Edible glue and Tylo powder
Ready-to-use edible glue, Tylo powder (CMC), and gum tragacanth: the specialist products used to assemble fondant figurines, flowers, and decorations.
Three products, three uses
Ready-to-use edible glue is applied with a brush to join two fondant pieces: figurines, ribbons, decorative plaques. Tylo powder (CMC) has two uses: diluted in water, it becomes an economical homemade glue; kneaded into fondant, it firms it up for modeling. Gum tragacanth strengthens gum paste for delicate flowers that need to dry hard.
Reference measurements
Homemade glue: about 1 level teaspoon of CMC in 30 ml of warm water, left to rest for 30 minutes until gel-like. Homemade modeling paste: knead 1 teaspoon of CMC into 250 g of sugar paste, then leave to rest for 1 hour under plastic wrap. Always apply the glue in a thin layer: excess makes the pieces slide instead of holding them in place.
Frequently asked questions
CMC or gum tragacanth?
CMC (Tylose) is the modern equivalent, more stable and less expensive. Gum tragacanth, which is plant-based, is still preferred by some sugar flower makers for its fine drying properties.
How long does it take to set firmly?
A few minutes to hold the piece in place, several hours for a permanent bond. Support heavy assemblies while they dry.
Does the glue leave marks?
Applied in a thin layer, no. If used excessively, it can make the paste glossy: immediately remove the excess with a dry brush.
