Friday, November 13, 2009

Cupcake toppers

I have been making cupcake toppers. They are not only fun to make, but FUN TO USE! Stick these picks into pieces of cake, cupcakes, or brownies.


DIY PROJECT: CUPCAKE TOPPERS

CRAFT TIP:  Use a craft punch or machine to cut out the two large scalloped shapes, also use cocktail toothpicks as they are longer the regular toothpicks.

Supplies:
  • cardstock, or heavy glitter paper
  • computer images, images from cards, decorative scrapbook paper, stickers,
  • craft glue (I like liquid)
  • cocktail toothpicks
  • two scalloped medallion craft punches; lrg. and med.
Instructions:
  1. Cut out two large scalloped medallions of glitter paper or heavy cardstock
  2. Cut out one medium scalloped medallion of printed images or decorative scrapbook paper, (for the center of your pick). 
  3. Insert a toothpick between the two lrg. medallions and glue medallions together.
  4. Glue med. medallion in the center of one lrg. medallion, or simply place a sticker in the middle. 
  5. Let dry, or
purchase from me.....gag, barf, gag!!!

Really.....have fun making your cupcake toppers and please share pictures! 

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45 comments:

  1. ConnieNovember 13, 2009 at 2:46 PM

    You are so funny, sweetpea! Barf, gag, barf???? Nuuuuu, you are fine, sugar...
    xoxo,
    Connie

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  2. Garden Cats + CraftsNovember 13, 2009 at 2:47 PM

    Dear Ele, thank you for this tutorial and the photos. These cupcake toppers are just beautiful. I will certainly make some.
    xoxo Birgit

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  3. AnonymousNovember 13, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    Ah, Ele, I liked this post! I'm sorry you cannot find your hook up cord, but I am glad that you shared goodies from your Etsy shop (LOVE 'EM) and the DIY cupcake toppers are wonderful!

    Have a great weekend!
    Zuzu

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  4. Fleur de BeeNovember 13, 2009 at 4:16 PM

    Well the bright side of things is that you could always SELL embellished barf bags! Just saying LOL!

    Everything is so beautiful...just like you sweet Ele!

    xoxo

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  5. Ribbonwood CottageNovember 13, 2009 at 8:49 PM

    You are too cute. I personally don't mind when bloggers advertise or show their goodies from Etsy. I'm not offended....do people get offended?
    Anyhoo...great tutorial!
    Blessings,
    Debbie

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  6. Stephanie ~ Angelic AccentsNovember 13, 2009 at 10:48 PM

    Love those adorable cupcake toppers, Ele!! If it sparkles, I'm soooo into it!

    Happy PS!

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  7. CaleenNovember 13, 2009 at 10:53 PM

    Oh.. I love this.. You are so funny. I love the cupcake toppers.. so darling.. I think what you posted through your Etsy is perfect.. You are a busy gal.. Love everything you make.. Wish you could get me motivated :)

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  8. Twyla and LindseyNovember 13, 2009 at 11:48 PM

    You go girl! Advertise all you want! You have a fabulous blog and I'm going to follow you! Have a great weekend! Twyla

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  9. Natasha BurnsNovember 14, 2009 at 1:55 AM

    Ele, of course you can advertise on your blog!!! Won't barf, I promise! Thanks also for the cupcake topper instructions and tips :)

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  10. KaiNovember 14, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    EEEEEKS! I'm GLAD you shared because I was OBVIOUSLY looking at the wrong thing when I went to check out the toppers you mentioned in your email. I WONDERED how those lil' flowers went on the cupcakes. DUH! I LOVE these, Ele! I can think of SO many ways to use them, too! (I don't make cupcakes but I WANT to make the toppers so I had to think creatively. LOL!) And NO ONE would gag, barf, or otherwise regurgitate over ANYTHING you do, sweet girl!

