Custom cakes can be a great focal point for a kids birthday party theme and a welcome surprise for a child who is particularly fascinated by a character.

From The Very Hungry Caterpillar to Hello Kitty to Charlie & Lola favorite characters mark a passage in time and special memory.

A few inspirations from popular characters for age 1 to 8 girls and boys...

Cat In The Hat Birthday Cake: andeverythingsweet.blogspot.com

Olivia Birthday Cake: kidz-cake.blogspot.com

Hello Kitty: lzills.blogspot.com

Tinker Bell Birthday Cake; magicalkingdoms.com

Charlie & Lola: tabletopsfortotsblog.com

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Birthday Cake

Happy Feet Birthday Cake: Olanos.blogspot.com

Muppet Cupcakes: cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com

Mario Birthday Cake: blissfullysweetcakes.blogspot.com

Lego Birthday Cake: sugarandspicesweets.blogspot.com