Posts by Anna W.

Panini- The laws here are very relaxed for home bakers. I am allowed to sell to the end user only- no wholesale. I have liability insurance, etc. No, I do not need to meet the exact same standards as a "shop". What I...

Spoons- the other board is good for decorating tips- I have found a couple of people to bounce ideas off of and it has been helpful. I am definitely an IMBC person and most of them are not. Most do it because it is less expensive and...

2 1/2 cups sugar and 3/4 c. water Boil until 248*-250*. While it is boiling: Whip 1 1/2 c. large eggwhites (about 12) with 1 1/2t. cream of tartar till soft peaks. Add syrup. Whip on high for 2 minutes, turn to low and let...

OOOPS- it is www.weddingcakes-cleveland.com

Spoons (I am still trying to figure out who you are on the other board)- Let me know how you like the stress free supports. Earlene loves them but they are a somewhat big investment for a small business. W- you can find info on the...

Great ideas!!! I really wish people would be more open to sharing info. Everyone is so afraid you are going to take business from them. I find the best place to inquire regarding other decorators businesses are at events like bridal...

I charge a deposit to hold the day and cover the cost of the equiptment. It is usually a set amount UNLESS they need a special stand. Then it is more and I rent those. They get there deposit back when it is returned complete and in...

Have to put in my vote with Memoreg on the butter vs. shortening issue. Shortening just sits there on your tongue. I am an IMBC fan for decorating cakes. I think the versions with the powdered sugar are gritty and way to sweet. I did...

Panini- Although the standards are pretty relaxed here for "home bakers" but you wouldn't believe how nasty some shop owners can be. Most which offer inferior product. Wendy- The idea of pricing by the tier appeals to...

Panini- Great questions to start a new thread. First I want to know if I qualify as a Suzy- I do work out of my home but it is legal. I have won contests against the best pastry chefs in my area and been highlighted in my local...