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I recently made one. It was standing up, just like a real bottle. I used oval shaped pan (2 sizes) &stacked them. For the top of the bottle I carved a cupcake. I staked the larger oval layers on top o ...

I'm also in Louisiana. I have a detached kitchen located on my property. I live out in the country, so I don't have the zoning issues. Health Department is where I started, they were a big help. CPA g ...

I teach full time, and opened my cake & catering business 2 1/2 yrs. ago.
It is NOT EASY. Good time management, organization are keys. Also, a DH that's very supportive is also helpful. While I'm tea ...

I opened up 2 1/2 yrs. ago. I had a building on my property, so we upgraded to specifications. Some people thought I'd never get business, since I am in a rural location. WRONG!! Once people tried my ...

I agree with Indydebi- I joined my local BNI chapter last summer, and it really made a difference - got me exposure to people/clients I never would have had contact with before.

I formed an LLC. Insurance runs me $250/year for a $2million policy. That's the lowest policy I could get. It's through Hartford.

Good luck! I've never regretted for one minute, taking the plunge!

Yes, the sheild is there to prevent glass from flying in the food in case the bulb pops, explodes, or anything like that. I got my covers at Lowe's - don't remember how much, but they are really inexp ...

In my area, some do, some don't. Some ask for proof of insurance, also.
Those that ask for proof keep it for liability purposes, and their own protection (and really mine, too). I do both cakes and c ...

I have 3.......got them at Sam's for $118 each. Work beautifully, and plenty sturdy.

I am in Louisiana, insured with Hartford. $2million for $250/year, which I thought was VERY reasonable!

How wonderful! I'm excited for you. That certainly is something to be proud of!

I've used dowels for years, no problems. I'm in Louisiana, too - about 30 miles north of Lafayette. I think putting it in the trunk was a BIG part of the problem. Trunk is super hot, super rough. It d ...

My sales are also up significantly. People here are shopping around, and looking for the best quality they can get for their money. This has brought lots of people my way. I'd say I've got 4 times th ...

Not sure, DH runs many of my errands, and he gets it for me. I'm sure if you walk in and ask, they'll be happy to help you!

I usually get mine at Cracker Barrel - you know, the restaurant with the lots of old fashioned candy,gifts, etc.