I always appreciate when ppl in the business are willing to share what they have learned. Sometimes you get ppl that are worried about someone stealing their business so the become a mizer with information taht could help you progress to the next level. Thank you for sharing this information and you have definitely inspired me to try the home based cake business again. I was not as informed on my first attempt but after watching your videos and being in a better place in my life, I am going to give it a go! Time to pull all of my Wilton equipment out of the boxes. I focused primarily on fondant cakes but I want to try more iced cakes this time around. Thank you for all the great information. I love your channel so much!
of course! I feel like so many people have helped me out along the way, the least I can do is pay it forward and share what I've learned :) so happy to hear that, wishing you the best of luck with your cake business!!
I'm nine and I have a business I'm going to start a TH-cam channel so I can share my yummy recipes that why I changed my channel name to Alyssas sweet tooth
Today i started selling home made cookies and only in 10 minutes i got 3 orders, two for 15 pieces and one for 20 pieces 😱 gotta stock up on brown sugar and butter now 😂
I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who went through all this stress. Especially the pricing. I've finally learned how to pass on cake orders that are really not worth all the time spent. Before I used to say yes to every order and I'll spend so much time trying to please everyone for little money. Oh well still learning though
I don't sell things, but I somewhat understand as a writer who takes a lot of requests! Sometimes, a request isn't worth the effort, but it's always hard to decline. It's hard to put your own time and interests first!
I started baking as a business last month and so far have sold 4 cakes already, I feel soo emporered by this, I agree with the pricing issue especially here in Kenya where butter and cheese is soo expensive.
Thank you SO much for making this video! Usually when people make videos like this they just spout the same old “hard work, believe in yourself, be true to yourself!” While that’s all nice, it does NOTHING to help me learn what I need to learn to actually start my home-based bakery business. You actually went into detail about what we need to know to be legally certified, what tools we need and how to fairly price our products! Loved this video!! 🎂🎂🎂
"I watched a ton of YT videos on how to build a cake business and now I make YT videos about starting a cake business.". That really went full circle. I think your videos are super cool and it's always swell to see passionately people toil away with great skill.
I started my food business years ago out of home, but now I'm a commercial facility selling online and now teach here in TH-cam how to start from home but scale it to sell online great video
I’ve been baking for two years now and I’ve only sold about 5 big sizes birthday cakes and few boxes of cupcakes. This was so helpful. Thank you so much ♥️
I was binge viewing cake recipes and got your video, I am actually on my way to start my own bakery business, and without looking for it... I found a LOT of excellent notes from what you recommended, I'm self-taught as well and I really appreciate this because is not something other people will tell you. Plus you're really cute, thanks for the video.
Wonderful advice. I'm a home baker here in Lunenburg Nova Scotia, and recently people have asked for my cakes, cookies, and brownies. I've basically done them at cost as I get enjoyment out of it, so very similar to you. I also just love doing my videos and posting them on here. Both the baking and the videos are a great outlet for creativity.
This is an extremely useful video for people like me. So many friends have asked me to start selling my cakes but I have always been hesitant because of license regulations. Since I too work full time and bake only as a hobby, it is overwhelming to think about pricing, tools and most importantly keeping that work/life balance.
Omg your video just came from heaven to me, I am a stay at home mom and I’m looking for something to do without leaving home and you just gave me some hope. Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge! I love it ❤️
Well I am trying to start my own in home bakery and just the thought about it...it's scary but I know I can do this and it's a challenge that I am willing to take so ...I am so grateful that I am watching this video it kinda at ease my mind in a way and I will keep watching this channel for more tips and what not.
hi Chelsea! thank you so much for making this video. this year, I've started pursuing an actual business for my baking and it's been very challenging because I'm still a student and I don't have anyone to discuss questions and concerns about a home baking business. your video gives me a breath of relief after all of my stressing. you're amazing for going after what you're passionate about and I can't wait to utilize your tips and advice that you've shared with us. thank you again so much, I'm excited for the future for all small businesses.
I LOVED this video! I live in NY too (Buffalo) and recently, I’m taking my cake skills seriously and have gotten offers from restaurants to bake for them and co-workers telling me that I need to start my business. I never ever thought of looking in this direction but now I’m thinking it could be a possibility in the future. You hit up on so many points and concerns of mine. Thanks for making this!
