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Bubble Bath Cake

Level - Intermediate • 50m

Google Doc link to the actual size inspiration photo Shawna printed and used...
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X3LekU-lDvbC6agN-okfLlHchVt3J_YNFGOiLb7cYdE/edit?usp=sharing

I used two, 8" cake layers-torted and filled to a 5" tall tier

Link to the Relaxing Girl Topper tutorial page, HERE.
Link to the Edible Bubbles & Foam tutorial page, HERE.
When making all types of edible bubbles, make them within a day or two of cake delivery as they will slowly start to shrink in size as time goes on. And make sure you make a lot so you have enough to cover your project with them accordingly!
Store them in an airtight container in the fridge if making in advance.

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Google Doc link to the actual size inspiration photo used: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X3LekU-lDvbC6agN-okfLlHchVt3J_YNFGOiLb7cYdE/edit?usp=sharing
Note: 2, 8" cake layers were torted and filled to a 5" tall tier.
Related tutorial: Relaxing Girl Topper tutorial: https://www.cakeheads.com/tutorial/girl-figure-topper-relaxed-smile-bath
Related tutorial: Edible Bubbles & Foam tutorial (see "Making Edible Bubbles TWO ways & Edible Foam" video on this platform)
Note: When making all types of edible bubbles, make them within a day or two of cake delivery as they will deflate over time. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge if making in advance.

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- Innovative Sugarworks Sugar Shapers: https://www.amazon.com/Innovative-Sugarworks-Decorating-Sugarcraft-Chocolate/dp/B00WQUOFOE/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=3A5CD22ELTA2&keywords=innovative+sugarworks&qid=1566862892&s=gateway&sprefix=innovative+sugar,aps,149&sr=8-5&linkCode=ll1&tag=mcgcak-20&linkId=40bf6c814efc9d286d96d2726b930956&language=en_US
- Artisan Accents Gel Pastes: https://www.thesweetchalet.com/shop-1/Chocolate-Chameleon-&-Gel-Coloring-by-Artisan-Accents-c59645319
- Artisan Accents Chocolate Chameleon Colors: http://www.artisanaccents.com/chocolate
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- Wilton Easy Glide Fondant Smoother: https://www.amazon.com/Wilton-Easy-Glide-Fondant-Smoother/dp/B0000VMBQU/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ac_md=1-0-VW5kZXIgJDU=-ac_d_pm&crid=2EAEN6TETZ45G&keywords=fondant+smoother&pd_rd_i=B0000VMBQU&psc=1&qid=1566930425&s=home-garden&sprefix=fondant+s,garden,156&linkCode=ll1&tag=mcgcak-20&linkId=6962cf015cc0196318f23cb898bdedf8&language=en_US
- 8 Piece RED Flexi Smoother Set (including circle): https://www.facebook.com/shereenscakesandbakeslowerstondon/app/251458316228/
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- Wilton 402-2001 No. 2A Round Decorating Tip: https://www.amazon.com/Wilton-402-2001-Round-Decorating-Multicolor/dp/B00DSNOVMO/ref=as_li_ss_tl?keywords=wilton+icing+tip+2a&qid=1569357891&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=mcgcak-20&linkId=67c4f18a8b4fc355662c4c2650f9fe50&language=en_US
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