Repurposing SVGs for a Layered Cake Topper (Llama Cake Topper)
What you'll learn
Let's get crafty and create a unique Llama cake topper in this class full of content! Ella, from The Craftaholic Studio, will explain the best materials and tools to create this project and show you how to repurpose SVG files by modifying designs, changing colors, adding different elements, and creating layers in Design Space. She will also explain step-by-step how to assemble the elements, shape the paper flowers, and put everything together, giving extra tips and tricks for a professional finish. If you have a Cricut machine, enroll now to learn how to make the most out of Design Space for paper crafting!
Materials and tools used in this class
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Textured cardstock (210 gsm)
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Metallic and holographic cardstock (250 gsm)
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Glitter cardstock (250 gsm)
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Matte photo paper
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Paper straw
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Clear acrylic sticks
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EVA foam
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Metal balling tool
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Reverse tweezers
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Straight tweezers
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A3 cutting mat
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Mini cutting mat
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Hot glue gun and glue sticks
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Tacky crafty glue
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Bottle with needle tip
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Foam tape
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Assorted glitter
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Craft knife
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Reviews
Very helpful and clear! Thank you for the foam tape tip! It's going to make my crafting sooo much easier.
Thank you for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you found the video class helpful, and that the foam tape tip is going to simplify your crafting experience. Crafting can be so much fun, and it's always great to discover new techniques and tools that enhance the creative process. If you ever have more questions or need more crafting tips, don't hesitate to reach out. Happy crafting, and best of luck with your projects! 🥰
This class was easy to follow I c.an't wait to make one. the foam tape tip was the best thing ever
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This class has 9 sessions (26m)
Check out everything you will learn from this class and meet Ella, from the Craftaholic Studio, your craft teacher who is going to guide you through every single lesson and explain all tips and tricks to create this cute cake topper.
Take a look at the ideal materials you will need to make this project, as well as some essential and optional tools that will make the assembly easier.
IncludedIt's time to get creative and design the cake topper. In this lesson, you will learn how to repurpose SVG files, modify their colors and elements, and create printed illustrations.
Learn how to layer each element that we are using in this project.
Let's make the flowers bloom! In this lesson, you will learn the techniques to shape and assemble them to give extra charm to your cake topper.
You will learn to place and layer all elements together to finish your masterpiece. In this lesson, you'll also find tips to glue the stick, straw, or skewer straight on the back of it.
Get inspired by this cake topper's final look and find out how you can publish your own version and have more paper craft classes and tips.
Learn the best way to cut foam tape pieces to use in your papercraft projects.
Not sure what size to make the topper? That will be a piece of cake after watching this bonus lesson!

Ella Veloso
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Hey, I’m Ella. I’m a Designer and a true Craftaholic! :) I’ve been working with paper crafting for over a decade and I absolutely love designing cake toppers and sharing tips and tricks about them with the world.