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7 Ways to Decorate a DIY Boho Wedding Cake
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At a Glance: Boho Cake Essentials
| Category | Requirement & Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Decor | Use organic elements such as Nurtured in Norfolk edible flowers or dried fruit slices. |
| Food Safety | Always use Cake Pins or food-safe tape for non-edible stems to prevent contamination. |
| Longevity | Opt for wafer paper or dried decorations for events lasting longer than 6 hours. |
Some cake decorating trends come and go, but a boho vibe is always popular! This dreamy, nature-inspired style is perfect for a more laid-back wedding. From dried florals to rustic moulds, there are so many easy ways to decorate a DIY boho wedding cake. We’ve pulled together a list of our favourites here.
DIY Boho Wedding Cake Ideas:
Boho Flowers
Fruit Decorations
Boho Moulds and Stencils
Ribbons and Bows
Naked Wedding Cake
Neutral or Rustic Colourings
Simple Sprinkles
DIY Boho Wedding Cakes FAQs
Boho Flowers
Flowers are one of the most popular additions to a boho wedding cake. But fresh flowers can cause problems! They can contain pesticides (a big no-no!), and they cannot simply be inserted into or placed onto a cake without a lot of additional steps. Luckily, a floral design is achievable with the following items!
Edible Flowers
Our friends at Nurtured in Norfolk have a fantastic line of edible flowers, ready to place straight onto your cake. The range includes edible violas, pansies, roses, daisies and more - the dream for a boho wedding cake!
If you're adding edible flowers to a buttercream cake, simply press the petals lightly into the buttercream - they will stay put! If you're adding them to a cake covered in sugarpaste, a tiny bit of edible glue will help to secure them.
Nurtured in Norfolk Pressed Pansy Edible Flowers
Nurtured in Norfolk Dried Mixed Edible Flowers
Nurtured in Norfolk Pressed Mini Viola Edible Flowers
Dried Flowers
If you’re not concerned with the flowers being edible but you would like to add some pretty toppers with a nature vibe, why not go for a dried option! The gorgeous range of dried flowers from The Baked Studio is a great place to start.
Just remember, they are not classed as food-safe, which means a food-safe barrier must be added before applying them to your cake. We recommend wrapping the stems of the flowers before inserting them into your cake. Alternatively, Cake Pins are a quick and mess-free way of arranging floral decorations and keeping them fixed in place!
Natural, Latte, Nude & White Deluxe Mixed Dried Flower Box
The Baked Studio Gold Palm Spear Bouquet
Cake Pin Every Day Pin Set for Floral Decorations
Wafer Paper Flowers
And finally, for some real floral flair, wafer paper flowers are a really fun and easy way to finish off your boho wedding cake. FunCakes has created a stunning range of wafer paper flowers, taking the hard work out of making them if you’re a beginner.
Peonies, Dahlias, Hydrangeas, Orchids - you name it, FunCakes has a wafer paper version of the flower you are looking for.
FunCakes Pink Large Rose Pastella Deluxe Wafer Flower
FunCakes White Large Magnolia Deluxe Wafer Flowers Pack Of 6
FunCakes White Large Dahlia Deluxe Wafer Flower
Feeling drawn to florals? Here's a quick overview for your boho design...
| Flower Type | Best For | Food Safety Level | Application Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edible Flowers | Fresh, organic look | 100% Food Safe | Press into buttercream |
| Dried Flowers | Long-lasting, rustic | Decorative Only | Use Cake Pins/Barriers |
| Wafer Paper | Beginners/Humidity | 100% Food Safe | Edible Glue/Placement |
Fruit Decorations
Already adding florals? Fruit is the perfect accompaniment for a really colourful cake with all the natural vibes.
Dried Fruit
Dried fruit slices are a classic addition to a rustic wedding cake! They fit perfectly with a boho theme - they have the ability to feel traditional and contemporary, all at once. No easy feat!
Again, we recommend the fantastic Nurtured in Norfolk - they have a range of dried fruit slices just waiting to be placed on your cake! The collection includes dried Lemon, Lime, Orange and Grapefruit.
Nurtured in Norfolk Dried Fruit Slices Orange
Nurtured in Norfolk Dried Fruit Slices Lemon
Nurtured in Norfolk Dried Fruit Slices Grapefruit
Fresh Fruit
Depending on the time of year, fresh fruit can also be a lovely addition to a boho wedding cake. Think berries of all kinds, adding pops of colour as well as flavour to your bake!
