# Faux Birthday Cake Toys The Disney Family Fun Toddler Set is a Fun Do-it-Yourself Project By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-08-15 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-family-fun-toddler-cake References: [familyfun.go](http://familyfun.go.com/crafts/crafts-by-age/toddler-crafts/build-a-cake-play-set-923565/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/FamilyFun) The [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-castle) Family Fun toddler cake set is a fun do-it-yourself project that is very affordable. Children often like to play with their food, which in reality is not ideal, hence why toys are a great alternative, allowing them to explore their imagination without the mess. Children often get bored of their toys quite quickly and are always looking for new playthings, which is why this [faux birthday cake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smash-cake) is so ideal. This project can be put together with a few simple materials from a discount store, and they include round cardboard boxes, colorful felt and tacky glue. You can create as many layers of cakes as you please, and can even make some felt candles. The Disney Family Fun cake set is an inexpensive project and would even make for a [great gift idea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-helper-play-kit). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Toddler Toys:** Creating do-it-yourself toys for toddlers provides a creative and affordable alternative to constantly buying new toys. - **Mess-free Food Play:** Faux food toys, like the faux birthday cake, allow children to explore their imagination without the mess and hassle of real food. - **Affordable Gift Ideas:** Inexpensive DIY projects, such as the Disney Family Fun cake set, offer unique and affordable gift options for children. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Craft Supplies:** Craft stores can capitalize on the trend of DIY toddler toys by offering a wide range of materials and tools for parents to create their own toys. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy companies can explore the production of faux food toys, like faux birthday cakes, to cater to the demand for mess-free and creative play options. - **Online Marketplaces:** Online platforms that specialize in affordable and unique gift ideas, such as the Disney Family Fun cake set, can attract customers looking for budget-friendly present options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Treat-Themed Crafting Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-sweets.md) - [Dog Birthday Cake Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-birthday-cake-toy.md) - [Children Storytelling Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-traveler-pretend-play.md) - [Holiday-Scented Sensory Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-holiday-box.md) - [Cool-Touch Kid-Friendly Ovens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yumyum-real-baking-oven.md) - [Camp-Inspired Children’s Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lets-explore-outdoor-cooking-play-set.md) - [Giftable Cake Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cake-puzzle.md) - [Colorful Kid's Toy Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretend-play-toys.md) - [DIY Colourful Dough Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dough-project.md)