If you want to add some height or depth to your cakes without breaking the bank, then why not use some of these handy tips and tricks.
1 Try using separators, hanging jewels or glass inserts to create elaborate designs and give you that much-needed height.
2 Add inexpensive cake toppers such as Mr & Mrs, Happy Birthday or make your own design to give the cake some much-needed flair.
3 Use dummy tiers.
4 Using varying heights of cake stands and decorations to display your cupcakes/cakes can also add a grand feeling to it.
5 Add a backboard or backdrop to the back of your cake, creating a scene. It will add definition to your cake and make the overall size of the cake appear bigger and more dramatic.
1 Try using separators, hanging jewels or glass inserts to create elaborate designs and give you that much-needed height.
2 Add inexpensive cake toppers such as Mr & Mrs, Happy Birthday or make your own design to give the cake some much-needed flair.
3 Use dummy tiers.
- This is because you can have them decorated the same as the rest of your cake, and they don't cost the earth.
- They add additional height and wow factor to your cake, giving you the overall effect you are looking for.
- You can have a large cake for a small gathering, and you won't have any cake wastage.
- They're a lot cheaper on your bank balance.
- They give you the illusion of height and grandeur but with less cake.
4 Using varying heights of cake stands and decorations to display your cupcakes/cakes can also add a grand feeling to it.
5 Add a backboard or backdrop to the back of your cake, creating a scene. It will add definition to your cake and make the overall size of the cake appear bigger and more dramatic.
And there you have it, five different ways of making your cakes look even more magnificent than they already do!
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