Step 1
Two to four weeks out
Start custom cakes, large dessert orders, and dietary-sensitive work early when possible.
Buyer guide
Custom bakery orders work best when the buyer gives enough timing, servings, dietary, and pickup detail for sellers to respond clearly.
Who this helps
Buyers ordering custom cakes, event desserts, gluten-free pickup, or bakery boxes.
Step 1
Start custom cakes, large dessert orders, and dietary-sensitive work early when possible.
Step 2
Confirm servings, design direction, pickup time, allergens, and final quote details.
Step 3
Confirm pickup address, storage, transport, and any last-minute handling notes.
Two to four weeks is safer for custom designs, large orders, or dietary-sensitive work, though some bakers may accept shorter timelines.
Include date, pickup or delivery, servings, flavor, dietary needs, budget, design notes, and whether the event has setup constraints.