, i have seen many tutorials which have to be bought and they r not that good at all, thanks again for all your expertise and sharing it with us :)x

[@krazykoolcakes]

Your English is GREAT! The board I use is called foam core. :) Thank you for watching my tutorials! Glad you like them! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

Thank you! Glad you liked it! I like to use the impression mat after I put the fondant on the board. If you are going to use an impression mat, then I would roll the fondant out just a tad bit thicker. Once the fondant is on the board, I make the impression before cutting the excess fondant off as the impression mat will spread the fondant out somewhat. Once the impression is there, then I cut off the excess fondant on the edges. Hope this helps! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

Not a stupid question at all. Mainly the reason we cover boards with fondant is for the "look" of it. Covering it with fondant makes it more uniform with the cake. The decor matches. In my opinion, it's more appealing to the eye than just covering it with paper or aluminum or colored foil. You don't have to cover it with fondant, it's just a preference for some decorators like myself. :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

You're very welcome! I'm glad you liked this tutorial! Sometimes I'll cut a circle in the fondant after I put it on the board just so I don't waste fondant. The one in this tutorial was a pretty small board so that's why I didn't cut out the circle. But if the cake going on the board is 10" or bigger, then I'll put a cardboard cake board the same size as the cake and mark it and cut it out with my pizza cutter. In some of my videos you see the large hole in the fondant. Hope this helps! :)

[@priszorn]

Your videos are great, Laura. I am a new International baking and pastry student and your videos have been so incredibly helpful. Thank you, thank you, thank you :-)

[@krazykoolcakes]

I'm glad you found it too!!! Thank you for being so kind! I hope you like the technique. :)

[@msbarbados68]

Thank you very much, i haven't a few boards but they never looked so great as this, thanks for the tips, surely will be usely in the future.

[@Modelchickny]

Wow, I always wonder how to do this. Thank you so much for posting this video as well as the tip on how to get rid of the powder sugar, thanks again!

[@claraboyd5325]

You have helped me so much! Please keep your great videos coming. You are a great teacher :-)

[@BieberLover1713]

Love it! I'm making my friends 18th birthday cake on Halloween and will definitely be using that technique to cover the board in fondant! Thank you!

[@trasunful]

hi, love this tut...have been using your bubble straw method now for a while to stack my cakes...and this is another I'll be adopting...thankyou so much for sharing your knowledge....do you use a hot glue gune to apply the border ribbon...? cheers from Australia...love your cakes and yr talent btw...

[@krazykoolcakes]

You're welcome Clara. Usually I either pipe a little bit of buttercream or royal icing. Whichever I have handy. It helps to make it sticky between the cake board and presentation board. Don't ever completely depend on the icing though to KEEP the cake on the board. This is why we use a sharpened wooden dowel through the entire cake to go INTO the foam core board. :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

Hi Tracy! Glad you liked this tute! :) Yes, we use a glue gun for the ribbon. Cheers to Australia and thank you again! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

Hi Lyn! Today I had to go check my ribbon in my studio because I started doubting myself. Good thing I did! I don't know WHY I thought the ribbon was exactly 0.5", but it's NOT. LOL. It IS 5/8". So sorry for giving you the wrong size. I guess I thought it was 0.5" cuz it always fits perfectly on my board. I realized after covering a board today that the reason it fits perfectly is because once I add the fondant, the heigh of it turns out to be 5/8". Sorry to have misinformed you. :) 5/8" it is.

[@bowlsky123]

really useful thank you i done two cake boards one of top of the other different colours they came out great.

[@krazykoolcakes]

You're so sweet! Thank you for that! The stone stamps can be purchased at either Michael's or Hobby Lobby. Go to the aisle where they sell either the clay, sculpting tools, or the stain glass materials. You'll find it there for sure. :)

[@NappynHappy81]

Very informative. Thanks for taking the time to record a tutorial. How far in advance do you cover your boards? Lastly, do you think you will record a video of you covering a cake with fondant? That is the most challenging for beginners, like myself, and I would love to see your method if possible. Thanks and God bless.

[@silverteacakes]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you. Question: At what point do you use your impression mats?

[@Burbujaazul]

Sorry my english is not to good, but, what kind of board you are using? Thank you, and i Love your Tutorials! :)

[@claraboyd5325]

Thank you so much Laura! I have another question. Do you spread buttercream or piping gel between the fondant board and the board that hold the cake to avoid sliding, or it's not necessary?

