Too-Cute Toppers!
Brenda Walton
Class Preview
1:25
- In-depth Instruction; over 154 mins
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- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A
Fondant-Covered Bases
11:11
Meet cake artist Brenda Walton, your guide to creating whimsical cake toppers partygoers will adore. Ease into the process by making simple fondant-covered bases that will complement and secure your toppers. Embellish them with fun textures and patterns resembling snow, woodgrain and tile.
Owls
23:24
Make a set of charming, wide-eyed owls that are perfect for any celebration. Brenda offers step-by-step instruction on everything from forming the bodies and heads to using simple tools to create shaped wings, ears and a textured belly. Paint colorful dots and flower patterns on the owls' heads and bodies to finish the look!
Snow Boy & Snow Girl
25:49
Discover how to create customized clothing as you work on a darling snow boy and snow girl. Brenda shows you her trusty techniques for making a striped scarf and matching top hat for the snow boy. Then, see how to dress your snow girl in a textured button-up sweater with a charming lace-trimmed beanie.
Giraffe
20:04
Take your skills to new heights as you construct a delightful giraffe that will brighten any occasion. Learn how to use internal supports to secure the legs, body and neck before adding a frilled mane, delicate horns and a swishing tail. Complete the look by painting on spots!
Bunny in a Shower
25:18
Tackle more complex toppers as you build a bunny taking a bath. With Brenda's guidance, you'll discover how to construct a curved shower head -- with falling water -- and a porcelain bathtub. In addition, Brenda breaks down the process of crafting each part of the bathing bunny for truly adorable results.
Owl & Snow People Accessories
28:46
Complete the owl and snow people toppers you started in previous lessons. Learn how to make a textured nest and festive flags that will enhance your owl designs. Then, embellish your snow people by adding a stocking brimming with presents, a dainty purse and miniature Christmas tree.
Giraffe & Bunny Accessories
19:04
Put the finishing touches on the rest of your work! Brenda shows you how to create tufts of grass and colorful flowers to complete the giraffe topper. Next, construct fun bath toys for the bunny in a shower. You'll also gain valuable tips and tricks for personalizing your pieces with names, letters and numbers.
Master six fondant animal cake toppers that always receive rave reviews! Enjoy expert instruction from cake decorator and popular instructor Brenda Walton as you warm up by building a secure and decorative foundation for your cakes. Then, dive into the main event as Brenda walks you through each step of creating trendy owl toppers, a snow boy and girl and a cute giraffe, complete with a frilled mane and a swishing tail. Brenda even shares tricks for elevating your topper skills when you make an adorable bathing bunny scene boasting a curved shower head and falling water! Plus, find out how to add special finishing touches to each of your toppers, from textured owl’s nests and flowers to a festive Christmas tree and even bath toys for your bathing bunny.
Brenda Walton
Brenda's love of fondant and sugar art began while making her daughter's first birthday cake in 2010. Less than a year later, she started her business, Sugar High, Inc. Brenda's focus soon shifted from making cakes to creating fondant cake and cupcake toppers. Brenda's heart goes into each little character and creation, and she travels all over the country to share her passion and techniques for working with fondant.
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