For the best details, lightly dust the mould with cornflour or icing sugar. Press in a small amount of sugar paste, roll gently over the silicone mould with the rolling pin and remove the excess paste with the sharp knife.

For an easy release, put the mould in a freezer for about 30 seconds, or a bit longer if needed. Once the gum paste has hardened up a bit, turn the mould over, and the figurine should pop out easily Dishwasher safe.