How Much Would You Charge?

Decorating By zoraya Updated 27 Aug 2006 , 3:25pm by Pootchi

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zoraya Posted 27 Aug 2006 , 1:11pm
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Hi All,
This is my first "real" cake that I would actually consider charging for. Its for my grandmothers 90th birthday so its my gift to her. But if I were to sell this cake, what would I charge? Its an oval 10" 2-layer french vanilla with pineapple filling. Covered with MMF & fondant roses, royal icing writing with gold lustre dust.
Also, how to you guys keep from getting creases at the base of the cake. I have the worst time with this and am still working on it.
TIA!
LL

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Mac Posted 27 Aug 2006 , 1:18pm
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Good job on cake--

For the creases--pull your fondant out as you move your hand down the sides and against the cake. Also have your cake sitting on something so that the fondant hangs down a bit. Not too much or the weight will tear it.

Then cut fondant right at the bottom of the cake with a sharp knife and at a slight angle.

As far as price--I would sell it for $45.00-$50.00 ( at least). Fondant is expensive and tricky to work with. Check with bakeries in your area and see what they would sell it for.

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littlemissmuffin Posted 27 Aug 2006 , 1:21pm
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I would say no less than $50 with a maximum of $75 depending on the area you live in.

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Pootchi Posted 27 Aug 2006 , 3:25pm
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Wow first amazing job!!

Second, here it would sell for around 75$ too. that's a great cake!!!!

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