Theme and/or Colors
If your party has a specific theme or colors you will most likely want to incorporate them into the cake design. If you have chosen colors and have reference swatches available I will work to get you as close a match as possible.
Flavors & Fillings
There are a wide range of cake and filling combinations for you to choose from and you will want to consider the occasion, your guests and the party venue when making your choice. Most cake flavors will combine with most fillings for a great cake and if you have any doubts I am happy to help you choose a flavor combination that will work well together.
Indoor or Outdoor Venue
Many cake and filling combinations require refrigeration so it is important to consider your venue when making your choice. If your event is taking place outdoors I can help you decide which combinations will work best. You may also want to consider that some events, like an outdoor picnic or kids pool party, might lend themselves to cupcakes if cutting and serving areas are limited.
Number of Guests
The number of guests will determine the size of your cake. While you will want to consider the entire menu for your event and how many guests will want cake, it is better to have too much cake and let the guests take some home than to have some attendees missing out on the treat.
Formal or Casual
While you can choose a simple or elaborate cake design for any occassion classifying the event as formal or casual may help in determining both the flavor/filling combination as well as the specifc style of your cake.
Budget
Generally the more elaborate the design the more expensive your cake will be. Elaborate cakes with extensive detail and decoration can take days to create and may or may not fit into your budget but I can create themed cakes that range from simple to complex. Please don’t hesitate to discuss your budget as it is an important part of the decision making process and it will help me to guide you to choosing the right cake for you.
