Selling My First Cake

[@desslou]

I think it looks amazing and I think $45 is a great price personally, but you should always think about what the cake is worth to you, how much time and how much it cost you to make it.

[@Weeklyproductions]

So true

[@Willow-kt4wr]

Just need to add up how much the ingredients come to + what you think your time was worth, you don't want to under charge, cuz there is no profit in that

[@lavanyaa8781]

It's actually accurate by seeing the place she live in plus it was last minute

[@Simba______]

They say that whatever the total cost was for all of the time, ingredients, utilities, etc..... Just triple it and that's what you should charge.

[@Hairlessraisin]

@@lavanyaa8781 What’s her house got to do with a cake??

[@KM-tk2ih]

$45 is literally the exact price I’ve seen a cake like this sell for. It’s beautiful and you did a wonderful job!

[@freelancerconverse4413]

Made by a professional

[@hawabari4558]

This is not worth $45 about $10 at the corner shop for this

[@carolynbarrett6542]

Inflation, now $60 easily! It’s fabulous!

[@Leo-qq8ub]

1.400 like

[@deddrz2549]

@@hawabari4558 that's cuz corner stores have generic designs that are made over and over again, a company making in bulk is a lot cheaper than one person making a single one to order

[@alicelangdon5208]

Don't sell yourself short babe! ❤ That cake is a beautiful last minute cake. More than I would have expected for such short notice!

[@jodyhoo]

$45 for your first cake, fairly simple, is perfect. Once you gain confidence…. $60 and up up up…. Looks awesome! I’m sure she was pleased!

[@Rani-dream]

in my opinion she should start with the right price imeadently, or else returning clients might complaint about the price being higher than before. It could couse trouble after a while

[@biggiecheese3012]

45$ is a perfect price and I liked how you were honest and told her you’ve never sold a cake the cake looks AWSOME!

[@Thewesmen67]

15$ max

[@KEAUNASLIF3XO]

@@Thewesmen67 no its not.

[@queenleo3238]

​@@Thewesmen67 you don't know how the econ works then.15$ is probably about the price of the Ingredients on their own.

[@mia_canady0951]

Jesus Christ loves you!!!!!

[@drelle504]

She undercharged big time. That's easily a $90-$100 cake for me.

[@SweetDreamsBakeShoppe]

You nailed it! $45 is incredibly low (even for a 6 inch) for my area, but in the beginning it’s totally normal to charge a little bit lower. Once you get a bit more confidence with cakes I would recommend raising your prices. 💕💕

[@ouchyoukiller]

I can get an 8 inch for thirty with cream frosting and lettering at rosens in chicago

[@FK-nu2pg]

@@ouchyoukiller that’s a business not a single person

[@meowzers.p]

@@ouchyoukiller then get that if you want. that’s a business with employees and this is a small baker who is just one person. don’t see what relevance a businesses price is to a self owned shops price

[@ouchyoukiller]

@@meowzers.p i didn't think of it that way. A busy bakery with 10+ employees, overhead, electric, gas and maintenance is pretty pricey. And I was being generous. It's 26$. That's alot cakes they're pumping out of that place.

[@angelxsiren0]

@@ouchyoukiller but they also likely can buy much more in bulk (businesses usually have deals to keep their ingredients costs low), and can only pump out more cakes because of the employees. It's a fair point though, but some people prefer the 1 on 1 interaction vs talking with a business

[@buildbackstronger8058]

That’s worth $60 and I wouldn’t have any problem paying that - especially for last minute order! Beautiful!

[@sexypancake1]

I used to work in a bakery for 4 years, and this is how I'd price it: - $65 starting price (it may not look like a very big cake, but it's VERY tall, and will serve a lot of slices). - Add $10 for the decorations (could charge more considering you provided more than one). - Add $10-20 for time/labor (which is a very modest amount, considering you're still learning and maybe spent a long time on the cake, but as you get better, you'll knock these cakes out faster). - Add another $10-20+ for a convenience fee (this can be anything from the fact that it was requested last minute, the fact that the area you live in may not have other bakeries, the quality/price of your ingredients, potential delivery fees, and the fact that you NEED to make a profit somewhere)... In the end, you could charge anywhere between $95 and $115 and still be within a normal range for a single tier extra-tall cake. For reference, our 6x10 cake (next size up) usually started at $125 for a plain cake with no decorations. Obviously, your city/geography will play a big part in how much you can charge, and once you build a loyal clientele and get more demand you can start charging more. It's all about reputation, confidence in the quality of your product, and of course, END RESULTS. This cake looks amazing!

