Question 1

Can I bring my own design idea?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We encourage you to bring inspiration photos, Pinterest boards, color swatches, or any ideas you have. Stephanie will work with you to bring your vision to life in a way that's uniquely yours.

Question 2

What is the 3D design mockup and is it really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes — completely free with every order. Before we bake a single thing, Stephanie creates a custom photorealistic 3D rendering of your cake so you can see exactly what it will look like. You approve the design before we ever start baking. No surprises.

Question 3

Can you match my wedding or event colors?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We custom match colors, themes, florals, and décor elements to your specific event. Just share your color palette, inspiration photos, or venue details and we'll design accordingly.

Question 4

Do you make tiered cakes?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we specialize in tiered cakes for weddings, quinceañeras, and milestone celebrations. From simple two-tier designs to elaborate five-tier showpieces, every tier is made completely from scratch.

Question 5

Can I see examples of your previous work?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Visit our gallery at cakesbystephva.com or browse our Instagram @_cakes_bysteph_llc to see our full portfolio of wedding cakes, quinceañera cakes, birthday cakes, and Peruvian pastries.

Question 6

Are your cakes really made 100% from scratch?

Accepted Answer

Always. Every single cake Stephanie makes uses real butter, fresh eggs, and premium ingredients — no box mixes, ever. You can taste the difference immediately, and our five-star reviews prove it.

Question 7

What flavors do you offer?

Accepted Answer

We offer a wide variety of flavors including vanilla, chocolate, red velvet, lemon, strawberry, and our signature authentic Peruvian flavors — dulce de leche, manjar blanco, tres leches, and more. Custom flavor combinations are available upon request.

Question 8

What makes your Peruvian flavors unique?

Accepted Answer

Authentic Peruvian flavors like dulce de leche, manjar blanco, and tres leches are part of Stephanie's family baking tradition. These flavors are not available at any other custom cake studio in Northern Virginia — they are exclusively ours and completely made from scratch using traditional recipes.

Question 9

How do I place an order?

Accepted Answer

Simply reach out through our website at cakesbystephva.com, send us a DM on Instagram, or text Stephanie directly at (240) 471-5637. We'll schedule a free consultation to discuss your vision, flavors, and design.

Question 10

How far in advance should I order?

Accepted Answer

We recommend booking at least 4–6 weeks in advance for birthday and celebration cakes, and 2–4 months in advance for wedding and quinceañera cakes. Popular dates — especially summer and holiday weekends — book up quickly so the earlier the better.

Question 11

Do you require a deposit?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A deposit is required to secure your date and begin the design process. The remaining balance is due before delivery or pickup. All pricing is confirmed in writing before any work begins — no surprise bills ever.

Question 12

Can I make changes to my order after booking?

Accepted Answer

Minor changes can be accommodated up to 2 weeks before your event date. Major design changes may require additional time and cost. We recommend finalizing all details at your consultation to avoid any last-minute adjustments.

Question 13

What areas do you serve?

Accepted Answer

We serve all of Northern Virginia including Leesburg, Ashburn, Sterling, Herndon, Chantilly, Reston, Fairfax, Manassas, Alexandria, and Woodbridge. We also serve Winchester, Front Royal, Woodstock, Strasburg, Berryville, and the entire Shenandoah Valley, as well as Washington DC and Maryland including Bethesda, Rockville, and Gaithersburg.

Question 14

How quickly does Stephanie respond to inquiries?

Accepted Answer

Stephanie responds personally to every inquiry within 24 hours, 7 days a week. For the fastest response, text or WhatsApp at (240) 471-5637.

Question 15

Who makes the cakes — is it just Stephanie?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Stephanie personally handles every single order from the first message to final delivery. You will always be communicating directly with Stephanie, never a staff member or assistant. That personal touch is what sets Cakes by Steph apart from every other bakery in the area.

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