The wedding cake is a showcase. Most brides would like the cake to be spectacular. But wedding cakes can be very costly. And rightfully so - it takes a master to build the intricate and lovely designs of the wedding cake.
If you are on a strict budget, however, you can save money and still have a spectacular showcase. Here are some cost-cutting tips to purchasing your wedding cake that might solve your wedding budget dilemma.
One elaborate cake and one slab cake:
Something that is equally as nice as a large wedding cake is to prepare a smaller elaborate cake that will be at the center of the table to showcase and then in your wedding colors, purchase a lovely slab cake or beautiful, square wedding cake to serve the guests.
Two smaller cakes together:
If someone in the family is experienced at cake decorating, then purchase two smaller exquisite cake and meld them together to make one. Use your own icing to seam the two together.
Different cakes entirely:
With it being common today for the bride and groom to come from different cultures, it may be nicer to have two different wedding cakes from around the world. This way each family can enjoy their tradition and share it with others.
Also, many people have diet specific requirements and more than one smaller cake would allow everyone to enjoy the festivities.
Wedding cup cakes:
Little mini cakes or cup cakes are great instead of the huge wedding cake. They can be decorated quite nicely and allow everyone to have just the amount they wish.
Wedding Cookies:
Wedding Cookies can be decorated with the bride’s and groom’s names or initials and given as nice little favor bags to remember the special occasion.
Have a friend or family member prepare the cake:
If you know someone who enjoys baking and icing cakes, ask if he or she will prepare the wedding cake for you. But make sure the person truly wants to do the task.
Dessert bar or table:
A dessert table can be just as spectacular as the wedding cake itself. In chosing this way to serve something special, everyone gets to choose exactly what they wish. Also, they can try different things to make it that much more special.
Use the Groom’s Cake as a Second Cake:
Since the tradition of the groom’s cake is not as strict anymore, many times a couple will use the groom’s cake as a second cake at the wedding reception.
Remember that nothing is cut in stone. Your wedding day is a personal day for you and your groom. There is no need to get stressed out about spending a fortune on everything. Your day can be just as lovely and can produce long lasting memories even on a small budget.
For your convenience, this cake cutting guide may be helpful.
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Jessie
That\’s pretty cute. Honestly, one of my favorite gifts was also our crockpot! I used it at least