~ Cake Boxes ~
So here’s the deal with standard bakery boxes. I searched high and low for some nice, professional looking bakery boxes that my cakes would fit in. <<< Those are the two key words here. My cakes are ALWAYS too tall! Do you have that problem? I found a few premium cake boxes on the market that were taller than the standard 5″ or 6″ box, but they were expensive. Not something you could send down the road with every little cake order that comes along. Sure, for those BIG ticket orders you don’t mind shelling out for an expensive box that you will never see again. But for your everyday inexpensive little cakes… nope!
Time to get crafty!
So me, having the crafty brain that I have, decided to make my own pretty and INEXPENSIVE cake boxes. Follow this tutorial and you can too! This is an inexpensive way to create beautiful, custom cake boxes for your business. Check out the Recommended tools and supplies links at the bottom to see what I used in this tutorial. I think you are going to love making these boxes and customizing them to match your business.
Custom Cake Box Tutorial ~ Shani’s Sweet Art
Here is a break down of my approximate cost per box (these prices are for craft colored boxes, white boxes cost a little more)
8″ x 8″ x 8″ (fits 6″ cake) = $1.77
10″ x 10″ x 10″ (fits a 8″ cake) = $1.72
10″ x 10″ x 12″ (fits a two tier 6″,8″ cake ) = $2.02
12″ x 12″ 18″ ( fits a 3 tier – 6″,8″,10″ cake) = $2.23
Not bad for a sturdy, professional, awesome cake box!!
Here are some helpful links for some of the tools and supplies I use for making my custom boxes
12″ x 12″ x 18″ white shipping boxes –
Double Stick Adhesive Roller –
8″ x 8″ x8″ Craft Shipping Boxes –
Ok guys, get cracking’! I want to see some of your lovely cake boxes out there! If you post photos anywhere be sure to tag me at Shani’s Sweet Art! Go forth and make boxes!
Have a Sweet Day!!
That is ingenious!!!! ??
Thank you Tamala!
Awesome! Can I share this link on my Facebook page?
Hi Tammy, I’m so glad you like this. Yes, I would love for you to share! Thank you!
❤️❤️❤️ Thanks for sharing
You’re welcome Crystal. Thank you for reading!
YeY, what a awesome idea, thanks!!!
You’re welcome ?
Wow thanks for sharing. What type of ribbon did you say you liked using.
I prefer grosgrain ribbon. It’s thick and sturdy.
Another problem I have is that my 10 inch round cake won’t fit into a 10 inch box because of the decorated cake board. I wish they would make them a 1/2 inch larger. I buy packing boxes from Wal-Mart for my two plus tiered cakes. Thank you for the idea.
That is definitely a problem if you cover your cake boards in fondant. I cover mine in decorative paper so mine fit perfectly in standard size boxes. I have a cake board tutorial you might want to check out here https://shanissweetart.com/make-beautiful-custom-cake-boards/. Happy caking!
Brilliant!!
Great.
Great tutorial! Thank you for sharing this with those of us who can’t find a tall cake box anywhere without paying an arm and a leg! <3
Thank you Edwina. I’m so glad to hear it was helpful.
Thank you, Shani! I now have an inexpensive way to display my baked goods without breaking the bank. 🙂
Great tutorial for learning to make custom cake boxes. Thanks for sharing valuable post.
My pleasure! I’m glad you found it helpful.
I think you’re amazing and I’m confused. I have a cake on a 12 inch round board. When you give dimensions for the size of the cake are you referring to the actual cake or allowing additional inches for the board. I apologize if this is a stupid question. Its obvious I’m sure that I’m brand new to this whole process. Look forward to checking out more of your incredible website and tutorials.
Hi Maria, thank you ☺️. Cake boards need to be at least a couple of inches larger than your cake.