Top 3 Money Makers for Home Bakers for a Profitable Cake Business

[@TheStationBakery]

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[@jamifitz]

Great info !! You really have me thinking Court !!! Especially the last idea 👏👏👏👌😁

[@TheStationBakery]

@@jamifitz yes!!! Get the mind going! 🙌🏽 there’s so much opportunity.

[@jamifitz]

@@TheStationBakery If you only knew !! I havent pulled the trigger on numerous oppertunities b/c Ive just been not sure .. But now I'm going to do some research & see what people mostly look for from me .. Macs/caked/bars/cookies/classes.. Again thank youu

[@TheStationBakery]

@@jamifitz you are so welcome! I’m excited for you and hope you’re going to apply it in a way that works and makes sense for you! Keep me updated!

[@jamifitz]

@@TheStationBakery Yeah thanks! Me too & I sure will.. Once i figure out what Im goimg to be doing. 😂

[@Marie-v2q]

A pop up is great… I baked all day then hosted a pop up that evening and made over $500 in 2 hours. Nothing feels better than that

[@_JustKianna]

The “package it up & sell it” is the confirmation I needed 😭

[@TheStationBakery]

🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@tashabrown8301]

Right!!!

[@TheStationBakery]

@@Prettyandtimeless there are many options. If you already have a website, you can add it there. A link tree/ link in bio, stanstore, Etsy are all options too!

[@liansosa7919]

Thanks for the tips! How I've been working my business is, I post a menú on Monday for pre-order, that will be ready for pickup on Wednesday. This way I can use from Thursday to Saturday to prepare for event cakes, that are usually held on the weekends. Gives me Doble income and the smaller pre-order items get people motivated to taste my stuff and are more likely to order from me when they need cakes and pastries for parties and events, cuz I've already got them hooked on my treats 💖

[@UTcutie2010]

Good strategy!

[@toyin2376]

That sounds like a plan

[@hf..7271]

Thank you ❤🎉

[@kadeshaclarke2209]

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[@lindsayschlegel9601]

Girl, this was my plan the whole time. To have a set menu. They know what you have and they know they like it, they’ll come back.

[@AGee2217]

I’m a soap maker but I love baking. I just wanted to say all your great suggestions have me so many ideas for my soap business.

[@tamerawilliams1781]

Ouuuuuuuu make bakery soaps !

[@benitathomas3325]

Thanks for the confirmation, God had already instilled some of the ideas you mentioned, so I appreciate your willingness to help others succeed. God bless you.😊

[@sittathecat]

Your product and packaging are so good. I also appreciate how supportive you are to other bakers. Plus, your emotional support person. A newer fan in 🇨🇦

[@emonmcmillon6185]

I definitely like the pre created items instead of custom

[@danaluna7649]

Thank you sooo much! I just started last holiday season for Cocoa Bombs and Cake Pops. I have already repeat customers. God bless you and your business!

[@123Cookies-v7m]

I'm in San Francisco and I've worked at maybe nineteen different gas stations, and I'M SICK OF IT! I want to sell cookies at the markets and GET OUT OF HERE! I have plans for cookie design, but need to learn how all of this stuff works.

[@JudiChristopher]

"YOU GO GIRL" YOU CAN DO THIS Let us know how things worked out... I have FAITH in YOU. I know about working in gas stations... UGH

[@The_ButterQueen]

This was such great motivation! I have been thinking about getting my cottage bakers license and this is definitely making me lean towards yes! Thank you for being so awesome!

[@theresaweinstiger2729]

I have done the local farmer's market for two seasons now. Still trying to get my business off the ground. Thinking about trying some pop ups too. Thanks for the business tips!

[@marrymarry699]

Do you have to be licensed or have a food cottage license in order to sell at the markets,vendors, and popups ?

[@l.p.hunter538]

Thanks so much for the ideas! I'm a new cookier and the idea of pop ups and selling specific sets instead of customized sets is really helpful. Cuts down on the amount of money spent on cookie cutters that you may or may not use often, tools, etc.

[@TBizzle79]

And you'll make more money while also making less cookies! I offer presales and I'm clearing close to $100/dozen because most people will pay $5-7 per cookie vs. spending $50 dozen on special occasion cookies. Just wanted to drop that gem in here for you!

