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When you want colour that pops without compromising texture, Tastycrafts Gel Colours are the pro’s pick. In this vibrant collaboration, @bakemydaycookingstudio turns a 2-kg, 2-tier cake into an ombré rainbow showstopper smooth finish, saturated hues, and clean edges that photograph like a dream.
What You’ll Need
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Tastycrafts Gel Colours – Ultra concentrated for bold tones with minimal quantity
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Buttercream or Ganache Base – smooth canvas for even colouring
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Spatulas & Scraper – for sharp tiers and clean blends
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Bowls/Palette – to build your gradient shades
Step-by-Step: Ombré Rainbow Finish
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Prep the Canvas: Chill both tiers crumb-coated for a firm base. This helps colours glide on and keeps edges tidy.
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Mix the Palette: Portion buttercream into bowls and tint with Tastycrafts Gel Colours start with tiny drops, then build intensity. Aim for adjacent shades that blend smoothly.
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Apply by Bands: Work one tier at a time. Apply coloured bands around the cake from light to dark (or vice-versa).
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Blend the Ombré: Hold a scraper flush to the cake and rotate the turntable. The passes merge bands into a seamless gradient without dulling the colour.
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Tier, Touch-Up, Chill: Stack the tiers, fill any seams, and do a final light scrape. Chill briefly to set that glossy-smooth finish.
Why Bakers Love Tastycrafts Gel Colours
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High Pigment, Low Quantity: Strong payoff without over-softening buttercream.
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Clean Mixing: Colours combine predictably for custom gradients and ombrés.
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Photo-Ready Stability: Designed to stay true less fading, more wow on camera.
Shop the Essentials
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Tastycrafts Gel Colours (full shade range)
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Piping/finishing tools & smoothers
