What cake to get for a 2nd birthday party?
The Little Mermaid Cake is an excellent choice for a 2nd birthday celebration. Its soft colours and playful design appeal to young children, while its detailed decorations make it a showpiece for family photos. With its pastel waves, shells, and mermaid topper, this little mermaid cake captures both the joy and imagination of early childhood birthdays.
How to prepare for a 2nd birthday party at home?
To plan a smooth 2nd birthday:
- Keep the guest list small for comfort and fun.
- Choose a simple, colourful theme such as “under the sea.”
- Include interactive activities like bubbles or soft play.
- Serve easy-to-eat treats and a themed cake as the highlight.
Ordering The Little Mermaid Cake from The Cupcake Factory ensures your centrepiece matches your theme and arrives ready for display.
How do I pick the right children’s birthday cake?
When choosing a kid’s cake, consider the theme, colours, and age of your child. Look for designs that feel playful but not overwhelming, and make sure the size matches your guest list. The Little Mermaid Cake is a perfect example, it combines soft pastel tones, fun ocean details, and a friendly mermaid topper that children instantly recognise. Its balance of colour, imagination, and gentle sparkle makes it a charming choice for toddlers and young kids.
What cake goes with an under the sea theme?
A little mermaid cake is the perfect match for an under the sea theme. Its design combines coral tones, sea-inspired shapes, and pastel buttercream to create a marine look. The Little Mermaid Cake includes seashells, pearls, and mermaid tails for detail, transforming any dessert table into a miniature ocean scene.
How to make a little mermaid cake?
To make a little mermaid cake at home:
- Bake two or three layers of vanilla or chocolate cake and let them cool.
- Frost with ombre buttercream in shades of pink, blue, and purple.
- Add edible seashells, fondant tails, and shimmer dust for decoration.
- Top with a mermaid figurine or ocean-themed topper.
While it’s possible to create the look at home, achieving even layers and smooth gradients takes practice. Ordering The Little Mermaid Cake from The Cupcake Factory ensures a flawless professional finish with beautifully blended buttercream and detailed undersea decorations.
Why should I buy a little mermaid cake instead of making one?
Buying guarantees precision and presentation that’s difficult to achieve at home. Each little mermaid cake from The Cupcake Factory is crafted by hand, with evenly layered colours, secure fondant elements, and edible shimmer details. It arrives party-ready, saving time while maintaining the perfect under the sea look.
What is a little mermaid cake?
A little mermaid cake is a themed celebration cake inspired by ocean colours, seashells, and mermaid tails. The Little Mermaid Cake from The Cupcake Factory features layers of soft buttercream in pink, aqua, and lilac tones, finished with shimmering decorations and fondant characters. Designed to resemble an underwater world, it’s perfect for birthdays and parties with a magical “under the sea” theme.
How many guests will The Little Mermaid Cake serve?
Choose the size to suit your celebration:
- 4″ double height – up to 10 serves
- 6″ double height – up to 20 serves
- 8″ double height – up to 35 serves
- 10″ double height – up to 50 serves
Each little mermaid cake maintains the same tall, layered design, ensuring an even slice for every guest.
What flavours can I choose for The Little Mermaid Cake?
Flavour options include:
- Chocolate
- Vanilla
- Red velvet
- Marble (half chocolate–half vanilla)
Each flavour is layered with soft buttercream to complement the pastel tones of the cake’s ocean-inspired design.
How far in advance should I order my little mermaid cake?
Please allow at least 48 hours’ notice. This ensures time to bake, cool, and decorate each layer, as well as to apply the detailed fondant and shimmer elements that make the Little Mermaid Cake so distinctive.
Where can I buy a little mermaid cake in Sydney?
Order your Little Mermaid Cake from The Cupcake Factory for Sydney-wide delivery or collection from:
- Unit 6, 43 Herbert Street, Artarmon NSW 2064
How should I store The Little Mermaid Cake before serving?
Store in a cool, dry area or refrigerate overnight if collecting early. Bring to room temperature 3–4 hours before serving so the buttercream softens. Keep away from sunlight to protect the pastel colouring and decorative details.
Are little mermaid cakes popular for children’s birthdays?
Yes. Little mermaid cakes are one of the most requested designs for young children’s cakes. Their bright ocean colours, edible details, and familiar character theme make them ideal for second birthdays and under the sea celebrations.
