Cut tops off cakes to make them flat.
Spread the simple syrup on the tops of the cakes (this really helps maintain the moistness of the cakes and is worth the extra step).
Place small dollop of frosting on cake board/plate to hold the cake in place.
Place first cake layer on cake board/plate.
Spread on a layer of buttercream all the way to the edges.
Repeat with the remaining 3 cake layers.
Crumb coat the cake and refrigerate at least 45 minutes.
Apply final coat of buttercream around the sides and top of the cake.
With buttercream still soft apply the sprinkles around the bottom pressing gently so they stick.
You may have to manually apply the larger sprinkles if you want them to be arranged a certain way.
Pipe swirls around the top and gently push the lollipops down into the center of the swirl so the stick doesn't show.
Sprinkle top with additional sprinkles, as desired.