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Generally, before the turn of the millennium, cakes rarely had any kind of cake top decoration which would form a focal point on the cake. The cake as a whole was the center piece, containing no other central features besides the usual floral arrangements and other material decoration (i.e. ribbons and bows). Cakes that did posses a central feature were often as elaborate floral toppings or the traditional cake topper, a cherub. As cake designs became more and more extravagant and modern, so did the decorations that accompanied them, and so the rise of the personalised cake top model began.
Cake toppers in the sense of small sugar or clay models, are not to be confused with the other form of cake topper, that being cake photo prints. This type of cake decoration is a photograph that is printed on to the top of the cake, often found on childrens birthday cakes. Real photos can be transferred on to the cake using special transfer paper and icing, whereas the other kind is painted onto the cake using either sugar icing or an airbrush and stencil. As can be expected, sugar photo prints are much cheaper than handmade cake top models, but offer no where near the level of personalization.
Toppers are very popular additions to wedding cakes, where they often take on the likeness of the bride and groom. Some of the themes and designs for cake toppers people come up with are certainly not dull or reserved, with many being humorous and crass! Designs range from the typical bride and groom standing side by side, to those of divorcees slicing up their ex-partner with a chainsaw.
Cake top models can be considered an art form in itself, as miniature sculptures that are as unique as the last. The basic techniques and tools used in their creation are no different to what you would find in an average kitchen. Models can be made from any kind of clay, but the most common for making toppers is Fimo or Terracotta. The clay is often rolled and flattened using ones hands to achieve the desired shape for each of the body parts for either human or animal figures. Like with all art, your imagination is the limit. Some models may need additional support for things like arms and legs, this is done by inserting wooden dowel into the model, or by propping them up during firing (the former is recommended). Like with all clay constructs, the model is then fired in either an oven or kiln, depending on the clay you used and how hot your oven can get.
You can have a cake for any occasion, and you can have a topper for any cake!
Tom C W Higgins
To see examples of cake toppers as the modern alternative to traditional cake decorations, check out caketopper.co.uk or just type in "cake topper" on Google UK.
Making Miniature Food Replicas For Dollhouses and Craft Projects
Nothing completes the lived in look of a dollhouse or other similar craft product quite like having scrumptious food sitting out on a counter or table. Buying these items is, of course, the easy way to go. Making them, however, is a whole lot more fun.
If you're up to the challenge of crafting foods for your miniature kitchen, you'll find there are a lot of things you can make in your own home that will give your dollhouse a more authentic look. Most projects are very simple and can even be created by youngsters who want to lend a hand. Some, however, will require a steady hand and a very patient touch.
To get started making your own food replicas for your dollhouse, you'll have to do a few things in advance. They include:
Deciding what you want to make;
Scouring or dreaming up ideas for crafting and preserving the foods;
Collecting the necessary materials.
You will find that many food replica projects rely on basic materials that can be found in most craft shops.
Sample Projects You Can Try
There are a number of fairly easy and affordable projects you can try. Many will call for an investment in craft supplies, but most of these items can be used to make other projects. Some projects that are fairly easy to tackle include:
Creating raw eggs - There's nothing like the look of raw eggs cooking in a pan to give a dollhouse kitchen a homey look. To create your own, you'll need a tar gel acrylic medium and yellow acrylic paint. Make sure you have the surface you want the eggs in or on ready. Now, create your yolks by dotting yellow paint onto the surface. You can make a broken yolk look by using a toothpick to pull out your dabs. For the whites, use the tar gel to create the desired shape. If necessary, a white acrylic medium can also be used. Should you not be sure where you'd like your eggs to go when complete, craft them on a slick ceramic tile and gently scrape them off for placement once they are fully dry.
Polymer clay foods - This is the medium used for making most dollhouse and craft foods. It can be used to create such things as peaches, apples, pancakes, waffles and a host of other foods. Just use acrylic paint or another dying medium to add your desired color to the clay. Shape and then bake according to manufacturer instructions. Do keep your scale in mind when you're working with the clay. To make waffles, for example, it's a good idea to actually mold the shapes using a dollhouse waffle iron.
Cakes and other finished look designs - To create scaled and realistic looking cakes, you'll need a color computer printer, acrylic paints and florist foam. Cut your cake (foam) to the desired shape. Select a picture for the top of the cake and print. Affix the picture (wrapping the sides, too) with your printer paper. Once you have a clean look, "frost" the cake by using dabs of acrylic paint to build up a more three-dimensional look.
Sure, it's easier to buy replica foods for dollhouses and craft projects. It's a whole lot more fun, however, to whip them up in your own kitchen!
About the Author
Learn more about the fascinating world of miniatures. For a great selection of
wooden doll houses
, visit www.TheMagicalDollhouse.com today.
Does anyone know how to make miniature ice cubes out of polymer clay? (used on dishes in a doll house)?
Miniatures, as in a setting where dinner plates are maybe 1" across. And determining which color or color combination of clay colors.
take small pieces and i would use a popcicle stick to flatten the sides.
Queen for the day
It’s time for all little girls to get out their best dresses, costume jewelry and white satin gloves for a royal experience. The Uhrichsville Clay Museum will host the Little Girls’ Queen’s Tea on Saturday.
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