“Blown Glass…Blown Sugar”

A new idea that is sure to put a twist on any traditional wedding cake!

Trying to create a unique flavor for your wedding cake? Not to fond on gum paste or royal icing? Well a great undiscovered art of glass blowing has now been translated into sugar art. A technique used to create a glass looking object made from tempered sugar that can be formed into different shapes, ribbon, and balloon like objects. Almost identical as glass this art is also fragile and can be affected by humidity and extreme heat. Its’ consistency is that like taffy and is kept constantly cold to leave it shiny. This sugar art can also be made in vibrant colors and be given different textures to add any effect wanted. Many have found inspiration from unique flowers and different glass art pieces, such as those from the artist Dale Chihuly.

Once you have your inspiration piece the time has come to research and find the right cake artist. Take a picture or a sample of your inspiration and bring it with you to your consultations with your bakers. This will give them the idea of what you want and they will inform you if it is possible whether or not they can make your vision reality. I would also recommend to ask them before scheduling a consultation if they can make blown sugar art. This will avoid any confusion and will save you time and energy. Find a complete list of local cake artists in central Ohio at www.ColumbusBrideandGroom.com , just click on the cakes and sweets category page on the left side and you’ll be on your way to finding the right cake artist that fits your budget and style.

Make your inspiration reality with blown sugar and create the ultimate WOW factor with a beautiful unique wedding cake!