Ribbon-Pattern Decorated Sponge Sheets

Thin, ornate sponge sheets with striped patterns in various configurations can be made very easily using Silpats (imported French silicone baking mats) and a special scraper that is made to fit the mats. This tool, called a decorating comb, consists of a frame and interchangeable blades (typically made of rubber) that have notched edges and are available in different sizes and patterns. A similar but less expensive tool is a molded plastic comb with two patterns, one on each side. Th