Today we’d like to introduce you to Ashley Faubion.
Hi Ashley, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I am originally from Hudson Valley, New York. I moved to Rogersville, Tennessee in 2022. My passion for baking started when I was a little girl. My mom created my love for creating beautiful and tasty desserts. A few months after my mom passed away in 2014, I was offered a job as a cake decorator for a grocery store. I worked at the grocery store for six years and that is where I found my love for cake decorating. I had some wonderful mentors at the grocery store who taught me the basics of cake decorating. Over the years I cultivated all of the skills that I have now. When I moved to Tennessee, I realized that I wanted more. I wanted to challenge myself and put myself out there. So, in early 2023, I decided to make a post in the local Facebook group offering my cake services. I was blown away by the feedback that I received. Little by little, brick by brick, I have built my home bakery. For the past 2 1/2 years, I’ve worked diligently to create the business that I have today. I specialize in personalized cakes, floral cupcakes, and gourmet cupcakes. I love being able to express my creativity through cake art. I spend so much time trying to perfect every single order. There’s something so beautiful about making a cake that will be a part of someone’s special occasion.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
My biggest struggles have been with my own self-confidence. I consider myself an artist, and I tend to be my own worst critic. I find myself wishing that I was doing better or selling more, however, when I look back at all that I have accomplished, I’m very proud of myself.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I am the sole owner and operator of an at home bakery. I specialize in personalized cakes, floral cupcakes, and gourmet cupcakes. I am most known for my floral cupcakes and my delicious desserts. I am proud of everything that I have accomplished on my own. I am proud of how far I’ve come, from working in a grocery store to working for myself. I believe that my attention to detail is what sets me apart from others. I spend a lot of time on each of my creations. I will not sell a product unless I am 110% satisfied with it.
How do you think about luck?
I don’t think that luck has played a big part in my life or my business. I’ve worked so hard to be where I’m at today. I don’t think I would’ve accomplished anything that I have without my hard work and determination. I continuously put myself out there and work as hard as I can to progress even further.
Pricing:
- Medium to high pricing I would say
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/icedwithlovebakery?igsh=YmpiYnprZDJ5YmI%3D&utm_source=qr
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJ2dxJEo2/?mibextid=wwXIfr
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@icedwithlovebakery?si=1vlK0Uqabd9FZLsL
- Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@icedwithlovebakery?_t=ZP-8zpXvPJO4nW&_r=1
