Downloadable Course Material
If you would like to approximately match the size of the artwork in the tutorial, print the downloadable files at 100% size. If you require your artwork to be smaller or larger, just adjust the print size accordingly.
Tiered Single Pillar Construction Course Material
This PDF document contains an actual size side view blueprint of the construction made in this tutorial.
While not everything on this list is absolutely required, these are the things used in this tutorial video.
Of course you are welcome to find alternative ways of doing things and we would love to hear if you've
discovered an easier method or better tool to achieve good results. Please note that some items may be listed as sets,
and it is usually recommended to have full sets, it may not be neccessary. In most cases, only one item from a set is actually used
in the tutorial. Please watch the tutorial before purchasing any items to make sure you are not buying anything you don't need.
Tools & Materials
Threaded Rod (10mm)
600mm
Threaded rod with 10mm diametre (also known as M10).
Cake Board
450mm Diametre, 12mm hole in the centre, coated with material and cellophane.
A piece of wood coated with fabric and temporarily covered with cellophane to keep fabric clean until the cake is complete. For more information, watch our tutorial on
how to cover a cake board with fabric .
MDF Board
9mm Thick - 250mm Diametre
Lamineted with white cake box milk cardboard.
MDF Board
9mm Thick - 200mm Diametre
Lamineted with white cake box milk cardboard.
PVC Pipe
250mm Length - 50mm Diametre
Often used to create pillars between cake tiers. Can also be used within the cake to provide extra internal support. Serdar often uses a PVC pipe to roll fondant.
PVC Pipe
225mm Length - 50mm Diametre
Often used to create pillars between cake tiers. Can also be used within the cake to provide extra internal support. Serdar often uses a PVC pipe to roll fondant.
PVC Foil
Height of the cake
To put around the PVC pipe.
Hi Chef. You mentioned that your boards are laser cut. is there a special place that laser cuts the boards or do you do it yourself. I have tried using a jigsaw but do not get a nice round board.
Yes , special place cuts anything any shape . Look for water jet cutting or laser cutting companies around your area.