Great tips. My 13 yo daughter recently started with her own baking business and just completed her first custom cake order. Two things I advised her to do is 1) Calculate the time it takes to do the job and make sure you make enough profit to make it worth your time, and 2) Specialize in the things you know you do well. She's really good at cake decorating, and she makes great blueberry and apple pies. She plans to stick to those three products for now and grow the business gradually -- taking limited orders that she knows she has time to fill. It's a great learning experience where she has been challenged to apply all the things she learns in school -- math, science, art, communications, etc.

Thank you for this! I’m 17 and i’ve always had a passion for baking and I just started up my cake business i’ve only really sold 3 cakes so far, and i’m having trouble getting customers even with word of mouth, making cakes for family/friends, promoting on social media, trying to give samples to my mom for her to take to work. I almost feel like no one takes me seriously because i’m so young and it’s just so frustrating.

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds so frustrating Ashlynn. I know the feeling, when people are like "oh thats cute she has a little cake business". I think its our strength though, to be underestimated. For a long time i only sold 1-2 cakes a month. But it gave me time to experiment and watch youtube (which you're already doing) and figure out what makes me unique. I also started with a lot of kids birthday parties because parents are always in need of treats (espec. nut-free). Best of luck! feel free to email or message me on ig! I'd love to see your work

@kingace5231

2 жыл бұрын

i guarantee if i tried something of yours, it’d be better than someone who claims they’ve had 20+ years with this qualification, plus this degree, etc. my point is that yes, you are young BUT you will be successful because you believe in yourself! i’m 18 and i’m also trying to start a baking business myself! i hope you do well!

@everythingbakingmore4078

2 жыл бұрын

How is it going so far? I'm only 15 and trying to start my own home bakery

@Joshuarcade

Жыл бұрын

Hey @ashlynn do you have business cards? (Commenting on a year old post but would love to know how it’s going now)

@ashlynnsmith369

Жыл бұрын

@@Joshuarcade Hi!! yes I did in fact have business cards um but little update i’m in college now so I don’t really have time for cakes anymore but during the summer I had a consistent business! I made some decent money as well, but it became a chore and school started back up I couldn’t balance it all. Hoping one day I can get back to it.

Thank you so much! I've been doing a ton of research trying to start a business, and this totally put my mind at ease because I had no idea where to start. Definitely subscribing, this was so lovely and helpful :D

You are real. And thats what made me keep watching this. Thanks for the info 😊

Hey, I love your vibe... I can't remember the last time I watched a video that was so relatable. I'm a week into my own micro business in baking, so this video kinda answers a few questions that keep popping up. Thank you for doing this ❤️

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

That's so exciting! Congratulations! feel free to email or dm me on ig if you have any questions! So glad the video helped

THANK YOU for this!! Never seen any of your videos before so when you mentioned you bake vegan cakes I got super excited!! Because I just discovered baking and I’ve been vegan for a year. Very good advice! ❤️

I watch these over my lunch break. You put my heart at ease. So much love!!

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Aww thanks Ann! That makes me so happy! 💗💗💗

Love your videos! I was also diagnosed with CD 5 years ago and started my own GF bakery. I found your channel after getting started, and I'm so glad to be listening to this video right now. Because I do all the work. And I offer everything I can make. 😅

Ok, I love this channel already and I'm so excited for more! ❤🧿✨✨

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Thank you! I really appreciate it. more to come

Omg you’re hilarious! Going to binge watch your channel now 😂❤ Also, really great tips! Especially about buying in bulk or not.

Great video and channel! Like how you explain the ups and downs, and not to get discouraged. Can’t wait to see more content.

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert! Still trying ti figure this whole youtube thing out

Great tips for starting a home bakery! Love your style!

Watching this was the carrot to make me get on the treadmill this morning- you made me laugh! Thank you for ideas- love your emphasis on networking and helping one another.

Fixing to start my own baking adventure! Thanks for the support!!!!