[@ladyniteryder5]

Omg this was so nice and helpful to have put all of this information together for her.i love seeing people help out. Let me share a story about my cake pop experience. I did it from my godson's birthday. Probably made about 50 to 60 cake apps from start to scratch and I quickly learned after it took me a total of about 16 hours to do everything keep. In mind it was mandalorian theme and each one of them was amandalorian helmet in chocolate which is probably way took me so long.but I am A. Novice and it was my very first time doing it. That's why it took so long. But my point to you is after trying not for my very first time. Yes? Definitely understand and see? The. Value and bakers and why certain things cost A? $100 $203100. Depending on? What you're asking for.cute and remind you're not? Charging a regular rate of minimum wage or $20 an hour for your cakes like the lady above. Adamized the details of what you would be charging and why.that is accurate. It was way worth it for me to do it for him but next time as my godson. I love him,but I will definitely be paying a Baker. Exactly what they're worth whether it's 102 100 or $300 for the value of the baked goods.because the time and effort that. A Baker puts in is a lot and excruciating especially when you're trying to get each in every detailed exactly the way the customer wants it. Period just charging yourself regular hourly fee and whatever the cost of the materials for the flower eggs etc. It's definitely not enough for all of the labor that actually goes into the bait goods and making sure that it is as fresh and moist as can be. When someone comes picks up their product. So cuto to you good job. It seems to give a lot of really good advice on here so hopefully that definitely flourish your business.and one thing I did see someone say before. Was you're not a bakery you're a home Baker and home? Baker spend more money than people at grocery stores or in and actual bake shop because they buy in bold and you don't. So keep that in mind.

[@-t.whit.-7348]

This is a great detailed advice!!! Ty helps us all!!

[@emelychavez97]

YESSSS, GOD BLESS YOU FOR SHARING THIS INFORMATION WITH HER!

[@mmarco8787]

You're insane.

[@MsLilly200]

I feel like that's really expensive... But maybe I live in a cheaper area than you lol. Imo 45 dollars was a good price. Especially since the customer asked for a simple 1tier cake. So even though krissybakes kinda made a 3tier cake that _would_ normally be more expensive, I feel like she should still only charge for a simple 1tier... (Maybe a little more due to material costs.) Since... you know... It would be kinda much more expensive than what the customer ordered.

[@aleaharkawik3431]

I’m a professional pastry chef. I’d hire you in a sec. I can’t believe this was your first sold cake. You did a great job! Keep it up!

[@Kat_Ducky_17]

this is a fantastic compliment you are so kind!!

[@monkiesmama03]

I'm a pastry chef by trade as well and second this. Fantastic work. Furthermore, pricing depends on the market where you live, your cost and so much more. In my area, this would be a $70 cake.

[@Emerald_YT]

@@218girl I agree! I love when people always give out nice compliments to others!

[@Itz_RedDevil4273]

Do u have any pointers? Sorry this is late but I wanna get better at bakery stuff

[@dannymiller6245]

When I watched her spread the icing I was like 🤔

[@londiwengcobo2586]

Oh sweetheart you've got this, go out there and knock em off their feet!!

[@nancyhenriquez3178]

I love this comment you’re so sweet🥺

[@nancyhenriquez3178]

I agree she’s got it!!

[@rach5366]

Beautiful reply could not agree more

[@mikeywheeler2698]

Great reply

[@ellehaynes2800]

What a sweet comment! I hope she does!

[@rhm987]

$45 is a great price for that cake. It’s simple and clean. Everything you could want for a small gathering. You did great!

[@hershey1141]

I would definitely recommend calculating your costs by finding the costs of materials and tripling it to account for time and labor and that’s your price

[@kimgaddatmakeitsweetyeg5820]

Ya. I have a feeling she got severely taken advantage of by the client. Blows my mind bakers refuse to cost out their products and ask others to randomly price their products which are usually at a loss. Heartbreaking 💔

[@RASHEDAAAA]

I sell cakes. My 6" starts at $55. So depending on how much ingredients cost, you could be underselling. Plus you have to pay yourself too.

[@cambriastarr8337]

I believe a cake like that could go for a bit more +$10-20 more

[@kaeomii5949]

@@cambriastarr8337 that's too less for someone hand making a cake. $40+ is a good price

[@tabitas.2719]

@@kaeomii5949 I read her comment as encouraging the lady that next time she can charge 10-20$ more. :)

[@destinydavis4328]

@@cambriastarr8337 pp

[@gaorandomdude9672]

Bruh

[@ricardobelgrave2744]

Your honesty was enough for me, I would paid any amount charged

[@Enoughalready20237]

Right?!

[@Hor7236]

My thoughts exactly!

[@sirajshaikh5244]

1M dollars excluding taxes

[@whiteperson1742]

I stole a candy bar when I was a kid can I have some money for the honesty?

[@ricardobelgrave2744]

@@whiteperson1742 don’t make yourself a fool!

[@SandiByrd]

I think that person got a DEAL. That's a gorgeous cake!

[@ericabelcher8760]

Exactly!!!💯

[@muichiroofthemist5513]

I have a soft spot for people with small business and always wish them success

[@tiffanyholman4028]

Depending on where you live, $45 is a little under what a cake like that would cost, and it was last minute too. It looks awesome, very simple and well shaped. Keep practicing always, and sell whatever you want to hun! Congratulations!

[@TrashyQuery]

If $45 is in USD, that's so cheap. In Australia, these cakes go for $100-150 AUD(70-103USD)

[@bug3861]

@@TrashyQuery in canada we also have more expensive cakes 70$+ usd

[@RED-fo9py]

under?!

