Arcoiris No.8B Open Star Piping Tip

Create stunning bakery-style cupcake swirls, buttercream rosettes and decorative borders with the Arcoiris No.8B Open Star Piping Tip. One of the most popular piping nozzles for cupcake decorating, the No.8B creates beautifully defined ridges and professional-looking finishes with minimal effort.

The large open star design makes this tip ideal for piping generous buttercream swirls, elegant rosettes, shell borders and decorative accents on cakes, cupcakes and desserts. Whether you're creating celebration cakes, birthday cupcakes or vintage-inspired designs, the No.8B delivers impressive results every time.

Suitable for buttercream, whipped frosting and similar decorating icings, this versatile nozzle is loved by both beginner and professional cake decorators. Its larger size allows you to create eye-catching designs quickly while maintaining excellent detail and texture.

Manufactured by Arcoiris, this durable metal piping tip is reusable, easy to clean and designed for years of decorating enjoyment.

Based in Ruakaka, Northland, The Cake Mixer ships cake decorating supplies NZ wide.

Features

• Genuine Arcoiris decorating tip
• No.8B large open star nozzle
• Creates bakery-style cupcake swirls
• Ideal for rosettes and borders
• Perfect for buttercream decorating
• Durable metal construction
• Reusable and easy to clean
• NZ wide shipping available

Perfect For

• Cupcake swirls
• Buttercream rosettes
• Shell borders
• Birthday cakes
• Celebration cakes
• Vintage cake decorating
• Dessert decorating
• Buttercream flowers

How To Use

1. Fit the No.8B tip into a piping bag.
2. Fill with buttercream or frosting.
3. Hold the bag vertically above the cupcake or cake.
4. Apply even pressure while piping a swirl or rosette.
5. Release pressure cleanly for a professional finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I create with the No.8B piping tip?

The No.8B tip is perfect for cupcake swirls, rosettes, shell borders, stars and decorative buttercream designs.

Is this a good cupcake decorating tip?

Yes. The No.8B is one of the most popular tips for creating classic bakery-style cupcake swirls.

What icing works best?

Buttercream, whipped frosting and similar decorating icings work beautifully with this nozzle.

Is the piping tip reusable?

Yes. The durable metal construction allows for repeated use and easy cleaning.

Do you ship throughout New Zealand?

Yes. We ship cake decorating supplies NZ wide from Ruakaka, Northland.