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Edible Royals: 130kg of Cake for William & Kate
7 Nov
Summary
- Life-sized edible statues of Prince William and Kate Middleton were created.
- The royal figures together weigh over 130 kg, using extensive modelling chocolate and sugar paste.
- A sugar artist spent three months crafting the detailed, realistic likenesses of the couple.
A talented sugar artist has unveiled life-sized, edible statues of Prince William and Kate Middleton, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. These detailed figures were meticulously constructed over a three-month period, utilizing materials like Rice Krispies, marshmallows, modelling chocolate, and sugar paste.
The combined weight of the two edible royal replicas exceeds 130 kg. Specifically, they incorporate around 20 kg of modelling chocolate and approximately 100 kg of sugar paste, highlighting the scale of the project. The artist aimed to match the Prince and Princess of Wales's actual heights.
Prince William's statue stands 6 feet 2 inches tall, dressed in a Welsh Guards ceremonial uniform, while Kate's figure, at 5 feet 9 inches, wears a replica of her coronation dress. Capturing the distinctive features and likeness of such globally recognized figures presented significant challenges to the artist.