[@zap_27]

I know for where I'm at 45$ would be considered low too, kinda crazy when you think about it😅 but a lot goes into making cakes like this!

[@alybean4211]

I’d pay 20$ for that cake

[@alexnothome2406]

When making a price for your cakes you need to consider: • how much time it took • how much the ingredients to make it were • Complicated or Simple • How many tiers • Was the order last minute or you had time? • Power/Electricity used in the process of making

[@kjlizzy147]

This is true

[@user-rd6yj5dv9w]

and it has to turn out good

[@julianavandervelden186]

Yess

[@julianavandervelden186]

@@user-rd6yj5dv9w lol yeah obvi haha

[@Chinoiserie9839]

When I started selling cakes back in college. We usually divide the price base on the amount of that particular ingredient needed. If a 1 kilo of flour cost around 2 dollars and if the cake only needs a quarter then I divide that 2 dollars to four and the result will be the price I put for the flour. Then i do the same for the rest of the ingredients. After that, thats where I decide the amount of profit I want for a single cake. Also dont forget about the amount of electricity and gas for a single cake.

[@madisoncarroll8561]

Girl , that’s a ✨GORGEOUS ✨ cake you should sell them

[@successful8531]

You are doing great, keep doing it 👏 👍 💪

[@MissBrittneyofCourse]

Simple and clean, perfect for the occasion.

[@monica7913]

Really well done! And $45 for that size when you're just starting out seems about right to me.

[@michelledavignon7947]

It's beautiful 😍

[@patti7447]

Oh my gosh😮! You waaaay undercharged!! That cake was amazing!!

[@hana67432]

Your First ever Cake is beautiful and it looks super delicious as always! Never Stop Believing in yourself Krissy. 😃

[@marinamorales707]

Your first cake looks so clean and beautiful! Good job! As far as pricing goes, calculate your supplies and labor cost, then up charge from there. No matter what anyone thinks your cake should cost, you need to make sure you’re collecting what you need/want☺️

[@Player1_Mikey]

Also a great tip a teacher said for things like this is give yourself a loan. Like if you dont know how much you should price your labor, see how much a baker gets paid. And then also add the other things. But i get that pricing your time can be difficult so.. just give yourself an hour loan!

[@DizzyCawna]

Id say 60 to 65. Yummy

[@user-ms1zn8py2j]

I totally agree ,great job!!!!! yes be completely proud of your beautiful creation. I'm sure you will only get better and better as time goes on ...I'm considering being a cake maker myself..just browsing the web looking at some ideas.. There sure are some talented folks out there gets me a little intimidated and but I think I gonna go for it thanks to your video you are pretty aweome young lady...good luck on your journey God Bless You always!!!!;)

[@user-ms1zn8py2j]

I totally agree ,great job!!!!! yes be completely proud of your beautiful creation. I'm sure you will only get better and better as time goes on ...I'm considering being a cake maker myself..just browsing the web looking at some ideas.. There sure are some talented folks out there gets me a little intimidated and but I think I gonna go for it thanks to your video you are pretty aweome young lady...good luck on your journey God Bless You always!!!!;)

[@user-ms1zn8py2j]

I totally agree ,great job!!!!! yes be completely proud of your beautiful creation. I'm sure you will only get better and better as time goes on ...I'm considering being a cake maker myself..just browsing the web looking at some ideas.. There sure are some talented folks out there gets me a little intimidated and but I think I gonna go for it thanks to your video you are pretty aweome young lady...good luck on your journey God Bless You always!!!!;)

[@aprilpinkard9929]

“Cheap cake ain’t good and good cake ain’t cheap.” Your cake looks delicious and beautiful.🥰 Best wishes for your new business!

[@kat376]

This should be on a bakers' business cards! Its super true!

[@sophieg8500]

I don’t personally agree

[@whiteperson1742]

All cake is cheap to make

[@averypark2210]

That is such an amazing quote, I absolutely agree. LOVE IT!

[@aquemini154]

Idk, Betty Crocker and grocery store cake is pretty fucking good

[@jenniferthomas5305]

Your cake looks professional and the price seems right. Great job!!! ❤

[@GeorgeMorgan6600]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@abbyabby9303]

You are the realest reader thank you for your wisdom you provide us with

[@sarahardila]

I’ve sold some cakes to ppl and I’d say depending on your location and how long it took to make the cake plus how much it cost, 45$ is undercharging I’d say 50-60 is more average

[@Juju-ce6ch]

Yeah I think so too

[@123rororose]

Me too u time was in this

[@sinnersonly2896]

I agree.

[@josephgarza2772]

For a first cake, you did pretty darn good. I've made over 300 cakes. If you wish to take some hints. 1. Your basic frosting smoothing is very good. 2. Remember your an artist. What ever you see in your mind, you can create. Tips, piping, colors, glitter, 3D, waterfalls, filled cakes. Your imagination is your only limit. Go for the STARS💥👍

[@baljitbassi2958]

I love that 💖✨🥰

[@HoneyBrown67]

Do you have any videos of your cake decorating? I think this young lady did an excellent job and I am watching all videos so I can learn as well. I'm good at glazes.