[@l.p.hunter538]

@@TBizzle79 You're awesome! Thank you for that tid bit. I'm definitely gonna keep this in mind😊

[@TheStationBakery]

Definitely saves you money on not having to purchase cutters!

[@TheStationBakery]

Wow! Congratulations @tamara I love to hear and see this in action!

[@ruthpatrick8308]

What’s pop ups n market

[@Bee-Kind-Baker]

You’re a smart lady 🌺 I love all of your videos. You’re so easy going and pleasant to learn from. Thank you for all that you do

[@MzKinkyCurl]

I have hosted classes and done markets and pop ups! I love them. I even used your cake jar techniques too!!

[@TheStationBakery]

Yesss!!!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 I love to hear it 😍 what kind of classes do you host?

[@MzKinkyCurl]

@@TheStationBakery I have a class series I just started all around the Philly, Jersey, and Delaware where it’s a ticketed event to learn one skill and you take home a toolbox of what the skill is, finished piece and lunch or dinner

[@MzKinkyCurl]

Thanks for the gems! I always love your videos! Please do a packaging video or display booth setup for spring/ summer markets and popups

[@TheStationBakery]

Of course!! That’s a great idea and I will add it to the list!

[@MCGamerD]

Yes. Choose from these seasonal options, and that’s it. People will still love it because it is less brain processing for them.

[@hillarymillon]

Is there a how to do a pop-up video? I'd love to see how to put that together. Thanks!

[@lakeemcclain9096]

Thank for sharing your knowledge because this is really good information. I’ve been searching for ways like this to make money and this is exactly what I need!

[@Marie_Garwood]

Love the idea of hosting classes! I never even thought of that!

[@chelleanderson2812]

I don't know how I found your channel but I am so glad I did! Thank you!

[@karinaacosta7579]

Hi thank you so much for taking the time to educate us new bakers. It’s so helpful. Some markets require proper labeling of baked goods. Could you tell me what resources you use to make these?

[@niknaksweets1109]

Hello, I just wanna thank u for taking the time and giving us game. Your suggestions and strategies help me so much in so many ways thank you again have a bless one🤗

[@kys1134]

I listen to you while baking, keeps me company! 😍 I'm a seasoned cookier, trying to wrap my head around your concept. Great idea. I offer preordering for major holidays. However, I think it would also work great for those just starting out to build an audience. I do a mixture of corporate and private custom orders which brings in a lot of $. Me scaling back to specific sets probably wouldn't work for my brand.

[@TheStationBakery]

I love it!! 🙌🏽 and I agree! If you have a system and brand that works for you already, keep at it for sure!

[@DarlitaStephens]

VERY informative! You gave some excellent ideas for increasing revenue. I love to teach so I think that's an avenue I am going to take. I've already planned to not take custom orders for my decorated sugar cookies and will offer sets of 4 designs per dozen. Cake pops will be offered the same way. As far as cakes go, I think that I will create a bunch of dummy cakes for customers to choose from for their celebration. Thanks for planting several seeds.

[@notjillscott7418]

New subscriber! This is my first time finding your channel and I already know I am about to go binge your content. Thank you for the great tips!

[@daniellethompson4178]

I do about 3 Popups a month. They are really fun and profitable.

[@TheStationBakery]

Wow amazing! I love to hear it! Do you do them at your home or at a different location?

[@halasai3682]

What does Popups means please?

[@JudiChristopher]

How much do you usually make per weekend? I am retired... but find myself having to go back to work because my Social Security isn't enough to live on... I'm almost 69 years old. Even though I'm an Acting Teacher... I want to re open my Acting Studio and to do that I have to also re open my little food truck... but I really want to do Desserts... (A LOT OF WORK to just make a living) LOL I was told to have a home bakery and have POP UPs... I just don't know how much money I can make on my Cup Cakes etc... I don't even know how to charge... or how much to charge anymore since price of food has gone up so much. Thank you for your help.

[@psychochicken55]

Thank you so much for this. I am trying to get my home bakery off the ground yet. I mainly sell bread, cookies and fresh eggs at our local farm market. I am hoping to get into a second farm market next year. My number one seller is Honey White Bread.

