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Friday, June 20, 2008

Introducing the Cupcake Crew and a Cupcake Tutorial

I'm so happy we have such a great bunch of people in the cupcake and tea swap (I hope I haven't forgotten anyone!) ...
And now, as requested, a little Cupcake Tutorial:
What you need:
1 x 5 ½” circle of felt
1 x 6 ½” circle of soft white cotton or flannel or something similar
some beads and or other decorations
cotton and needle for sewing
Small amount of polyfil or alternative stuffing
Optional:
Some pretty cotton material (a bright small print is better)
Fabric glue – I like Aleene’s Original Tacky glue
  1. If you have chosen to use a cotton fabric print as the outside of your cupcake case - glue your circles of felt to the pretty cotton material – remember to use enough glue and make sure you spread the glue right to the edge of the felt. Put to the side to dry a little (don’t let it dry too long as this might make the felt too stiff to work with).
  2. Sew a loose stitch along the outside of your 6 1/2 “ circle of cotton or flannel (I actually used some material I still had left over from the fake pashmina from Hong Kong.) Pull your thread to gather the edges of the circle ...... then stuff and sew shut. If you want to add a cherry to the top of your cupcake do this now – I tied a messy knot using red yarn.
  3. Once your glue is dry-ish cut out your felt circle OR you can use a brightly colored plain felt. Mark on the inside of the circle about ½ inch down a dot 16 times. Run a stitch through each dot.
  4. Pull your thread gathering the felt circle – do this slowly and encourage the felt to fold as you go.
  5. Pop your stuffed circle inside your wavy cupcake case and tie off the cupcake case thread. Adjust the cupcake case to make the folds even. I found that the end of a knitting needle was helpful here – but a chopstick or something similar would also work.
  6. Secure your cupcake to the cupcake cup using small stitches on the inside of the cupcake case.
  7. Now all there is left to do is decorate your cupcake with a selection of sparkles or anything you fancy. You might also want to run a thread from the top to the bottom to make sure your cake does not bulge too much ...… but the decoration and tweaking is all personal taste.
Now I have to go and make my cupcake themed goodie for the swap ... and no more talk of cupcakes for a while (unless I eat one and it is so good I have to share the sugary news with you!)
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38 comments:

  1. OzRoseJune 20, 2008 at 9:40 AM

    Hi Rachael, still cant email you back via the normal email channels :( I would like to be included in the cupcake swap thanks. I will speak to a friend on the weekend to see whats up with emailing you.
    Thanks
    Valerie

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  2. driftwoodJune 20, 2008 at 10:53 AM

    cute tutorial thankyou!
    wow, how long did it take to make that list of links! - very impressive!

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  3. LizzieJaneJune 20, 2008 at 11:18 AM

    Oh my goodness I am speechless over how many have entered the cupcake swap, that's terrific.
    I love your cupcake tutorial, thanks for sharing.
    Hugs
    Kathy
    x

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  4. JanainaJune 20, 2008 at 12:02 PM

    Cant believe how easy you make it looks! And the final result is just stunning! Very well done! Both thumbs up for ya!=D

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  5. MadiJune 20, 2008 at 1:17 PM

    Wonderful!! thanks

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  6. KittyJune 20, 2008 at 2:53 PM

    They are fabulous Rachael! I'm so glad I requested a tutorial - consider it bookmarked, and I shall have a go at some point. Thank you!

    Looking forward to seeing all the lovely cupcakey stuff that will result from your swap!

    x

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  7. Lucykate Crafts...June 20, 2008 at 4:45 PM

    what pretty little cakes, thank you for sharing, lovely idea : )

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  8. AnonymousJune 20, 2008 at 4:50 PM

    great tutorial, i think at the minute i have to many things on the go to do 'cupcake' any justice - maybe next time
    have a lovely weekend
    lisa x

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  9. A Spoonful Of SugarJune 20, 2008 at 6:34 PM

    Thanks for the Tutorial Rachael! Those cupcakes look good enough to eat.

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  10. AnonymousJune 21, 2008 at 12:50 AM

    Absolutely adorable Rachael! I can't wait to get my swap pal and read everyone's blogs.

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  11. Cathy {tinniegirl}June 21, 2008 at 5:09 AM

    I'm so excited about the swap. I've been designing away in my head all day. Time to start some sketching and planning I think. Thanks for organising it and the tutorial too.

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  12. DyanJune 22, 2008 at 12:54 AM

    Great list of swappers for the cupcake swap Rachel and the cupcakes are cute. I think I'll try the tutorial tomorrow.
    Dy

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  13. AnonymousJune 22, 2008 at 1:12 AM

    What cute cupcakes you made. And the swap sounds fun. If only I had stopped by a couple days sooner.

