To make decorative shapes with almond paste, knead a small amount of paste until it is soft and pliable. Then roll or mold it with your hands to form shapes. For detailed work special tools can be used. To color the paste sprinkle a few drops of coloring on to it and knead until the paste is evenly coated. Alternatively, paint the shapes with a brush when finished.
Roses Small balls of paste are shaped into thin flat ovals and molded to resemble petals.
Fruits Almond paste is molded to shape by hand, and tools are used for detail.