Cake with red and pink flowers made using the back of a spoon. - Samantha Wesoloski / 500px/Getty You don't need a fancy instrument to decorate cakes and cupcakes with elegant, handmade icing petals.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you're looking to top your baked goods, there's a range of icings you might use. One of the most common types is buttercream icing, which ...