Diaper cakes are thoughtful and unique baby gifts but many well-intentioned gift givers have never heard of them or think that a diaper cake is something you can eat. Yes, a disposable diaper cake is thoughtful but definitely is not to be eaten. Let's talk about the basics and why you should give one as a baby shower gift.
A diaper cake is made up of tiers or layers just like an edible cake (think wedding cake). Each tier of the cake is made up of disposable diapers held together in a circle by ribbons, blankets and burp cloths. The tiers are then stacked on top of each other to make a 1, 2, 3 or 4 tier cake. The designer adds wonderful and useful baby items to decorate the layers of the cake. A one tier diaper cake is around 8-12 inches tall. A two tier is 14-16 inches tall. A three tier is 16-20 inches tall. The grandest size is the four tier at over 20 inches tall. The most popular size is the three tier and you will find the most designs in this size. Most diaper cakes will arrive wrapped in cellophane and tied with a bow. This wrapping adds even more height to your gift.
Price will often dictate what cake you buy. A one tier diaper cake averages to . The most popular three tier will cost anywhere from to 0. The three tier is a good gift from a group of co-workers or friends. The more contributions you collect the bigger the cake you can buy.
Once you know your budget, let the fun of picking out the cake theme begin! Are you buying for a baby boy or girl? Or maybe a unisex cake is needed if the gender of the baby is a surprise. Themes for a baby girl include princesses, ladybugs, pink teddy bears and cupcakes. If you are buying for a baby boy, cars, baseballs, frogs and sports are trendy. Great picks for a unisex baby gift cake are Winnie the Pooh, Dr. Seuss and Baby Einstein. Cakes can also be designed using a classic theme such as "It's a Boy" or "It's a Girl." Storks are popular, too. You will even find twins diaper cakes. Shopping online will make gift giving easy as most physical stores do not sell them. Have your gift shipped right to the expectant parents. Some online stores may include your gift message for free. This is handy if you live in different cities.
Being a diaper cake designer would be a fun job! But since most of us are not that crafty, let these creative people combine booties, stuffed animals, toys, books, pacifiers, bottles, bibs, washcloths, rattles and bodysuits into a fantastic looking baby gift. Their talent helps you give a gift that will leave a lasting impression on the new parents.
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