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck! 💗💗💗

Your voice is so soothing, it’s giving everythings gonna work out vibes❤️ I’ve been so nervous to start my at home bakery. I went to school for baking, and I love creating but rn I work at the post office. Kind of nervous that has been away from the baking little too long 😅

Great chat and advice. I hope and wish you well. The more good bakers the better for everyone.

Such great and REAL advice! Thank you!

This was so helpful because I actually own my own home business and I have for awhile so this really helped me thank you so much!

You’re such a boss! Love that you’re spreading all of your wisdom. :)

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

bahhhhh thanks Alannah 🌻

Lauren thanks for talking about this, I really needed it. Hugs from Barcelona🌺

Totally and utterly love listening to you vlog!! Love it

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Dawwwww thanks Sonia

Love this! Such great advise...that, honestly, pertains to a LOT of businesses! YAY!

@LaurenMcGowan

4 ай бұрын

Absolutely!!

I absolutely love your videos. I'm not even very good at baking cakes (nor am I vegan or GF) so it's all the more credit to your videos for being so fresh and fun that I've watched them all! Thank you for the lovely content and please keep them coming!

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow Joanne that is so kind of you to say. 😍 I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed watching them. Thanks so much for leaving a comment 💗

Love the quality! I'm also starting a new "home" bakery 😁😁

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And congratulations!

starting my own cake business and i’m thankful for this video!

@anisheikh2941

4 ай бұрын

I really start my home cake business but i couldn't able to find ingredients in new jersey usa. Like chocolate in bulk at low price and fresh whipping crem to make fresh cream cake. Please help me if you know anything😊

Yeah! kitchen tour! Cheers from Peru :) BTW, I found you bc the algorithm seems to love you

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

I don't kn ow what I did to please the algorithm this week but I'm not complaining!

This is so informative!! It is always a delightful experience to hear from other home bakers! It is something else when it comes to sharing our experience as a home bakery in Delhi, India.❤

I’m also nosy and love seeing what’s in everyone fridge/pantry!😍

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Yessss so interesting!

I love everything about your personality 🤣🤣

Super informative and well paced, kept my interest throughout! :))

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

thank you friend!

I love you so much for this!!!

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

haha thank you, more to come!

these are literally just great rules for everything in life!

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Dawwww thank you! I think so too 😍

Hello Lauren, I am so happy to find this video (or maybe it found me 😳😜). Thanks for your advises, thanks for letting us know about your background and way through this homebakery business. I like you so much! I wish you success and all the best❤🎉 Kind regards, Elena from Florida ( I am starting my home bakery business for vegan and gluten-free bread) 😊

love ur vibe

Love this video so much! I can relate to so many of the points, especially how old jobs experience can help you! Can you also do a home bakery tour as well? And maybe an efficient way to track orders? It would be awesome!

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

ooooh i never thought to show how i track orders. tbh i may use it as a brainstorm because my method though functional is imperfect. i want to do a kitchen tour! but also what you see is the only cute part of the kitchen so maybe it will be a disappointment lol

I’m attempting to make my first cake for my son‘s third birthday! Recently diagnosed celiac my husband is celiac. It’s been difficult! He absolutely loves cake! After watching your videos I feel very confident LOL

Girl you a whole lot lol I love you lol thanks for the great advice and laughs.

Lauren, love your channel! Sending you positive vibes from Qatar!!!! Xxx

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

I am planning to open a home bakery and doing ground work and found ur vedio.i ❤️the thought of restaurant supplies store.it saves some 💰

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Good luck with your bakery!

This is so awesome I want to start doing vegan/gluten free baking! Im vegan and know that struggle of feeling left out. Its inspiring to see you made it work out

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! It's so human to want to eat together and share food. And so rewarding to make food that others can enjoy- good luck baking!

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I started my home baking business 3 months ago. I have a small client base now, about 50, but sometimes I get panic about having fewer orders in one week. This really soothes me and I know I need to take things slow, stop thinking about how much I make every month.

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

That's incredible for 3 months! I take lean weeks to do bookkeeping, rest, website maintenance etc. Sets you up for success when you do have more orders. Good luck!

