There are so many reasons to need a cake; from birthdays to weddings and everything in between. When a cake is needed; The first question I ask myself is: do I prepare it or go to the store? Sometimes we order a cake when we need it; prefabricated and decorated. Other times we make them and their decorations. Depending on the circumstances in which the cake is needed, one of the choices may be more effective. How do you know when to buy or bake a cake? There are many things to consider before choosing to make a cake with love or buy one from the store. One thing we need to think about when we need a cake; this is the time we have to get it to where it needs to be. When someone buys a cake, they have two choices when it comes to time. They can choose a pre-made cake or place an order. Time does not affect us when we choose a ready-made cake. However, when ordering a cake, place the order as early as possible. It still takes time for the baker to bake and decorate it (especially if it is large or detailed). When you make your own decorations, it takes a lot more time. Even more time consuming if someone is new to decorating. The last cake I made for my son took 22 hours to decorate and cost $20 to make (it would have cost close to 100 at a store). From training Mario and Yoshi from rice crispy treats; painting the figures with icing, which was not an easy task. Icing tends to dry quickly, so add water frequently to prevent this. When there is a date, a cake must be returned before; keep in mind the time needed before tackling large decorating tasks. Another thing to keep in mind when deciding whether to make or buy a cake is the price. When you buy cakes from a bakery or store, they tend to be more expensive. You have to remember that the person detects...... middle of paper...... flavor and decorations are things they like. Otherwise why buy it for them. I believe that making something means more than just buying it. If making the cake is the choice, it will usually be much more appreciated. It’s because someone cared enough to go to the trouble of working so hard on something special. We tend to prefer things that come from the heart over things that come from the wallet. Even if the cake collapses or is as ugly as it can be, they will love it. So the next time a cake is needed, remember these tips when deciding whether to bake and decorate or order and purchase cakes. If you need something more personal and emotional, try baking a cake. Also remember to have plenty of time to finish decorating before you need the cake. If time is against us, the purchase would work better. When making choices, always consider the pros and cons of each decision before making the final choice..