[@brendalee8694]

Great comment

[@SheWritesHerJourney_]

You got this, don’t overthink the process! So cute!

[@SapavemLasae]

I've done several cakes for friends and I honestly think you did great. It looks clean and for your first cake I think you did great. Of course it's also good to get feedback but nice job!

[@InComgenie]

After reading these comments I would’ve never thought cakes were this expensive lol

[@cyavsqz67]

Shit i would never pay this much for that cake but I’m cheap.

[@Holy-Of-Dogs]

Someone offered 400 euro's because they live in denmark

[@kurosekai2736]

Ikr that cake in my country will be sold for 15dollars, cuz 25 dollars cakes around here are made with a lot of dry fruits like pistachio and hazelnut

[@dudealllava1208]

@@kurosekai2736 where ya from?

[@K.Acumaa]

Same lmao. A cake with a simple design like that would be $12, can be pushed up to $15 because it's a last minute request but any higher than that would be considered overpriced.

[@fatimahadid4645]

$45 for this cake that was made last minute!! definitely underpriced

[@deloresadiakite5740]

I don't believe that you charged enough for your first cake! Your cake LOOKS as PROFESSIONAL as any other cake decorator I've seen lately! Keep up the good work. PRACTICE, PRACTICE PRACTICE. You will develop you niche and improve your gift in no time! I have been doing this for over 50 years! You're off to a great start! Stay motivated and Blessed!

[@shlmel]

Yes! Sell cakes😋 🎂

[@susanpineda177]

$45 for four layers, no filling , last minute order. I don’t know where your business is. I think you could easily sell for $60.

[@AdriiiVlogs]

I agree

[@GrifoStelle]

It was 1 tier, with a drawn name and cross. This wasn't the cake she made, she made the sheet cakes you get at the store. Still a fair enough price.

[@davoraeleni6497]

60 bucks !!

[@MadisonFalco]

I agree

[@SparkyGecko]

@@GrifoStelle This is the cake she made. It is one tier, the 3 pieces she used is not each a tier. She also didn't say drawn on it she said his name put on it, the name Jalen.

[@caramia114]

Girl don't ask the customers 😂 add your ingredients up. Add your time ect. Make this worth it!

[@annabanana7084]

She didn't ask the customer she asked her social media following

[@mightynamburi4152]

appreciate who do ! s!ut your mouth if you can't do!

[@galexymarimarbear7171]

She said she did what she was comfortable with so don't talk back 🙄

[@miraonline01]

@@galexymarimarbear7171 she literally ASKED us what we thought… stfu

[@Imdrunk_]

@@galexymarimarbear7171 ok are you 5 no wait 2? Yea that’s more like it are you a mom “dOnT tAlK bAcK” go cry 😃🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@kayceetaylor2151]

Very pretty! I love how you did the bottom like the waters of baptism/The River Jordan! I also love how you used two different blues that overlap to simulate waves -- wonderful!

[@user-su9sx1tg7z]

Wow that's awesome you did great job and it's good price 👌 keep it up

[@nospoonsjustvibes]

$45 was definitely undercharging, especially last minute with custom decorations.

[@ScousersWife]

I agree with the part about custom design, but I don't understand why charge more for last-minute. Please help me understand.

[@SkettiKandie]

I was thinking close to $50 bc is looks really basic. Imo

[@MsNeonDion]

@@ScousersWife because last minute usually means you’re probably working overtime, during hours you wouldn’t normally work, putting everything to the side to make sure a cake gets done. Or you could look at it like express shipping, you pay more for something to get to you faster.

[@dekugang8160]

I disagree tbh I feel like she could have done better with the waves. But it still looks decent

[@nospoonsjustvibes]

@@dekugang8160 yes, there’s always room for improvement. AND, it takes a lot of time to bake a cake and skill to make it that level and clean of a frosting, especially with chocolate cake. So she should definitely be charging for time and materials, plus the rush order, which would displace her usual business operations.

[@alexisgarcia1344]

That's beautiful. Most cakers usually charge per serving and the amount of work it would take to complete the project. They may also include if they need a helper to help them complete the order or design.

[@tracystarr9205]

Good job!!

[@helenelatzanichsestito18]

Great job Krissy! Very neat, simple but attractive. I'm sure your customer must have been happy with your creation!

[@charlaporter7773]

CONGRATULATIONS on your sale...and good luck with your business!!

[@GeorgeMorgan6600]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@snicksss]

When deciding the price of something you made, i think it should go like this: How much did the materials cost? How much time did it take to make? How well done does it look in your eyes?

[@alladdisonplayz5825]

Ya

[@anjaliutsav3144]

If i made something myself it will always look shit

[@vsvarshinigudivada9700]

😯

[@princessparmesan7184]

This comment section passed the vibe check. The cake looks amazing, I would pay more that for a custom cake.

