As we continue to tidy up our internal systems, we will now also be removing our old system for tutorials and subscriptions. This “old system” was the system we used from day one up until the 27th of May 2020. So this change that we will be making in the near future will only relate to you if you purchased a tutorial or joined a subscription before May 27th 2020. If you fall into this criteria, please read the following information carefully to avoid losing access to tutorials you have purchased or avoid continuing to make recurring subscription payments to a plan that will not function on our website. If you didn’t make any purchases for tutorials or subscriptions before May 27th 2020, then you can ignore this email and any future emails regarding the removal of our old system.

IMPORTANT: If you purchased a tutorial or joined a subscription before May 27th 2020, you need to follow the instructions below and take action to avoid losing your purchased tutorials or prevent making continued recurring subscription payments with no benefit.

How do I know if I have purchased any tutorials or have an active subscription from before May 27th 2020?

1. Go to YenersWay.com and log in.
2. Once logged in, click on the user icon in the top right corner.
3. CHECK IF YOU OWN ANY TUTORIALS: Click on My Tutorials (Old System) on the menu on the left. If you see any tutorials in here, then you need to follow the instructions below.
4. CHECK IF YOU HAVE AN ACTIVE SUBSCRIPTION: Click on My Subscription (Old System) on the menu on the left. If you see a ‘Cancel’ option anywhere on this page, then you may have an active subscription you need to follow the instructions below.

What do I do if I see purchased tutorials under the My Tutorials (Old System) page?

1. Send an email to help@yenersway.com stating that you have tutorials on the old system, and you want them to be moved to the new system.
2. We will take care of the rest and notify you when the tutorials have been moved.

What do I do if I see that I have an active monthly or annual subscription on the My Subscription (Old System) page?

Basically, the process here is to join a new subscription on the new system and let us know. We will then cancel your current one and adjust the free trial period to be up until the date your old subscription would have renewed.

1. Go to YenersWay.com and log in.
2. Once logged in, go to https://www.yenersway.com/join.
3. Click on the Subscribe button for the Monthly or Annual Subscription.
4. Click Proceed to Checkout.
5. Complete the steps and checkout. There will be a 3 day free trial so you won’t be charged instantly.
6. Email us at help@yenersway.com stating that you have done these steps. Please also let us know the email address of your account at YenersWay.com.

Once we receive your email, we will…
1. Adjust your free trial period of your new subscription so that it ends when your old subscription would have renewed. This way you do not lose any access that is already paid for.
2. Apply any discounts to your subscription that you previously had applied on your old subscription so that you do not lose any discounts that you had.

As of now, there is no set date for this internal change to happen. We will keep the old system in place until we have migrated all accounts to the new system.

If you have any questions or issues, please contact us.

This guitar has been played by some of the greatest musicians in rock history, including Slash from Guns N’ Roses, Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin, Joe Perry from Aerosmith, and, of course, Les Paul himself. It’s a guitar that has inspired generations, and now, I’ll show you how to bring this masterpiece to life in cake form!

In this tutorial, I’ll be working from blueprints, photos, and even my own memories from my days as an electric guitar player. My goal is to create a cake that’s as realistic as possible, down to the slim, solid body that sets electric guitars apart from their acoustic counterparts. I’ve made plenty of guitar cakes in the past, including the famous Fender Stratocaster, but today we’re focusing on the classic Les Paul.

Along the way, I’ll share my tips, tricks, and techniques for replicating the details that make this guitar so special. And don’t worry, even if you’re a beginner, I’ll walk you through the basic principles so you can apply these skills to other guitar models as well.

Let’s get started on this rockin’ cake adventure!

What you will learn:

• How to shape a guitar following a plan
• Preparing essential parts before hand
• Creating a realistic guitar neck using pastillage.
• Creating a wood grain on guitar body
• How to make realistic guitar strings using elastic cord

In this tutorial, you’ll learn:

• How to sculpt and assemble the cake.
• Techniques for covering the cake with fondant for a smooth and realistic finish.
• How to create intricate details like wheels, headlights, and the iconic trailer features.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply want to challenge your baking skills, this tutorial provides all the tips and tricks you need to make your very own 3D Semi Trailer Truck Cake. Get ready to hit the road to cake decorating success!

Fondant: Versatile and Smooth

Fondant is perhaps the most widely recognized among the trio, cherished for its smooth texture and versatility in cake decoration. It is made primarily from icing sugar, fat, water, and edible gums, resulting in a pliable dough-like consistency. Fondant can be rolled out thinly and draped over cakes to create a flawless finish, making it ideal for wedding cakes, birthday cakes, and intricate designs. Fondant provides a clean, polished look, making it perfect for covering entire cakes. Fondant can be shaped, molded, and cut into various designs, such as simple flowers, ribbons, and textures, to add a decorative touch to cakes and cupcakes. Its usability is limited to sculpting intricate shapes and figures due to its soft and stretchy characteristics, which are quite needed for coating cakes perfectly without cracking.

