Let’s get honest for a second—how many of us have a husband who disappears into the bathroom for a suspiciously long “me time,” phone in hand? If you’re nodding along, you’re definitely not alone!
Recently, I got one of my favorite cake topper requests ever. A client messaged me with a hilarious idea: could I sculpt her husband, pants down, sitting on the toilet and totally engrossed in his mobile phone? She wanted every detail to match—from his hairstyle and favorite shirt to the very pants he’d be wearing in this classic scene.
I couldn’t stop laughing at the request, especially because my own husband, Benedick, does exactly the same thing! I jumped at the chance to make this quirky piece and had so much fun capturing all the little details.
When I sent the finished topper to my client, her reaction was as priceless as the topper itself:
“Hahaha that looks really good.”
But the fun didn’t stop there. When I posted a photo of the topper on Facebook, the comments rolled in—turns out, this is a universal “husband habit.” Wives everywhere were tagging each other, sharing stories, and laughing about how relatable the scene was.
I absolutely love creating these funny, real-life toppers. Over the years, I’ve brought all kinds of everyday moments to life in clay—first dates in the library, epic gaming sessions, science experiments, family bike rides, and even tea parties with the dogs. These little sculptures aren’t just decorations; they’re snapshots of real life, full of personality and laughter.
Ready to turn your own funny story or everyday moment into a cake topper?
I’d love to help you bring your unique idea to life!
Contact me today at claymate@manelyn.com.au or through my website to get started on your own real-life, personalized topper.
Check out the topper that started all the laughs: