George Boyle
Wedding dress cupcake toppers are a fun, simple, and easy DIY project for your wedding. They can be made using fondant or gumpaste, with a toothpick for support. You can get creative and experiment with different colours and shapes, and even use a template to ensure uniformity. To add a unique touch, consider using birch wood paper, which has a beautiful shine, or glittered cardstock. These toppers are sure to be a hit with your guests, who may even want to take them home as souvenirs!
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Materials | Gumpaste, fondant, icing, toothpicks, gum glue, melted white chocolate, cardstock, wood paper, ribbon, buttercream, silver cupcake paper, parchment paper |
| Techniques | Rolling out and cutting gumpaste/fondant, using templates, frilling, drying, assembling |
| Customization | Color, shape, font, size, design |
| Purpose | Bridal shower, wedding, graduation party, anniversary, romantic event |
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What You'll Learn
Using fondant and gumpaste
To make wedding dress cupcake toppers using fondant and gumpaste, start by rolling out the fondant or gumpaste to about 1/8 of an inch in thickness. If you want to add a belt to your dress, roll out the gumpaste thinly, approximately 1/8 to 1/16 of an inch in thickness, and cut a small strip using a paring knife. You can add details to the belt using a Wilton flower maker or any small decoration of your choice, attaching them with gum glue.
Next, use flower cutters in two different sizes to cut out the "skirt" of the dress from the rolled-out fondant or gumpaste. Place the cut pieces onto a flower former to dry, which will give them a more three-dimensional shape. If you want a more intricate look, you can use a ball tool to frill the edges of the flower pieces before placing them into the former.
To assemble the dress topper, attach the skirt and dress top together using gum glue. If you plan to place the topper directly on the cupcake, use a dab of icing to attach it securely. For a more intricate design, you can create ruffles on your cupcakes using fondant and layering them with a paintbrush and water, starting at the bottom and working your way up. Finally, lightly press the dress top lollipop stick into the base, and your wedding dress cupcake topper is ready!
You can customize your toppers by adding embellishments or keeping them plain and simple. If you want to match the bride's dress, you can colour the fondant and add details that match the flowers and dress design. It is recommended to make the toppers in advance and allow them to dry completely before storing them in a cardboard box to prevent softening.
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Choosing the right icing
When it comes to choosing the right icing for your wedding dress cupcake toppers, there are a few things to consider. Firstly, if you suspect your guests might peel off the topper to eat the cupcake underneath, it's best to make the topper entirely out of gumpaste. Gumpaste dries hard, allowing the dress topper to stand up. Fondant, on the other hand, is a better option if you think your guests will eat the topper, as it is meant to be consumed.
If you want to use icing for your cupcake base, a firmer icing is required. Buttercream or cream cheese icing are good options. Avoid whipped cream icing, as it will soften or moisten the fondant skirt of the dress topper. It's important to note that the type of icing you choose for the cupcake base will also affect how you assemble the topper. If you use a softer icing, like whipped cream, the skirt of the dress topper may absorb moisture and lose its shape.
The thickness of the icing is another important consideration. Thicker icing is generally better, as it is sturdier and will hold its shape longer. Thin icing tends to break down faster due to moisture. If you plan to use coloured icing, keep in mind that dark colours can bleed onto the cupcake icing and create a messy appearance. White icing is a safer option to avoid any unwanted colour transfer.
Additionally, if you want your cupcake toppers to lay flat on the icing, you can roll out fondant and cut around the topper shapes with a sharp knife or fondant scalpel. Letting them harden overnight will help them retain their shape. Another method is to pipe or scoop icing onto the cupcake and then smooth it with an offset spatula or freeze it briefly to harden the icing before placing the topper.
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Creating the dress top
To create the dress top, roll out some gum paste. You need the dress top to dry hard so that it can stand up in the air, hence the use of gum paste. You can roll it out to about 1/8 of an inch. If you think your guests will eat the topper, you can use fondant for the flower cuts and just use gum paste for the dress top.
Next, place an impression mat on top of the rolled-out fondant or gum paste and roll a rolling pin onto it to make an impression. You can use a template to create the shape of the dress top or create your own. Using a template is recommended if you want all the dresses to look the same.
After the dress top is firm and dry, you can start assembling the cupcake and topper. Apply some icing onto the cupcake. You can choose whatever icing you wish, but a firmer icing such as buttercream or cream cheese icing is recommended. Once you've applied the icing, place the largest flower piece onto it.
Apply some gum glue on top of the first large flower piece and then place the smaller flower piece on top. You have now assembled the skirt! Finally, place a toothpick in the middle of the skirt, apply some gum glue or melted white chocolate onto the base of the dress top, and press it into place on top of the centre of the skirt.
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Assembling the skirt
Once the dress top is dry, you can start assembling the cupcake and topper. Choose an icing that will be firm, such as buttercream or cream cheese icing. Apply the icing to the cupcake. Then, place the largest flower piece onto the icing.
Apply gum glue on top of the first large flower piece and then place the smaller flower piece on top. You have now assembled the skirt!
To complete the cupcake topper, place a toothpick in the middle of the skirt. Apply gum glue or melted white chocolate to the base of the dress top. Press the dress top into place in the centre of the skirt, ensuring that the toothpick is behind the front of the dress top.
You can also use fondant for the flower cuts and gum paste for the dress top if you think your guests will eat the topper.
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Using glitter cardstock
To make wedding dress cupcake toppers using glitter cardstock, you will need a smart cutting machine, such as a Cricut or Silhouette machine, a cutting mat, and a weeding tool. You can purchase gold glitter cardstock from Amazon, which is thicker than normal cardstock and will add a sparkly pop to your cupcake toppers.
Before cutting, decide on the size of your topper. For cupcake toppers, a width of about 3 inches is recommended, while a 6.5-inch width is suitable for a 7-inch cake. Set the material to "Poster Board" on your cutting machine and cut the design. After cutting, carefully weed out your design, being extra cautious around intricate details to avoid tearing.
To strengthen the glitter cardstock and prevent glitter from shedding, layer parchment paper on top of newspaper and spray the topper with adhesive spray. Allow it to dry, and then trim two wooden skewers to fit the height of your cupcakes. Use a hot glue gun or regular craft glue to attach the skewers to the back of the topper, ensuring they are glued as high up as possible without being visible.
Finally, insert your DIY glitter cupcake toppers into your cupcakes, and you're done!
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