I have a babyshower cake to make but am on a small budget. Buttercream is a NO. Although I have received many comments on my buttercream about it not being too sweet I've got a customer who doesn't want buttercream. No fondant either. I've heard of Divert sugar but was wondering if anyone has suggestions on what I can do. I know that the Divert sugar is suppose to be more expensive. Out of ideas please help.
Thanks 
What doesn't she like about buttercream as there are many recipes out there. I would look into that first. Then you can offer her rolled fondant or candy clay which is more like a tootsie roll. Some buttercreams are not as sweet and are creamier using butter vs crisco. Have you ever tried Bettercream? It's made by Rich's and is a cross between whipped cream and cool whip. It whips up stiff enough to make flowers. Check your local cake supplier.
I agree with pretty much everyone else on here. If she doens't want BC and if she doens't want fondant, then put it back in her lap and have her tell you exactly what it is she DOES want. And she pays the difference.
If I don't want store brand soda, then I have to pay more for the name brand. Sorry, that's just how it works.
I've never tried Bettercream. I've heard of the Swiss buttercream but I haven't tried that either. The buttercream I make is out of shortening but I add cream to mine... gives it a lighter texture. I think it's great and haven't had any complaints. Basically she just doesn't like the sweetness of the buttercream in general. I'll be going to my local cake supply store tomorrow and will look into the suggestions given. I have two cakes to do this weekend and they are fairly simple ones but I agree will all of you. I should put it back in her lap. I'm going to find out the difference in price and let her decide.
Also wondering how does the bettercream smooth out? Is that the refridgerated one?
Thanks again
Rich's Bettercreme and Frostin Pride are brands of non-dairy whipped topping made for decorating cakes.
Many people think they are not as sweet as b'cream but I think it is just as sweet.....it just has a lighter taste/texture.
Both of these are best eaten the same day they are iced.
Both come in semi-fzn liquid, or already whipped form. They usually are found in the fzr section of special shops like some cake supply shops or Gorden's Foods & Smart & Final along w/other wholesale type places.
They come in a carton - like milk. Don't defrost; just spoon out the semi-fzn liquid and whip up.
Ok I went ahead and got the Frostin Pride...I will let you all know how it goes. Do you guys happen to know how well Frostin Pride smooths out or colors. I've heard that it's a little difficult to get the color you need. Lucky for me I'm doing a pink so just a small amount of red should do it. Although I thought it might be a little easier to write and do decorations with BC instead...any suggestions
It colors to an very nice pastel just fine. Deep, dark colors not well 
Actually using just a bit of red really doesn't give you a nice pink
You use the Frostin Pride right from thr fzr - spoon/pour into chilled mixer bowl and whip until it is thick. Be careful, it can be overwhipped. It it is too stiff to pipe thru a cake icer tip or something like a 12 you need to thin it down by hand stirring in some liquid Frostin Pride. Even If you think you can still ice a cake w/it - don't. It will eventually crack and nothing can fix that.
As for piping w/it.....just get it to the right consistency for you and piping is a breeze. Yes, if you really want to you can pipe w/b'cream instead.
Well I've definitely learned that Frost n' Pride is not the way to go if you want a really smooth cake. It's taste is outstanding but stubborn when it comes to getting that smooth look. Both parties were very happy and I will use it again but on something that doesn't require that crisp look. Taste great with fresh strawberries btw.
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