[@princessparmesan7184]

@Vanessa Garcia haha nah just meant that the comments were all really nice and rightly so 😆

[@amayahernandez8023]

i love your comment. the vibes are so right here, i was nervous i was going to come across something negative

[@Ross1984.]

Nah

[@Ross1984.]

@Tropical BTS because I love you so much😩😩

[@Ross1984.]

@Tropical BTS give me all you have

[@mjpartyof7784]

Great job and you are so ready to sell cakes 🎂 girl!! Way to go and keep up the great work!

[@ShineForlyn777]

Gorgeous, you are worthy of your hire. I think each cake will take you higher and higher! The Joy of the Lord be your Stength, Little Sister! Great job! Honestly, last minute I would have paid up to $100 dollars.

[@BreezyLavender]

$50-$60 would be appropriate for this kind of cake in the current economy. After all, it is fresh baked and custom made. You also should take into consideration factoring in the hours you spent on it from start to finish and the cost of your ingredients per cake. Don’t be afraid to price higher than retail because after all retail is a streamlined process made to be cost effective. If they wanted cost effective they could go to the supermarket and have something written in a sheet cake. It’s nice to be generous but you also need to pay yourself respectfully!

[@ggallin5080]

You have to think about the longevity of your business and not just how much money you can make that day. Someone will buy it for 50-60 but they probably aren’t going to come back because it’s too expensive. If it’s the first cake you made you should be more focused on exposure and trying to get recommendations while you improve.

[@stichexsperament6263]

@@ggallin5080 50-60 dollars is not expensive for this cake. Id say its a fair price. Even though the ingredients are probably no more than $20, Decorating a cake, even a very very simple one like this is a very lengthy process. The lady asked her to make a cake last minute too and seeming that she probably has other cupcake orders to fulfill shes going to have to put them off to make this cake.

[@Penny526]

No way I’d pay that

[@ryanhoward5368]

@@stichexsperament6263 definitely expensive, in the uk thats like £40 for a cake, can literally get a store bought cake for £10 or 12$, one of that size and custom here would be like £25

[@KiTA-]

No

[@spicyy_dicey5580]

More like $60 remember that your time and effort are included

[@tobimartinez1371]

Remember she still learning its nice but 60 oh no

[@cooltime339]

60 is good because you spend time on it and you have to pay for all of the ingredients

[@softiiabbyiiplays7408]

@@cooltime339 yea and also it was last minute and it’s her first time making a cake for a customer

[@nimetulaps]

Nah 45 is good

[@vickimiller537]

T think 45 is fair but I think 60 from now on because 3layer with two yellow cake layer and ione chocolate layer. 3 layers of color white,light blue dark blue . But you could made the chocolate layer slice take out some of the cake chocolate mousse in center layer 60 Dollared to 75 dollars.

[@Cassidy-xx3dh]

That cake looks amazing 🎉🎉🎉

[@Grace_oGD]

For a first ever cake you murdered it. Well done. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 You did great!!!

[@matt.108]

45-65 seems completely reasonable. Don’t undervalue yourself. Looks great.

[@larryrico4119]

I would pay 15 to 25$

[@stbrandonn]

@@larryrico4119 bruh with that type of price you can go in a walmart and get a ok one

[@Perser529]

@@larryrico4119 You are definitely underestimating the work

[@damason724]

@@larryrico4119 u the same type of dude thinks they shouldn't tip people either.... losserrr

[@azariaasleep7621]

Larry's just a troll guys ;[ no need to give them what they want

[@LucitaBrown]

These days: $60 minimum. That cake looks so yummy. You’re very talented.

[@Bubbalinguini]

No, my mom literally got my brother a birthday cake that was 2x bigger than that for $30 60 is overpriced unless you are making a kings cake

[@ChEzIt]

@@Bubbalinguini she said she was just starting making cakes so its not going to be as easy as professionals or people who've been doing it for a while. Plus for her first sold cake it looks amazing. Worth the $45-$60

[@Bubbalinguini]

@@ChEzIt 45-60 is good, but this dude said "60 minimum", pointing to the possibility it is 60+

[@tylerfleet5881]

I think that she is very very very very good looking yummy 😌🙂

[@arobinson4305]

Once you have a $45 cake client they will balk at $60 or $80 a cake. Set your price and skillset to the clients you want to serve.

[@GDavin]

Aww! You are a natural!

[@triassic8210]

At the bakery I work at, we’d probably price it around $60-$70, especially if it was made from scratch.

[@Kazeshini6]

I would look at you like you were stupid walk out the door and go to another Bakery I'm not paying no more than $40 for that cake

[@triassic8210]

@@Kazeshini6 and I’d look at you like you’re stupid for going to a privately owned bakery and expecting a custom cake for under $50 lol. Go to Kroger.

[@itsrylee0120]

@@Kazeshini6 broke

[@immafaint673]

Totally depends where you live

[@Th3_Sage]

@@Kazeshini6 then don’t

[@tandorgamash]

When starting people tend to underprice their work, it's not only a cake you are selling but your time and energy.

