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.
What goes into making your cake
It's not just a cake!
A luxury wedding cake is so much more than just flour, sugar, and icing. It’s a carefully designed, handcrafted creation that takes time, skill, and artistry. When you choose Fay’s Cakes for your wedding cake, you’re investing in craftsmanship, expertise, and a stress-free, enjoyable process. It’s more than just cake, it’s the centrepiece of your wedding.
Expert guidance from start to finish
From your first consultation to the moment your cake is delivered, I’m here every step of the way to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience.
Custom designs & sketches
Your cake is one of a kind, designed just for you. I’ll create multiple concepts, refining every detail until it’s exactly what you envision.
Cake tasting experience at your design consultation
As part of your journey with Fay’s Cakes, you’ll get to sample a selection of my most popular flavours, made with the finest ingredients.
Virtual design consultation with cake mail
Can’t make it in person? No problem! We can meet via Zoom, and I’ll send cake samples straight to your door, available UK-wide.
Impeccable craftsmanship
Every detail, from intricate textures to handcrafted decorations and sugar flowers, is made with precision and care. True artistry takes time, and I pour that dedication into every cake.
Seamless delivery & setup
Your cake isn’t just dropped off in a box; it’s personally delivered and assembled at your venue to ensure it looks perfect on your big day.
How much does a custom design by Fay’s Cakes cost?
Determining the Cost of Your Wedding Cake: Every wedding cake I create is bespoke, designed specifically to reflect your vision and style. Because of this, a flat price isn't always possible, costs vary depending on design complexity, ingredients, and the time required to bring your dream cake to life.
Planning Your Budget: To help with budgeting, I’ve provided a pricing guide below, outlining base costs for a plain iced cake, with additional pricing ranging from simple designs to more intricate designs. Once we finalise your design, I’ll provide a confirmed price, ensuring complete transparency. I always recommend setting a budget for your cake, and I’ll work closely with you to create something stunning that aligns with your vision while staying as close to your budget as possible.
BELOW ARE OUR MOST POPULAR SIZes | Pricing guide for Bespoke Designs |
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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 £450 - Average investment £500 - £650+ |
3 tier design to feed Approx. 95 | Base price £550 - Average investment £600 - £900+ |
4 tier design to feed Approx. 130 | Base price £650 - Average investment £750 - £1000+ |
5+ tier design to feed Approx 210 | Base price £850 - Average investment £1000 - £1500+ |
WHAT'S YOUR IDEAL BUDGET? | 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. |
WHAT INFLUENCES THE COST OF YOUR CAKE ?
Several factors determine the final price of your wedding cake
Size – The number of tiers and portions required.
Design Complexity – The level of detail, handcrafted elements, and finishing touches.
Time & Ingredients – The quality of materials and the hours dedicated to creating your perfect cake from your initial enquiry through to delivery.
SIZE?
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. I recommend catering for approximately 75%–80% of your guest count. Portions will vary based on your tier height and how your venue cuts the cake.
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.
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.
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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