Cake Pull Wedding Tradition

Cake Pull WeddingTradition

If you’re looking for a cute way to make your cake cutting ceremony even more special, the cake pull wedding tradition is the perfect solution for you! For those who don’t know what the cake pull tradition is, it is a southern tradition that dates back to the Victorian era where tiny charms with ribbons attached were placed inside the cake. Before the cake is cut, the wedding party and guests are invited to come pull a charm out from the cake. Each charm tells a fortune of the future and also doubles as a wedding memento! If you are thinking of adding this sweet tradition to your wedding, make sure to find a cake baker that understands how the tradition works and how to place the charms appropriately in the cake. Each charm is either hidden in between each layer of the cake or under the bottom layer. This allows for easy removal of each charm so your beautiful cake is not harmed in the process.

Each charm holds a certain meaning. Some examples include:
Ring: Next to get married
Heart: New love
Clover/Shamrock/Horseshoe: Good luck
Anchor: Adventure awaits
Kite: Fun and leisurely life
Butterfly: Eternal beauty
Horse: Free spirited
Teddy Bear: Child at heart
Owl: Wisdom
Guardian Angel: Someone special is watching over you
Hot Air Balloon: Life of travel and adventure
Bird: New opportunity
Oyster with Pearl: Wealth and prosperity
Star: Your wish will come true
Music Note: Harmony
Fleur de lys: Life of prosperity
Lion: You will conquer any problem you face
Dolphin: Playful soul
Flower: Blossoming relationship

You can even choose your own charms that match with your wedding theme! Just make sure all the charms are made of sterling silver or food safe pewter. The charms can be put on a bracelet or necklace so you can always have a little piece of your special day with you!