Does anyone know a good brand for pastry tips? So far, I know of Ateco and Wilton, but I’m not sure which is better for durability and quality. Are there any other brands that you can recommend? I want to build one good... (4 replies, last updated by Kelli2006 May 27, 2008)

I prefer Ateco offset spatulas for applying icing. the keep your knuckles out of your work and allow you to get into corners easier. They also make the industry standard cake table, if you want to invest that amount of money. The... (11 replies, last updated by flourgirl September 12, 2007)

I went to my local restaurant supply and bought ateco bags and tips and have had them for years with no problems. Richie (7 replies, last updated by Chris VR January 30, 2005)

they get off work. Two more converts, I hope. There was a large selection of tips to choose from. I got the one I thought I would use the most. I also bought the Ateco clear disposable decorating bags (10 pags, 23 inches) They... (3 replies, last updated by Anna 'Boo' Carroll January 31, 2005)

A #9 is a 1/2" inch, so you can use that. You don’t need a coupler to use a pastry bag. These sorts of Ateco tips are really made for larger professional pastry bags where you can just trim the end with scissors to... (5 replies, last updated by LindaMc June 13, 2005)

and overcooked before the innards has a chance to cook properly. Lincoln/Wearever/Magicline/Ateco/Wilton is the standard, and the only brand I will use, either at home or work. Just make sure that you get one that has straight... (9 replies, last updated by Candy December 15, 2007)

it as a splurge item. Places like Bed, Bath, and Beyond and Linens n Things carry a wider range of brands, but often not more “professional” brands (i.e. Ateco for baking supplies) or not as complete of a selection... (12 replies, last updated by sybil October 24, 2004)

Also responding a bit late, but... http://www.beryls.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2_201_37&products_id=3655 Ateco Aspic Cutters might do the trick, available in sets of various sizes. Here’s a butterfly set...... (14 replies, last updated by SilverlakeGirl May 3, 2009)

are also a good source for new techniques and decorating supplies. They run about ten bucks each. But after a few years, you tend to say, “Enough already!” I think my newest one is at least a decade old. Ateco is... (9 replies, last updated by Suzy Q February 9, 2008)

with the 5. For pastry tips, buy Ateco's 10 piece pastry tube sets (one plain & one star). They’ll cover all your needs. As for couplers, I’ve never used one. (11 replies, last updated by ACM December 17, 2004)

bought a Dexter Chinese cleaver for five bucks there! Marked down from something ridiculous like $35. I bought an Ateco revolving cake pedestal for $20 (down from $45). I collect cake stands and I’ve gotten so many of them... (27 replies, last updated by budino January 10, 2003)

Check out bakerstools.com cupcake liners (Ateco brand). I didn’t see much at Wilton’s website. (52 replies, last updated by Saphyre March 12, 2009)