Bride Is Mocked for Making Cake a Night before Wedding: 'Looks Like a Dog's Dinner'

Weddings can be stressful and expensive, but one bride eliminated some of her worries by doing something unexpected. Some praised her Do-It-Yourself efforts, but others trolled her and her choices.

Brides lose lots of sleep in the months and weeks leading up to their special day. There are seating charts to organize and guest favors to finalize, all tasks that require time and money.

However, many soon-to-be-wives have turned to DIY projects to make some of their wedding dreams a reality. The night before she said "I Do," one woman did something brave, but her actions didn't please everyone.

SHARING HER WEDDING JOURNEY ONLINE

When Laura Saxe, @darlinggoose on TikTok, started documenting her love story online, she was pleasantly surprised by the encouragement from netizens. She showed people her engagement and all of her nifty wedding planning.

When she shared the footage online, people were in two minds about her wedding cake. Many believed she was joking.

Saxe adored her husband-to-be and wanted everything to be perfect for their big day. She incorporated many sentimental elements into the wedding, one being their unconventional cake.

SHE SAVED LOTS OF MONEY

Saxe didn't want to spend hundreds of dollars on a wedding cake, so she opted to bake the delicious dessert, proudly sharing that it cost less than $50.

She geared herself with Betty Crocker's rainbow white cake mix and got to work in 2022. Two days before her nuptials, she baked the base of the cake.

THE CAKE'S SIGNIFICANCE

The TikToker covered the cake in Saran Wrap and placed it in the fridge once she was done. She comically noted:

"Not sure if making my wedding cake at midnight the night before my wedding was the best idea."

However, she was determined to complete the task and was happy with her progress. The rainbow treat had a special meaning for the couple, and Saxe revealed it was her fiancé's favorite.

MAKING MEMORIES

The night before the big day, she decorated the tiered cake with icing. In a TikTok video, she said: "This is just me laughing at myself because I've never iced a cake in my life, but I think it's looking pretty cute."

The treat was completed with thousands of sprinkles and a cake topper that read, "The Saxes." Her family surrounded her as she smoothed the frosting onto the bases. They bonded and made the most out of the moment. The bride shared:

"It’s a memory I will treasure forever of me, my in-laws, and my husband decorating our cake until 1 am the night before our wedding."

SHE LOVED DIY PROJECTS

Saxe was filled with joy whenever she thought about the night before her wedding. She added: "My guests loved [the cake] because the whole thing is so me. I am very much a DIY kind of girl."

Instead of getting her beauty sleep or finalizing her vows, the bride gave her time and energy to making the cake for her husband and guests. Her actions were motivated by love, and she was proud of the final product.

THE ONLINE REACTIONS

When she shared the footage online, people were in two minds about her wedding cake. Many believed she was joking, suggesting there was no way she served the cake to her guests. One netizen wrote: "Is this a joke??? It's a birthday cake."

Someone else said the cake would give them a "panic attack," while another quipped it "[looked] like a dog's dinner." A netizen also added:

"The color on those sprinkles is gonna bleed into the icing overnight. By the morning it’s going to be an even bigger mess."

One user rated Saxe's cake and wished they could score her efforts lower than a zero. The online onslaught wasn't over, as another person stated: "I would cancel the marriage."

LOVE WAS ALL THAT MATTERED

Amongst the millions of views and countless comments, people were supportive of the bride. Users applauded her for focusing on the essential things and doing what made her happy. A commenter shared:

"Okay, this is the cutest cake ever. I’m obsessed, so different from classic wedding cakes and you saved A LOT of money."

Someone added, "Guarantee it tastes 100% better than every dry, dense, fondant-covered 'professional' wedding cake I've ever eaten." Another netizen also stated: "I love this! I will definitely be doing this in the future!"

THE TIME OF THEIR LIVES

Saxe proudly shared content from her fairytale wedding day, and she included photos of the viral cake. She was thrilled to show netizens that she truly used the cake for her wedding.

The day's joy was evident in all of the shots, and she was content with her choice to make a DIY dessert. Not only did it save her money, but it created an unforgettable story.

Saxe's decision encouraged others to shift their expectations and preconceived ideas about weddings. While there is nothing wrong with spending lots of money on the big day, what matters most is that everything is done with love.

Do you think the bride was clever in making her creative cake instead of a polished and expensive one? Would you consider doing something similar for your or your children's big day?

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