Creating Wedding Bliss: Felt Cake Toppers

Wedding cake toppers are a fun and creative way to add a personalised touch to your special day. You can make your own felt wedding cake toppers by following a simple set of steps. First, gather your materials: felt in your chosen colours, bamboo skewers, scissors, a needle and thread, stuffing, and a pen or pencil. Next, cut out your desired shapes or letters from the felt, making sure to create two of each for a front and back. Sew the two sides together, leaving an opening for stuffing and the skewer. Once stuffed, insert the skewer and sew closed. You can create letters, numbers, or even cute figurines to adorn your wedding cake!

Choosing materials and colours

When making felt wedding cake toppers, the materials and colours you choose will depend on the design you have in mind. Felt is a versatile fabric that comes in a wide range of colours, so you can create anything from simple initials to intricate figurines.

If you want to make a figurine of the bride and groom, you will need felt in colours that match the couple's skin tone, hair, and outfits. You can also add beads and fabric details to make the figurines more realistic and personalised. For example, you can use beads to represent jewellery or buttons on a suit.

If you're creating a more abstract design, such as initials or a simple shape, you can choose colours that match the wedding theme or the couple's personalities. You can also add embellishments like glitter, ribbons, or flowers to make your cake topper stand out.

When selecting your materials, consider the weight and thickness of the felt. A thicker felt will be more durable and easier to work with, especially if you're creating intricate details. You'll also need to choose a type of thread that matches your felt in colour and thickness.

Finally, don't forget to choose a base for your cake topper. This could be a simple cardboard base, or something more decorative like a wooden base with a laser-cut design.

Drawing and cutting out letters or shapes

To make felt wedding cake toppers, you'll need to cut out your desired letters or shapes from felt sheets. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the process:

• Gather your materials: You'll need felt sheets in your chosen colours, a pen or pencil for drawing, scissors for cutting, and any other additional decorations you want to include.
• Draw your letters or shapes: Decide on the letters or shapes you want to create and draw them out on each sheet of felt. If you're going for an ombre effect, use different shades of the same colour, ranging from dark to light.
• Cut out your designs: Fold the felt sheet in half and cut along the drawn lines. This ensures that you create two identical pieces at the same time.
• Repeat the process: Cut out the remaining letters or shapes in the same way. If you're creating multiple letters or shapes, work on them one at a time to ensure accuracy.
• Assemble and decorate: Once all your pieces are cut out, you can sew them together if needed. You can also add any additional decorations, such as glitter, ribbons, or other embellishments, to make your cake toppers truly unique.
• Insert skewers (optional): If you plan to use skewers to secure your cake toppers, leave a small opening at the bottom of your design. Insert the skewer and then sew the opening closed, trapping the skewer inside.

By following these steps, you can create personalised felt wedding cake toppers with letters, shapes, or a combination of both. Feel free to experiment with different colours, sizes, and designs to make them truly yours!

Sewing the felt together

To sew the felt together, you will need a needle and thread. Cut out your letters or shapes from the felt, ensuring they are all the same size. Sew the two pieces of felt together, leaving a small opening at the bottom. Insert the stuffing through the opening, using a skewer to push it into the corners if needed. Once stuffed, push the skewer into the bottom of the letter or shape and sew the rest of the letter closed, trapping the skewer inside.

For more complex designs, such as animals or figurines, you will need to hand-sew the felt pieces together, ensuring you add the necessary details like eyes, noses, and any other embellishments. You can use beads, fabrics, and wool to add these details and bring your creation to life.

If you are creating a bride and groom cake topper, you can add details like hairstyles, dresses, and tuxedos to make them resemble the happy couple. These toppers usually stand about 3.9 inches tall, including the base, and the base itself can be made from a round golden cardboard.

Remember to allow enough time for creating your felt cake topper, especially if it is a complex design. It can take a few weeks to create a custom topper, so plan ahead to have it ready in time for the wedding!

Adding stuffing

Firstly, gather your materials. You will need stuffing, which can be purchased from any haberdashery or craft shop, or you can use the insides of an old cushion. You will also need your cut-out felt letters, needle and thread, and bamboo skewers.

Before you start sewing, make sure you have stuffed your letters. This will ensure they keep their shape and structure. Use your skewer to push the stuffing into the corners of the letters if needed. Be careful not to overstuff, as this can cause the letters to become misshapen.

Once you are happy with the amount of stuffing, it is time to sew up the letters. Start by pushing your skewer into the bottom of the letter, and then sew the rest of the letter closed, trapping the skewer inside. This will provide stability and structure to your cake topper.

Repeat this process for all your letters, making sure to leave the bottom of the letter "Y" open until you have inserted the skewer and added the stuffing.

Your felt wedding cake toppers are now ready to be displayed! This technique can be adapted to create different shapes and designs, so feel free to experiment and get creative.

Attaching a base or skewer

Choosing the Right Base or Skewer

Select an appropriate base or skewer that is proportionate to the size of your felt creation. For smaller toppers, a thin bamboo skewer or wooden dowel can be used. For larger and heavier toppers, consider using a thicker skewer or a sturdy cardboard or plastic base.

Preparing the Felt Creation

Before attaching the base or skewer, ensure that your felt creation is ready. If you are making a 3D topper, stuff it with filling to give it volume and shape. Sew the majority of the creation closed, leaving a small opening at the bottom where the skewer or base will be attached.

Attaching the Skewer

If you are using a skewer, push it firmly into the bottom opening of your felt creation. Ensure that it is inserted far enough so that it is stable and secure. Once the skewer is in place, sew the opening closed, trapping the skewer inside. Be sure to sew it tightly so that the skewer does not slip out.

Attaching the Base

If you are using a base, you can attach it using a strong adhesive. Spread a generous amount of hot glue or craft adhesive onto the bottom of your felt creation and firmly press it onto the base. Hold it in place for a few seconds to allow the glue to set. For added stability, you can also sew through the base and the felt creation to secure them together.

Finalizing the Topper

Once the base or skewer is attached, double-check that your topper can stand upright and is securely attached. If needed, add additional glue or stitching to reinforce the connection. Now your felt wedding cake topper is ready to be displayed on the cake!

Remember to plan ahead and allow enough time for creating and attaching the base or skewer. This step is crucial to ensuring your topper is stable and does not fall over, ruining the cake or the topper itself.

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