Orders & Customers · 8 min
What to Ask Before Quoting a Custom Cake
Collect servings, design, timing, delivery, and revision facts before committing to a number.
Define the edible product
Confirm event date, servings, tier sizes, flavor, filling, allergens discussed, finish, and any structural or venue restrictions before pricing.
Define the design scope
Record reference images as inspiration, colors, flowers or toppers, lettering, complexity, delivery, setup, and who supplies each non-edible item.
Worked example
Educational example: a $95 base cake plus $36 custom decorating, $14 purchased topper, and $20 delivery creates a $165 quote before applicable tax.
Protect the decision
Add quote expiry, deposit requirement, final-payment date, change deadline, cancellation terms, and a dated approval. Do not quote from an image alone.
Use your own verified receipts and label every example as an estimate.
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