SC - Sugar Plate sculptures

[Diana Haven]

"Amanda B. Humphrey" wrote:

> Dear Lords and Ladies,
>
>   I am entering sugar plate sculpture as well and
> am working with it as I type.  Does anyone have any suggestions on how to
> mold the sugar without it sticking to my hands?  I am using the cold mix
> recipe from the Good Hus-Wives Jewell and molding it has become a thorn in
> my side for which I can find no relief.  I am simply trying to create a
> setting for a table:  A large plate, a small plate, a bowl, a finger bowl,
> and a goblet.

M'Lady,

I have found that if I keep a small bowl of cold water and ice near at hand, it
works well.  After each 'moulding' move, I dip a few fingers into the frigid
water and wet my hands.  This has worked well even making pignoli cookies.

Hope this helps you out.

Diana

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