I just watched your refinery video - was great thanks! Just wondered when you say you make an income from partnerships with networks, what does that mean please? Thanks x
I have made cakes for several years for family and friendship, but have never made it an official business. Thanks for all the information. I have recently started putting them on TH-cam.
Thank you your advice really push my confidence up! To now im just starting to sell cupcakes and to my surprise, in just one week i already had 3 orders of cookies and cupcakes and now its growing!😇 im going to enroll my self in a cake class i really wanna learn more i've been self taught for like 5 years now i already made cakes but those formula or ingridients their using to stabilized the icing stuff is the only thing im lacking of.. its really a great feeling to know that your family and friends supports you and believing that you can do it.. my family and me are planning to start a mini bakery in our town hope it works! ☺️
This is so great to hear straight from you !!! I had watched all your other videos and i just made my first official cake since i recently became so interested... Thanks for all your thoughts, guidance and expressing what you have learned along the way !! I admire you & your work Chelsweets !!
That was great advice. Type A personality 🙋 right here 😁. You hit the nail on the head, take orders that makes us a little nervous and we learn from it. 2 tier cakes especially make me nervous.
Love your videos & advice! I have epilepsy & had to quit working so I started baking, it gets stressful but is also a great way to keep active & make money. Work life balance is a huge one for me because the stress can bring on some of my seizures. Thanks for the advice, again!
I'm so happy to hear you found this helpful!! I 100% agree that baking is a great way to make money, and it definitely keeps you up on your feet :) I wish you all the best with your baking business!!
Hi Ms Chelsweets. Thanks for sharing the info. Yo could take the 'multi tier cake orders' by hiring a friend for an hour or so and paying them. That would 'up' your revenue.
YES Please check the regulations! Also Depending on the ingredients you can't really sell it from home, Dairy products which needs to keep in the fridge etc
Absolutely loved this. Please do more videos like this. Just one suggestion: lower the background music a bit, so we can hear you clearly. But this is a very helpful video
Thank you so so much, this video just restored my confidence and encouraged me to keep pushing with my baking skills. I was beginning to think that I am too far from where I want to be
You can also wrap a fully decorated cake in a couple layers of plastic wrap, and then freeze it. All you need to do is move the cake to the fridge about a day before to unfreeze it.
This very helpful l don't have a business but l have always love to bake as little girl l ALWAYS LOVE BEING UN THE KITCHEN WITH MY MOM.! I loved it this how l learned everything was always homemade my mom only baked from scratch. And l do as well I'm not sure yet if l want the business just yet but u have given me so much useful information that l didn't realize l needed to get started if l do decide to have a at home Baking Business so things l did know l live in Brooklyn so where like right here from each other been here all my life and l have seen so many successful businesses fold so l.know I'm not ready for a store front business any time soon..! Lol. Thanks for all your information and tips.🎂😃
Wow this truly helped a lot!! So simple and to the point!!! Thank you so much for taking your time to explain and let us beginners know what we need to do/know!! Happy New Year's Eve!! Stay blessed and beautiful as always!! 🎊🥂✨💗
Hi Chelsea, thank you so much for this lovely video! You have inspired my cake making group to help support cake makers with their business! Still getting it off the ground but would love for your to stop in:). Thank you for your great content! facebook.com/groups/214432312518947/?source_id=127866090696643
Thank you soo much for making this enlightening video for those of us planning to start our home based baking business. You touched on some things we have taken lightly and still are, like the pricing. My mom was the baker and by watching her manage her business got me into the world of baking too. You have opened my eyes to a lot of things to think about and I will definitely be watching your video every time I have a cake order😊
Wow, thanks for this tutorial I learned a lot! I’m one of those that values my work and thinks that I should be charging the same as the stores. Then you do get that customer that won’t want to pay too much for the cake. I just have to learn to tell them it does take some time to make these from scratch and I do put a lot of effort into my cakes! I definitely will be seen this video over and over again! Thank you once again for this tutorial.❤️❤️❤️
Hi I have a question about my daughter's wedding cake I'm making...i tried Italian meringue buttercream for the 1st time and it came out really sweet and SUPER buttery tasting. Pretty much all anyone could taste is butter! I got my recipie from Brian on preppy kitchen...what went wrong? I heard so many great things about it! Will it travel from Texas to arizona by car with dried ice frozen? Is it the best icing for a wedding cake? Also do you have a fondant recipie? Thanks you'll save my life!!!! Ive only been decorating for a couple months and this is a challenge!! Naomi
Yes times a million to the KitchenAid! I couldn’t really afford it but the pro 500 went on mega sale so I invested and am SO glad I did! Thanks for posting this 😊 your startout sounds a lot like mine. I’m TH-cam taught, inspired by lots of your cakes, and have been self taught and learning as I go! Loving all of it
Chelsweets, which cake boxes do you use for your use for your typical 7-8 inch round cakes, 4 layers high? Does anyone make cake boxes for extra high cakes, like yours? I'd LOVE a video on how you package/box your cakes for transport!!
