Summer Botanical Series: Hibiscus Cookie

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Hi, everyone! I’m back with my summer botanical series, and I’m doing my new fave royal icing flower - the tropical hibiscus. As with all of my other flowers in this series, these hibiscus are comprised completely of individually handpiped royal icing parts that are contoured and airbrushed, one by one, and then pieced together to create the final dimensional creation shown in this video. These piecework royal icing projects, by their very nature, take a lot of time. But they are always so rewarding when done. You’ll not only test your piping prowess, you’ll also end up with a stunning one-of-a-kind gift for a special someone!
INSPIRED BY MANU'S WATER LILIES: tinyurl.com/y8vzgnq7
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How to Make Royal Icing (with Consistency Adjustments): tinyurl.com/nx7xhmq
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SPECIALTY TOOLS:
Cookie cutter: The one used in this video is not available for sale, but any 4- to 4 ½-inch cutter will do; one of my go-to cutters is this “Corner Plaque”: tinyurl.com/yxdk9gly
My “Jungle” Dynamic Duos Background Stencil: tinyurl.com/y5vnlmxa
Assorted PVC and cardboard tubes with diameters ranging from 1” to 2 1/4”, for contouring royal icing transfers
ROYAL ICING TRANSFER SHAPES/SIZES:
Flower petals: 7/8” W x 3/4” L to 1” L, shaped crosswise over 1”-diameter tubes
Flower center: Piped with equivalent of #0 or #1 round tip to ~1/4” D to 5/16” D x 1 1/2” L
Bud petals: 1/8” W to 1/4” W x 7/8” L, piped on parchment paper (to avoid “cratering” or pitting of icing as it dries), folded on one end for more open petals, and on both ends for more closed petals
Stems: 2 1/2” to 5” L, piped on parchment paper with Ateco #3 round tip; then immediately stippled (or dabbed) with the pastry tip along the stem length to add texture
Hibiscus leaves: Piped in three sizes: (1) regular (5/8” W to 3/4” W x 1 1/4” L to 1 1/2” L); (2) slender (3/8” W x 1 1/8” L); and (3) chubby (7/8” W x 1 1/4” L); then immediately shaped in different directions over 1 3/4”-diameter tubes and inside paper towel rolls cut in half lengthwise
Monstera leaves: Piped in two sizes: (1) large (1 3/4” W x 2” L) and (2) small (1 5/8” W x 1 3/4” to 1 7/8” L. Piped both with and without small holes (away from the center line); then immediately shaped in different directions over 2 1/8”- to 2 1/4”-diameter tubes and inside paper towel rolls cut in half lengthwise
(NOTE: Download my petal and leaf photo-template here: tinyurl.com/yyuooz87)
AIRBRUSH COLORINGS:
For flower petals: AmeriMist Electric Purple (for back and top middle) and Orange (for top edge); Spectrum Flow Red (for top base/center)
For bud petals: Spectrum Flow Red (for inside and top edge); Electric Purple (for outside)
For stems: AmeriMist Leaf Green
For hibiscus leaves: AmeriMist Electric Purple for center vein (on bigger leaves only); AmeriMist Leaf Green (for back and top edges)
For Monstera leaves: AmeriMist Electric Purple for center vein; AmeriMist Avocado (for back and top edges)
For cookie background: Spectrum Flow Deep Pink and Red, and AmeriMist Turquoise, Electric Purple, Electric Green, and Avocado, all lightened with Spectrum Flow White (Turquoise is lightened most heavily)
ROYAL ICING COLORINGS* AND CONSISTENCIES:
White: Thick “glue” consistency for assembly of all but flower
Pale Electric Purple: Thick flooding and outlining consistencies for flower and bud petals
Super Red: Outlining consistency for flower center; beadwork consistency for dots at end of flower center
Egg Yellow: Beadwork consistency for dots on flower center
Orange: Beadwork consistency for dots on flower center
Red Blend: Custom mix of Super Red and Electric Purple (about 1:1), thick “glue” consistency for assembling flower petals and center
Medium Leaf Green: Thick flooding consistency for hibiscus leaves; outlining consistency for stems and veins on hibiscus leaves
Dark Leaf Green: Thick piping consistency for sepals
Pale Green Blend: Custom mix of Avocado and Electric Green (about 1:1) for Monstera leaves
*I used AmeriColor liqua-gel concentrated colorings
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CREDITS:
Music by: Kevin MacLeod, www.incompetech.com
Videography/Editing by: Two5:7North (www.two57north.com), Grant and Ashleigh Murphy

[@juliavanblarcom8666]

These cookies, pushing the boundaries of cookie design once again. My attempts at your cookie crafts never turn out quite as well as yours. But it's fun to try anyway. Plus, I get to eat my mistakes....Lol..

[@JuliaMUsher]

Aww, thanks! I'd love to see what you've done with my videos, so don't hesitate to share!

