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Instructions for Crafting Dazzling Cake Topper Numerals with Sparkle

Craft a sparkling cake topper with numerals for any birthday celebration! This simple DIY project can double as enjoyable photo accessories too.

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Guide for Crafting Glittery Cake Topper Numerals
Guide for Crafting Glittery Cake Topper Numerals

Instructions for Crafting Dazzling Cake Topper Numerals with Sparkle

Bring a touch of glamour to your celebrations with a DIY glitter cake topper number, made using a Cricut Cutting Machine and sequins. This shaker-style cake topper adds a dash of sparkle and dimension, making it an eye-catching centrepiece for your cake. Here's a step-by-step guide to create your own:

Design or Download the Number Template

Start by creating or finding a number design compatible with Cricut Design Space. The design should have multiple layers to create depth, with a front layer that has a cut-out window (usually a solid shape with the number outline removed).

Prepare Materials

Gather the following materials:

  • Cardstock (glitter cardstock recommended for added sparkle)
  • Acetate sheet (clear plastic) to create a window covering
  • Foam tape or foam sheets to create a spacer layer
  • Loose sequins or glitter to fill the shaker window
  • Lollipop stick or skewer (to hold the topper)
  • Glue (craft or hot glue)

Cut the Layers using the Cricut Machine

Load the cardstock into your Cricut and cut:

  • The base number layer
  • The middle foam spacer layer (cut from foam sheet or thick cardstock) with a window cut-out matching the number shape
  • The top number layer with the window cut-out
  • A piece of acetate to cover the window

Assemble the Cake Topper

  1. Glue the base number layer onto the stick/skewer.
  2. Use foam tape/sheet around the edges of the window to build a "well."
  3. Place a piece of acetate over the base number, adhering to keep sequins inside.
  4. Add sequins and glitter inside the window area on top of acetate.
  5. Seal the shaker by gluing the top number layer with the window cut-out on top, aligned carefully.

Final Touches

Ensure the shaker part enclosed with the acetate holds the sequins and glitter without leaking. Your glitter-sequin number shaker topper is ready to place on the cake.

This method creates an eye-catching topper with sparkling glitter inside a clear window, perfect for celebrations. Similar shaker cake topper tutorials are available that explain materials and cutting sequence, showing how to layer cardstock, acetate, foam, and fillings like sequins. You can also find cake topper SVG files ready for Cricut cutting online or customize using design software.

For a smoother cutting experience, Scotch Precision Scissors are useful for crafting. Set the numbers aside to dry, and remember that smaller sections are easier when adding sequins to the glitter glue. Happy crafting!

[1] Cricut Shaker Cake Topper Tutorial [2] Cricut Sequins Numbered Cake Topper SVG [3] DIY Glitter Cake Topper Number Tutorial [4] Cricut Shaker Cake Topper Materials and Cutting Sequence [5] Customising Cricut Cake Topper Designs

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