Cheap Wedding Cake Ideas

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Did you use up your entire wedding budget on your gown?

Or are you trying to find places where you can trim a few dollars off the overall cost of your wedding?

There are many ways you can cut down on costs in every area of your wedding planning. Your cake is one area where you can still have stellar results – without spending a fortune.

Do It Yourself

You can bake your own wedding cake – but be sure to do a few trial runs before if you’re not used to baking wedding cakes. It’s a good idea to buy a few package mixes, bake the easy cakes, and practice frosting them. Play around with different styles and effects. If you have a friend, family member, or neighbor who is familiar with wedding cakes, ask for help! You can use fresh fruit, edible flowers, or nuts to create a stunning cake. Check local college course listings for a cake decorating class – and convince your fiancé (or bridesmaid) to take the course with you!

Visit the Local Baker

Consider visiting a bake shop that doesn’t necessarily cater to only brides. They will likely have more reasonable prices than a fancy wedding cake shop. Check out local grocery stores as well, who can likely create beautiful, tasty cakes – at a lower price! Another option is to find someone who bakes cakes “on the side.” You may be able to get a magnificent cake at a reasonable price – and the baker will probably give you lots of special attention! Word of mouth is a great way to find a reputable baker, or check local bridal guides.

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Serve a Sheet

One surefire way to save money is to serve your guests a simple sheet cake. You can have another cake for show – a simple, small topper will do just fine, or even a “faux cake” which generally consists of a false tier, which is a fully decorated layer, but instead of cake under that frosting, it’s just a box filler. Your guests probably won’t even notice that their slice didn’t come from the actual cake. This also makes it very easy to cut and serve, resulting in your guests getting to taste your delectable dessert without a long wait.

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Cupcakes

The consensus is, that cupcakes turn out to be less expensive than a full on wedding cake. You can still have the grandiose effect of a large tiered cake by presenting your cupcakes beautifully on a tiered stand. Consider serving a variety of sizes and colors, and decorate each cupcake in a way that matches your theme.

Simple & Gorgeous

You can save a bundle by serving a simple wedding cake! A simple cake is classic, beautiful, and traditional. Forgo the ornate designs, the trendy embellishments, and the fancy touches – all you need is a simple cake! Order the most basic cake you can, in a classic flavor. If you wish, you can add some of your own personal touches to the cake once it arrives at the reception. Scatter some fresh orchids or sliced strawberries on top and you’re all set to go!

No matter how much you spend on your cake, be sure to add your own personal touch to make it truly your own. Remember that a cake is just as much about tradition as it is about taste and design. Find a happy medium between these tree elements, and enjoy your cake while it lasts – because no matter how much a cake costs, it has a funny way of disappearing rather quickly!

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