[@bettywest8191]

You are so amazing! Its fun to watch you create these beautiful works of art, I appreciate you sharing your talents and ideas with us. I'm a beginner and I learn something new every time I watch your videos, Such a joy! God Bless you Julia.

[@JuliaMUsher]

Awww, thanks so much. You truly made my day! Thanks for watching and reaching out to me!

[@belsam9565]

What I like about you is that you give attention to every minute detail. Hats off

[@JuliaMUsher]

:) I am a bit of a detail freak!

[@katywuste9054]

How beautiful and so well explained, every time I think you can’t get any better, you exceed my expectations

[@JuliaMUsher]

Oh, thank you so much.

[@vintagegal7376]

You are such a master of your craft. These were beautiful!

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks so much!

[@teesalove2489]

You are insanely talented. These cookies are amazing.

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks so much. You made my day! Truly! :)

[@jenniferwong4530]

Wow. I'm two weeks into cookie making. Saved this video for the future. I'll get there! Your work is stunning!

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks so much - and welcome to the wild world of cookie decorating!

[@user-st1gz5mz1c]

Потрясающе красиво!!!!!Это фантастика !!!!!!!!спасибо большое за Ваши уроки мастерства!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍

[@JuliaMUsher]

Oh, thank you so much!

[@vesper302]

Amazing, just no words! 😍😍😍

[@JuliaMUsher]

:) Thanks, Jana!

[@hanandoaibes8456]

I can't imagine this its peace of art

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks so much!

[@kimbeescookies2730]

For crying out loud woman!!! what is left for us regular cookiers to come up with...stop being so amazing and innovative. :D Seriously.. YOU ARE WHY I COOKIE. When I am low in inspiration and want to come up with something, i watch your videos. Thank you ! :D

[@JuliaMUsher]

Aww, you just made my day! Thank you - I've been losing motivation during this corona-crisis! But you brightened my outlook and have spurred me on. I hope you are staying safe and well.

[@AbiNomac]

Absolutely STUNNING

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thank you so much!

[@monaandersson3644]

You are such an artist. Love your work and your KZbin videos. ❤

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks so much, Mona! I really appreciate your kind words!

[@abineriang798]

Thank you for the kindness of knowledge of your art. May God give blessings, health and happiness for you and your family. Once again, thank you so much...

[@JuliaMUsher]

You are so welcome. Thank you very much for watching and for taking the time to write such a nice note. Happy holidays to you and your family!

[@MTK]

This is art! I hope, with practice, I one day will be able to achieve, even close, to your level of perfection 😍

[@JuliaMUsher]

Aww, thanks so much! You can certainly do it! All it takes is practice and patience.

[@marwitta5640]

Your content is just fabulous !

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thank you so much!

[@Span91423]

Absolutely gorgeous

[@JuliaMUsher]

:) Thank you!

[@soniamariakukul4228]

Que trabalho magnífico.👏👏👏👏 É muita perfeição.😍

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks so much!

[@karenannskreation2022]

Beautifully made

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@bryantkeller9278]

Stunning. 💜💚🤍💚💜

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks so much!

[@kellycoutts9744]

You are a stunning artist!

[@JuliaMUsher]

Aww, thanks so much! You made my day!

[@rosannalibanezasosa4895]

Thank you 🤗😘 beautiful técnica

[@JuliaMUsher]

You’re welcome 😊

[@dulcibea.tortas]

Una maravilla !!

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thank you!

[@user-pq6he5jv6g]

i wouldnt dare to eat this, its too beautiful D:

[@JuliaMUsher]

Aww, thanks so much!

[@queenmamabear5812]

Omg GORGEOUS AS ALWAYS!!!!!!!! THE COOKIE ARTIST PHENOMENAL QUEEN!!!!!!! ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!💚🧡❤🤎🤍💙💜🖤💛💚🧡❤🤎🤍💙💜🖤💛😍🤩🥰😍🤩🥰😍🤩🥰😍🤩🥰Keep staying safe Julia & family!!!!!!🥰🤩😍🥰🤩😍🥰🤩😍🥰🤩😍

[@JuliaMUsher]

Oh, so sweet of you to say! Stay safe and healthy as well!

[@MS-oc8km]

You are amazing and inspiring 😍 love your channel Can we freeze the icing cookies please ???

[@JuliaMUsher]

Some people do, but I don't (as colors can sometimes change, and I always think cookies taste better freshly baked). I would never package and freeze anything as fragile as these cookies. However, I do freeze my unbaked dough, and bake and decorate it no more than a few days before I plan to eat the cookies (for maximum freshness and flavor).

[@mariaaugustacruz1731]

Thanks 😍

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thank YOU for watching!

[@raymensoin8010]

😱😱🙏🏻👌🏻👌🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️soo detailed n beautiful

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks!

