Special Occasion F.A.Q
When should I order my cake?
I tend to book up quickly, so it’s best to contact me as soon as you know you would like to order a cake. I can only take on a limited number of orders each week to make sure I can provide the best product possible for my customers. For special occasion cakes, 2 weeks notice is recommended, for wedding cakes, 4-6 months is recommended. I can sometimes accommodate last minute orders, please contact me to see if space is still available.
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How do I order a cake from you?
The easiest way to order a cake is to contact me through my contact page, or send me an email directly at info@bluelacecakes.com. Please include the date of your event, type of event, the number of servings you need, and contact number. You can also include any inspiration images to help in the design process. Those images can be anything from other cakes you have seen, invitations, and even table linens, or a dress. You can even just have an idea. The cake designs I create are custom for every customer. While I can combine design elements from different cakes, to create something original, I will not make a direct copy of another cake artist’s work.
How is payment made?
Once all the details of your order are finalized, at the time the order is placed a 50% non-refundable retainer is needed to secure your date. All orders are taken on a first come first served basis, and a date will not be held until the retainer is received. Payments can be made securely online through an emailed invoice. The balance for special occasion cakes are due 7 days before the due date of the cake. If your cake is not paid in full your order will be cancelled and you will forfeit your retainer. Payment is due in full for any orders placed with less than a month before event date.
How are your cakes made?
At Blue Lace Cakes, our cakes, buttercreams, and fillings, are all made from scratch. I use all natural products in my cakes, and never use cake mixes, or premade buttercream. While making things from scratch is not the easiest, or fastest way to make a cake, in my opinion it’s the best, and only way. This insures that you cake not only looks amazing on the outside, but also tastes amazing on the inside.
Do you deliver my cake?
I do offer delivery. You can see my prices for delivery here If you are ordering a tiered cake, I highly recommend choosing your cake to be delivered to avoid any damage to the cake during transport. You are also able to pick up your cake from me in Gaithersburg. Please note that once the cake leaves my possession, I am not liable for any damage that may occur. Delivery is available to MD, Northern VA, and DC, if you are outside those areas please contact me.
Can you ship cakes?
Unfortunately, shipping my cakes is not possible without damage occurring to the cake.
Do you have a store I can visit ?
At this time, Blue Lace Cakes is an online bakery, and I do not have a storefront. My future goal is to have my own kitchen space, along with a consultation room for my customers.
Do you offer cakes for LBGTQIA weddings/events?
We Love everyone here at Blue Lace Cakes, and believe that everyone should be treated equally and with respect. We are happy to help anyone that is in need of an amazing cake.