Professional Grade Stainless Steel Balling Tool Large

The Professional Grade Stainless Steel Balling Tool Large from Moreish Cakes has a smooth, rounded head for cupping, thinning and softening fondant and gum paste. Use it to give flower petals their natural curve, hollow out centres, and press soft indents into modelling paste. The stainless steel head has a polished finish that glides over paste without dragging or leaving marks. It is also hygienic and washes clean after use.

It doesn't get any better than this professional grade stainless steel balling tool.

Used by professionals through the world.

Being full stainless steel, these are not only longer lasting, but no crevices for food etc to creep into - this is the food safe solution!

Weight for easy of use and comfortable in the hand this Large balling tool measures 11cm.

Available also in small and in a set of 2

Key Details

• Professional grade stainless steel construction
• Large rounded ball head for broader petals and bigger indents
• Smooth, polished finish for clean, even results
• Easy to wipe or wash, and it won't absorb colour or flavour
• Suits fondant, gum paste, modelling paste and marzipan

Best For

• Shaping and frilling sugar flower petals
• Cupping and thinning the edges of gum paste
• Making indents for eyes, buttons and flower centres
• Adding soft dimples and texture to fondant cake toppers
• Home bakers building their first sugar craft tool kit, and professional decorators who want a hard-wearing tool

Shaping Edible Wafer Paper Flowers

Wafer paper flowers are a popular, lightweight alternative to sugar flowers, and a balling tool does much of the shaping. Cut your petals, then lightly mist them with water or hold them in a little steam until they turn pliable. Rest each petal on a foam pad and roll the ball head gently around the edge to cup and curl it. As the wafer paper dries, it firms up and keeps its shape. The large head suits broad petals for roses, peonies, poppies and dahlias, and it is also handy for cupping the centre of a petal so it sits naturally when you assemble the flower.

Wafer paper tears easily when it is wet, so use light pressure and short, smooth strokes.

FAQ

What is a balling tool used for?

A balling tool thins and shapes paste and wafer paper. Rolling the ball head around the edge of a petal on a foam pad softens and ruffles it, so the petal looks natural instead of flat.

Can I use it to shape edible wafer paper flowers?

Yes. Mist the wafer paper lightly or use a little steam until it turns pliable, then cup the petals on a foam pad with light pressure. Let them dry so they hold their shape.

Can I use it on both fondant and gum paste?

Yes. It works on fondant, gum paste, modelling paste and marzipan. Gum paste is the usual choice for delicate sugar flowers because it rolls thinner and holds its shape.

How do I clean it?

Wipe it with a damp cloth or wash it in warm, soapy water, then dry it well before storing.

Looking for more tools to pair with it? Browse our cake decorating tools, edible wafer paper, gum paste, floral craft and fondant collections.