This was my first topsy-turvy; it was actually my first attempt at any stacked cake:) I used the Melvira method to smooth out the buttercream - the top layer clearly wouldn't crust, so I couldn't smooth it! The cutouts are all fondant. I made this for a friend's birthday, and she's allergic to red 40 dye which made the color choosing process pretty limited, but I think it turned out alright. Thanks to everyone who offered me advice in taking this one on!