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Projector for cookies? The biggest question in the cookie world. It's an important one, as projectors do not come cheap.
This page shows you the pros and cons of what I have, love, and use almost daily.
Everyone has their own opinion. I can only tell you what I have used for 5 years and have been delighted with. Even though it still works like new, I graduated to the newer release of the PICO+. I comes with Bluetooth!
You can create magnificent sugar cookies with a projector for cookies.
This video shows how I created trolley cookies using a projector.
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I use the PICO projector for decorating sugar cookies, like this set:
As you can see, some of these next pictures were taken of the original PICO I purchased. Unfortunately, you can no longer purchase the old ones, unless you find on refurbished and don't mind the cords.
The PICO comes well-packaged in a sturdy box.Here is a picture of my old set up. I still consistently use this stand...
This is what the stand and Pico look like.These trolley car cookies were made by using my Pico projector.
About the PICO projector for cookies
Update #1
Since I bought mine years ago through Amazon, they have finally updated the PICO. It's sooo much better as it is now WIRELESS!!! Yippee. No more cords. Here it is...
- 3x Brighter
- Ultra Portable with Battery
- Wireless Smartphone Connection
- Multi-input Interface
- Includes mini-HDMI Cable
- Cookie Decorating...You get the most detail for your designs
The PICO is a very popular projector for cookies, due to it's clarity, projection size, and long lasting ability. It's no wonder they keep updating it to stay on top.
Be patient if Amazon shows they are out of stock. The company assured me it's coming soon!
Update #2
I always used the mount stand, as shown in my photo above. I since saw the gooseneck one and wanted to try it for my YouTube videos.
The mount stand takes up table space and is awkward to move around. The gooseneck just stays where I have it, hovering over my workstation. You can bend and twist it in any way you choose. Just know that it is stiff.
Which do I prefer? Actually, either for their respective attributes.
I have included both here so you can read about them and take your pick. Either works great for a cell phone too if you do any video work with your sugar cookies.
Table Mount:
Wide Compatibility: Equipped with 1/4" Screw and phone clamp, fit for webcam, pico projectors, miniature cameras, and cellphones. (Max W: about 0.7lb with the smallest angle)
- Adjustable Height and Angle: Height from 8" to 16". The angle from 30 degrees to 90 degrees. Use the screw to tighten the ball bearing to the want angle.
- Sturdy and Stable: Cast steel base and aluminum alloy rod make the stand sturdy and reliable. Anti-slip by skids under the base.
- Easy to install.
Gooseneck Mount:
- This stand features a 33.46" (85 cm) flexible telescopic arm that rotates 360 degrees, allowing you to loosen your hands, reduce neck fatigue, and easily position your phone at the desired distance.
- Compatible with cell phone screens from 4.0 to 6.3 inches. The height of the fixed section can be adjusted from 0 to 2.75 inches (7cm).
- The holder arm is made of 8.5mm Aluminum Alloy,
It is not just for Apple users. I have used it with a Toshiba laptop and an HP laptop. Both work great with the PICO projector for cookies.
Pros and Cons: PICO Projector for Cookies
Pros:
- display lighting is quite good
- small, about the size of a cell phone (thicker)
- projects very clear detail
- life is 15,000 hours
- rechargeable battery
- mini digital video port, usb, sd and tf ports
- built-in speaker
- can go up to a huge projection on a wall and still be clear
This is the projection on the table top in the daytime. No light was on and it was quite light in the room. This image also shows the detail.***Do you find this baby swan as adorable as I do? Wondering where to get free images that are also public domain?
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Cons:
- need to purchase a mini HDMI cord separately (inexpensive though)
- speaker isn't great, tinny sounding (there is a headphone area and an AV port though)
- a bit pricey (as any projector is)
For me, the pros far out-weigh the cons.
Be creative and think outside the box! With a projector, you can even make royal icing transfers without using transfer sheets. Make sure to grab your 2-page download of Royal Icing Tips. This will ensure nothing goes wrong when using royal icing or glaze.
Show me how to use the PICO projector for cookies!
This is so simple. Once the projector is mounted, charged, and hooked to your phone, tablet, or laptop, just hold the on/off button down until the light turns green.
Go through and find the media device you are using with the arrows on the top of the PICO. With my computer, I only had to do this the first time.
Once your delicious sugar cookie (the best cookie recipe) is iced with that mouth-watering royal icing, (my superior royal icing recipe), or if you need to use the perfect glaze recipe, line it up under the projector.
The video above goes through this.
I usually use a tipless icing bag. The hole size is about a #1S to #1 round/writing tip for thin letters and outlining real thick letters with consistency being between 10 and 12 seconds.
Not sure what 10 and 12-second consistency means? Refer to the page Royal Icing Flooding for understanding how thick or thin your royal icing should be.
I'll be uploading a video tutorial as soon as possible. Who doesn't love cookie videos?!
In the meantime, here are examples of some of my cookies where I've used the PICO coupled with the other game-changer, my airbrush system (very inexpensive PLUS you get 3, not 1, and much more included).
There's no end to sugar cookie decorating ideas!
Now back to using a projector for cookies...
airbrushing background dots
using the PICO for the elephants with airbrushing
"I can honestly say, when I first got my PICO, I was able to charge a more for my cookies. It causes them to be that much more professional. There is a reason it is the most popular projector for cookies amongst cookiers. The PICO is a must!"
Having equipment, like this projector for cookies, will enhance your sugar cookie business. It will enable you to charge more while at the same time showing professionalism. It will totally up your game.
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