So, I tend to be a bit hard headed when it comes to new trends. I think just about everything is a gimmick. And, that is exactly what I thought when I saw a video with some really cool looking new piping tips. But, I kept seeing this video pop up… I kept seeing cakers ask about them. I started to get curious, and last week I broke down and order them!
To be completely honest… when I first started using them my initial reaction was “I was right, this is a gimmick.” But, I tried to make these cupcake a few times… the one’s I filmed were my 3rd attempt… and I think I kind of like them! Check out my video to see how I used them:
A couple of things I learned… Yes, you need to practice. Each tip takes a little different pressure, speed, buttercream texture and works best when piped to a certain height. I bought mine from Amazon (link in the supply list) and there are different sized sets, but I could not find individual tips. I settled for a set of 7… While I have (eventually) come to the decision that these tips are cool… I’m not sure that anyone needs a bunch of different ones. To me they are so similar looking just a couple would be good enough. Do I feel like I wasted my money? No, if anything it will make decorating speedy because I won’t need to switch bags to get a bunch of different colors… but I just don’t want anyone thinking that each shape will be significantly different from the others.
I really love how these turned out… like a lot. We didn’t actually eat these cupcakes, I think my family just thought they were too pretty… They sat there for a week so we could admire them (and then I had to throw them out!).
Russian Piping Tips: http://amzn.to/1PDmHAu
Dusty Rose Gel Color: http://amzn.to/1PIt6R3
Avocado Green Gel Color: http://amzn.to/1SMqxxz
Disposable Piping Bag: http://amzn.to/1nRFuBW
Wilton Ruffle Baking Cups: http://amzn.to/1SMqDFy
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March 3, 2017 @ 5:24 am
Hi Renee!
I am new to your blog. I recently found your YouTube videos and really enjoy them! I have a question about your Cupcakes decorated with Russian tips and buttercream frosting. Is it possible to bake and decorate the cupcakes the day before they will be served?
Thanks so much, Renee!
March 16, 2017 @ 11:34 pm
This was very helpful. I’m learning. I have the same set and tried using ready made buttercream from Publix and adding sugar. Not much luck. I will be using American buttercream next. If nothing else, they are fun to make.