[@Thalia_26]

Do you put your cakes on top right away? Or you let it dry for a couple of hours? Love your video! :D

[@CakeEvolution]

Oh Wow, I am definitely gonna try your method and try shortening as well. I have been using water.

[@krazykoolcakes]

That's wonderful to hear Clara! We sure will! God bless you. :)

[@Gerri69]

I bet the saw gives you much cleaner edges too. Is that an area in your house or did you get a cake shop?! Either way I love your set up!

[@nightside99]

Hi Laura! Thanks so much for all your great tutorials. I am doing my first large cake (for about 180 people...it's large for me haha). I was worried about the weight and I couldn't find a large enough foam core board, so I bought Masonite. Do you think the same technique would work on Masonite? Thanks again for your willingness to coach on these techniques! Kristin

[@krazykoolcakes]

Hi Kristin! You're very welcome. When I make large cakes such as that one, I just double up on the foam core by gluing to of them together. Works like a charm. To be honest with you, I've never used Masonite before, but from what I know about the material, it's pretty sturdy, however, I just don't know how thick it is. :)

[@Gmarien20]

Hi Laura, Can I freeze the covered board & use it a week/month later?

[@krazykoolcakes]

Hi! I use a scroll saw. You're very welcome. Glad you liked the vids. The BC recipe link is underneath the tutorial I made on how to ice a cake. :)

[@claraboyd5325]

Hi Laura, Thanks so much for this tutorisl. I have a question: The cake you put on the fondant covered cake board has a board base? or you put the cake straight on the fondant covered board without board base? Hope this make sense :-)

[@NappynHappy81]

@laurapoopie I'm glad to have made your day but I feel it's important to give back to those who take the time to make these tutorials. I would be too shy to film my cakes! They are still very amater-ish! LOL!...Do you know what your board will cost yet? Also, do you know how far in advance you will need the order placed? I would love to give you some business! The irregular boards you make are very appealing! And again...THANKS!

[@krazykoolcakes]

Yes, they are large rectangles and you usually find them where all the poster boards are. :)

[@danafidler8815]

Hi! I went to Michael's to look for the foam board but what they had wasn't very thick. What is the thickness of the foam board you buy, what is the brand? Thank you in advance!

[@krazykoolcakes]

Thank you so much! Yes m'am! I certainly do! I have all of the links to my face book pages and to my Etsy store on my channel for you to easily click on. :) Hope to see you there! Glad you liked this tutorial! :)

[@2eyeluvmac2]

Thanks for this video. You did a great job explaining it.

[@crbutlr1]

Hello! Very useful video. Can I use this same technique if I need to make a pattern on a cake? I want to make a brick pattern.

[@krazykoolcakes]

Thank you! If you are asking if you can make a brick pattern on the fondant covering the board, yes you definitely can. :)

[@NappynHappy81]

Are these types of boards available in squares or rectangles? I don't think I have seen them in my craft stores but then again I usually buy cake boards and they aren't very sturdy. Thank for the tip.

[@krazykoolcakes]

The boards we use are made out of foam core. "Foam core boards". We buy them at craft stores in large rectangles. They're pretty inexpensive. :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you! The cost of the boards will really depend on the sizes. I'm thinking anywhere from $20 to $30 whatever shape. I'm glad you like them! It'll still be a while before they're up but if you should need one before then just let me know ok? Thank you! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

They're little stamps that have letters and numbers that you can push into the fondant to write stuff. :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

THAT IS SO AWESOME!!!! Thank you for letting me know! That made this video worth it! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

Either or. It really doesn't matter. But, usually I wait just a little. Not by choice, but because I always cover the board first, then the cakes. So weather the board likes it or not, it waits. LOL! But you could put it on immediately. :)

[@mariajoannou9936]

good morning guys! will this method works for all boards? I use foil covered drums, but like the finished look, of your covered board.

[@krazykoolcakes]

Hi Maria! We only cover foam core boards, but, I "have seen" some people cover foil covered boards this way, but not sure if it works well. I can tell you though, that they don't look as good. :)

[@mariajoannou9936]

Thank u x

[@vandanainamdar58]

MARIA JOANNOU just

[@debbienapolitano3928]

Laura, can you prepare your fondant covered cake board a few days in advance or is it best made the day you decorate and put together your tiers?