[@alexandriatownsend119]

Looks good to me, girl. Super clean! Tight! I'd buy it. Stay motivated, and never sell yourself short.

[@user-bz2hm8oy9m]

Great job and since you got that first sale out of the way, all cakes should be $60 and up!!! YOU ARE WORTH IT!!!

[@thdoggo1]

$45 is actually incredibly reasonable, especially when it is done at the last minute and factoring in all costs. I would expect to pay as much as $60 plus a tip. Butter is expensive these days, lol.

[@karolynrodriguez2776]

When I was still in high school, my art teacher told me that the way I price my art pieces was a reflection of how I valued my art and tbh I didn’t quite understand what she meant until today. So I personally think that you could’ve gotten away with charging about $50-$80 for this cake but $45 isn’t too bad

[@b.walker5955]

FABUTABULOUS! That's super great work! Put your whole heart into everything you do, you can't fail!

[@JadeBlackWolf]

You did a great job. Keep it up!!♥

[@ryanhoffmann9341]

Last minute like that I would personally expect to pay AT LEAST $50 for that cake. I would purchase it and be thrilled. Nice work!

[@marwabenladen9427]

WHYY THE F YOU'RE LYING !!!THE CAKE IS NOT THAT GOOD , DON'T LIE JUST TO MAKE HER FEEL GOOD

[@cheese-dw7mi]

@@marwabenladen9427 agreed, shes not a child, she doesnt need peoples sympathy

[@kosherkushh]

@@marwabenladen9427 you’re not understanding the labor and materials that go into stuff like this plus the amount of hours it takes to even get to the point she’s at.

[@marwabenladen9427]

@@kosherkushh If she worked so hard like you're saying just to get that look , I think she was just wasting time

[@marwabenladen9427]

@@kosherkushh I don't see any amount of hours , we can see clearly in the video it didn't take that much

[@LMCorvinus]

Looks beautiful, may this be the start of many many more paid cakes to come!

[@leslierodriguez7186]

Amén

[@suzannedavies2480]

You go girl ! That cake looked super! I’m sure you have a fabulous cake making career ahead of you and I hope people come to you and you your pockets are full! X

[@arianashelby7895]

Yay!! Congrats! It’s so perfect 🎉🎉

[@mymyMelly]

You kidding me? You did not need to mention this is your first cake sold I can’t believe that with how good this is. You should 10000000% continue doing this❤❤❤

[@HazbinBrainRot]

fr agreed

[@missyotoole4644]

You did a great job on the cake. I sell custom cakes and I start at $80 for my 6” 3 layer cakes. You have to include your ingredients, bake time, cake board, cake box, supplies and your time spent on the cake 😊

[@dreamwizards4358]

Exactly

[@joryeggs]

solid! i was going to comment something similar 😝

[@justsomebananas1]

But $80 is a lot of that type of cake I know it takes a lot of time but I would put it at $60 tops

[@dreamwizards4358]

@@justsomebananas1 it’s all how you value yourself.

[@justsomebananas1]

@@dreamwizards4358 well yea but for me I would put it at $60 yk

[@karenemerson4603]

Great job. Love the colors.

[@lexLG7885]

Beautiful!

[@toproxy101]

From another cake decorator I say u did an amazing job on the cake I love how u did ur fault lines and I would say for the 45price is good I would say once u get more orders u should charge a bit more 😄💕

[@bodyofhope]

Yes! She'll build up her client base charging lower and they'll understand if it's not 100% perfection. She can charge higher prices as she gets more and more referrals, and feels good about making a profit.

[@darkdaygirl]

@toproxy101: Someone else said cakers usually charge by the serving. Maybe you could give her some advice on how much per serving is reasonable.

[@Crazyconfedy]

Just because you have more customers that doesn’t mean you should charge more .... It’s about quality and quantity

[@toproxy101]

@@Crazyconfedy I never said nothing bout me having customers I just said I'm another cake decorator and I just said that's good for starting out bc I am also starting my own home cake decorating at home business so I just agree with her starting at 45 for the cake and like I said later down the road when she has more customers buying her cute cakes she can charge bit more 😄💕

[@toproxy101]

@@darkdaygirl im still new for the serving size bc I'm still figuring that out u are right tho alot of that is for like really big cakes like wedding cakes and the tier cakes for the prices for serving size bout the pricing :) 😀 I know on that bc where I am working right now for cake decorator 😄 hehe

[@Zyanalol]

I feel like one person said $60 and everyone took it and ran with it lol

[@Nottodaygoddamnit]

Lmfao facts

[@somerandomguy3807]

Exactly 😆 I wouldn't even pay 40 nevermind 60

[@LuisMoreno-dx4pu]

the cake is okay just super simple.. $45 is ok wouldn’t pay $60

[@illestvillain1971]

@@LuisMoreno-dx4pu I wouldn't buy it at all. Not a cake fan

[@nicholegallo1090]

My uncle has 4 bakeries local that beat cake boss in NJ In a contest and I sent him this video and he said 60 is appropriate

[@mamazenaluv_u7624]

Girl you did that!❤ You are gonna do great. I’m rooting for you

[@eleshawashington4918]

I would buy it because it looks beautiful simple and neat the different layers are definitely a bonus🌹.

