DIY Graduation Cake & Cupcake Toppers with Cricut | Class of 2025 Party Decor Tutorial
Got a graduation party coming up? Whether it’s your kid, grandkid, niece, or neighbor crossing the stage, I’ve got a fun and easy Cricut project that’ll make your dessert table look like you hired a professional. We’re talking custom Class of 2025 cake and cupcake toppers using only cardstock, a little glue, and your favorite cutting machine.
So grab your coffee (or your Diet Coke—no judgment here), and let’s craft these together!
What You’ll Need
Before we jump into Design Space, here’s what I used:
- Cricut machine (Maker or Explore)
- Black, gold, and white cardstock (or whatever matches your grad’s school colors)
- Cricut Standard Grip mat
- Liquid Adhesive
- Foam tape for layering (adds a little pop!)
- Toothpicks for cupcake toppers
- A cake stick for the cake topper
Design Space Setup: No Fancy Uploads Needed
All the designs used in this project are right inside Cricut Design Space—so no uploading SVGs or getting lost in download folders (we’ve all been there).
Here’s what to search for:
- Graduation
Once you have everything on your canvas, size the cake topper to about 6.5 inches wide. For cupcake toppers, aim for 2 to 2.5 inches each.
Tip: Don’t forget to duplicate your cupcake designs so you’ve got one for every treat!
Cutting & Assembly: AKA the Fun Part
After you hit “Make It,” cut your layers by color. Use different mats or reuse the same one—whatever works for you. I like to keep my layers organized in stacks so I don’t accidentally glue a tassel to a diploma (true story).
Now for assembly:
- Glue the layers together with a little adhesive or foam dots.
- Attach toothpicks to the back of your cupcake toppers.
- Pop a cake stick on the back of your cake topper and let it all dry.
Ta-da! You’ve got party-ready toppers that’ll wow the crowd and look amazing in photos.
Watch the Full Tutorial
Want to craft along with me and see each step in action? Watch the full video here:
Graduation Cake & Cupcake Toppers Tutorial | Cricut Design Space | Class of 2025
Wrap-Up: You Did It, Grad Style!
See? Easy, fun, and totally customizable. These DIY toppers are perfect for 2025 grad parties—and way cheaper (and cuter) than store-bought ones.
Want me to make the toppers for you? You can find these toppers and others at K Peck’s Party Cafe.
Tried this project? Let me know in the comments or tag me on socials—I LOVE seeing your creation
Match your grad’s school colors or party theme. Whether you’re crafting for family or selling them in your shop, they’re a great way to add that personal touch to any celebration.
Have fun with these!!!
Happy Crafting!
Kathy
