{"title":"Creativa by Margherita Ferrara","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreativa by Margherita Ferrara's iconic modelling paste has become a firm favourite with cake artists across Europe. And it has now found a home in with us in the UK! These speciality modelling pastes are essential for cake artists looking to elevate their sculpting. With over a decade of experience in the cake world, Margherita is an expert in what makes a good product - in fact, her range has had such an impact that it won Product of the Year at the D'Licious Magazine Awards two years in a row! Don't forget to shop our range of modelling tools too!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"creativa-by-margherita-ferrara-white-modelling-and-covering-paste-with-cocoa-butter","title":"White Modelling and Covering Paste with Cocoa Butter","description":"\u003cp\u003eMargherita Ferrara's iconic modelling paste has become a firm favourite with cake artists across Europe. 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This range has had such an impact that it has won Product of the Year at the D'Licious Magazine Awards two years in a row!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 250g and 1kg packs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: we do not recommend microwaving this product - the heat of your hands is more than enough as the product is naturally very malleable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere, Margherita explains what makes Creativa by Margherita modelling and covering paste stand out:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. High Cocoa Butter Content\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis White Modelling and Covering Paste contains a significant percentage of cocoa butter, which provides the necessary body for complex work:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersatility in Scale: Specifically designed for medium to large-scale sculptures and carved cakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoverage: Its unique formula is also ideal for covering cakes, providing a structural yet delicious finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIrresistible Taste \u0026amp; Scent: It retains the authentic flavor of chocolate and emits a natural vanilla and cocoa aroma, enhancing the sensory experience of the dessert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Plasticity and Seamless \"Fusing\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe secret of this paste lies in its self-welding capability:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeamless Joints: Thanks to the fat component, you can join two pieces (e.g., an arm to a torso or the seams of a face) simply by massaging the area with your fingers or a modeling tool. The seam disappears completely, creating a smooth, single piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Skin\" Effect: It is the premier choice for human modeling (faces, hands, bodies) because its texture perfectly mimics the density and natural glow of real skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Controlled Thermosensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Modelling and Covering Paste with Cocoa Butter reacts intelligently to temperature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirm at Rest: When first taken from the container, it is firm and structured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalleable to the Touch: Just a few seconds of handling makes it , allowing you to roll it into paper-thin sheets or sculpt it like fine clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Resistance and Stability (No Oil Leaking)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile traditional Chocolate Modelling paste with high quantity of cocoa butter often struggle with oil separation or sagging in average temperatures, this formula is engineered for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructural Stability: Once modeled, the subject maintains its position without drooping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean Workflow: It does not leave hands excessively greasy and maintains an elegant matte\/satin finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Advanced Coloring Versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its slightly ivory base (characteristic of high cocoa butter content), it offers excellent color results:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOil-Based \u0026amp; Gel Colors: It accepts both types of dyes with flawless results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHyper-Realistic Shading: It is the ideal base for hand-painting with petal dusts or colored cocoa butter, as the surface grips pigments deeply for smooth, blendable gradients.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Creativa by Margherita Ferrara","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":55874803302740,"sku":"224542","price":6.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":55874803335508,"sku":"224545","price":19.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/2297\/3780\/files\/1777541280-77122800.jpg?v=1779268353"},{"product_id":"creativa-by-margherita-ferrara-special-modelling-paste","title":"Special Modelling Paste","description":"\u003cp\u003eMargherita Ferrara's iconic modelling paste has become a firm favourite with cake artists across Europe. 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