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Do you keep your printer on 24/7, or do you power it down daily? What's best for your edible printer? Let’s dive into some facts.Why You Should Leave It Turned On:1. You Use Less Ink. Seriously!When a printer is turned off and then powered back on, it performs a routine maintenance cycle. This cycle, responsible for those familiar whirring sounds, involves shooting ink from the cartridge at high speeds to clean out dried ink or debris that may cl… Read more

So, is your edible ink printer not printing colours correctly?There are several reasons why this may be happening. Below we have designed an easy-to-use "go-to" diagram that will lead you through troubleshooting steps to help solve your printing colour issue.Firstly, it's important to note that printing with edible ink on edible icing sheets differs greatly from printing with normal ink on regular paper. Sometimes, a perfect match between the ima… Read more

Step into the world of sweet creativity as we look back at 2023 by showcasing our amazing customers who took part in our Cake Crumbs blog features. Join us in thanking these incredible individuals for sharing their journey into the world of edible image masterpieces!Meet our featured customers of 2023:Alicia Chapman, the mastermind behind Little Cocoa, who transforms premium chocolates into visual wonders.“I love it when customers come… Read more

Stunning doesn't quite capture the sheer artistry that defines Yuanita Gondoerjo's creations at SweetSavory. Yuanita is the creative genius behind SweetSavory's breathtaking cakes, with her husband managing the business side of things. Looks like they make a "sweet" team!1. Can you tell us about the moment you first realised you wanted to start your own cake business?One of my hobbies is baking cakes. Also, I have a skill that not many peopl… Read more

So, you’ve read our article - “Black Dots On Your Icing Sheets? Eek!!”, and still, the dots are there?Let's dive in deeper to sort this issue out. But first, a quick recap:Why are the dots there?The small pin wheel rollers in your printer are rolling right through your ink and spreading it over the rest of your page because ink on icing sheets takes a little longer to dry, especially if – the weather is humid or you have lots of ink in… Read more

Edible printing is a captivating way to transform sweet treats into edible masterpieces, allowing you to add intricate designs, personal touches, and vibrant colours to your creations. However, it's important to understand that the process of edible printing comes with its own unique characteristics and challenges that can impact the final appearance of your printed images.Edible Printing on Icing Sheets vs. Regular PaperPrinting with edible ink… Read more

Once upon a lockdown in Australia, new businesses delightfully sprouted, each with its own unique tale. Among them, Suzanne Ellul embraced her entrepreneurial spirit and birthed The Cookie Spot—offering delectable cookies and custom made edible images. Suzanne's venture outlasted the lockdown to become a business that fulfils her needs and delights her customer's taste buds.1. Can you tell us about the moment you first realised you wanted to… Read more

Edible ink printing has been gaining popularity in recent years. This innovative printing method allows sweet treat makers to create stunning and unique designs on a wide range of edible surfaces. Whether you're a professional baker looking to expand your services or a home cook interested in experimenting with new techniques, edible ink printing can be a fun and exciting way to take your creations to the next level.In this complete guide for beg… Read more

This is one of the most frequently asked questions regarding edible image printing; and one of the most difficult to answer.At Edible Image Supplies, we know that our customers need this answered so they may effectively cost their edible images for their own business needs. It is important to understand the print yield from an edible ink cartridge set is dependent upon many factors. TIP: The more you use your edible ink printer, the mor… Read more

Katy Mewett spotted a nice little hole in her local market for edible images and decided to try her hand at producing them as a hobby-come-side-hustle. Fast forward and Katy's Can Top It - Edible Images is now her main gig, supplying to local businesses and home cakers.1. How did your small business or journey begin?I saw online an ad selling EIS products. So, I investigated it around my location and discovered no on… Read more