This is definitely a fun and tasty business for those who
love cake decorating and have an artistic flair. This article
will help you decide if the cake decorating business is right
for you.
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Should You Start a Cake Decorating Business?
If you love cake decorating,
imagine getting paid to do what you love! You can when you start
your own cake decorating business.
Jennifer James, author of the
FabJob Guide to Become a Cake Decorator, says there are
many benefits when you become a professional cake decorator and
start a cake decorating business (also known as a cake design
business).
"There's never been a better
time to start up a cake decorating business," says Jennifer.
"With the low-carb craze over with, there has been a return to
the idea of eating for pleasure, ushered in largely by the
popular book French Women Don’t Get Fat. Single
servings and the personal touch are in — cupcakes are very
popular right now, as are gourmet mini-cakes."
Cake decorators tap into the
fact that people love to feel special, and are always looking
for something new and unique. Clients who are tired of the
supermarket's tired-old sheet cake with a cartoon character are
looking for handmade, out-of-the ordinary cakes that truly
reflect the theme of the celebration… and when they do, they’ll
come to you.
Cakes are getting more creative
all the time, and the only limitation is your imagination.
Three-dimensional designs are in vogue right now, resulting in
cakes that look like pillows, animals, handbags, or whatever you
can dream up. Contemporary cake towers rising up many feet in
the air and can lean every which way, stabilized by mysterious
forces known only to the cake decorator (that is, you!)
And it doesn’t stop there. How
about a cake + cupcake combo, with each cupcake sporting a
unique design, or personalized for each guest? Floral toppers or
edible pearls just might complete an elegant look perfectly. The
finishing materials (glazes and dusting powders) available on
today's market let you give your cake and decorations a look
that is so real, your clients will hardly believe they are made
of sugar.
Not only are people looking for
custom, creative cakes, they are willing to pay for them too.
The average amount spent on a wedding has nearly doubled in the
last 20 years, and the average cost of wedding cake is $543,
according to the Bridal Association of America. Prices of
artisan cakes for special occasions range from $3 to $10 or even
more per slice, depending on the complexity of the design.
If you're wondering if cake
decorating is the right business for you, here are some more
benefits of this career according to Jennifer:
Be Creative
If you want to work with your
hands and experience with all five senses, this is the career
for you, from smelling the yummy baking, to tasting new flavors
of icing or filling, to piping delicate beads or roses on your
cakes. No wonder many cake decorators call themselves sugar
artists!
"I was involved in early
childhood education, but I wanted to switch careers to something
that would challenge my creative outlets. I learned that I had
this talent and discovered a passion for the art of designing
cakes. Creative talent and passion are so important,” says
acclaimed cake decorator Yvonne Zensner.
Be Your Own
Boss
No more taking orders from
anyone else — other than your many customers, of course! When
you run your own business, you make the decisions. You can
choose to specialize in anything from wedding cakes, to
children's birthday cakes, to cupcakes, to cakes shaped like
fantasy castles… whatever you most enjoy. As your own boss, you
decide your policies, your prices, and when you’re going to take
those well-deserved days off.
Let Them Eat
Cake
By "them" we mean you, your
friends, and your family. You’ll be able to practice your new
ideas by making cakes for your own family celebrations, or liven
up a mid-week meal with some cake "leftovers” you cut off while
shaping and creating. You can even save some cash when you give
your cakes for wedding and birthday presents. It’s great
practice, and you’ll land additional clients whenever your cakes
are seen and admired.
You Can
Start Right Now
A cake business can be started
simply or part-time if you wish, in many cases right from your
own home. If you already bake as a hobby, you may very well have
much of the equipment on hand that you will need to get started.
You don’t need a certificate to call yourself a professional
cake decorator, either — you’re in business as soon as you are
paid for your very first cake.
If you’re ready to tap into this
lucrative and burgeoning market, don’t wait any longer. It's
time to turn your pipe dreams into piping bags, trade in your
overtime for oven mitts, and create your own sweet success story
when you become a cake decorator and start a cake decorating
business.
About the Author:
For more information about
how
to become a cake decorator and
start a cake decorating business (also known as a cake
design business, cupcake business, or cake business), download
the
FabJob Guide to Become a Cake Decorator.
