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8 Lebanon Valley Area Merchandiser - January 31, 2018 Wedding Frosting- Tricks Free Cakes Add Ease the Latest to Planning Trend A new trend is taking hold both And Fun in North America and on the other Brides and grooms understand- side of the Atlantic Ocean. Cakes ably feel a little stress when plan- are being pared down so that frost- ning their weddings. Adding to the ing and fondant coverings are now pressure is the fact that, according nearly absent from the confec- to a WeddingWire.com report, the tions. average couple in their 30s spends They’re called “naked cakes,” $32,000 on their wedding. That is and these simplified desserts a lot of money riding on one day. showcase the texture of the cakes But planning a wedding can be and their fillings. According to even more fun than it is stressful, culinary experts, the idea for the especially for those couples who naked cake came from Chris- employ a few tricks of the wedding tina Tosi, owner of Momofuku planning trade. Milk Bar. It’s an award-winning 1. Fake the cake. Save some bakery with locations across the money by asking the bakery cake United States and Canada. Now artist to decorate a foam-tiered have all of the wedding-related de- Hers, Friends, Work. cellophane available to make bou- tails in one place, create a separate quets. many other pastry chefs and bak- “mock” cake for pictures and dis- 10. Make a photo clothesline. ers are hopping on the naked cake play, and serve guests from an in- email address exclusively for wed- A clever and inexpensive idea is 12. Stock up on string lights. ding correspondence. bandwagon, with the trend being expensive sheet cake in the kitchen. to pin photos of the couple to a Lights can be wrapped around trees highlighted by the likes of Martha 6. Use veil weights. These outdoors, strung indoors around 2. Use labels. Once the guest string, cataloguing how they met Stewart and the respected wedding weights can be sewn into veils to windows or draped along buffet ta- list is finalized, create a database and their time together leading up resource The Knot. prevent fly-aways during outdoor to the wedding. bles to create a romantic ambiance. of guests’ addresses. Print out two Just because these cakes may ceremonies or photoshoots. Weddings can be expensive and sets of labels: One for addressing 11. Use loose flower center- be short on exterior buttercream the invitations and the other to ad- 7. Keep bugs at bay. Spray pieces. Loose flowers in a vase are stressful; therefore, couples can use doesn’t mean they fall flat on fla- dress the thank-you cards. chair and reception table legs with easier to sort and transport home all the tips they can to corral their vor or visual appeal. Cakes can be insect repellent. Dryer sheets also for guests who want a memento. expenses and tame their nerves. 3. RSVP tricks: Number the embellished with fresh blooms, back of RSVP cards and corre- can be tucked into inconspicuous Make precut butcher’s paper or BR181642 spots to keep bugs away. gum paste-molded flowers, edible spond the numbers to the guest list. pearls and gems, fresh berries, 8. Save money on favors. Un- If one or more responses is illeg- and much more. The Knot notes less the favor is something to eat ible, refer to the number to figure many naked cakes are garnished it out. or something especially practical, you may consider skipping the with flavors that are included in 4. Embrace inexpensive decor. the cake, such as chocolate chips, Dollar stores and craft stores are favors altogether, as many guests tend to forget to take them home crumbs, cookie dough, or candy great places to find inexpensive sprinkles. decorative items. Empty wine anyway. bottles can be painted or glazed to 9. Use page markers for seat- Couples who are stripping serve as vases. Candle lanterns can ing. Use multicolored, self-stick- down their weddings to include be picked up at low cost at many ing page markers to create easy more basics and natural effects retailers. seating arrangements. Each color may be drawn to these naked cakes. They’re also an option for 5. Create an email address. To can represent a category: His, those who find frosting, butter- cream and fondant too sweet for www.tentsandevents.net the palate. Naked cakes enable Your Party Outlet the interior flavors to really shine. BR181597 Wedding tips can help keep stress minimal and reduce expenses. Need Help Planning 955 E. Main St., Annville Seating Wedding Guests Your Perfect Wedding? 717-867-7560 • 1-888-478-1656 Receptions may be big or small, or one couples make themselves, is bridesmaids, best man, and maid lavish or casual. But regardless of essential. If you using a self-made of honor. 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