Monkey — Tutorial + Templates

This cheeky little monkey cake topper brings a playful, light-hearted feel to a cake. With his rounded face, gentle smile, and sweet look, he has a friendly personality that’s easy to love and enjoyable to work with.

The tutorial shows how the monkey is shaped piece by piece, keeping the process clear and approachable throughout. Printable templates are included to help with sizes and shapes, making it easier to keep proportions right while also speeding things up as you go.

It’s a great choice for jungle-themed cakes, children’s birthdays, or any design where a bit of character and playfulness feels just right.

You will learn how to:

• create a sweet monkey topper with simple shapes and a smooth, refined look

• build the face so the features look neat and well-defined

• shape and attach the ears, arms, legs, and tail so they hold their form and stay in place

• add the small details and gentle shading that bring the character to life

• assemble everything so it holds its shape and sits securely on the cake