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Short & Sweet Cakes

basic & budget-oriented

Short & Sweet Cakes are perfect for folks who need something simple, or want to DIY their wedding cake! They do not include consultations, cake samples, fresh flowers, tall tiers, or custom designs.

PRICING

Short & Sweet Cakes are available in two sizes:  

2-tiered 25 serving cake for $160;

3-tiered cake to serve 50 for $240.

 

DESIGNS

We offer eight basic designs, with a few additional options. This keeps the cost low on these cakes. We will be offering NEW designs in December, so make sure to check back soon.

Tiered cakes will have buttercream, or ganache frosting on the outside. We cannot use whipped cream or cream cheese for the frosting.

 

DELIVERY

Delivery is $40 for within 10 miles, contingent on our schedule. We do not stay to unbox and set up the cake.

 

FLOWERS

We do not include fresh flowers or greenery with these cakes.

 

CONSULTATIONS*

We do not offer consultations for these cakes, because they are easy to order over the phone.

DEPOSIT

To secure the date for a Short & Sweet Cake, we require a 50% non-refundable deposit. The balance is due one week before the event date, however you can pay it early if you prefer. We recommend securing the date at least 1-2 months in advance for June - September weddings, and other busy holiday months, as we can book up for some dates. 

 

SAMPLES

We do not include a box of cake samples with these cakes, but you are welcome to call and place and order for samples if you like. A sample box is $40, and it comes with four flavors that you choose from our Tiered Cake Flavors. Samples boxes require at least three days' notice to order, and are paid in advance (when you call to order). We do offer gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free options.

 

PICKING UP YOUR CAKE?

Please feel free to view our instructions for picking up your Short & Sweet Cake!

QUESTIONS

We are happy to answer any questions you may have, please feel free to reach out!

541.683.5676 or email us: info@sweetlifedesserts.com

Short & Sweet Designs

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Birch Bark

$160 for 2-tiered, 25 serving cake

$240 for 3-tiered, 50 serving cake

Includes a lightly textured buttercream finish, hand painted birch design, and fondant blossoms. Choose from: white, pink, orange, yellow, green, blue, and lilac.

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Smooth Buttercream or Ganache

$160 for 2-tiered, 25 serving cake

$240 for 3-tiered, 50 serving cake

Includes a smooth buttercream or ganache (dark chocolate) finish, and a border if desired: small pearl (buttercream or ganache), or grosgrain ribbon (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, black, or brown.) 

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Half Naked Buttercream

$160 for 2-tiered, 25 serving cake

$240 for 3-tiered, 50 serving cake

Includes a smooth, light buttercream finish, and a border if desired. Choose from a buttercream pearl, a buttercream flat ribbon, or grosgrain ribbon (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, black, or brown.) 

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Ganache Log Slices

$160 for 2-tiered, 25 serving cake

$240 for 3-tiered, 50 serving cake

Includes a buttercream finish with ganache "bark", chocolate cookie "dirt" around the bottom, and a carved heart with initials (on either tier). 

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Rustic Ridged Buttercream

$160 for 2-tiered, 25 serving cake

$240 for 3-tiered, 50 serving cake

Includes a rustic ridged buttercream finish, giving a little texture but not too fussy, and looks best without a border. This popular style is great for folks who want something simple and elegant.

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Deckled Buttercream

$160 for 2-tiered, 25 serving cake

$240 for 3-tiered, 50 serving cake

Includes a smooth buttercream finish with a deckled edge along the top border, and an optional deckled side edge. A lovely look that is elegant with a touch of rustic feel, and pairs beautifully with fresh flowers or other decorations.

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Watercolor / Wash

$160 for 2-tiered, 25 serving cake

$240 for 3-tiered, 50 serving cake

Includes a lightly textured buttercream finish, with a watercolor wash style finish in your choice of color. Choose up to three colors, we recommend softer colors.

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Angled Ridges

$160 for 2-tiered, 25 serving cake

$240 for 3-tiered, 50 serving cake

Includes a textured buttercream finish, with a diagonal ridge effect. They can be angled the same on each tier, or alternating for a more interesting visual appeal.

NEW DESIGNS COMING SOON!
Please check back in December!

Additional Options
Simple extras that we can add to your cake as a finishing touch.

adding simple ribbons

Ribbon: We carry 1" grosgrain ribbon in several basic colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, black, and brown. This looks best on a smooth surface (as opposed to a textured finish). Ribbon can be used around the bottom of the tier(s), or around the middle of the tier.

No charge.

adding simple numbers

Numbers: We can add a number made from fondant, on the front of the cake or on the top of the cake.  Available colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, black, brown, cream, gold, or silver.

$10 for one number, $15 for two. 

adding simple fondant flowers

Fondant blossoms: We carry a variety of small fondant blossoms in different colors. We can add a sprinkling of fondant blossoms to your cake! Available colors: pastels such as pink, green, orange, blue, and white. 
No charge.

Suggestions

Here's how past clients turned a simple cake into something stunning!

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photo: Cassy Berry Photography

Half-naked cakes adorned with gorgeous flowers and fresh fruit for a stunning dessert table!

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Smooth ganache finish with pearl border, topped with fresh daisies.

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Rustic ridged accented with fresh flowers and a simple cake topper.

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A simple pearl border gives the perfect finishing touch. The couple added their own fresh flowers and an adorable cake topper!

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Smooth buttercream with pearl border. Fresh flowers added on top and at the bottom.

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Smooth ganache finish. Client added burlap and lace ribbons and colorful fresh flowers.

Picking up your Short & Sweet Cake

Feel free to check out our handout, above,  on transporting your tiered cake!

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