Posts by tracyaem

I understand tastings and design consultations for weddings and/or large parties. But is it normal to meet with clients over a 30-50 serving shower or birthday cake? I feel like I can send some pictures of designs and go...

I don't see why it would be an issue. My house is open too - kitchen/breakfast room/family room are all connected without any doors or anything. You don't need a separate kitchen in PA.   Oh, I forgot one more thing you...

Yeah, definitely a box. Just seems gross to hand over an uncovered cake. Like others said, too many things could get on it. Plus, just transporting it someone could stick a finger in it by accident.   If I bought a cake and it...

The inspection was very easy. The guy brought his laptop and a small printer and the majority of the time he spent trying to make it work :)   He asked a few questions - mainly around ingredient lists. Definitely have...

Quote: Originally Posted by kikiandkyle  It's not a crime to keep yourself anonymous, but it's rude and ungrateful to keep asking for help you're not interested in and then come back with a new account and a new story...

Actually, in post #20 she states she already has a business plan.

I apologize if my post made you defensive. I really wasn't trying to be negative, but I have given some thought to what it would take to go full-time and I can't find a way to make it feasible (not that others can't, I just can't make...

Yeah, hob/small business here too :)   No way I could ever make even close to what my real job brings in. I only became legal so when my coworker's/friend's/cousin's/BFF wants a cake I can charge them (and use the money to buy...

I agree with others, you need to figure out your price per serving for a buttercream cake and a fondant cake (and make sure to charge extra for extra gumpaste flowers, intricate designs, etc.). A basic buttercream cake (I'm talking...

When giving a quote, I give a few options for tier sizes around their expected turnout and recommend rounding up. Better to have too much cake then not enough!