Hobbyist baker’s pricing structure for custom cakes sparks family feud

When a hobbyist baker charged commission fees for custom cakes, her family members became upset. The baker, who also works full-time in engineering consulting, created a pricing structure that reflects the cost of her time and effort. Despite her reasonable explanation, her aunt and cousin were outraged at the prices and accused her of taking advantage of people. The baker wonders if she is in the wrong. Is she justified in setting her prices, or is she being unreasonable?

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Hobbyist baker sparks family feud over cake pricing

A hobbyist engineer turned baker’s pricing structure for custom cakes has caused a family feud. The baker, who only makes cakes as a hobby, has started charging commission rates for special requests to compensate for the time spent away from their full-time engineering job. While most people have declined once they hear the pricing breakdown, two family members have expressed frustration and called the prices ‘absurd’ and ‘horrible’. The baker has defended their prices, stating that they are structured around making it worth their time and effort. Is the baker taking advantage or are the family members being unreasonable? Let’s take a look at the arguments in the comments.

Family demands custom cake but complains about price. NTA wins.

Hobby bakers should establish boundaries and charge for their time.

Baking should be fun, not a business. NTA for charging.

Baker defends pricing for custom cakes, politely suggests alternatives

Using a creative strategy to say ‘no’ – NTA

Creative hobbyists unite! NTA for setting boundaries and pricing.

“I’m not selfish, I just don’t want to do it.”

Setting boundaries with entitled freeloaders, NTA wins cake feud

Baker shuts down entitled customers with a sassy smile

Baker sets high prices to avoid custom orders. NTA.

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Setting boundaries without explaining yourself is important. ‍♀️

Monetizing hobbies is fair, NTA for charging for services

Charging for emotional labor – NTA ️

Respect your time and skills! NTA wins family feud.

Baker’s boundaries praised, sister’s relatable cake horror story shared

Baker stands firm on pricing, family feud ensues

Baker stands up to entitled customers, hailed as hero

Baker defends pricing structure and boundaries, tells haters to back off

Hobbyist baker stands their ground on pricing, earning support.

Standing up for yourself against entitled family members.

Fair pricing and boundaries are key, NTA

Baking struggles and family drama – relatable for many ‍♀️

Politely decline requests and recommend local bakeries instead

Charge your worth and don’t let anyone guilt you into less

Baker’s honesty backfires, customers still unhappy with busy response.

Hobbyist baker sets the record straight on pricing structure

Stand your ground and know your worth

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Polite NTA comment suggests setting boundaries.

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Baker’s pricing justified, NTA. Let them eat engineering

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Baker charges fair prices, family feud over custom cakes

Commenter defends baker’s pricing with fiery passion

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Baker’s pricing justified, family overreacts

Setting boundaries and valuing one’s time is important. ⏰

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This baker is in the clear according to commenter

Polite decline is the way to go

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Audio engineer defends pricing structure, supports hobbyist baker. NTA.

Genius pricing strategy weeds out choosy beggars. #NTA

Setting clear boundaries and saying ‘no’ is important. ‍♀️

Charge what you’re worth No justification needed. #NTA

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