[@orbitaldumpsterfire]

$45 sounds right for your experience level and the fact that you're just starting out 🙂 The cakes work great. Do a few more of these little "test" cakes until you can be confident you can make a decent cake on a semi-consistent basis and then come up with a pricing plan that's a little bit more on par with other bakers in your area 🙂

[@crystalztube217]

I 500% agree. She is doing great. With more practice she will be amazing. $45 is a great price this is a very simple cake. Great job hun. You got this. I would up your prices once you get better. I would for sure pay $45 for this cake you did an amazing job.

[@hayley9029]

I think your honesty is the best policy! Word of mouth is the best advertising you could have.When you have done a couple and gained your confidence you can charge more,I e s feeling you will have a few customers just off this vid.I wish I could order one but I'm in Liverpool / Southport.All the best as your amazing 🥰

[@swinithabell2622]

First, this cake is under charged. It’s beautiful. Starting should be $60

[@loloanxietycrystals1697]

Here’s is 45

[@loloanxietycrystals1697]

Lol

[@jas7036]

Depends on location. I’m I. Washington, DC and that would be $100 minimum but my in-laws are in York pa and it would be $45-65 there so. Either way its lovely

[@_.LILY.THE.HOTTIE._]

I would say that’s a bit much she’s just starting cakes and custom cakes from professional chefs are normally around 45$

[@gellertgrindelwald2921]

Nah 45 seems good tops 50 cause look that cake could be baked by anyone I can’t bake and I could make that cake being honest the frosting is simple it’s not a pattern or a design it’s just 2 colors blue and light blue , the cake has no special filling like ganache or anything like that it’s just buttercream it’s also not a special flavor or anything the cake ain’t special it’s a normal cake it’s worth normal prices it’s worth more than a store cake which is why 45 seems good tops 50 for that simple cake

[@helenalena6193]

If that's your first cake, wow I wanna stay and see how much you improve because it looks perfect.

[@hiimjai6064]

This is really nice for $45! It looks clean and like there was effort put in. I’d be happy with this. Especially since I don’t have to deal with rods and dowels and such

[@chicsocialitee]

I undercharged for so long. Starting out that’s an ok price but I would say $60 at minimum for that cake. You did great!

[@sugarspice7768]

It's one tier, and a simple design. My local baker would do it for $45.

[@chicsocialitee]

@@sugarspice7768 a local, experienced baker might. She’s a home baker, ingredients and supplies alone probably ranged $15-25; she made/purchased custom designs for the cake, the cake is multiple colors + her time (I’m sure 3 hours at minimum from start to finish). $45 wouldn’t even break even.

[@stanley9653]

$60? I wouldn't pay a cent over $5 💀💀💀🚫🧢

[@stanley9653]

Jk. I just buy those woollies cakes so I don't know anything about actual cakes

[@chicsocialitee]

@@stanley9653 not $5!! 😂😂😂😂 So you want a cupcake!

[@rashmikalita]

I'm a baker and have been selling cakes since 3-4 years, so here's what I'd tell you; you need to weigh in the amount of each ingredient that goes into your cake and calculate how much you've paid, next comes your electricity, water etc bills that you'd have to take into consideration, then you have to charge for the labour cost like how much time and effort is going into the particular cake that you're working on, next you have to draw out your profit and charge for the type of packaging as well Hope this helps.

[@SuperCuttie2011]

Genuinely asking why would you calculate the cost of your bills to charge someone for a small business. I understand the ingredients and stuff but Idk about the rest

[@xiaoandyoimiyasimp3193]

@@SuperCuttie2011 neither the oven nor the fridge does heat/cool itself is it?

[@laverna642]

@@SuperCuttie2011 You need to pay yourself too that's why. If you plan to make an actual profit from this business you don't just calculate the cost of ingredients and charge that amount because then you go and buy those ingredients for the next cake and uh oh. That's all the money and you're left with nothing essentially. Really basic business knowledge hope that helps :)

[@alexcoal5111]

Best answer I've seen so far!

[@gabbystar8251]

I would buy it! It looks amazing

[@heysimmone]

Congratulations on selling your first cake. That's a great accomplishment and I'll bet it felt scary and great at the same time. 🎉🎉🎉

[@singlebrowngirl]

If you actually say "that feels right to me" then you've got it... As you grow, you'll figure out if you're making a profit or not

[@eleanorglade1416]

Me in my head: FORTY FIVE DOLLARS LAST TIME WE GOT A CUSTOM CAKE IT WAS ALMOST TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS

[@brendalee8694]

Beautiful 🤩 great job 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼

[@andyjackson3663]

You got skills - keep going, that's another income stream and that can only be a good thing.

[@MyCabbages8]

At the small bakery business I worked at. 8" custom cakes started at $45 and went up based on decoration and labor.

[@loveyloveydovey]

too much..

[@Veronicz]

@@loveyloveydovey Really not. Cakes are quite expensive. And on top of that it’s custom. A cafe I went to once had cakes for over $10 a slice. They were really good though.