[@SundanceRider1]

Julia, thank you for sharing your amazing talent, your work is incredibly beautiful and lifelike! I'd really like to know, how do you transport these delicate cookies without damaging the design?💕🌿🌺

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks! I just put them in boxes on non-skid shelf liner material without anything touching the cookie. I would not ship these cookies.

[@roseligranchi584]

Esses biscoitos são feitos de glacê real e isso amo eu faço estou começando agora a fazer.

[@JuliaMUsher]

Yes, all icing and cookie! Thanks for the kind words and for watching!

[@HeyChanelle]

Amazing, how would you package something like that 😳

[@JuliaMUsher]

In a box on non-skid shelf liner material with nothing touching it. I wouldn't ship it. Hand-deliver.

[@aprilcurrie1921]

Just beautiful Julia

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks, April. Hope you are well! Miss you!

[@aprilcurrie1921]

@@JuliaMUsher Hi Julia, yes Im well and hope you and your family are too. We are in lockdown at moment, as Victoria has had a second wave of covid. I am in love with these new cookies

[@JuliaMUsher]

@@aprilcurrie1921 Thanks for the sweet words about the cookies. My family is doing fine, but we've been playing it very safe. As you probably know, the US is a nightmare as far as COVID is concerned. Many areas opened up way too soon, and cases are higher than ever. Such poor leadership here. Hang in there . . . what an unimaginable year.

[@user-pn6qp2sm7v]

You are more than wonderful. You are a true artist. Please can I use royal icing on a whipping cream Cream shanti😍😍❤️💋 Thank you for sharing your art

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks for the kind words. Did you mean, can you use royal icing decorations on a cake decorated with whipped cream? If so, yes, especially if they are pre-dried royal icing decorations like the flowers I made here. BUT, I would put them on at the last minute, as they might start to dissolve if they sit next to moist whipped cream for too long (especially thinner, smaller decorations).

[@user-pn6qp2sm7v]

@@JuliaMUsher Yes, that's what I meant ،You gave me great ideas in my cake decorating business. Really thank you very much from the heart⁦❤️⁩ so much thanks and gratitude💋⁦❤️⁩💋 Keep up the beautiful work👍😍😍😍

[@JuliaMUsher]

@@user-pn6qp2sm7vOh thanks again! I am so glad my videos have been helpful!

[@maej1260]

Love the video! Just wish it wasn't so late in the season

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks - I design for all hemispheres! It will soon be summer somewhere else!

[@amiraelkhoury185]

Thank you my love

[@JuliaMUsher]

You are very welcome!

[@galinalapshina9127]

Julia, hello! Share your designs for the new year 2021. What kind of cookies can be made in this technique? Thanks. Success and health.

[@JuliaMUsher]

You can make just about any cookie that you'd like with this technique. It's a great way to add dimension.

[@galinalapshina9127]

@@JuliaMUsher Julia, you don’t have such an artistic taste, so I’ll wait for your files on the theme of winter and New Year to repeat it. Thank you.

[@JuliaMUsher]

@@galinalapshina9127 I'm not sure I understand what you mean.

[@irinasazhina4223]

ОТЛИЧНО! СПАСИБО!

[@JuliaMUsher]

:)

[@mariaivonedealmeidadondoni4565]

Hi, good morning my dear Julia! How beautiful perfect 👏👏👏👏😍❤️🥰

[@JuliaMUsher]

Hi, Maria! Thanks for the kind words and for watching!

[@mariaivonedealmeidadondoni4565]

Imagine that I thank you for inspiring me with your wonderful works. Julia vc still sell airbrush? I want to buy a simple one for cookies. Thank you kisses 🥰🥰

[@JuliaMUsher]

@@mariaivonedealmeidadondoni4565 No, I don't sell my airbrush any more. It's still very much my favorite airbrush system, so I can't give you a good recommendation for another. I am so sorry; I just don't use or like many of the smaller, less expensive ones.

[@mariaivonedealmeidadondoni4565]

Ok thank you dear excuse the inconvenience bjs.

[@JuliaMUsher]

@@mariaivonedealmeidadondoni4565 No inconvenience at all; I just don't have a recommendation I am comfortable giving at this time.

[@AndreaTorres-tg9nt]

Preciosas traducción en Español plis?

[@JuliaMUsher]

So sorry, I wish I could, but these videos are very long and they would be extremely costly for me to pay someone to translate.

[@sandrabetance7815]

💖💖💖💖😲

[@JuliaMUsher]

:)

[@FatiFati-pi3rd]

mayna julia magnifique these cookise methhil

[@JuliaMUsher]

Many thanks!

[@roselibusko4722]

Tudo muito lindo, mas poderia ter a tradução em português!😒

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thanks. Unfortunately, I do not speak Portuguese, and it is too expensive for me to pay someone to translate and subtitle my videos.

[@holajjja5911]

Ver y pretty

[@JuliaMUsher]

Thank you!