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Cake Toppers: Frequently Asked Questions

How are the cake toppers shipped?

Cake toppers are shipped Priority Mail (2-3 days). They are insured for the full value of the piece in case lost or damage occurs in the mailing process. Toppers are wrapped in bubble wrap and surrounded by foam, and double boxed with additional foam for added security. Express shipping is available upon request. Shipping outside the U.S. is also available to certain locations.

How big are the cake toppers?

They are approx 5 inches tall and placed on to a round 4.5 inches base. Please contact me about the sizes of boats, cars, rollercoaster as some may not fit on your cake.
They are approx. 15-16 cm tall, they fit comfortably on a 15cm round cake tier. You will need to email me to get dimensions of cars, 4WD's, boats & planes as some are quite large & may not fit on your intended cake.

What are the cake toppers made of?

They are from non-toxic Polymer Clay.

How long is the shelf life on Cake Toppers?

The cake topper will be posted to you in a food safe bag. If left in the bag and unopened the topper will last for 7 days. Once opened and adhered to your cake the topper should be consumed within 3 days.

What are the cake toppers made from?

They are made from polymer clay and once baked they turn into a hard plastic material and will last many years.

Which ones are your cake toppers?

Neither. We are not having cake toppers. Those were just images that worked for the post on wedding clothing. All of the other pictures in the blog were taken by Bridget. Except the pictures of Bridget and Ed, which were taken by Kristina with Bridget’s camera.

What are some options for cake toppers?

Topper options to use can be traditional or custom bride and groom ornament, flowers, bows, monograms, or cake jewelry. Please let me know which you choose, as this will effect the cake. If a cake topper other than bows or flowers are used, it is the responsibility of the bride/groom to get it to the reception before the cake is set up, or get it to me a few weeks before the wedding.
Topper options to use are a traditional or custom bride and groom ornament, flowers, bows, monograms , or cake jewelry . Please let me know which you choose, as this will effect the cake. If a cake topper other than bows or flowers are used, it is the responsibility of the bride/groom to get it to the reception before the cake is set up, or get it to me one month before the wedding.

How heavy are the cake toppers?

The weight varys greatly depending whether its a car, a boat or just a couple. They start at around 200 grams & go up in weight depending on how full the brides dress is ect. If you need to know how much your topper will weigh I can give you an approximate estimate if you let me know what it is you are interested in.

What are your cake toppers made from?

I make my cake toppers using an Australian made polymer clay that is baked and individually hand painted.

How long will my cake toppers last?

If the cake topper is looked after properly and not dropped or broken, they should last a life time.

Any advice on ornaments & cake toppers?

When picking an ornament for your cake, consider the weight. Icing and cake are soft so very heavy ornaments must have some extra support in the cake. If you do select a heavy ornament and it should fall from the top, it can do damage to tiers as gravity pulls it downward. Most importantly, let your cake decorator know what you have selected as a cake topper to make sure there are no problems. ...

Do you just make wedding cake toppers?

I am happy to make toppers for any occasion – including birthdays, anniversaries and christenings.

Q What are the cake toppers made out of?

A Clay which is cured at a slow heat setting in the oven and baked hard making your gorgeous lil creations last a lifetime and more!

How long does it take for a set of cake toppers to be made?

An average custom made couple takes me approx 25 hours to make. Planes, cars & boats take me a full week to complete.

Do you have cake toppers and cake knives?

We have a variety of places we order from. Catalogs are available to view.

Do you provide figurine cake toppers and decorative serving sets?

TOP No. We suggest that you visit PartyCraft on International Airport Road between Artic and C St for all of your decoration needs. Your venue may have decorative serving sets for your use.

Where can I find Marine Corps cake toppers?

USMC Hangout's Founder used Laura's Wedding Cakes & Military Cake Toppers for both the cake topper and edible image used on the grooms cake.

Do you supply commercial cake toppers or cake jewelry?

No, we do not have a retail store that stocks or sells such items. We do make hand sculpted cake toppers from sugar dough, and hand crafted cake jewelry with wired crystals and beads. If a client wants commercially procured items, it is their responsiblity to procure the items, and to supply those items to us no later than 30 days prior to the event. ...

Do you have an online store I can order my cake toppers through?

As of the moment, I do not have an online store, and as such all orders must be placed by fax or email (preferred). Delivery

Do you supply cake toppers? If I have my cake topper, do I bring it to you?

Yes, we will have them viewable online soon. We also have a book of cake toppers for you to view at your request. If you have your own topper that you have already purchased please bring it to us at least 2 weeks prior to event.

Q What turn around time is required and when will my cake toppers be shipped?

A Cake Toppers are sent out anywhere between 2- 8 weeks prior to your wedding date. This will largely depend upon my schedule. The turn around time also varies which is schedule dependent. Anywhere from 2 - 12 weeks to make. It's best to enquire before hand when you have submitted your Order Enquiry and always best to leave more time than less if you are interested in placing an order. Q I'm interested in a Cake Topper - can you hold a place for me. A Unfortunately No. ...

• Do you carry any wedding cake toppers?

Yes. We carry several brands and styles ranging from under $30 to $150. Altogether, we usually carry 180 toppers on our shelves. Please stop in and take a look.
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