Do keep in mind, though, that fresh fruit can start to look soggy or dried out shortly after cutting, and the moisture it introduces can present issues for the structure of the cake. It will also reduce the shelf life of your cake, as it will have to be eaten quickly. But berries which haven’t been cut, placed on the cake board for decoration, are all good!
Boho Moulds and Stencils
Keen to do a bit more intricate decorating on your boho wedding cake? Moulds and stencils are your best friends.
Boho Cake Moulds
Cake decorating moulds are a great option for adding detail to your wedding cake tiers. Our friends at Karen Davies have a wide range of styles that fit nicely with the boho theme!
Our favourites are the Wild Meadow mould, for a whimsical, floral feel, the Rustic Basket Weave mould, for a classic basket effect, and the Plaited Borders mould for intricate border detail.
Karen Davies Wild Meadow Mould
Karen Davies Rustic Basket Weave Mould
Karen Davies Plaited Borders Mould
Rustic Cake Stencils
A cake stencil is another effective way to decorate a boho wedding cake! Choose a small stencil to create pretty border detail, or something larger to decorate an entire tier.
We have some beautiful options from cake pros, including Angela Morrison, to help you create stunning designs with ease.
Angela Morrison Paola Stencil
Angela Morrison Andrea Stencil
Angela Morrison Hawaiiana Stencil
Ribbons and Bows
Ribbons are a beautiful addition to any wedding cake design. And in the right colours, they can be the ideal finishing touch for a boho wedding cake.
Our food-safe ribbons from Simply Making are safe to apply directly to the cake! And these dainty PME bows are pre-made, making them a really quick way to add some whimsy to your design.
Simply Making Food-Safe Ribbon Baby Pink x 20m
Simply Making Food-Safe Ribbon Champagne x 20ml
PME White Ribbon Bow Topper x8
Naked Wedding Cake
A naked or semi-naked wedding cake is a classic choice if you’re going for boho vibes. This is a low-key style, with very little frosting on the outside. It’s an understated look and one that allows other decorations like flowers or fruit to shine.
Grab your scraper and buttercream and create a thin coating (just a little more than a crumb coat!) to achieve this look.
Neutral or Rustic Food Colourings
A boho cake can come in many different colours. But a popular choice is to stick to neutral, earthy tones and soft hints of green. Thankfully, we have plenty of those for you to choose from.
Why not shop Colour Mill’s stunning collection of oil-blend colourings for your chocolate and buttercream? Or grab a beautiful lustre dust to add warm tones to your sugarpaste. Edible paints are also perfect for painting boho designs onto your cakes!
Colour Mill Dusk Oil-Based Colouring
Colour Mill Bronze Edible Paint Blend
Sugarflair Pastel Gold Edible Lustre Dust
Simple Boho Sprinkles
When it comes to a boho wedding, keeping the sprinkles simple is the key to success. We love simple white nonpareils and gold pearls!
A dash of gold or rose gold lustre dust can complement these perfectly, giving your boho bake an ethereal glow!
FunCakes White Nonpareil Sprinkles
Purple Cupcakes Gold Metallic Pearls 100g
FunCakes Gold Sanding Sugar 80g
DIY Boho Wedding Cake FAQs
How do flower picks work?
Push the pointed end of the flower pick (or posy pick) into your cake, with the opening facing out. That way, you can insert your dried flowers or other toppers into your cake without the stems touching the cake itself. It’s an important food safety step!
What do edible flowers taste like?
Each type of edible flower has a slightly different taste - some are sweet, some more fragrant, and others more peppery. However, when the petals are dried, their flavour is much milder and more subtle. So, our dried edible flowers from Nurtured in Norfolk won't alter the taste of your bakes!
What size should my wedding cake be?
Struggling to know how big your boho wedding cake needs to be to ensure everyone gets a piece? Luckily, we’ve put together a blog post to explain this. Check out our Wedding Cake Size Guide
Time to decorate your boho wedding cake!
We hope we’ve inspired you to take on the challenge of decorating your very own DIY boho wedding cake. With these ideas, it’s easy to create something beautiful, rustic and memorable that will make a stunning centerpiece for your big day!
Don’t forget to tag us in your wedding bakes so we can see them - we can’t wait! You’ll find us at @the_cake_decorating_co on Instagram, and you can use #cakedecfamous!
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