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  11. {oc cottage}November 14, 2009 at 12:12 PM

    Hilarious!!!! I am forever looking for my cords too! I think they can walk by themselves...they never seem to be when I "think" I put them!!!


    m ^..^

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  12. UnknownNovember 14, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    Eke,,,you are just to cute! Love your sweet lil toppers to!!! I found Modge Podge and LOVE it to deather..been doing that with my victorian ornies! Watch out..I'm gonna find something else to use it on!

    Been missing ya in PRH...come say Hi!!!

    Hugs..Lorena

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  13. LibbieNovember 14, 2009 at 4:23 PM

    Great idea! Everyone loves a DYI :) -Your work looks fantastic!

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  14. ShirlNovember 14, 2009 at 7:57 PM

    Hello Ele, what a cute post. LOL Love your idea of cupcake pics. Just might make some or maybe buy some from you! LOL
    Love ya, Shirl
    Shirls Rose Cottage

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  15. Draffin BearsNovember 14, 2009 at 9:25 PM

    Hi Ele,

    Good to advertise on your blog and get all your lovely things out there.
    The cupcake toppers are lovely.

    Happy weekend
    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  16. Sammy GirlNovember 14, 2009 at 9:47 PM

    Hi, Ele --
    Love when you show your etsy stuff .... it's the commercial advertising that drives me crazy (yes, I know it's a short drive, but still ... !)
    Hugs and happy hunting for the magic cord.
    Betty :)
    ps ... got my first blog award!!

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  17. chessNovember 15, 2009 at 6:47 AM

    Those cupcake toppers are pretty unique. I want to try it with myself too and use it this coming Christmas. I hope you had a great day. God bless mate.

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  18. LADY JANENovember 15, 2009 at 7:32 AM

    Smile...This truly is a slice of heavven! Not sure how I got here (not gagging) but I love it! Oh...and your cord...right theree silly girl...under those WONDERFUL DIY projects...Great to meet you...I shall stop again...going to be a Grammy you know...as a matter of fact...tomarrow! I have become a follower..and shall return...promise not a threat!

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  19. LoriNovember 15, 2009 at 7:41 AM

    Ele, you are so cute...there is nothing wrong with a little advertising now and then...your etsy mini is adorable...and i love your cupcake toppers!!! hope you find your hook up soon:)

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  20. Alison GibbsNovember 17, 2009 at 12:51 AM

    Oh Ele that is so funny, I laughed and smiled from start to finish.
    I hate it when you can't find the camera cord. I now leave mine hanging out of the desktop computer. Before that if I couldn't find it I would have to take the card out of my camera and put it in the card reader on the computer
    Alison

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  21. DapoppinsNovember 17, 2009 at 5:29 PM

    Did you use glitter or glitter paper because glitter takes a certain skill I do not possess.

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  22. The Urban ChicNovember 18, 2009 at 1:04 PM

    Ele, those toppers are really sweet and would make darling ornaments also.
    In the previous post, I have made so many of those plate stands and used small ones to make a Hershey cake. If I can find the picture, I could explain it better. I just love seeing all you make. It's such a joy and I wish someone could get me motivated to craft again. Hugs, Pat

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  23. JenniferNovember 18, 2009 at 7:50 PM

    Ele There very pretty.I don't know were the web cam hook up is either.My friend just gave one to the boys so the kids can veiw/tal with each other.Hugs,Jen

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  24. Sandra EvertsonNovember 18, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    You are a funny girl!
    Love the new Christmas stuff!
    Sandra Evertson

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  25. LoriNovember 18, 2009 at 9:35 PM

    Hi Ele
    Awe, we'll forgive you this time!LOL Great idea for toppers, think I'll do some similar in a mini garland. Hope all is well I've been away so long. The new blog is just plain open and easier to access at rufflesribbonsandroses. Visit soon, Lori

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  26. KathyNovember 18, 2009 at 10:42 PM

    You are too funny! LOVED the cupcake toppers!!! Thank you!