Ugh it's always a struggle! I usually use 10x10x5 inch cake boxes, and either complete remove the top flap, or prop it open with tape. For large tiered cakes, I use moving boxes! I'm going to share a wedding cake tutorial soon, and in it I'll cover how I box it up!! stay tuned :)
Hi Chelsweets! I am a quick question I am wondering about. Is I am just starting off and cannot get a second kitchen in my apartment, would the regulators or health inspections be okay with that? How were you able to run the business with your apartment kitchen?
you might want to continue to develop your skills, and then when you're more comfortable with your recipes and techniques you can begin your business! :)
I also love baking especially cupcakes and would like to open a business, already have a name but still practicing...... practice makes perfect and thanks for sharing the information. It's never too late to start!
Awesome tutorial, thanks for posting! I have always dreamed of owning a bakery, and still hope to someday get there. I think home business would be a wonderful start, and really appreciate your advice. I know when I get questioned on how much I would charge for my baked goods, I never know how to respond. I also agree that my KitchenAid is one of my all time favourite tools, I too started with a hand mixer! For Christmas this year hubby upgraded my cake turntable, so I am pretty excited to try it out! Happy New Year Chelsea! ❤️
Loved this informative video. Thank you for taking the time to put this together... I know it’ll help many out there reach success in starting their home bakery or cake business.
Thank you so much for your advice and for getting back to me the other night about pricing a cake. At the end the potential customer didn’t want to pay for what she was asking for.
That's was. I'm getting ready to start into this myself. I have everything but have decided to buy a drop shed for a dedicated kitchen that's just for baking. I'm super excited!
Can you please also post a video to explain what basic cakes, fillings and frosting/decorations are best/must have to kick start a bake from home business like this
Thank you so much for making this video! This really helped. Don’t have a lot of confidence with my skills and always worried about how I price my cake. Thanks again!!!😊
great video we did the same starting from home locally and then grew into a commercial facility selling online we now teach others on how to start and grow an online bakery
Well thank you so very much. Almost everything you said pertains to me. Self taught home baking etc. This was a very helpful video. I also may have to expand..lol. These products do take up space. Thanks again very insightful.
Thank you so so much for this video! It is like you were talking to me one to one! I am totally in need of finding my work life balance, and although I love my business but I have no time for anything or anyone else :(. Haven’t seen my friends for a year now because I either bake/ shop/deliver/ plan/ do my accounting/ research/ it is so much! I do all the aspects of my business myself, and I really struggle with space now in my kitchen. Your video helped me to realise that I must change my ways otherwise me, my family, and my business will pay the price!
I know, it's so hard balancing it all!! but do try to remember to take care of yourself, and make time for your loved ones! otherwise you'll burn out! It also can make baking less fun than it should be. Sending you my best wishes, and I hope your baking business continues to flourish
Is a 213 piece cake decorating kit From Amazon a good choice + the 12 gel color kit + the 18 cardboard Circles. A good choice to buy for starting your own business
I'm, often asked if I have website for my cakes, but I'm not sure on how to do that. can you do a video on that? your video have been a great help to me thank you for your help!!!!
Thanks for this video.. am new to the channel.. just wondering if the part 2 ever came.. once again.. thankkss... very useful tips for me.. planning on starting a cake business
Thank you for this video I always have problems setting a price for my cakes . It's like you said it's about confidence and I was lacking in that department lol. I just do it for fun but I am more confident now .
