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I run a 3D jelly cake business called Jelly Alchemy. I first learned this 3D art three years ago when it was relatively new in Asia. This is now taking Asia by storm! My 3D design journey started with simple floral arrangements. As I continued to practice, it has now evolved into more complex koi fish ponds, birds and characters made out of jelly flowers.

The method used to craft 3D jelly cake art is quite fascinating. Everything is made upside-down inside a flavored clear seaweed jelly canvas (some people use gelatin). Hot liquid colored jelly (usually coconut jelly for my work) is injected into a clear canvas using specialized tools. Each cake design is created petal by petal (as for the birds, it would be feather by feather!) through this injection method. And yes, these cool cakes are all edible and delicious!

If you want to see more of my cake creations, you can find them here, here and here.

More info: Instagram | Youtube | Facebook | jellyalchemy.com

This all started from curiosity when I first encountered this art whilst overseas. I was so intrigued by it that it motivated me to take lessons for it. I have always had an interest in food decorating and cooking. So this form of art definitely hit the right notes for me.

Aside from crafting, I also teach jelly art and sell my own brand of jelly art supplies. When I see my students excelling and being able to witness how jelly art has changed their lives, it gives me a lot of satisfaction. I am constantly striving to create awareness to spread this art as I believe it can bring a lot of joy to others.

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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, as someone who likes to bake cakes the detail in the birds feathers and chest is incredible. I wonder how long it took to make that wow.

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    The most difficult part of the creative process would be executing very complex ideas (i.e. multilayering work, sceneries) into jelly. Most of my complex pieces will sometimes take days to plan to ensure that the outcome is as realistic and perfect as possible. Of course, there will always be limitations as to what I can do but challenges make my job a tad more interesting. I enjoy unmoulding my work especially when I am able to bring an idea to life.

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    Each of these beautiful cakes can take up to 5 hours to complete depending on complexity. It definitely takes a lot of patience to complete these dessert ideas but so worthwhile once you unmould the jelly to reveal the final masterpiece!

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    Sometimes whilst strolling past nature, I will stop to admire the flowers and study it. I love looking at pretty things and will get random ideas when looking at pictures online. Often more ideas will flow to me when I am in the midst of creating something.

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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You are so amazingly talented, well done, they are all gorgeous!

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    Sometimes I do feel burned out by doing creative work, especially when it takes an immense amount of concentration. Difficult pieces can sometimes take over 8 hours of continuous work to complete. I often do not schedule crafting difficult pieces back to back as I need the energy for my other responsibilities too as a mum to 2 boys!

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    Last year, I launched my own jelly powder brand, website, online courses and YouTube channel. This year, my focus is on strengthening brand awareness and dabbling in content creation. I am currently working on a few jelly art pieces in collaboration with a content creation company.

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They’re very interesting, the texture is like firm jello, but the taste is a clear and fruity sweetness.

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love peacocks 🥰 this one and the purple feathered peacock are breathtaking

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are such stunning flowers 💐, they almost look too real to eat.

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are just so amazing, how do you even get all that detail into them? So vibrant.

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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love that each flower has such detail you can imagine the texture of it.

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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You should show more pics of your cakes from the side.

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love the orange color with the purple flowers, the contrast really pops.

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do love the more vibrant orange color on the fish, they're so beautiful.

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love that the fish are so colorful in this one. It makes it so much more interesting.

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This orchid is magical. The composition is perfectly balanced as well. It's superb!

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The little cream and yellow flowers are so delicate looking and precious.

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love all the tiny fragile looking flowers, and the dolphin 🐬 is fabulous!

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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such a cute piece. The dishes are the perfect display for your edible art.

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