How To: Create orange gerbera daisies out of gumpaste

Daises are such a friendly flower: With bright white petals and a warm orangey yellow center, they're the flower of choice for cheering up a sick friend or giving to a loved one on a special occasion. Perhaps the fact that they're so cheery is what makes them so popular as cake and cupcake decorations.

In this cake decorating tutorial, you'll learn how to make a large bunch of daisies that go on your cake and are edible. And remember, daisies come in a variety of bright colors, so adjust your food coloring as desired!

This a flower that is quite popular for spring and summer wedding cakes. These flowers are quite delicate because of the thin petals but give an astonishing finish to any cake.