I was so pumped and excited after watching this video!! Then I looked up my states laws and in my state you're not allowed to produce in a home that has pets inside at any time. :/ I really want to get in the cake business/ instagram. Scared to make the leap.
generally yes! I have a base recipe I start with, and I tweak it from there for most cakes! however, there are some exceptions, like banana cake, carrot cake, etc :)
Thank you, this was very helpful, how did you transported your cakes ? I don’t have a car and I have trouble finding the right cake package to store my cakes and cupcakes in
I always appreciate when ppl in the business are willing to share what they have learned. Sometimes you get ppl that are worried about someone stealing their business so the become a mizer with information taht could help you progress to the next level. Thank you for sharing this information and you have definitely inspired me to try the home based cake business again. I was not as informed on my first attempt but after watching your videos and being in a better place in my life, I am going to give it a go! Time to pull all of my Wilton equipment out of the boxes. I focused primarily on fondant cakes but I want to try more iced cakes this time around. Thank you for all the great information. I love your channel so much!
of course! I feel like so many people have helped me out along the way, the least I can do is pay it forward and share what I've learned :) so happy to hear that, wishing you the best of luck with your cake business!!
Yes, thank you for sharing your experience and advice! We really appreciate it.
Totally tru
Fondant...would love to learn that- maybe you can pay it forward and make us some videos on how you do fondant! :)
Thanks for the video im 15 year old and I already have four orders for a cake
Very nice. Hope things works for you.
Im also 15 and I want to start in the business
Amazing 👏💯🌟
I'm nine and I have a business I'm going to start a TH-cam channel so I can share my yummy recipes that why I changed my channel name to Alyssas sweet tooth
Focus on school as well.
First time I have actually listened to an entire video when someone's just speaking and not showing anything, it was so informative. Thank YOU.
Today i started selling home made cookies and only in 10 minutes i got 3 orders, two for 15 pieces and one for 20 pieces 😱 gotta stock up on brown sugar and butter now 😂
How did you get people to find you
Sarah A. Forreal I want to know too?
@@saraha.1336 I looked up cottage business and you can have a website but you can't ship them to them, but you can deliver or they can pick them up.
@@marilynsummit1764 is it the same for every state?
I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who went through all this stress. Especially the pricing. I've finally learned how to pass on cake orders that are really not worth all the time spent. Before I used to say yes to every order and I'll spend so much time trying to please everyone for little money.
Oh well still learning though
it's always so hard to no!!! I'm still working on that part too
Definitely struggled with that too! It's awesome to know you've finally learned how to say "no" :)
Me too.
I'm still working on that.
I don't sell things, but I somewhat understand as a writer who takes a lot of requests! Sometimes, a request isn't worth the effort, but it's always hard to decline. It's hard to put your own time and interests first!
I started baking as a business last month and so far have sold 4 cakes already, I feel soo emporered by this, I agree with the pricing issue especially here in Kenya where butter and cheese is soo expensive.
Can I ask what your pricing is? I’m thinking of starting a small business and wondering what prices I should set my cakes
Thank you SO much for making this video! Usually when people make videos like this they just spout the same old “hard work, believe in yourself, be true to yourself!” While that’s all nice, it does NOTHING to help me learn what I need to learn to actually start my home-based bakery business. You actually went into detail about what we need to know to be legally certified, what tools we need and how to fairly price our products! Loved this video!! 🎂🎂🎂
haha aw thanks! I'm so happy you found it helpful :)
The technical advice is so useful! Yes, thank you for the in-depth walkthrough.
"I watched a ton of YT videos on how to build a cake business and now I make YT videos about starting a cake business.". That really went full circle.
I think your videos are super cool and it's always swell to see passionately people toil away with great skill.
I started my food business years ago out of home, but now I'm a commercial facility selling online and now teach here in TH-cam how to start from home but scale it to sell online great video
I’ve been baking for two years now and I’ve only sold about 5 big sizes birthday cakes and few boxes of cupcakes. This was so helpful. Thank you so much ♥️
I was binge viewing cake recipes and got your video, I am actually on my way to start my own bakery business, and without looking for it... I found a LOT of excellent notes from what you recommended, I'm self-taught as well and I really appreciate this because is not something other people will tell you. Plus you're really cute, thanks for the video.
happy to hear you found this video helpful!! best of luck with your future bakery business :)
Wonderful advice. I'm a home baker here in Lunenburg Nova Scotia, and recently people have asked for my cakes, cookies, and brownies. I've basically done them at cost as I get enjoyment out of it, so very similar to you. I also just love doing my videos and posting them on here. Both the baking and the videos are a great outlet for creativity.