@MrRamirojunior

Жыл бұрын

What made you have more customers coming to you? What have you done to have more customers?

OMG I just loved your vibe... youre so funny!!

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

eek thank you

love to find your channel! the way you talk really works for my ADHD brain ahahaha. really helpful tips ❤

@phos5990

2 ай бұрын

the brick and mortar story time when!!!

Please show us how you make your cake slice boxes and how you keep them from being dry ^-^

I learn from you daily thank you so much Beautiful Baker

i started my bakery business in november and im still kinda lost, thank you for this video!! love it

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

omg congratulations! it took me ages to figure things out good luck 🌻

So not annoyed with you. Can’t wait to pick your brain!!! Great video, loved it!

I would love to hear more details on how to start pricing your baked goods and how to label things according to cottage food laws!

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh good idea. Pricing can be tough. Cottage laws vary so much I don’t think I’d be able to give an accurate idea for majority of people. Maybe how to find out about cottage law?

@bryn993

3 жыл бұрын

@@LaurenMcGowan For sure. That would be very informative!

Great video!

We have the same exact background!😊

❤🎉 found another cake maker like me who caters for allergies. Before i had my 3rd baby i was baking for several cafes my own recipes. I would bake GLuten free, nut free

Thank you so much I am 17 years old and I’m trying to start my own at home bakery and I’ve been trying to figure out where to start after looking at the laws in my state

Hello! Thank you for the video just subscribed! Two videos I would like to see are (if you haven’t made them already): What restaurant supply store you go to (if it’s a chain or online) And How to optimize baking time. Essentially how to get faster at baking. 15 minute prep time is usually 30-40 minutes for me. Not sure what I’m doing wrong. Maybe better organization and access to kitchen tools? Anyway thank you again for the amazing video!

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thank you so much! I’m based in Canada so I mostly go to Canadian shops but I think I’ll do a trip to the kitchen supply store video soon

Hey!!! Home baker here, I love your vids I’m binge watching them lol, can you talk about how to approach other brands to make collabs? And how to improve social media engagement? You have such a great style and business! Thanks

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Paola, In my experience my collaborations usually happen with people I know and admire or are friends with. I’ve met a lot people through interacting with other people’s work. Some people of we’ve worked together before I’ll pitch ideas. Sometimes it works sometimes it doesn’t. For social media, just doing it. It took me years to figure out. I watch videos but mostly just remembering to post a few times a week. Everyday is too much for me! I also like the link in bio newsletter for social media management 💗 hope this helps

Love this video and your personality. I annoy everyone too about talking business stuff lol

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

thank you! Yes, but then the relief when you can ramble with another small business person. So wonderful.

Superbe vidéo 👌 very instructive !

I’m so happy that I have found your page. My 6 and 2 year old nieces both have celiac disease and it’s so hard trying to find someone who makes gluten free cakes and that way I want to start up a cake/sweet business that is gluten free so I can help people who have food intolerances

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

Yay! So many people with intolerances need cake too! Its so nice o be able to share at family gatherings too- i was diagnosed as an adult I can't imagine how difficult it is as a child.

@lazy__5384

2 жыл бұрын

@@LaurenMcGowan it’s extremely hard. They got diagnosed two months ago. They couldn’t really trick or treat and at the school parties for holidays their mom is having to bring them different foods. For our family parties they are also having to bring food. I’m trying my hardest to find some great recipes for them and then for my at home bakery. So I appreciate you very much. Thank you!

We have the same Coffee Maker! Barista Express from Breville!

So I was looking at starting a small cinnamon roll business out of my apartment and running it more like a pop up. I already have a niche being that I make different flavors i have like 12 different ones I've been working on universal base recipes to keep cost low for like a year. My problem is transportation because I don't have a vehicle so I know I won't have nearly as much traction.

You’re funny, I’m subbing

Thank you for the video! With your vegan baking, where do you order your Vegan Sugar in bulk?