[@krazykoolcakes]

HI Debbie, I would recommend doing this no later than the day before you stack your cake that way by the time you stack, the fondant is completely dry and hardened. Hope that helps. :)

[@lyncarpenter3203]

Hi Laura, just a quck question: What size ribbon do you use for the 1/2" foam board? 3/8" seems too narrow and 5/8" is too wide. Thanks for your help!

[@MsVenus533]

Hi Laura, quick question... What kind of board do you use?! Thank you!! :-)

[@Desserts101]

yeah of course , I didn't mean specifically this one but I meant on cakes and stuff though if I had it too I would only use it when I need it for bigger projects ;) and btw I wanna have your studio LOL its AMAZING you are SO BLESSEDD !!!! LOVE IT SO MUCHHHHHHH !

[@bidurit]

Thank you! Which glue do you use for the ribbon?

[@cheekyz01]

love your tutorials. they are so helpful. do you have a facebook page?

[@krazykoolcakes]

Hi Clara. You're very welcome. The cakes all have a cardboard cake board underneath. . You never want to put cake directly on the fondant presentation board. :)

[@ayansmummy6287]

How long will the foundant take to dry? Can I make this the same day I'm baking the cake or do I have to do it in advance?

[@krazykoolcakes]

The fondant only takes a few hours to dry. I usually do it the night before I stack and decorate my cake on it, which of course if a day or two after we've baked our cake. :) You can do it as far in advance as you'd like.

[@krazykoolcakes]

That's wonderful to hear! Thank you! :)

[@nalisweets]

Hi laura im in love with you and your husband's work is beautiful and a half and always learn from it a hole lot really. I was just wodering what kind of stone stamps do you have and where can i get.

[@sandramurphy6929]

Can you use water to stick the fondant to the board....does it work the same as shortening???

[@DadausKreations]

hi is it possible to send us a link of this foam core boad. this one looks a bit thick. thank u your awesome...

[@lauramasters7124]

I wish I'd had this years ago. Thanks hon.

[@arnitariley2866]

Awesome and quick way to cover a cake board

[@krazykoolcakes]

Thank you Arnita! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

Hi Lyn. I use ribbon that is exactly 1/2" wide. :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

Hi. Yes, in the video I talk about how I always cut the boards myself. They do have them at Hobby Lobby or Michaels. They're about 1/2" thick. If you ever need a cake board cut in a certain shape, I also take custom orders for those via my Etsy store. Just let me know. I'm here to assist! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

Oh definitely cleaner edges. This is my cake studio in my home which also happens to be my shop. LOL! :)

[@CeltinaB]

How long does the fondant take to dry? Should I dry it in the fridge or freezer our out in the open?? Thanks xxx

[@krazykoolcakes]

How long it takes really depends on your particular environment. Definitely leave it out to dry. The refrigerator will not allow the moisture in the fondant to evaporate.

[@andrewleone7844]

johhhhhhhhhhhh cake pad annnnnnnnnnna

[@krazykoolcakes]

Nice to hear! Thank you! :)

[@leehomluvie]

I really like your work!!! So neat

[@krazykoolcakes]

Thank you very much! This is a very cheap pizza cutter I purchased at a dollar store many years ago. ;)

[@krazykoolcakes]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching! :)

[@YASHIRA82]

How manny days in advance can you do this for a board ?

[@krazykoolcakes]

We do it the day before the cake is due. Thanks for watching! :)

[@eldalombaard1547]

Hi, I use ready made boards that are covered with aluminum. I just a paint brush an brush the board with gum glue, very thin layer. Never had a problem.

[@krazykoolcakes]

Correct! You are so welcome friend! Let me know how it works out for you! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

You're so sweet! Thanks! Glad you like it. :)

[@deborahfisher4060]

What do u use to make the ribbon stick to the foam core board. Thanks.

[@krazykoolcakes]

Glue gun. You're welcome. :)

[@dtaylor1932]

What brand fondant do you use? Or do you make your own?