This is an extremely useful video for people like me. So many friends have asked me to start selling my cakes but I have always been hesitant because of license regulations. Since I too work full time and bake only as a hobby, it is overwhelming to think about pricing, tools and most importantly keeping that work/life balance.
so happy to hear that :)
We've had such a journey! It's delighting to observe fellow bakers and their experiences! ❤❤
Omg your video just came from heaven to me, I am a stay at home mom and I’m looking for something to do without leaving home and you just gave me some hope. Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge! I love it ❤️
The best 15 minutes ever¡! I’ve learnt so much things in baking too, but we can always improve!
If you do good work, word-of-mouth is unbelievably beneficial, especially starting out.
right?? I so agree!
Well I am trying to start my own in home bakery and just the thought about it...it's scary but I know I can do this and it's a challenge that I am willing to take so ...I am so grateful that I am watching this video it kinda at ease my mind in a way and I will keep watching this channel for more tips and what not.
The first thing I notice is her mixer!!! Omg I would die for it!😍
hi Chelsea! thank you so much for making this video. this year, I've started pursuing an actual business for my baking and it's been very challenging because I'm still a student and I don't have anyone to discuss questions and concerns about a home baking business. your video gives me a breath of relief after all of my stressing. you're amazing for going after what you're passionate about and I can't wait to utilize your tips and advice that you've shared with us. thank you again so much, I'm excited for the future for all small businesses.
Hi CHELSWEETS look wat I came across.. great.thank you .
I LOVED this video! I live in NY too (Buffalo) and recently, I’m taking my cake skills seriously and have gotten offers from restaurants to bake for them and co-workers telling me that I need to start my business. I never ever thought of looking in this direction but now I’m thinking it could be a possibility in the future. You hit up on so many points and concerns of mine. Thanks for making this!
Ah that's so great to hear!! Yes, you can totally do it!! Happy this video helped :)
Well Chelsea, you are proof that it is doable to have a successful cake business. :)
aw thanks!!!! :)
I just watched your refinery video - was great thanks! Just wondered when you say you make an income from partnerships with networks, what does that mean please? Thanks x
This was actually helpful. I think this is a sign for me to continue my passion of baking at home. Thank you! God speed sister ❤️
I have made cakes for several years for family and friendship, but have never made it an official business. Thanks for all the information. I have recently started putting them on TH-cam.
What a wonderful, from the heart, truthful and humble video. You're tutorials are terrific as is your smile. Thank you for all the helpful info. ♥️
Thank you your advice really push my confidence up! To now im just starting to sell cupcakes and to my surprise, in just one week i already had 3 orders of cookies and cupcakes and now its growing!😇 im going to enroll my self in a cake class i really wanna learn more i've been self taught for like 5 years now i already made cakes but those formula or ingridients their using to stabilized the icing stuff is the only thing im lacking of.. its really a great feeling to know that your family and friends supports you and believing that you can do it.. my family and me are planning to start a mini bakery in our town hope it works! ☺️
aw that's awesome, congrats! It really does help when you have the support of your family and friends :) happy baking!!
This is so great to hear straight from you !!! I had watched all your other videos and i just made my first official cake since i recently became so interested... Thanks for all your thoughts, guidance and expressing what you have learned along the way !! I admire you & your work Chelsweets !!
I love your channel!!! You are amazing and such a humble soul. 💙 may your business continue to grow.
Another tip...ask friends and family for cakes tools when your birthday, Christmas and special occasions come around. I enjoyed the video! 👍
Great point!! I love that!!! :)
That was great advice. Type A personality 🙋 right here 😁. You hit the nail on the head, take orders that makes us a little nervous and we learn from it. 2 tier cakes especially make me nervous.
But the best part about orders that make you nervous is that it usually means it's a challenge, and it will help you grow and expand your skills :)
Love your videos & advice! I have epilepsy & had to quit working so I started baking, it gets stressful but is also a great way to keep active & make money. Work life balance is a huge one for me because the stress can bring on some of my seizures. Thanks for the advice, again!
