Edible Art Decorative Cake Paint 0.5 oz Metallic Pure Gold

Before you start using Edible Art Metallic Decorative Paint by Sweet Sticks, there are a few tips to keep in mind. First, shake the bottle well to ensure the solid and liquid ingredients mix together, forming an even consistency for painting. You can also open the bottle and stir the mixture with the end of your paint brush before shaking. Remember to shake the bottle each time before using the paint, including between painting sessions. If the paint appears transparent, it means the ingredients have not properly mixed together.

Next, take the time to play with and become familiar with the paints. Each color has different pigmentation, so get a feel for how each one behaves. Edible surfaces can vary, so experiment by applying the metallic paints to different mediums like fondant, chilled crusted buttercream cakes, sugar cookies, marshmallows, confectionery, ganache, modeling chocolate, macarons and fruits. However, do not use these metallic paints on Italian or Swiss meringue buttercream, as these surfaces prevent the paints from air-drying, leaving them in a liquid state.

When painting, Tip 3 is to use wide, flat brushes with soft bristles, as these work best with the Metallic Paints. Tip 4 is to have hot soapy water and paper towels on hand. After using each color, gently wash your brush and dry it immediately with a paper towel. You can also wash the brush with dishwashing liquid in your hand, then rinse with hot water.

As for the painting process itself, Tip 1 is to not load your brush with too much paint. It's easier to build up the color than to remove excess. If a second coat is needed, wait for the first one to fully dry, as thick coats will take much longer to dry. Tip 2 states that this paint is designed to be used straight from the bottle, but you can add a drop of 95-percent high-grade alcohol to thin it if necessary.

Finally, there are a couple of tips regarding the drying process. Tip 1 is to allow 24 hours for the paints to air-dry, as temperature and humidity can greatly affect the drying time. Using a fan can speed up the process. If the paints aren't dried correctly, you may end up with a bitter taste. Be mindful of what surfaces the paints can be applied to. Tip 2 advises that when using these paints on buttercream, allow sufficient drying time before placing the cake back in the fridge.

By keeping these tips in mind, you can ensure a successful and enjoyable experience when painting with Edible Art Metallic Decorative Paint by Sweet Sticks.

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