Custom cakes at Lorraine’s Bake Shop are designed for birthdays, anniversaries, baby showers, retirements, and all of life’s sweet celebrations. This guide will help you understand what we offer, what we don’t, and how to request a quote with confidence.

What We offer

Our cakes are known for their clean lines, soft textures, and warm, classic style. We specialize in:

• Smooth buttercream finishes

• Simple, elegant piping

• Light florals (buttercream)

• Minimalist designs

• Soft color palettes

• Small themed accents (within our skillset)

What We Don’t Offer

To protect our time, energy, and quality, we do not take on:

• Fondant-covered cakes

• Sculpted or 3D cakes

• Hyper-realistic designs

• Extremely detailed character cakes

• Heavy toppers or stacked figurines

• Multi-tier wedding cakes

• Designs requiring structural engineering or internal supports

This helps ensure every cake we make is something we can confidently and beautifully execute.

Cake Sizes & Servings

All round cakes are made as a standard 2-layer cake.

You may add up to 2 additional layers for a total of a 4-layer tall cake.

Available Sizes

• 4” (serves 4-6)

• 6” (serves 8-10)

• 9” (serves 16-22)

• 10” (serves 26-38)

• 12” (serves 36-56)

Serving sizes are approximate and depend on how the cake is cut.

Traditional party‑style slices are larger, while event‑style slices are smaller and yield more servings.

Single-Tier Cake Pricing

Single-Tier Cakes

• 4” - $15.00

• 6” - $27.50

• 9” - $55.00

• 10” - $89.00

• 12” - $120.00

• Extra layers available (up to 2 additional)

Flavor Tiers

Flavors are grouped into tiers based on ingredients and preparation.

Standard Flavors - no additional charge

• Vanilla

• Chocolate

• Yellow

• Marble

Signature Flavors - +$10

• Red Velvet

• Strawberry

• Lemon Blueberry

• German Chocolate

Premier Flavors - +$15

• Black Forest

• Boston Cream Pie

• Any cake with specialty fillings (compotes, custards, mousse, etc.)

Design Tiers

Design pricing is added to the base cake price and reflects the time, detail, and materials involved.

Tier 1 — Simple - No Upcharge

• Smooth buttercream

• Minimal piping

• Light texture

• Simple color palette

Tier 2 — Detailed - +15 - $25

• Multiple colors

• Moderate piping

• Light florals

• Small themed accents

Tier 3 — Complex - +$35 - $50+

• Multi‑element designs

• Heavy piping

• Detailed florals

• Layered themes within our skill set

Lead Time

We require a minimum of two weeks’ notice for custom cakes. More time is always appreciated, especially for weekends and busy seasons. If we’re fully booked for your date, we’ll let you know right away.

Pickup Details

All cakes are picked up at Lorraine’s Bake Shop on Dexter Avenue. Pickup times will be confirmed when your order is approved. We’ll also provide simple transport and storage tips to help keep your cake safe on the way to your celebration.

Ready to Order?

Once you’ve reviewed this guide, you can submit your custom cake request using the Custom Cake Order Form. I’ll look over your design, confirm availability, and send pricing and next steps.