Instead of buying traditional cupcake boxes at a local store or over the internet, it can be worthwhile to take the time to find unique cupcake holders or boxes for special occasions such as wedding, birthday party, anniversary or formal event. The best place to find cupcake boxes, along with pastel holders, pastry boxes, muffin boxes and the like, is the internet. Online retailers often have a greater variety of these products than the average brick and mortar store. Furthermore, online retailers generally have better prices than a local retailer would be able to offer.
Choosing the Right Style
Some cupcake boxes are meant to only hold a single cupcake, while others can hold two, four, six or half a dozen cupcakes. One will need to start by determining what size of box would be in order. If the cupcakes are to take home at the end of the event, then individual boxes may very well be the best option. Large boxes that can hold multiple cupcakes are ideal if the cupcakes are to be served at the event.
Those who are looking for elegant yet simple boxes may be interested in clear plastic boxes that are sold online. Many of these boxes come with ribbons rafia twist added on top, but they are also sold without the ribbon. Such boxes are sure to match the decor of most any event.
On the other hand, one may want to invest in colorful boxes that capture the spirit of the event. There are cupcake boxes made specifically for baby showers, birthdays, Christmas, Halloween and other holidays. Custom made wedding boxes can be ordered with the name of the husband and wife engraved on the box. These colorful boxes are usually made using cardboard but have a cellophane top that clearly displays the cupcake.
Tips on Customizing Cupcake Boxes
Customizing a box makes it more personal and does not cost a whole lot of money.
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A person who would like to order customized boxes should decide beforehand what should be engraved on the boxes. Most couples opt to have their name engraved, either with or without the wedding date. However, others may prefer an original design and may opt to have a special symbol, their initials or the name of their favorite song engraved on the box.
These boxes can also be customized for events other than a wedding. Once again, a person should choose the customized design carefully. One should also be sure to ask what color the letters will be. Black, gold and silver are the most common colors but by no means the only color options. A person will also want to find out which part of the box will contain the customized words or symbols and make sure the lettering is not covered by a ribbon that may be placed on the box.
Arranging The Boxes
The boxes should match in color and style with the muffin cases cake and other food items and decorations. Choosing the right boxes is a good first step. Next, one will want to arrange the boxes carefully and tastefully. The boxes can be arranged in any shape that one would like. A fancy arrangement, however, will draw attention to the cupcakes and make them the centerpiece attraction. While this is not bad in itself, it is not always desirable.
Tips on Buying Cheap Boxes
Cupcake boxes are not expensive, but some do cost more than others. Those who are looking for cheap boxes should check out the following options:
- A season sale: a season sale is a great place to find discount boxes that can be used for next year’s holiday
- The internet: As was noted above, internet retailers usually have better prices than the average store
- Buy in Bulk: a person who enjoys making and serving cupcakes will want to buy boxes in bulk, as doing so can save one a fair bit of money
Popular Options
Those who are looking for classy, easy to assemble and use cupcake boxes will not want to pass up Victoria Lynn’s Clear Single Cupcake Boxes. These boxes have gotten rave reviews from customers for being easy to assemble and use, cheap and elegant. They are made using plastic and thus are more resilient than most boxes made using cardboard. They also come with inserts that help to hold the cupcakes in place.
Sweet Cravings makes cute cupcake boxes with a window that also get good review ratings online. Such a box can be used not only for cupcakes but also for a small pastry or candy. These boxes are solid in color yet quite good looking. They are not overly expensive and can be bought in packs of ten.
Cupcakes add a touch of heaven to most any event. There is hardly a person who does not enjoy a well made cupcake nicely presented in its own box. There are numerous box options to choose from and while some cupcake boxes are better than others, in most instances it is simply a matter of choosing the type of box that is most suitable for the occasion.