Stiff consistency (flowers with upright petals)

Cream together:
1/2 t butter flavored crisco
1/2 t almond extract
1 t clear vanilla
2 T water
1 c solid veg shortening (butter or regular)
1 T meringue powder

add:
4 c powdered sugar

For medium consistency (borders and flowers with petals that lie flat):
Add 1 T water for each cup of frosting.

For thin consistency (writing, stems, leaves, frosting cakes):
Add 2 T of water for each cup of frosting.

Lasts up to 2 weeks in a covered container.

1 1/2 c confectioners sugar
2 tsp hot water
1 envelope choc-o-bake
1 1/2 tsp white syrup
1/2 tsp vanilla
pinch salt