[@totallynotdanitza]

These are some very good ideas and tips!! I subscribe & can’t wait to binge watch all your videos !!

[@lamyrahal5718]

Hello! New to your channel and appreciating your content! Signature over customs is huge!!! And less stressful. Love your energy SJBG

[@mrs.tweezers7546]

The idea of pop ups, flash sales, etc. would eliminate miscommunications of expectations, it seems. Nice!

[@kashpastry]

first of all, thank you!! these are some amazing tips.. and i really like the last idea, i've been thinking it but was reluctant to do it as clients mostly order custom cakes. However, i also noticed that there's a category of client who just wants a cake and give you the liberty to decorate as you like, i would love to target these customers as custom orders make you go crazyyy most of the time🤯 after watching this i'm sure of doing it now so thanks again 😊

[@tammybrown4009]

I've been following you a while and love your enthusiasm!! I'm a cookier, but somewhat burned out of it after 12 years. I'd love to go into another direction with it. Like you said. Recipes. Maybe technique to sale. But thinking maybe a pop up once or twice a month with specific designs. I'm retired and want little extra income but not too busy to enjoy like❤ thanks for sharing!!

[@TheStationBakery]

Hi Tammy! I’m happy to learn more about you but sorry you burned out! Yes, we have to pivot someone to make the things we want to do work for us. Try out some new tube to see what you like without over doing it. I hope you see the success you desire in the way you want! ❤️

[@Leslie-qj1dd]

GIRL YOURE PUTTING US ON OMGGGG

[@LadySmith247]

The video just started and I'm Excited!!❤🎉

[@raphaelgaldino]

OMG hahah I just loved everything about you in this video... Great energy and knowledge!

[@VensBakes]

I definitely want to do a pop up before the summer is over! Just don’t know how to start

[@shantelibe8424]

Thank u so much for this! I have been trying to find a way for yrs to have that “store front” concept but from home. I love the pre order idea. I jus moved to a new state. Hopefully this can help me build clientele here.

[@sattolbert]

Yes girl!!! Tips were 🔥🔥🔥🔥. Definitely going to take them and work on them.

[@amondigirl8892]

Love it!! ❤❤ The concepts that you brought up, I would have never thought about it...Thank you so much for the info this is game changing for me....😊

[@TheStationBakery]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mrsimaniackerman]

Hosting classes 🤯🙌🏽👏🏽🙏🏽

[@mrsimaniackerman]

Presets 🤯🤯🤯

[@marionferrer1233]

I used to do them. Lately it seems like anything I try to promote on my FB biz page doesn't get seen. It's like if O don't pay to advertise the event? They don't let people see it.

[@SierraWhite-we2os]

Package it up and sell it, package it up and sell it lol you said that so much in the beginning, i HAD to keep watching 😆 great video sis 🤗

[@4evernaenae]

Yassss 🙌🏽🙌🏽 thank you so much for these gems. Definitely going to try some of these out. Some of which I always talk myself out of. 🙏🏽💜

[@TheStationBakery]

You’re welcome! And quit talking lol and get out there! You can do it!

[@carolineyawale]

Have any suggestions on where do to pop ups at? Love 💜 your channe, have been a fan since I’ve found it.

[@TheStationBakery]

Yes! Reach out to some local businesses in your area or the area that you wish to serve. If your community has events, check in with them. Find another small business and partner with them. You can even host your own at your home, a friends home etc. Just be sure to check restrictions for the neighborhoods.

[@AlHA-q6h]

How do you manage storing cupcakes and cakes and sell at markets How to keep them fresh and prevent from melted frosting

[@natpak9466]

Thank you for the information! You are amazing & I really appreciate you! Btw for the pop up or markets do you have any suggestions for how much of each item to bake for these?

[@TheStationBakery]

Aww thank you! I’m glad I can help! As far as how much of each item to make, there are a couple of things you can do. You can contact the organizer to see how much traffic they expect or usually get. If it’s a market, you can visit one weekend to get a feel of what the traffic is like. Then consider that most people will want individual items or small packs. What are your best sellers? Bring more of those and then adjust after you start selling. There’s more but I can only type so much 🥲

[@natpak9466]

@@TheStationBakery I totally understand and thank you so much for your response I really appreciate it!