[@krazykoolcakes]

Hi Dani! We like Fondx, Fondarrific, and once in a while Satin Ice. For cake boards we use Wilton. :)

[@cassandramolina2776]

My husband is a cabinet maker and doesn't think you can get a perfect circle with the scroll saw. I saw you said you had a video but I am not seeing it. I would like to see it being done before I start WWIII :) I like to be right ya know! LOL Even when I am wrong I like to think I am right! My assumption is you trace a cake board on the foam first then saw away! I think with a steady hand and slow speed it can be done quite nicely. *please oh please say I'm right* ;)

[@krazykoolcakes]

LOL! Tell your husband that my Father is ALSO a cabinet maker, artist, custom furniture maker and finisher and HE'S the one that taught me to use my scroll saw to make my cake boards. LOL. You are right. He's wrong. Tell him that it's the easiest things in the world to do... Has he ever attempted it? LOL. :)

[@jengrunow]

once a cake is eaten can you reuse the foam core board?

[@mspeaceful2009]

Thanks Laura, its really good video

[@krazykoolcakes]

If they're already covered in aluminum you won't be able to stick fondant to them, but I suppose if you can cleanly remove the aluminum it might work, but ONLY if they are made of foam core. If it's cardboard, it won't work.

[@rosiesaunders3334]

What would you recommend if it has aluminum but you intended on putting fondant on it and found out that doesn’t work? Lol! What’s an alternative if it isn’t foam core? Ugh I’m so upset. 🥺

[@almaayala6]

Do you have a tutorial on how you use that tool from Home Depot to cut the boards?

[@jasonburns1370]

I have sewn some of your videos i love them this is his dahuaghter peace

[@krazykoolcakes]

Thank you! :)

[@mommaCsuga]

I LUVVVVVYOU! THANKS SOOOOOO MUCH!!! YOU'RE THE BEST

[@krazykoolcakes]

You're very welcome! :) Thank you! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

You're very welcome! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

You're welcome Giselle! :)

[@Soul_N_Control]

which is best to use to keep fondant from sticking to counter when rolling it out...powdered sugar or corn starch?

[@krazykoolcakes]

+Christina Jenkins They both work essentially the same. One is not better than the other. The key is just to not use too much of either so it doesn't dry out your fondant too much.

[@Soul_N_Control]

Ok thanks! :)

[@ellicemcfarlane6010]

I prefer using the corn starch as using powdered sugar will make the icing sweeter

[@Soul_N_Control]

Ellice McFarlane Make the icing sweeter?

[@krazykoolcakes]

Awesome! Let me know how you like it! :)

[@lyncarpenter3203]

OK thanks, can't find that at Michaels. Maybe I'll try Hobby Lobby.

[@EvelynsCakery]

Thanks for this laura!!!

[@krazykoolcakes]

Yes, I suppose you can. But I never see them again. :) I don't know if maybe my clients ever use them for anything. :)

[@acasadapedagoga]

What is the material of the base/board? I'm from Brazil and can't think in other material than wood, but is too expensive to me.

[@krazykoolcakes]

I have a video called "cake boards cake boards cake boards" where basically it's just me using the saw cutting my boards. It's called a "scroll saw".

[@krazykoolcakes]

You're welcome! :)

[@krazykoolcakes]

Thanks!

[@6795emma]

Whats that stuff you put on the board, the shortening stuff?

[@krazykoolcakes]

It's shortening.

[@peggyeddy1088]

Do you add tiles to the fondant when covering a board

[@krazykoolcakes]

We just use pure fondant to cover our boards. No tylose needed. :)

[@nonaileana9601]

Hi Laura! How thick is the board?

[@krazykoolcakes]

Hi Nona! It's exactly 0.5" in thickness. :)

[@user-hb4do7bz9c]

Hi so I have never covered a board with fondant although I love the look, so here's my question.....when placing cake on board can I still place pipe gel between cake and cake board...and how do I keep cake board from cracking.....???

[@krazykoolcakes]

+Blanca Linda Hi Blanca! You can still use piping gel, but please don't rely on just the piping gel to "hold" your cake in place or to keep it from sliding around. That's what a center dowel of a cake is for, to go through the entire cake and into the board (check out my stacking tutorial). I cover my cake boards the day prior to delivery so the fondant is dry but not brittle. The only time you'll have fondant crack or break is if it's been allowed to dry for several days. I hope that helps Blanca. God bless! :)

[@user-hb4do7bz9c]

Ty so much I definitely wil check out other tutorials you have made....God Bless you as well...!!!

[@marriumsaleem4212]

Is there is anything which can use alternate of shortning???

[@greenwichwitch]

I use a steam iron that i use just for cakes ... gets rid of the sugar marks really quickly