INVESTMENT, design & delivery
All of Fay's cakes are bespoke, meaning each quote will vary based on your unique ideas. Please refer to Fay's pricing guide below.
It's not just a cake!
it's a COMPLETE SERVICE
At Fay's Cakes, Fay strives to make your wedding cake experience as stress-free as possible. From your initial enquiry to the delivery and setup of your wedding cake, Fay will be with you every step of the way.
Our comprehensive service includes a personalised design process, either online or in person, to create a bespoke cake that perfectly complements your special day.
Fay will coordinate with your wedding suppliers, florists, planners, and stylists to ensure the cake seamlessly fits into your overall wedding vision.
On your wedding day, Fay works closely with your venue coordinator to schedule the timely delivery and setup of your cake. You can relax and enjoy every moment, knowing that your dream cake is in capable hands.
what is the cost of a design by fay's cakes
INVESTMENT - WORKING WITH FAY
Every bespoke cake is unique from the inside out, making it impossible to provide set prices. Your cake will be tailored to your specific requirements and budget, considering factors such as the number of portions, tiers, flavour combinations, and the complexity of the design. All these elements are taken into account when determining the final price.
Designs come in all shapes, sizes, and proportions. Below are our most popular sizes | Pricing guide for Bespoke Designs at Different levels of Decoration |
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1 tier design to feed Approx. 30 | Base price £300 - Average investment £350 - £550+ |
2 tier design to feed Approx 60 | Base price £400 - Average investment £450 - £650+ |
3 tier design to feed Approx. 95 | Base price £500 - Average investment £550 - £900+ |
4 tier design to feed Approx. 130 | Base price £600 - Average investment £650 - £1000+ |
5+ tier design to feed Approx 210 | Base price £800 - Average investment £850 - £1500+ |
A size chart and detailed portion guide will be provided via email and discussed during the design process. The chart above showcases our most popular tier and portion combinations, indicating the minimum number of servings based on 1" x 4" slices. Additional portion options are available upon request. For events, I recommend catering for approximately 75%–80% of your guest count. Your venue will also receive a comprehensive portion-cutting guide, detailed ingredient lists, an allergen statement, and a copy of my public liability insurance coverage via email. | WHAT'S YOUR IDEAL BUDGET? I’ve outlined an average spend range to guide you, from simpler designs with minimal details to more elaborate and intricate creations. This chart is designed to help you set a realistic budget for your cake as part of your wedding planning. I recommend setting a budget for your cake and I’ll work closely with you to ensure your cake meets your expectations while staying as close to your budget as possible. |
THE COST OF YOUR DESIGN WILL BE INFLUENCED BY 3 MAIN FACTORS.
1 SIZE; The number of cake portions & tiers.
2 COST; Ingredients & materials.
3 TIME; Required to create your chosen design from the initial enquiry through to delivery.
size?
The design, number of portions, and your budget will determine the size of your cake. At Scottish weddings, cake is typically served alongside the evening buffet, so I recommend catering for around 75-80% of your guests. During the design process, I will help you determine the right size for your needs.
Our standard tiers are just over 5 inches tall, with 4 layers of sponge and 3 layers of filling. If you prefer the look of taller tiers, extra sponges or dummy (fake) layers can be added when additional portions aren't required.
Dummy tiers can add height and visual appeal to your cake design or be used when extra portions aren't needed. These polystyrene dummies are decorated to look like real cakes and can also reduce the cake's overall weight for very large designs.
Choosing dummy tiers instead of real ones may slightly lower the overall cost. However, since much of the cake's price comes from decoration time, the cost difference will be minimal and shouldn't be considered a significant cost-saving option.
You'll receive a portion guide, though this may vary based on your tier height and how your venue cuts the cake. An information sheet for your venue will include my portion cutting guide, ingredient lists, and an allergens statement.
We deliver our cakes all over Scotland and beyond
Delivery & Set up
Due to the delicate nature of wedding cakes and sugar flowers, I will personally deliver and set your cake up at your venue. Our delivery fee changes based on the location. When you first enquire about our availability, we'll provide you with the specific delivery fee for your chosen venue.
Recommended supplier
I feel fortunate to have been invited to become a recommended supplier to the following venues as well as delivering to many other beautiful venues all across Scotland.
Please note
I do not supply plain iced cakes.
I do not dress any of my designs with fresh/faux flowers. All the flowers you see on my website are handmade sugar flowers.
I do not offer tiered Buttercream or Naked/Semi naked cakes.
Extra's
*Cutting cakes to be served from the kitchen to make up portions from £125. Only available with a cake order.
*Wedding cupcakes from £4.50 (increments of 12) - only available with a cake order.
*Wedding cookies from £4.50 (increments of 12) - only available with a cake order.
*Stand hire from £30 - Only available with a cake order. Please ask for a copy of Fay's hire brochure.
Kind words
I may be biased but I’m convinced this was the most beautiful cake you’ve ever made! I was staring at it all day. I could not wrap my head around the fact those were sugar flowers and not real flowers… this cake was absolutely gorgeous from top to bottom!!! Thank you so much for bringing this cake to life!
Matthew & Krista, 10/05/23, Borthwick Castle
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