I agree with PP. $80 is pretty much a rip off. Sorry.

I would charge $150 for that cake all done in BC. For fondant, that cake would be $300. Not a penny less.

Let us know what you decide and how it goes. Very cute cake!

I confronted the woman and made recommendations to make the cake less expensive - 2 tiers, one cake flavor and buttercream filling. She said she wanted to think about it and look around. I told her not to worry about it, I wasn't going to do it. She's not going to find anyone to do it for that price.

I thank everyone so much for their input; it's really helped me start thinking seriously about how much I should be charging. I've also been talking with someone in my area who has given me lots of great advice as well.

As a fellow beginner, here's what I would offer for $80:

2 cake tiers, 1 choice of flavor per tier (basic cake)
BC filling
BC icing
Fondant accents (those circles & stripes)
NO BOW

I did a baseball cake for $85 last month, even though I knew it was worth more. I did it because (1) it was a dear friend of mine, (2) it was a new design, and (3) I wanted to do cake . No way I'd give a discount like that to a stranger.

ya, i think she's watched one too many "my super sweet 16" shows on mtv. oh well.

well good for you....its all a learning process...we just need to stick together!!!! hahahahahahaha you are on your way!!!!!! hahahahahahahah

3.50 a serving for fondant and basic flavors and fillings is 210.00 for me

oh PLease charge more!!!!!