I usually donate a gift certificate also - I put in there that they get a custom designed and decorated cake for whatever occasion they have in mind. Total value of the cake not to exceed $250 (or whatever you are willing to make) - and then I made sure to put on there that they must call at least 3 weeks prior to the event to place the order.
If they pick a cake that goes over your value you can just charge them the difference or tell them that that is not included in the certificate.
The last one I donated went for over $300 - I always put my book of cakes on the table for them to look at.
Good luck!!!
All these are great ideas. Thanks so much, as I have a silent auction coming up in October and was wondering what I should do as well. I'm also making the dessert (mini cupcakes) for the dinner at the auction and was planning on multiple flavors and combos.
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