Planning a wedding is no small feat. From picking the perfect venue to agonizing over guest lists and budgets, it’s a whirlwind of stress. And just when you think you’ve covered everything, there’s the cake—a jaw-dropping expense for most couples.
But one bride, Laura (known as @darlinggoose on TikTok), decided to break the mold. Instead of shelling out hundreds of dollars for a professional wedding cake, she whipped up her own masterpiece just 12 hours before saying “I do.”
Yes, you read that right—12 hours.
@darlinggoose Not sure if making my wedding cake at midnight the night before my wedding was the best idea 😅🤪💋
♬ Bad Habits – Ed Sheeran
In a video shared with her 86,000 followers, Laura showed off her midnight baking adventure. Armed with multiple boxes of cake mix, cream icing, and a heavy dose of rainbow sprinkles, she created a charming two-tiered cake topped with the words “The Saxes.”
“Not sure if making my wedding cake at midnight the night before my wedding was the best idea,” Laura wrote in the video caption. Despite the last-minute rush, she smiled proudly next to her creation—a sweet, colorful display of love and effort.
While her followers were divided, some were quick to criticize.“That’s a no,” one user quipped.“Is this a joke?” another asked.Someone else warned, “The sprinkles will bleed into the icing overnight—it’ll be a mess!”
But not everyone came to drag Laura’s DIY cake. Many rallied behind her, applauding her creativity and cost-saving approach.
“Y’all hating, but she just saved $700,” one person wrote. “Focus on the marriage, not the wedding!”Another added, “It’s her day—let her have the cake she wants. I think it’s adorable and unique!”And one comment hit home: “I can’t even remember any wedding cake I’ve seen. If you’re happy, that’s all that matters!”
As it turns out, Laura’s sprinkle-covered cake wasn’t just good—it was a hit. After her wedding, she shared a montage of photos showcasing the final result. Spoiler alert: It looked—and tasted—amazing.
@darlinggoose “You’re not making a sprinkle cake for your wedding, that must be a joke” shoutout to my photographer, Kim for slaying 😫💥❤️ #weddingdiy #diyweddingcake #sprinklecake ♬ Ms. Jackson – Outkast
But Laura’s DIY skills didn’t stop there. She also crafted her own floral arrangements using Costco plants, which she turned into elegant centerpieces. Her bridal bouquet? A delicate creation of white roses tied with matching ribbon. And let’s not forget the personalized napkins featuring her and her husband’s names—a thoughtful touch that wowed her guests.
Laura’s story is a refreshing reminder that weddings don’t have to break the bank to be beautiful. So here’s to breaking traditions, saving money, and making memories that truly matter.
Would you DIY your wedding cake—or anything else for your big day? Share this story with your friends and let the debate begin!