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  14. AnonymousJune 23, 2008 at 5:34 AM

    Fantastic tutorial there little bunny one! You have a fantastic line up for your swap. Hope everyone has a great time with it! Jen

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  15. JaneJune 23, 2008 at 10:33 AM

    Hi Rachel, Thank you for leaving me a comment. I found the knitting pattern central quite by accident and i have found several patterns there. There is also a sister site called crochet pattern central, which again i have found patterns there that i'd like to use. I like your cupcake tutorial might try making one in the summer holidays.
    Jane

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  16. KimJune 23, 2008 at 1:15 PM

    Oh my!! Those are darling! ANything cupcake catches my eye but these are REALLY cute!!
    I might give it a try even though I dont sew:)!

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  17. Sandra :)June 23, 2008 at 3:22 PM

    Utterly adorable - thanks for such a great tutorial!

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  18. Liz in KansasJune 23, 2008 at 7:41 PM

    Those cupcakes look really yummy! I found your blog through the Craft Magazine site. Thank you for posting a tutorial - I will definitely be making some 0 calorie cupcakes soon!

    P.S. If you get this comment twice, just delete one. Blogger is not my friend today!

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  19. Ally JayJune 24, 2008 at 3:47 AM

    Yippee a tutorial. A very well written tutorial that even someone who is sewing machine challenged can follow. I promise my swap partner I will not sew your cupcake but I can't wait to have a try. May be this is my hidden talent.

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  20. RhiannonJune 24, 2008 at 7:42 AM

    Thanks so much for posting this tutorial. I've been wanting to do something similar for my singing teacher for ages, but just haven't been able to figure out how!

    Have fun with the cupcake swap, it sounds inspired!

    Rhiannon :)

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  21. LouiseJune 24, 2008 at 10:14 AM

    I hope all you girls enjoy your cupcake swap. It is really generous of you Rachael to share your cupcake tutorial with all of us. Maybe there is still hope for me yet! x

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  22. Hello Pineapples!June 24, 2008 at 4:34 PM

    Great tutorial! I may have to whip up one of those next time I have a birthday party to attend. And I love your idea of a cupcake and tea swap. Sounds like fun.

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  23. SherryJune 24, 2008 at 4:42 PM

    Oh, Thanks for the tutorial!! I've been wondering how you made those cupcake cups. They are so cute!! I love them!! Can't wait to get started on mine!!

    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  24. RGJune 24, 2008 at 10:47 PM

    Gorgeous Rachael :c)
    Thanks for the 'food for thought'
    tee hee

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  25. PaisleyJadeJuly 7, 2008 at 4:14 AM

    Thank you so much for posting this!! I just attempted my first one the other day (on my blog) but would love to try this!

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  26. bunziAugust 20, 2008 at 8:34 PM

    i love it! must try to make one. :D

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  27. LiErNovember 24, 2008 at 10:20 PM

    My first time visiting - came over from SMS. Those are adorable cupcakes! So cute! Argh! I must make one! I will put it on my project list. Thanks for the great tutorial!

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  28. If Wishes Had Wings...November 24, 2008 at 10:47 PM

    These are really cute. Thanks for the tutorial!!

    Laurie

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  29. AnonymousDecember 30, 2008 at 7:28 PM

    Wonderful!! thanks

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  30. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    I would like to be included in the cupcake swap, your cupcakes are really lovely,

    hugs

    Kristina

    PS can you please email me with details how I can join in the cupcake swap. kristinahowells@msn.com

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  31. Vintage Girl/MarivelAugust 7, 2009 at 8:07 PM

    I love it.
    you are great!!
    thanks

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  32. Emily {Frilly Details}January 31, 2010 at 12:17 PM

    So so so cute!!!!!!

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  33. Dani-Ateliê Mil PedrasJune 18, 2010 at 9:17 PM

    Hi, I found this tutorial at bananacraft.com, and I loved it!
    I started doing felt goodies and I don't have pratice and also love cupcakes!
    This tutorial is perfect! So easy to undestand! Thank you for share!
    Kisses, Dani.

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  34. shannaAugust 24, 2010 at 10:14 PM

    Love your cupcakes!
    I have enjoyed your site, swing by and visit me @ http://www.mommiesandbeyond.com

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  35. AnonymousOctober 3, 2010 at 2:25 PM

    Wow, they are so cute! I'm thinking about doing cupcakes like these for my friend's birthday, since she's on a diet and doesn't eat sweets :)

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  36. AmandaDecember 6, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Simply adorable! We made a bakery basket full of sweets for a toddler and I posted about it. I used your tutorial as an inspiration for my cupcakes, and am posting a link to this page. http://theeducatorsspinonit.blogspot.com/2011/12/diy-handmade-gifts-for-toddlers-are-as.html

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  37. Kreasi FlanelJanuary 25, 2012 at 12:41 AM

    Wow, this is some nice tutorial, step by step that made this cupcake easy to follow. Thank's again for this tutorial

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  38. cheekybabyMay 22, 2012 at 6:37 AM

    Thanks for your useful info,it will surely help me to increase blog readers.
    Handmade gifts for newborns

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