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Balloon toppers bring charm, dimension, and personality to any cake. In two creative Instagram collaborations, @thepinkchefcoat and @sugarcoated.delights showcase how to craft both heart-shaped and number-shaped fondant balloon toppers using Tastycrafts Sugar Paste (fondant). These whimsical, lightweight decorations are perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or special celebrations.
What You’ll Need
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Tastycrafts Sugar Paste (Fondant) – smooth, pliable, and easy to shape
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Tastycrafts Tylose Powder (optional) – adds structure for toppers that stand upright
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Tastycrafts Edible Glue – ensures firm adhesion to the cake or wire supports
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Thin Wires or Toothpicks – for inserting toppers securely into the cake
Step-by-Step Guide
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Shape the Toppers:
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Heart Balloon: Roll fondant into desired thickness, then cut or sculpt a heart shape with defined balloon curves.
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Number Balloon: Use number cutters or hand-cut the fondant into balloons shaped like “2,” “5,” “0,” or any celebratory digit.
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Add Structure (Optional): Mix in a bit of Tylose Powder to the fondant for extra firmness especially handy for tall or thin number shapes.
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Attach Support: Gently embed a thin wire or toothpick into the base of each topper, using Edible Glue if needed to ensure a stable hold.
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Optional Finish: Create a smooth surface by lightly brushing with a clean paintbrush or fingertips. For a festive twist, consider adding a shimmer with Tastycrafts Luster Dust in metallic hues.
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Set and Place: Let the ribbons rest and firm slightly then gently insert each topper into your cake’s top or side as whimsical accents.
Why This Works
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Fondant Flexibility: Molds easily into fun shapes hearts, numbers, and more.
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Tylose Enhancement: Keeps toppers upright without sagging.
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Edible Glue Stability: Holds everything in place for display.
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Lightweight & Airy: Fun and cute without damaging the cake structure.
Creative Variations
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Color Themed: Match toppers to cake design pastel hearts for baby showers, bold numbers for milestone birthdays.
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Painted Details: Add stripes, dots, or ombre effects using edible food colour or luster dust.
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Mini Sets: Combine toppers like star, heart and number toppers for personalized messages or couple celebrations.
Shop Your Toolkit
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Tastycrafts - Sugar Paste (Fondant)
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Tastycrafts - Tylose Powder (optional)
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Tastycrafts - Edible Glue
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Tastycrafts - Luster Dust