[@LeahDelBae]

@@loveyloveydovey with the amount of time and cost of materials to make a custom cake (not to mention the skill) definitely warrants that price.

[@triassic8210]

@@loveyloveydovey that’s definitely on the cheap end for a 8” cake. The bakery I work at, our 6” start at $45. If you’re looking for $20 cakes, I’d say cut your losses and go to Kroger.

[@loveyloveydovey]

guys i’m not paying 45 for a cake!

[@Janae2brian]

Omg!! You did a wonderfu job. Love the cake.

[@karysalmer7158]

For not knowing how to do cakes like really good. You are amazing. Keep on doing the good work.❤

[@ITZS0L]

“I sold my first cake today!” “Well I think I did” Great job girl ❤👏👏👏👏

[@noonelooksatusers]

Fr

[@Lucky_chat]

Here first cake resembled an Oreo but with cream cookie and then cream again

[@christmaschild555]

You did amazing for your 1st cake and $45 is descent kinda low but amazing for your 1st one!!! Also always practice it will always pay off in one way or another

[@Tiktok..177]

Yep

[@amyjackman4118]

Agreed. Technically this is a multi tiered cake, and you did a beautiful job right out of the gate, and the 45 is kinda low, but it might be okay given your area, costs of ingredients, your over head and time spent. Keep going, your doing great!! ( I am an ex pastry chef)Hint, call around to other bake shops and compare your items with theirs, and check out the restaurants too. People usually don’t mind giving out info for beginners.

[@fiveminfood]

In India we would get a cake like this for less than $10 but yeah according to the place where she is $45 may be kind of low. no hate 💗

[@tinabrown1544]

$4, $6, $8 $10 per piece.

[@kellycozens7524]

Yep that'd great

[@Isaadisaa]

Girl need to keep selling cakes they’re amazing

[@lesliecole2359]

Your cake is beautiful! Congratulations!

[@kittysennpaii97]

You are the one working . Please ANYONE out there who does this or anything like it , ART anything! Don't EVER sell yourself SHORT! You are WORTH the work you put into what you do!

[@vshcvsh98]

THIS and do NOT ask your customers how much you should charge. 😅

[@ViviRaaawr]

Then you have no clue how the market works at this time my sweetheart

[@drkrishnap]

That was a very basic design

[@ericawatkins9075]

I would definitely have paid $60 or more for this, it looks great!

[@EIDLExperts]

I just a deposit on a $60 bday cake.

[@ericawatkins9075]

@@EIDLExperts Ooh congrats!!

[@EIDLExperts]

@@ericawatkins9075 oops …meant PAID a deposit for MY CAKE. I’m not a baker hahahah

[@Cfizzle100]

@@EIDLExperts £50

[@luxury7620]

60$? girl u could make this urself for 15$ w no cake making skill & it’d come out very similar

[@arilees]

you got the edges so sharp they looked so good

[@user-dg7mo4ub4h]

Very pretty ❤❤❤, I loved the beautiful blue colors.

[@angiesaylor8527]

The cake is absolutely gorgeous and you’re only going to get better with more practice. $45 was a very safe price point, but I’d suggest raising it like so many others have mentioned. Even nasty box store cakes are more than that! I’m so happy for you and the next chapter of your business ❤️

[@iamjessicubx8954]

Not sure what it’s like in the USA but store bought birthday cakes of all amazing designs, (taste alright too) start from £5 here in UK Your cake is obviously worth more than that. Your price point is ok 😊 but people online can tell you to raise your price but they’re not the people buying them. The last thing we want to happen is you overprice and turn away possible business before you start if that makes sense… genuine advice x Give yourself an hourly wage based on your skill level (be kind but realistic with yourself) and then add the price of ingredients and extras needed for the cake then boom, a respectable affordable price.

[@bethlanious4092]

You can get a really nice cake from Walmart for $45

[@Travelingcub]

Raising it when she just started and she can only do very basic designs?? You can get a detailed cake at Walmart or Kroger for $45 or less.

[@Omnibushido-]

@@TravelingcubWalMart cake sucks ass, I don’t like their frosting either. Same goes with a lot of big name grocery store cakes. I’d rather get a very basic cake that is thoughtful and made with love and care that tastes delicious. She had someone willing to pay for her cake so she’s clearly doing something right. Not to mention it was last minute, there are a lot of independent bakers that would not accept it and if they did they would raise the price. Totally acceptable if she wanted to charge a bit more, they probably wouldn’t have questioned it. That’s the nice thing about being your own boss, you have the right to make the decision of what your time is worth.

[@mamispook5657]

@@iamjessicubx8954 here in the US in Ohio, places like Walmart & giant eagle order frozen cakes & just decorate those 😅 it feels like nothing is homemade anymore.

[@btubtu1805]

There are literally billion dollar companies and “experienced” bakeries who sell the most awful cakes for way more. KNOW YOUR WORTH AND BUMP UP THE PRICE IF YOUR CUSTOMERS ARE SATISFIED.