I'm so happy to hear you found this helpful!! I 100% agree that baking is a great way to make money, and it definitely keeps you up on your feet :) I wish you all the best with your baking business!!
@@Chelsweets thank you so much! You have no idea how much I'm fan girling right now! Lol
You are so sweet and encouraging, Chelsea!
aw thanks :) That's the goal!!!
Hi Ms Chelsweets. Thanks for sharing the info. Yo could take the 'multi tier cake orders' by hiring a friend for an hour or so and paying them. That would 'up' your revenue.
YES Please check the regulations! Also Depending on the ingredients you can't really sell it from home, Dairy products which needs to keep in the fridge etc
Holy crap! This is a lot of amazing information. And the info section has even MORE!
haha I tried to include everything I could think of :)
Chelsweets That is because you are awesome!
Thank you!!! This was very informative. It gave me a better understanding of how to start and what to do each step of the way. 👍👏👌🤗🤗
Absolutely loved this. Please do more videos like this. Just one suggestion: lower the background music a bit, so we can hear you clearly. But this is a very helpful video
I will keep that in mind for my next video, I appreciate the feedback! I'm hoping to have part 2 up in the next week!! :)
Yes great tip it was a great vid the music was a little distracting
Thank you for the tips and encouragements, as well as the realistic advice! Keep it up!
Thank you so so much, this video just restored my confidence and encouraged me to keep pushing with my baking skills. I was beginning to think that I am too far from where I want to be
Hi chels. Love love love this video. Really appreciate the tips. You are a genuine person. Love from Trinidad and Tobago
You can also wrap a fully decorated cake in a couple layers of plastic wrap, and then freeze it. All you need to do is move the cake to the fridge about a day before to unfreeze it.
This very helpful l don't have a business but l have always love to bake as little girl l ALWAYS LOVE BEING UN THE KITCHEN WITH MY MOM.!
I loved it this how l learned everything was always homemade my mom only baked from scratch.
And l do as well I'm not sure yet if l want the business just yet but u have given me so much useful information that l didn't realize l needed to get started if l do decide to have a at home Baking Business so things l did know l live in Brooklyn so where like right here from each other been here all my life and l have seen so many successful businesses fold so l.know I'm not ready for a store front business any time soon..! Lol.
Thanks for all your information and tips.🎂😃
any time! happy to hear you found it helpful :)
Young lady you have a wise head on your shoulders. Thank your this informative Video!!!
Aw thank you!! I've def learned a bit along the way :)
Wow this truly helped a lot!! So simple and to the point!!! Thank you so much for taking your time to explain and let us beginners know what we need to do/know!! Happy New Year's Eve!! Stay blessed and beautiful as always!! 🎊🥂✨💗
So happy to hear you enjoyed this!! Happy New Years to you too :)
It is possible I started from home and now selling online shopping globally
Hi Chelsea, thank you so much for this lovely video! You have inspired my cake making group to help support cake makers with their business! Still getting it off the ground but would love for your to stop in:). Thank you for your great content! facebook.com/groups/214432312518947/?source_id=127866090696643
This is the video that I needed. Thank you for all the information and for encouraging me to finally start selling my cakes!
so glad you’re calling out new york’s ridiculous regulations.
really killing small businesses!
It really does make everything so much more difficult!!!
Wow! This is very informative! Exactly what I needed! Thank you so much for sharing!🍀
of course!
Thank you soo much for making this enlightening video for those of us planning to start our home based baking business. You touched on some things we have taken lightly and still are, like the pricing.
My mom was the baker and by watching her manage her business got me into the world of baking too.
You have opened my eyes to a lot of things to think about and I will definitely be watching your video every time I have a cake order😊
Really happy to hear that :) Thanks for the feedback!!! Happy baking
Wow, thanks for this tutorial I learned a lot! I’m one of those that values my work and thinks that I should be charging the same as the stores. Then you do get that customer that won’t want to pay too much for the cake. I just have to learn to tell them it does take some time to make these from scratch and I do put a lot of effort into my cakes! I definitely will be seen this video over and over again! Thank you once again for this tutorial.❤️❤️❤️
that's exactly what you have to do!! always remember your worth
Great video Chelsea! Thanks for all the helpful advice, can't wait for part 2!!! Happy New Year !!