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  27. Cass @ That Old HouseNovember 20, 2009 at 11:59 AM

    They are so cute! What a great idea for a party.
    Cass

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  28. Teresa @ Grammy GirlfriendNovember 22, 2009 at 11:06 PM

    THANKS FOR THE TUTORIAL...

    Have so missed my blog reading but have been a little busy...This week there are 2 GREAT GIVEAWAYS on my Holiday Blog. They only require a comment...AND there are some good looking boys on my main blog.....
    Blessings to you and your this Thanksgiving season. I am so ready to get bad to reading my favorite blogs.

    http://grammyababychangeseverything.blogspot.com/
    http://teresa-grammygirlfriend.blogspot.com/

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  29. Reflections from the Stone NestNovember 23, 2009 at 6:43 AM

    Love your cupcake toppers. So Christmas'y and sparkly! Everything at Christmas should have a bit of sparkle, don't you think?

    Hope all is well. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family,
    Kitty

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  30. TaraNovember 25, 2009 at 6:48 PM

    Ele

    Great instructions--I feel inspired! Happy Turkey Day!

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  31. roseroomnz.comNovember 26, 2009 at 9:21 PM

    lol - love the cupcake picks, so cute and sparkly! Rachaelxo

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  32. KatieNovember 28, 2009 at 8:42 AM

    Ele the toppers are so cute, as are all your etsy items!

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  33. MaijaNovember 30, 2009 at 10:16 PM

    Advertising be damned! I'll always be your friend!

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  34. SandyDecember 1, 2009 at 6:58 PM

    What a darling tutorial. I'll have to bookmark this for future reference. Thanks for sharing a great idea!

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  35. LuLu KelloggDecember 1, 2009 at 7:01 PM

    LOVE the little toppers...thank you so much for sharing these!

    LuLu~*

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  36. Cass @ That Old HouseDecember 3, 2009 at 4:25 PM

    Ack!Ack!Ack! NOT. See? No one barfed. It's your blog, and it's good, and your Etsy things are charming. What's not to like? as we say in New York.
    Cass

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  37. Just Between Us GirlsDecember 8, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    I love love love the cupcake toppers.
    So very clever. Thank you for sharing the idea. I have an idea on
    my blog you might like. Visit if you can.
    Have a lovely evening.
    Pat

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  38. Erica (Irene)December 13, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    I just came across your Blog and I love it. Love your things, they are so creative and awesome. I'm a follower of yours now.

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  39. Creations by Marie Antoinette and Edie MarieDecember 13, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    Ele you sooooo funny,
    Know i would never throw up.i enjoy looking at your pretties.Love the cupcake toppers.Pretty Kool Dear. Merry christmas ,and May God bless you and yours.
    XXOO Marie Antionette

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  40. UnknownDecember 13, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    Ele, your creations are beautiful, love the cupcake toppers. I enjoy viewing the products/creations of others from etsy or elsewhere.

    Hope you find your cord.

    Merry Christmas, TTFN ~Marydon

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  41. UnknownDecember 18, 2009 at 7:38 AM

    Love the cupcake toppers! No gagging or barfing here - promote away!

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  42. Debbies DoodleJanuary 1, 2010 at 12:23 PM

    Hello,
    Have you found your cord yet?? You really don't need your camera cord.... If you use a device called a 'card reader'.. you just put your camera card into the card reader which is on an USB cord and it will come up on your computer.. love this device.. check it out they cost is from $30. and up.. and sold most any where.
    Deb

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  43. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2010 at 12:20 AM

    Rather nice site you've got here. Thank you for it. I like such themes and everything that is connected to this matter. I definitely want to read more soon.

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  44. Stop snoringFebruary 19, 2010 at 7:11 AM

    I am going to make cupcake toppers this weekend and I will put the pictures of my parents and my siblings. Thanks for sharing!

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  45. massage therapy schoolsFebruary 20, 2010 at 7:28 PM

    I love these! Will make some for my little brother's birthday!

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