[@janerissworldvibe7695]

I don’t no nothing on internet I will love a personal teacher to guime

[@napendaadventure]

0:38 I like the way the camera zoomed in on you, when you said "quick money makers" Confidence 😉

[@TheStationBakery]

👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽

[@breedekar448]

Where do you order your sweatshirts from? I'd love to make some for my bakery too! They look so comfy!

[@megandickerson886]

Confirmation🎯🎯🎯 Thank you for your content and for sharing these concepts…sometimes it’s just staring you right in the face🤦🏾‍♀️😂❤️🙏🏾✨

[@michelledelerme2788]

I am a pastry chef and I never realized that your correct.

[@TheStationBakery]

I am glad that this video has brought on the realization! Do you own your pastry shop?

[@michelledelerme2788]

@@TheStationBakery No I do it from home when orders are asked for but since covid I just gave up, that was my backup. I do have a regular job but baking is what makes me happy.

[@michelledelerme2788]

@@TheStationBakery sometimes it's easy to help people but when you need to help oneself it's not as easy. You made me realize different.

[@ThisisJenn]

You're videos are 👏 SO 👏GOOOOD 👏 So much great info and straight to the points*! Thank you so much for sharing everything!!

[@TheStationBakery]

Thank you! I’m happy to help and share!

[@shamikab.5759]

Loved this video so much!

[@nakettaveals8904]

I have done 2 pop up and I didn't take home much but I am going keep doing them because I would get better

[@TheStationBakery]

Yes! Keep improving! Learn what sold and what didnt and adjust from there!

[@patriciastuckey5060]

Very informative thank u happy i came across ur channel

[@rebekahmainor6345]

Girl thank you for the tips. I would love to do a pop up on baked goods. Info please

[@jenaigatlin1069]

Love the idea of pre-sales and creating systems.

[@TheStationBakery]

Yes!! 🙌🏽

[@ladarrynel]

Thanks so much for sharing, the information is helpful!!

[@TheStationBakery]

I’m happy it’s helpful for you!

[@wandamiller9043]

I loved all the options you gave us. Have you ever done a pop up shop?

[@napendaadventure]

Hosting a class sounds good. I will pitch it to my friend, that's got a coffee shop. That will cover some of the rent. 😄👍🏼

[@TheStationBakery]

Sounds great!

[@Oomkoosvandiegrootkaroo]

I live off the markets. You are spot-on❤🇿🇦

[@angelamckinney1323]

Omgoodness girly!!! I been thinking about some of those ideas. I’m working on recipes now. Ppl always asking about can I get that recipe. Lol. Thank you so much! 😍

[@TheStationBakery]

Yesss!! I love it! Go for it!!

[@larrywasserman294]

It’s a tricky question that I would love to ask you does it depend on who selling the product because I used to work at the hotel and I realize when we would go to farmers market with my coworkers I would always see one booth empty and another booth selling like crazy But I don’t know how to ask this question does it depend on the person that they’ll go and buy from you because this man’s product I saw everything nice everything was high-level, but I realized they didn’t go to him because of one thing and it upset me so I went over to him to buy something but I didn’t say anything by question why you weren’tbut his product was you know where I’m going

[@Choungie]

I’ve been creating sets lately! I’m sure the more I grow, the more I’ll get to share my ideas! 😁

[@traceythomas3571]

Thank you for sharing this information.

[@semplegirl]

This one right here was fire 🔥🔥🔥🔥.......binge watching at this point .....

[@TheStationBakery]

Yesssss 🙌🏽

[@kaypoploadedtreats]

Should I go to pastry school?

[@jewelempress9134]

Ur helping me and i thank u i cant purchase but im learning

[@TheStationBakery]

Happy to help!

[@adamsfamilyvlog]

Where is your apparel shop located? I can’t see anything.

[@marionferrer1233]

I'm beginning to teach classes in person. I don't even know how to begin online classes. I'd need a step-by-step guide.

[@briannaimbesi8922]

Hii! What website would i use to make an ebook or recipe to sell

[@cakepopsbyl5329]

Very helpful. Thank you so much!

[@jamilas3491]

Did you create this calculator yourself in excel? Really great tool to have!

