For occasions where you want to be chic and powerful, this set of 32 decorative gold, silver, and black balls is the missing piece in your event pastry universe. The metal-black contrasts immediately evoke the glamour of grand parties.
Ideal for a Halloween cake decoration that favors sophistication over horror, a New Year’s cake with a starry night effect, or an adult birthday with a Black Tie theme. The 32 balls on rods can be inserted directly into sugar paste or icing.
The glamorous weapon for chic Halloween and New Year’s Eve parties
The metal-black contrast is the visual signature of year-end parties and new-generation Halloweens. Where traditional Halloween orange-purple and classic Christmas red-green show their limits, gold-silver-black stands as the timeless palette for major occasions.
Advantages of this palette for adult events:
- Compatible with any existing table decoration (black and gold fit everywhere)
- Exceptional photo effect: metallic balls catch the light and create sparkling points
- Instant sophistication that elevates the visual level of an event
- Versatility: Halloween, New Year, bachelor/bachelorette parties, 30/40th birthdays, corporate events
Preferred use cases: New Year, New Year's Eve, chic adult Halloween, 30 or 40th birthday, glamorous bachelorette party, corporate event, brand anniversary, professional thank-you cake.
Detailed technical features
| Brand | Simply Making (United Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| Reference | SM223533 |
| EAN barcode | 5056665525728 |
| Quantity | 32 balls on rods per bag |
| Color palette | matte black, shiny silver, gold, white |
| Ball sizes | Mix of diameters for depth effect |
| Rods | Thin metal, length suitable for direct insertion |
| Compatibility | Buttercream, ganache, fondant, sugar paste, royal icing |
| Use | Decoration not edible to be removed before tasting |
| Storage | Keep away from humidity, in the original packaging |
How to install these balls on a cake?
Setup takes less than 2 minutes, with no special technique required. Here is the step-by-step method:
- Prepare your standing cake: set buttercream, stabilized whipped ganache, or pre-applied sugar paste. The icing must be firm enough to hold the rods in place.
- Sort the balls by size and color. Vary the diameters to create a natural depth effect.
- Insert the rods directly into the frosting or sugar paste. No need to pre-drill.
- Vary the heights by pushing the rods in more or less. This creates the illusion of an airy bouquet rather than a flat alignment.
- Arrange your layout according to the desired effect: dense cloud in the center, spread over the entire surface, or half-crown on one side of the cake.
Pro tip: for an "explosion of colors" effect, group the balls in the center of the cake with the largest at the top. For a "flower field" effect, spread them evenly keeping light tones at the edges and dark tones in the center.
For which cakes and preparations?
This set is designed for any pastry where a vertical decorative effect and a strong visual signature are desired. Main applications:
- Cake design and layer cakes: airy bouquet effect at the top of the tiered cake.
- Drip cakes: balances verticality with a cloud of colorful balls complementing the drips.
- Number cakes and letters: decorative punctuation between numbers or letters.
- XL Cupcakes: 2 to 3 rods per giant cupcake for a wow effect.
- Sweet tables: scatter a few balls on secondary desserts (verrines, tartlets) to visually unify the table.
- Modern tiered cakes: contemporary alternative to sugar paste flowers.
Compatible with all types of frostings: buttercream, whipped ganache, fondant, covering sugar paste, royal icing. Not suitable for baking (to be placed only after complete cooling).
Usage precautions and storage
- Decoration not edible: must be removed before tasting the cake.
- Do not place in the oven or freezer. To be placed only on a decorated and cooled cake.
- Keep out of reach of children under 3 years due to small parts and thin rods.
- Store in the original packaging, away from moisture and direct light.
- Do not immerse or wash with water. To clean, gently wipe with a dry cloth.
- The balls are reusable if removed cleanly before tasting and stored in their bag.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this set suitable for a chic Halloween?
Yes, that’s its primary purpose. For a Halloween that favors glamour over fear, the gold, silver, and black palette is much more modern than the traditional orange-purple.
Is it suitable for a New Year’s cake?
Absolutely. Gold, silver, and black immediately evoke the luxury of New Year’s Eve parties. Perfect for a midnight cake, a corporate year-end cake, or a private party.
Is it suitable for an adult birthday with a Black Tie theme?
Yes, and it’s even an exceptional choice. The metallic-black contrast evokes evening wear parties. Ideal for a 30th or 40th birthday in glamorous style.
How to dose the black so it doesn’t visually weigh down?
The set is already balanced, with black in the minority. For an even lighter effect, alternate areas with a density of metallic balls (gold-silver) and areas with a density of black balls.
Is it suitable for a bachelor or bachelorette party?
Yes, especially for bachelorette parties with a glamorous theme or bachelor parties with a casino theme. The gold-silver-black contrast evokes the sophistication of grand occasions.
Compatible with a gold or metallic glaze?
Yes, for an ultra-luxurious effect. On a gold glaze, use silver and black balls as a counterpoint. On a matte black glaze, make the gold and silver balls stand out like stars.
To go further
To create a complete decorative universe around your celebration cake, explore our complementary collections:
- All cake design accessories: molds, turntables, smoothers, cake boards.
- Party decorations: candles, sprinkles, themed cake toppers for every occasion.
- Covering fondants for perfect decorating before placing your balls.
- Covering fondant specifically for uniform coating.
- Smoothers and smoothing accessories for flawless finishes.
- Cake cards and boards to showcase your tiered cakes.
- Patissland New Arrivals: the latest additions to our shelves.
Shipping and Delivery
Processing and Delivery Times
- Order Preparation: 0 to 2 working days
- France, Belgium, Germany: 1 to 2 working days
- Europe: 2 to 5 working days
- Click & Collect Osny: 24-48h
Shipping Fees
- FR, BE, DE: based on weight
- Europe: based on country and weight
- Click & Collect Osny: Free
Exact fees are calculated at checkout.
