Transporting A Cake?

Decorating By misterc Updated 10 Jun 2007 , 5:03am by dominique26

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misterc Posted 8 Jun 2007 , 3:12pm
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I have a couple of cakes coming up, one is for tomorrow, that will have to be fully assembled and then transported to the wedding. What is the best way to transport a tiered cake in the car with out any shifting or movement? Any tips would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

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mbelgard Posted 8 Jun 2007 , 3:21pm
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Do you have shelf liner? If you're using a box put some in the box before placing the cake and then set the box on some in the car. A long dowel will probably help you too, sharpen it and stick it right through all the cakes.

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dominique26 Posted 8 Jun 2007 , 3:24pm
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I also use the non-slip shelf liners. They work great thumbs_up.gif

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misterc Posted 8 Jun 2007 , 5:10pm
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Thanks you guys!!! I always use the dowel in the center but the slip pads sound perfect! Where do I get them from? I love CC, thanks for your help!

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dominique26 Posted 8 Jun 2007 , 5:15pm
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You can get them at WalMart or Target. I use the large non-slip pads for under area rugs. They can be cut to fit whatever size you need and are inexpensive.

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Rambo Posted 8 Jun 2007 , 5:32pm
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Buy lots of shelf liner. Once you start using it you'll want to have plenty on hand at all times, it's super versatile. I use it on my turntable to keep the boards from shifting on it and I've used it between boards and decorator plates too. Probably one of THE best tips I got here on CC thumbs_up.gif

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GeminiRJ Posted 8 Jun 2007 , 5:48pm
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Cakes are more stable when they are cold, too, if that helps.

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misterc Posted 10 Jun 2007 , 4:51am
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Well, I used the slip pads and a box. It got there in one piece without any problem! Thanks for your suggestions!!! One palm tree wanted to fall but it made it there too! Check out my gallery if you want to see the cake. It is nerve wracking to transport a cake put together but maybe next week I won't be so stressed when I do it again. The cummute was a 45 minute drive through a canyon. Glad it's done!

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dominique26 Posted 10 Jun 2007 , 5:03am
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Your cake came out wonderful, and I'm glad that the non-slip mats worked out for you! icon_biggrin.gif

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