Pastillage: Sturdy and Quick-Drying

Pastillage is a firmer and quicker-drying medium compared to fondant. It is made from powdered sugar, gelatin, water, and gums like tragacanth or tylose powder. It has no fat content; therefore, it dries very quickly and is able to hold intricate shapes without the need for internal support. Pastillage is favored for creating very small to very large decorative elements that require stability and detail. Pastillage’s strength and rigidity make it ideal for constructing architectural elements like buildings, fences, and columns on cakes. It can be rolled thinly and cut into precise shapes to create edible decorations such as plaques, borders, and geometric patterns. Pastillage decorations and centerpieces are durable and lightweight, making them suitable for cakes that need to be transported over long distances. Objects created with pastillage can be stored for years as long as they are protected from humidity and dust. Spraying dried pastillage pieces with confectioner glaze will eliminate sagging caused by humidity.

Gum Paste: Flexible and Edible

Gum paste, also known as sugar paste or flower paste, is a pliable, edible medium commonly used for crafting delicate and realistic sugar flowers and intricate details. It is made from similar ingredients as fondant like icing sugar, fat, and water; however, it has increased amounts of edible gums, giving it elasticity and strength once dried. Gum paste remains soft and flexible for an extended period, allowing for intricate detailing and lifelike floral arrangements. Gum paste has a consistency between Fondant and pastillage which makes it the preferred medium for many applications. Its elasticity makes gum paste ideal for creating figurines, and intricate details such as lace, ruffles, and delicate filigree on cakes. Gum paste decorations can be made well in advance and stored for future use, making it convenient for complex cake designs. Large figurines made with gum paste would still need internal support.

In conclusion, while fondant, pastillage, and gum paste share similarities as edible decorating mediums, each serves distinct purposes in cake decoration. Fondant offers a smooth finish and versatility, pastillage provides strength and quick drying for structural elements, and gum paste allows for intricate detailing and lifelike sugar creations. By understanding the unique properties of each medium, bakers and decorators can choose the most suitable option for their specific design needs, ensuring stunning and delicious creations every time. The best option is obtaining all three in the kitchen because there will be a need for each of them in different locations. There is no paste that we can do everything with. If you see a beautiful cake it is beautiful because it is coated with fondant, and flowers are done with gum paste but all the branches are created with pastillage which gives height and a realistic edge to the whole design.

We have had many people email us over the last 3 years stating that having two websites is quite confusing and we totally agree. While this won’t be an overnight change, we have taken steps towards a plan to switch off YenersWay.tv in 2024.​

• We are now no longer accepting new registrations at YenersWay.tv.
• New tutorials will only be published at YenersWay.com going forward.
• We have now implemented a new back end system at YenersWay.com to handle subscriptions and individual tutorial purchases.
• While there is no date set right now, YenersWay.tv will be shut down eventually. We will of course announce a date well in advance.

We hope these changes will be received well by our community and followers as it will lead to a less confusing, more unified and simpler Yeners Way experience.
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What do I do if I have an active monthly or annual subscription at YenersWay.tv and I want to switch it to YenersWay.com?

To make the switch, please follow these steps…

At YenersWay.tv
1. Go to YenersWay.tv and log in.
2. Click on the ACCOUNT link in the top menu.
3. Click on the ‘Purchases’ tab.
4. Click on the Cancel Membership link and proceed to cancel.

At YenersWay.com
1. Go to YenersWay.com and log in (or create a new account if you do not have one).
2. Once logged in, click on the pink Join button in the top right corner of the site.
3. Click on the Subscribe button for the Monthly or Annual Subscription depending on what you were on at YenersWay.tv.
4. Click Proceed to Checkout.
5. Complete the steps and checkout. There will be a 3 day free trial so you won’t be charged instantly.
6. Email us at help@yenersway.com stating that you have done these steps and let us know what discount you had at YenersWay.tv as well as the email address of your account at YenersWay.com.

Once we receive your email, we will…
1. Adjust your free trial period so that it ends when your YenersWay.tv subscription would have renewed. This way you do not lose any access that is already paid for.
2. Apply any discounts to your subscription that yo previously had applied at YenersWay.tv subscription so that you do not lose any discounts that you had at the .tv site.

What if I have purchased tutorials individually at YenersWay.tv?

​If you haven’t already got an account at YenersWay.com, simply create a new account and send us an email to let us know. We will then add all your purchased tutorials to your account in the new system.

I like YenersWay.tv better!

Please let us know why you think YenersWay.tv is better and we will do our best to implement changes to YenersWay.com to make it more user friendly.

If you have any questions or issues, please contact us.

For this tutorial, I’ve chosen an iconic symbol that reminds us of the Far East, particularly Thailand – the trishaw. What makes this challenge even more exciting is that I’ve decided to create this centerpiece without using any internal construction. That means absolutely no wires or skewers! Just like the delicate spokes of a bicycle wheel, we’ll explore how to support these fragile sugar wheels to bear the weight.

So, if you’ve ever wondered how to work with pastillage, how to craft intricate and gravity-defying structures, or simply love the art of cake decorating, join me as we start from the planning stage and dive into this incredible cake project.