Wilton
Wilton Decorating Tip Star #21
Best star tip for bakers creating detailed icing borders and rosettes.
This Wilton Decorating Tip allows for quick and creative icing application when decorating cakes and baked goods. It is available in multiple styles, though each decorating tip is sold separately. This specific item comes packaged in a compact 3x5.25 inch package containing one unit. Please note that due to small parts, this product presents a choking hazard and is not suitable for children under three years of age. It is designed for repeated use in your baking endeavors.
$7.73
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
28
/ 714
#28 in Cake Decorating Supplies
Price vs Category Average
-68%
Below average
Brand
Wilton
/ Wilton
Who it's for
- Artists seeking professional, sharp-edged icing details
- Decorators building a versatile, foundational piping kit
- Bakers needing efficient, quick tip swaps during decorating
Who should skip it
- Decorators covering large cakes needing faster piping tools
- Beginners struggling with precise frosting consistency
- Users wanting low-maintenance, easy-to-clean kitchen tools
Performance breakdown
Detail precision
Star tip geometry creates consistent, professional-grade borders and rosettes every time.
Material durability
Nickel-plated brass construction resists bending and maintains shape through repeated use.
Ease of cleaning
Simple design allows for quick rinsing and easy access to internal crevices.
Compatibility
Standard sizing fits seamlessly with most couplers and piping bag systems.
Flow consistency
Precision-cut teeth ensure smooth icing release without clogging or uneven texture.
Ergonomic handling
Compact size provides excellent control for intricate piping and fine detailing.
Key Specs
Brand
Wilton
Material
Nickel-plated brass
Color
Silver
Package Dimensions
3x5.25 inches
Quantity
1 decorating tip per package
Warning
Choking Hazard for children under 3 years
Features
- Enables quick and creative icing application
- Designed for use with various cake decorating styles
- Sold individually to allow for specific tool selection
What customers say
The sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the tip's essential nature and reliable performance. Its high quality stainless steel construction ensures durability and consistent results over time. Bakers appreciate how effortlessly this tip creates perfectly defined star patterns and rosettes, making complex decorating accessible. It is celebrated as an indispensable tool that delivers professional looking finishes with remarkable ease of use.
Know before you buy
The Star #21 tip is a versatile tool used for creating classic star-shaped borders, rosettes, shells, and textured fillings. It is a staple for adding decorative detail to cupcakes, cakes, and cookies.
Yes, the Wilton #21 tip is designed to fit standard-sized piping bags and couplers. If you are using a coupler, it will allow you to swap this tip out for others without emptying your icing bag.
This tip is crafted from nickel-plated brass. To maintain its shape and prevent corrosion, we recommend hand washing it with warm, soapy water and drying it thoroughly after each use.
No, this item includes only the single metal decorating tip. You will need to provide your own piping bag and coupler separately if you do not already have them.
Absolutely. The Star #21 is one of the most popular tips for beginners because it is easy to control and produces professional-looking results with minimal practice.
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