I decided to use Talia's Tangled Barbie Doll because it would look more like the actual character. Also, we had a little situation with her poor doll- Katrina pulled a Flynn Ryder & cut its hair short. So, I figured that if I somehow ruined the doll, it wouldn't be the end of the world. (Talia's great grandma had just bought her a new Tangled Barbie to replace the one Katrina attacked ;)
Since Barbie dolls are too tall for the cake pan, I made a round cake as well. Here's how I constructed it:
The day before I decorated the cake, I made marshmallow fondant. It was the first time I made it & I was happy with the outcome!
After the skirt's fondant was in place, I made an X shaped cut in the waist and put the Barbie back in her hole.
After a long time of bending over the table, designing & decorating, I came out with a very sore back, this lovely specimen, and a pledge to never make another one ;)
I was very happy with it, but it sure did take a lot of effort ;) The purple parts are made with marshmallow fondant & the other colours are all buttercream frosting. I used a grass tip to make the braid. Next time I use fondant, maybe I'll master getting it smooth- I was a little scared of the fondant this time and didn't want to play with it too much, so I just hid the 'messy' parts at the back of the dress.
More from the Tangled Party Here.
I have made that "never again" pledge oh so many times - but will be breaking it again within the week :) Darling cake!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean- the same week as the party, we had a cake auction at church and I actually considered making another barbie cake, only a few days later!!! (crazy!!!!) Thankfully, I decided against it because I made a much easier cake & it went for over $100!!! (So glad for that choice)... but it's true... there is a chance that I will make another barbie cake one day.. I admit it.
DeleteI have made that "never again" pledge when it comes to cakes oh so many times - but will be breaking it again within the week :) Darling cake!
ReplyDeleteYou did a wonderful job with the cake. What a special treat for the birthday girl.
ReplyDeleteThank you Beth!! This is a real compliment coming from you!! :)
DeleteThis is super cute! I did a 3 tier Cake and used yellow braided fondant To wrap down it! I hope my daughter doesn't mind getting fun cakes when she's 50! Ha!
ReplyDeleteOh, that's a great idea, to braid the fondant!! You don't have a picture do you? I'd love to see it!
DeleteThis cake turned out absolutely fabulous! Great work.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jodi! :)
DeleteThis is wonderful! I love how you made the icing hair!
ReplyDeleteThanks Michelle! :) I was really happy with how it turned out! An earlier commenter mentioned braiding fondant which also sounds like a good idea- & less likely to get "stuck" with a mistake, if you make one!
DeleteWow, you did an excellent job! I have always wanted to make one! I bet that made some pretty little girl happy! It would make anyone smile! Looks delicious too! Thanks, Julie (the letter 4's mom)
ReplyDeleteThanks Julie, & how fun to hear from you! :) I love the letter 4 blog :)
DeleteThis is so awesome! My daughter's having a tangled party next week, I will be trying to recreate this! Thanks for the how to as well.
ReplyDeleteAw, if you post about it, please let me know! I'd love to see! :)
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ReplyDeleteMy girls ADORE Tangled, they would love it. I think you did a fantastic job! You nailed that purple color too!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kim! :)
DeleteWow, that is incredible! My daughter would just die over that cake. I would love it if you would come link this up at my Pinworthy Projects Link Party.
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute, you did an amazing job!!
ReplyDeleteShannon@SewSweetCottage
This turned out so cute! I still need to try to make a fondant. Thanks for linking up to What I Learned Wednesday! I hope you'll come again soon!
ReplyDeleteOh wow! Beautiful cake! I wish I could decorate cakes like that!
ReplyDeleteNavy Wifey Peters @ Submarine Sunday Link Party
What a pretty cake.
ReplyDeleteI have never seen a cake like this one it is so amazing and pretty.
ReplyDeleteheather hgtempaddy@hotmail.com
Although my niece is in love with Frozen, she is still a very huge fan of Tangled. I've lost count of how many times we've watched it. This is a Beautiful "Tangled" Cake.
ReplyDeleteOh my this cake is beautiful,she must have been so excited.....you have a real talent girlfriend
ReplyDeleteWow!! Great gob!! Love the braided hair :)
ReplyDeleteNicely done, my granddaughters would love this
ReplyDeleteThat looks awesome! What a great job you did
ReplyDeleteThis is amazing. I've never seen a cake done like this...Very creative
ReplyDeletethats very good! so talented!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to make this cake for a certain little princess in my life! She would love it!
ReplyDeleteI have made this cake a long time ago and its still remembered today. Although i did not use a round cake bottom it turned out perfect. Loved reading through your blog Heather i found it very creative. Look forward to the next one. Happy Easter
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