I hear you on the food allergies - for the last almost 8 years I have been only able to eat banana smoothies and organic non GMO eggs - I can have butternut squash with honey and pink salt and butternut squash soup with carrots and honey - but that is it. (Antibiotics did me in) but I have been able to bake/cook again without my throat, mouth and all that swell up - so now I'm starting up a home bakery. But I can't eat a single bite of anything - I have to have my husband or son taste test my baked goods. But I know what you mean about socializing and food - I just bring my smoothies with me everywhere I go - it's tough - but I just look at food a lot differently now - it's just food - anyhow - love your channel -

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry to hear about for food struggles. It can be so frustrating when our bodies don’t let us enjoy foods we like. But when you take away the romance it’s really just fuel. I hope your home bakery goes well! Lucky you have your family to help. When I prepare things I can’t eat I rely so much on sight and smell and touch. You still have so much control over texture and and how it looks! Best of luck 💗

Hello, I'm so happy I found your channel! I'm also from Montreal and I'm thinking of starting a home bakery in the future. I'd like to know what license you have. A MAPAQ license is enough? Thank you so much and I love your aesthetic.

Another sick video!! What are your fav restaurant stuff stores in Montreal? I want me some cambro-style containers...

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

I go to tzanet! All the cambro containers you could ever dream of. I always ending up a bunch of cafeteria trays there too

Thanks for this information. I started baking years ago and just quit after getting lost in what to do. However, now I want to start again and as a health traveler, when I get chance to bake I received plenty compliments to start a bakery. I just want it to be mobile. Have any advice for that? And I don't want a storefront yet.

This is a good video, I am starting the process now to sell locally! My question to you is did you get a sole proprietorship and insurance ? The only thing that is required is a food handlers license ❤ When you said you started how much did you spend? Did you already have equipment?

Thank you for sharing, can we please have a list of the stores you buy your supplies from, in Montréal,

I agree about the allergy thing. People get offended when I tell them I don't make anything with peanuts. Not only am I allergic but all of my sisters are as well. I'm not gonna put myself at risk for the sake of an order.

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

of course! thats so frustrating especially with such a serious allergy.

i have celiac too! i was diagnosed when i was 4

Yes kitchen tour pleaseeeee.

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

working on it!

Gosh I love your personality you remind me of myself when trying to make these types of videos, talking to a camera Is such an interesting thing to do ain't it 😂😂💔

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

Right? I feel like such an alien for the first few minutes 😆

@girlbye4522

2 жыл бұрын

@@LaurenMcGowan relatable 😂

Hey, I hear you! My children have these allergies, including egg 😒. It's been hard. I'm thinking to start own bakery biZ..... cake wasn't an item I was planning on. I'm a new baker :)

You're very fun to listen to and also remind me some of Stefani Germanotta.

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

omg what ok ☺😍

I have a quick question for you I love all the things you make I made a chocolate cake but I forgot to put my sprinkles on it and it dried what do I do now or do I just leave the cake plain

Where do you buy your cake boxes and everything you use for your packaging

I already start but still learning to improve the quality

I remember your first home bakery foray when you were 10

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

yes! Cookie Express! an excellent business model where I didn't pay for any ingredients lmao

Hi! I'm Cybill I'm 49 years old. I use to sell plates when my kids were small. Someone told me to think about starting my own Bakery Business from home starting small. So I was googling about starting a bakery business I saw your video & you were so helpful. But I have to figure out if I do this, I have to come up with pricing my cakes, pies & cookies not to mention the materials I'll need. If you could give me some ideas I would appreciate it greatly. 😊

What companies do you recommend getting the bulk supplies from?

Tours tours !

How do uou deal with the heat from the oven during the Summe? I'd love to start production on gluten free cookies. but my timy apartment will turn into a hot box

Hey! You mentioned at the start of the video you had some issues with overcommitting, could you share a little more on how you handled this?

do you have your kitchen tour up yet? love your videos :D

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

Not yet! 😅shooting it this month!

i am wanting to start a buisness i love baking ever since i was little i baked is there any apps i could seel stuff on like baking stuff such as cookies cakes pies? and more???

