What youâll need. The creaming method starts with sugar and fat (shortening, butter, or other) beaten until light and creamy. In order to achieve this, you need a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Unfortunately, no other kitchen appliance (hand-held mixer, food processor) will do it right.
Railroad Board is a smooth, thin, bristol-type board, colored on both sides, that is used for signs, posters, mailing cards, tickets, tags, and so forth. Each sheet is coated on both sides with bright colors or white. Thicknesses are 4 ply (0.014) and 6 ply (0.020).
1 The BIG BOARD is a 1/2 thick unfinished wood board, with side rails that keep the board in place on your standard ironing board.  Iron with ease on this large pressing surface, or throw a table cloth over it to use as a buffet or dessert table during the holidays.