- Ateco Tube Tip #2D (852) Extra Large Closed Star is a popular stainless steel piping nozzle (often from Ateco) used to create large, defined decorations such as rosettes, swirls, shells, and drop flowers on cakes and cupcakes, offering a deep-cut, textured finish for various icings. It’s known for creating large, beautiful swirls that resemble ice cream cones or large roses, and it works well with buttercream, royal icing, and whipped cream.