[@TheStationBakery]

Yes! Thank you!

[@EquitableStreet-ie4ph]

I'm sorry but.....what the heck is a pop-up? I'm not sure how I can do one if I have never even heard of it and have no idea what it is.

[@mmmu09]

A pop up is a like a retail shop that is temporary - for example, a store that takes a retail space (like a Mall storefront) but only for a month or so

[@toriamigo]

Temporary shop using a little gazebo and table and sign and sell your stuff from there.

[@katecelis4471]

Love the tips! You sound like Mirabel from Encanto! 😂 i mean this in a positive way my daughter loves Encanto!

[@kimberbeardsley156]

I've sold out the past 2 months at the community center.

[@aprilramdeen717]

Always enjoy listening to you you got my gears working lol

[@TheStationBakery]

Love it! 🙌🏽

[@Kay_BeeKB]

Did you go to school for baking or you’re self taught?

[@elletamashiro2642]

Aloha! I was wondering do you ask for half deposit or full payment upfront when customers order cupcakes? (Pick up and delivery orders) thank you!

[@TheStationBakery]

Hi! I ask for half at the time of order and then full payment a week before.

[@elletamashiro2642]

@@TheStationBakery thank you so much!!! ❤️

[@swakarawells3481]

So do you have to have an LLC to do marketing pop up.

[@quadriccatidwell7398]

Do you do one on one classes? Please let me know!

[@TheStationBakery]

Listen…coming REALLLLLLL soon sis. Real soon ☺️

[@tatianagawachas994]

I always try to sell some sweet's like she said but l don't get money

[@Godschild3780]

I want to start selling at markets and doing pop ups. Any pointers or do you have a video for that one?

[@TheStationBakery]

I don’t have a video for it, but research markets and scout out pop up locations before making a decision on what will work best for you. Have cash on hand plus a quick and easy checkout system. Bring items that will hold up well in the weather. Have mostly individual packaged items with maybe a handful of multi packs. You’ll have to test the waters with this to see what’s desired more.

[@tyeishalanier390]

This is confirmation for me! Thank you

[@TheStationBakery]

🙌🏽 you’re welcome

[@cahrncm]

How much do these cupcakes in a jar sell for?

[@TheStationBakery]

It depends. I've sold them for $5-$15.

[@molove3408]

Great information. Thank you so much

[@TheStationBakery]

Glad it’s helpful!

[@tiitus.crawford4025]

Very insightful thank you

[@blessing6096]

How can you setup a pop up shop my daughter is only 12 and starting her own baking business we’re going to start next weekend with a bake sale

[@TheStationBakery]

Hi! You would need to assist her, but a pop up is similar to a bake sale. You can host at your home, in your neighborhood or at a local store/shop. You will just need to get the necessary permissions. Then market it online and in your community and set up shop. Make a plan for what you will sell and for how much.

[@nuckie_miamii]

Do you make cupcakes from the box

[@Chapothepositivedog]

What permits do I need to do a pop up ?

[@bakebelievecupcakes3432]

Could you do a more detailed video on presales?

[@TheStationBakery]

Hey! I’ll add it to the list!

[@laura4558]

My question is, as far as pop up shops do you have to get permission for location and or rent the space, or like the name states pop up?

[@TheStationBakery]

Definitely get permission first! 😂 Whether it’s the city, the store, or your hoa where you live, always ask because laws and rules are different everywhere and I don’t want you to get shut down.

[@laura4558]

@@TheStationBakery thank you!

[@재현김-y3w]

i need more infromacion about muffen

[@allieh6196]

@The station bakery, Do you think it’s ok to sell cakes made from cake mixes with extra ingredients and decorations at farmers markets?

[@TheStationBakery]

Most definitely!

[@allieh6196]

@@TheStationBakery thanks for your response

[@rickeywilliams3423]

Thanks this was helpful

[@lonewanderer4207]

Hi, what is a pop up?

[@westan08]

would you have any suggestions for invoices? That's my struggle at the moment

[@jenniferallen7401]

Check out bake diary. It invoices, converts recipes for diff sized cakes, can accept payments through it, schedule orders, creates quotes based upon your input prices of ingredients and recipes.