Working on part 2 now :) happy new year to you too!!
This is so helpful. Thank you so so much for sharing, not a lot of people are willing to share their secrets! Thank you!
Hi I have a question about my daughter's wedding cake I'm making...i tried Italian meringue buttercream for the 1st time and it came out really sweet and SUPER buttery tasting. Pretty much all anyone could taste is butter! I got my recipie from Brian on preppy kitchen...what went wrong? I heard so many great things about it! Will it travel from Texas to arizona by car with dried ice frozen? Is it the best icing for a wedding cake? Also do you have a fondant recipie? Thanks you'll save my life!!!! Ive only been decorating for a couple months and this is a challenge!! Naomi
Yes times a million to the KitchenAid! I couldn’t really afford it but the pro 500 went on mega sale so I invested and am SO glad I did! Thanks for posting this 😊 your startout sounds a lot like mine. I’m TH-cam taught, inspired by lots of your cakes, and have been self taught and learning as I go! Loving all of it
That's awesome!! It's tough getting started, but if we can do it, so can other aspiring bakers :) Love that you're self taught!!!
Chelsweets, which cake boxes do you use for your use for your typical 7-8 inch round cakes, 4 layers high? Does anyone make cake boxes for extra high cakes, like yours? I'd LOVE a video on how you package/box your cakes for transport!!
Ugh it's always a struggle! I usually use 10x10x5 inch cake boxes, and either complete remove the top flap, or prop it open with tape. For large tiered cakes, I use moving boxes! I'm going to share a wedding cake tutorial soon, and in it I'll cover how I box it up!! stay tuned :)
Hi Chelsweets! I am a quick question I am wondering about. Is I am just starting off and cannot get a second kitchen in my apartment, would the regulators or health inspections be okay with that? How were you able to run the business with your apartment kitchen?
This is a Great Video.I'm just starting out with my Cake Business from Home.. So Thank you so much. & Cheers Steve
I want to open Cake bussiness but now im still learning how to bake
you might want to continue to develop your skills, and then when you're more comfortable with your recipes and techniques you can begin your business! :)
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I also love baking especially cupcakes and would like to open a business, already have a name but still practicing...... practice makes perfect and thanks for sharing the information. It's never too late to start!
Thank you so much for sharing. I so appreciate it. Just getting started with wanting to a decorate cakes and other bake items.
Awesome tutorial, thanks for posting! I have always dreamed of owning a bakery, and still hope to someday get there. I think home business would be a wonderful start, and really appreciate your advice. I know when I get questioned on how much I would charge for my baked goods, I never know how to respond. I also agree that my KitchenAid is one of my all time favourite tools, I too started with a hand mixer! For Christmas this year hubby upgraded my cake turntable, so I am pretty excited to try it out! Happy New Year Chelsea! ❤️
That's awesome!! Sounds like you're on your way there :) Happy baking!!!!!
Such a great video! thank you so much! I feel you totally!
Woau! What a great video! I never expected to find such a detailed explanation.. super!! 👏👏👏
Loved this informative video. Thank you for taking the time to put this together... I know it’ll help many out there reach success in starting their home bakery or cake business.
Thank you 😊 for sharing... I will be starting my cake business at home for now😊... love your videos...
Yay!! Best of luck with your cake business Chinita!
Thank you so much for your advice and for getting back to me the other night about pricing a cake. At the end the potential customer didn’t want to pay for what she was asking for.
That's the worst! But at least you know your pricing your cakes and time fairly!!
I ASK FRIENDS AND FAMILY AND MADE $600 IN ONE MOUTH.
That's was. I'm getting ready to start into this myself. I have everything but have decided to buy a drop shed for a dedicated kitchen that's just for baking. I'm super excited!
@@DoubleDHomestead did you need to have a license?
Helpful tips! Thanks so much!
