How can I make a huge fake birthday cake for next to no money that will withstand the wind?

I have a relay for life team and our theme this year is a birthday party. I want to make a really large fake birthday cake to decorate our campsite. We dont want to spend much money because the money needs to go to cancer research etc. I'd like it to be about 6 feet round and about 5 ft tall. Any ideas how to accomplish this? And what about other decorating ideas for this occassion? this will be outdoors.

How can I make a huge fake birthday cake for next to no money that will withstand the wind?
You could use heavy gauge wire and nylon. You have to slash the nylon at intervals so the wind will go through instead of knocking it over. If you know someone who gets the coupons to Jo-Ann Fabrics, you will probably spend less than $10.00. It would take a little sewing skill to do the cake shape.


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