Impression or Texture Mat: Perhaps not a necessity, but again, an easy way to create an impressive result. By placing the mat over rolled out fondant, and applying even pressure across the surface, when you peel away the mat, you have a beautiful recessed design to place on your cake. A very lovely effect on simple white cakes.
Food Coloring: For the best variety of vibrant colors, invest in some gel paste food coloring or food coloring powder, also known as dusting powder. You'll never go back to the liquid kind! Ideal for tinting icings, coloring fondant, and hand painting your cake.