Can you please also post a video to explain what basic cakes, fillings and frosting/decorations are best/must have to kick start a bake from home business like this
Thank you so much for making this video! This really helped. Don’t have a lot of confidence with my skills and always worried about how I price my cake. Thanks again!!!😊
so happy you found it helpful!! :)
Now this makes Sense Thank you for this Video and Happy New Year's Chelsea 🎉😘🎊🎂🍾🎉🎊🍰🍬🍭💻📠📲📚
Same to you Rachel :)
great video we did the same starting from home locally and then grew into a commercial facility selling online we now teach others on how to start and grow an online bakery
Well thank you so very much. Almost everything you said pertains to me. Self taught home baking etc. This was a very helpful video. I also may have to expand..lol. These products do take up space. Thanks again very insightful.
happy to hear that! Baking can definitely take over your kitchen / apartment / home!! Best of luck with your baking business
Thank you so so much for this video! It is like you were talking to me one to one! I am totally in need of finding my work life balance, and although I love my business but I have no time for anything or anyone else :(. Haven’t seen my friends for a year now because I either bake/ shop/deliver/ plan/ do my accounting/ research/ it is so much! I do all the aspects of my business myself, and I really struggle with space now in my kitchen. Your video helped me to realise that I must change my ways otherwise me, my family, and my business will pay the price!
I know, it's so hard balancing it all!! but do try to remember to take care of yourself, and make time for your loved ones! otherwise you'll burn out! It also can make baking less fun than it should be. Sending you my best wishes, and I hope your baking business continues to flourish
this was super helpful....exactly what I was looking for , thank you!!
Is a 213 piece cake decorating kit
From Amazon a good choice + the 12 gel color kit + the 18 cardboard
Circles. A good choice to buy for starting your own business
hey... you are such an inspiration... even i work in finance and love baking cakes😊😊
Thanks!! Best of both worlds :)
Thank you for your advice n knowledge. Well understood 💕
Good advice! Definitely learned this stuff the hard way😂 Love all you do to help bakers who are starting out!
Haha that's the goal!! And yes, hopefully this will help people avoid the hardships we had to work through :P
Thanks to u . Great pieces of advice 👍🏻👍🏻
I love the color of your stand mixer 😍😘
Hey Chelsea
This is a helpful video...I want to upgrade my cake stand. I have the Wilton 1 myself..where can I find the 1 you have?
Thx
Unfortunately i am from middle east so i try to understand all what you say
God bless you
This is really nice.... thank you so much Chelsea.
of course!! Happy to share what I've learned along the way
I'm, often asked if I have website for my cakes, but I'm not sure on how to do that. can you do a video on that? your video have been a great help to me thank you for your help!!!!
I have a question. I bought my kitchen Aid, and it has the metal bowl. Is that Ok? Or is the glass bowl better?
Hello, love your videos, which model kitchenaid do you have?
Is it possible to lower the volumn of the music? Just very distracting.
Thanks for this video.. am new to the channel.. just wondering if the part 2 ever came.. once again.. thankkss... very useful tips for me.. planning on starting a cake business
Thank you for this video I always have problems setting a price for my cakes . It's like you said it's about confidence and I was lacking in that department lol. I just do it for fun but I am more confident now .
so happy to hear that! It can definitely be hard in the beginning, but pricing definitely gets easier over time 😊
I was so pumped and excited after watching this video!! Then I looked up my states laws and in my state you're not allowed to produce in a home that has pets inside at any time. :/ I really want to get in the cake business/ instagram. Scared to make the leap.
It can be so tough! Sometimes you just have to go for it, and figure out the logistics as you go! That's what I did!!
Great video, thanks for the realness in your tips!
thanks for the video....question...do you ever freeze cakes for later use?
It's a really helpful video, Thanks Chelsea
so happy you found it helpful!!
You're awesome. Thank you for doing this video
Hi Chelsea, do you have your main recipes for the cakes? Do you use the same recipe for all your cakes?
generally yes! I have a base recipe I start with, and I tweak it from there for most cakes! however, there are some exceptions, like banana cake, carrot cake, etc :)
Thank you, this was very helpful, how did you transported your cakes ? I don’t have a car and I have trouble finding the right cake package to store my cakes and cupcakes in
Thank you! I've always loved baking and I've been thinking about making wedding cakes.
You so should! It's hard to take the first step, but once you get going everything kind of falls into place :)
Thankyou for this I'm inspired .
Hi Chelsweets very creative cake maker I admire u
Very informative video! However you mentioned part 2 which don't see...is there one? Please please please make more videos on this topic!
Hi ....I like to know how many cakes we make with
this mixer in an hour..🤔🤔
Thank you for this amazing video! I am also working full time as an accountant and hope to be as successful as you in the future!