Make a Favor Cake

This unique idea originates in Italy where it is called "Torta Bomboniera" which translates into "favor cake." It's made by using carton boxes tied in the form of a cake. Each box has an object glued to it, and inside holds sugared almonds and a printed card. Depending on the object and colour(s) of the boxes, a favor cake makes a great decoration for all occasions, from christenings to weddings.

Steps

 * 1)  Place the largest carton plate on a flat surface with the strip creating an edge.
 * 2)  [[Image:w02.jpg|thumb]]Assemble the boxes one by one and place them side by side on the carton plate, all the way around.
 * 3)  [[Image:w03.jpg|thumb]] Once the first layer is finished, add another (smaller) layer on top until the "cake" is finished.
 * 4)  [[Image:w04.jpg|thumb]] Gather the sugared almonds and tulle.
 * 5)  [[Image:w05.jpg|thumb]]Fill each of the boxes with five sugared almonds and a printed card.
 * 6)  [[Image:w06.jpg|thumb]]Glue an object to the top of each "slice."
 * 7)  [[Image:w07.jpg|thumb]]Prepare the central cover.
 * 8)  [[Image:w08.jpg|thumb]]  [[Image:w09.jpg|thumb]] Lay the central cover to the top of the favor cake.
 * 9)  [[Image:w10.jpg|thumb]]Attach an object to the central cover, and the cake is ready for compliments!

Tips

 * You'll find many models on the web by searching for "torta bomboniera" or "favor cakes"

Things You'll Need

 * Carton plates and strips
 * Carton boxes
 * Objects to fix on the boxes
 * Sugared almonds
 * Tulle
 * Carton tags for date of ceremony

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Sources and Citations

 * eHow to Make Wedding Favors
 * eHow to Make Confetti or Almond Favors for an Italian Wedding
 * eHow to Plan a Traditional Italian Wedding