At the minue im just doing oreo brownies and red velvet cupcakes , just hand delivering around my estate

Thank you for sharing. Just started my cake business and looking for advice online. Just subsribed too :)

@Joshuarcade

Жыл бұрын

Me too! How’s your business going???

How did you bake is pastry shops in the past with celiac disease?

“Tattooing is not that different from piping” lol, but on a serious note, so many priceless comments here and also really interesting to “meet” you as a person! Kitchen tour sounds great 👍 seeing how you work on a real order would be cool, from the moment you take the order, get the ingredients etc.

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marta! I'm excited to work on the kitchen tour and I'll work on an order vlog! 🌻

@MartaHerbed

3 жыл бұрын

@@LaurenMcGowan awesome, waiting to see it!

@immabusybee9032

2 жыл бұрын

yes

I am also gluten and dairy free too. I had an allergic reaction in 2011, where I was sick and I was eating constantly with one food. Until I went for allergy testing and found out I have an allergy to gluten. Then 2 years ago, I went for another allergy testing and found out I am allergic to dairy and walnuts.

I'm currently a student in a management program but I still can't figure out where to go to find licensing for an in home bakery, any tips? Thank you!

I just came across your channel I love baking cupcakes and donuts I can eat any of what I make because I also have what you have so right now I just do it for family please where can I got the gluten free flour in bulk?

@LaurenMcGowan

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Yawah! I get mine from a local health food store! I had to ask them to order the bulk size bags for me because they didn’t carry them. Before that I would make a flour mix of my own to save money. Hope this helps 💗

How much can I realistically expect to take home every month if I am getting like 10-15 orders every week and I’m a premium priced bakery? As in, I focus on quality ingredients etc. I just need a ballpark number to know if this is even a realistic route for me. And is 10-15 orders a week a lot to you? That’s the number I have in my head for me to be maxed out

Hey Lauren! Thank you so much for the tips. I'm a teen and I want to start an online cookie shop. Sadly my parents don't want me to because they are afraid of liabilities and think I won't be able to manage it with school.I was wondering if you have any tips to help convince my parents to let me start. Thanks!!! :)

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I think you have two options. Option 1 is to focus on showing your parents how responsible you're going to be. You could take an online health and safety course, show them your research on selling cookies in your area, etc. I'd also show them how you plan to set work/school boundaries. An after school job could be about 10 hrs/ week so spending about this much time on your business could help. That balance is such an important skill. Option 2, would be to see if you could work at a bakery, or ask to stage or shadow. But this option may be too much time/ not right for you! I hope things go well! Keep me updated

What gluten free flour do you recommend

Can someone recommend places to buy cookie boxes in bulk?

I’m think of doing my own bake business is it Worth it

Hey! I’ve been in a corporate like restaurant for about a year now and have made it to kitchen manager. I’m 18 and am about to be 19. I’m wondering if you decided to do culinary beforehand? I just don’t know to much about the industry and what the next step is honestly. I would love to have something of my own and start working towards that now. I’m just a bit lost in the food world.

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Congrats on making it to kitchen manager! I never went to culinary school. I actually have a degree in communications + minor in english. I thought i wanted to be a food writer (still do kinda). for me, i just tried a bunch of stuff. both in food and other industries. there's so much pressure to feel like you know what you're doing. You have so much time to try stuff and be messy. What are the parts about food that you love? And the industry? I'm happy I didn't go to culinary school. I think it makes me aware of less "rules" in cooking and allows me to be more creative and dream. I hope this ramble helps. Keep me updated

Hi, I just happened to start watching you before I realized you were from Montreal, I am in Quebec. I went to pastry school forever ago and have only now started to really attempt to start a business school. Do you know what the provincial laws are about opening an at home bakery? I can’t seem to figure it out.

@Joshuarcade

Жыл бұрын

I think you can find some info on your city’s city hall website, but probably better off going in person and asking the right questions of the right peopl lol

Ahh!! I love you will you be my mentor 😩🙈

@LaurenMcGowan

2 жыл бұрын

Babbbbbes, feel free to email me or dm me if you have any specific questions

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