Seoul Flower Cottage Bakery

Hi there! I’m Carolyn, the owner and baker behind Seoul

Flower Cottage Bakery.

I’m a self-taught baker with no formal training—just a lifelong love for baking, especially cupcakes. I specialize in hand-piped buttercream flowers and have been creating custom cupcakes as a side hustle for years. Birthdays, baby showers, bridal showers, holidays—you name it, I’ve probably made a cupcake for it.

Believe it or not, I’m also a nurse. I earned my RN in July 2024 and worked night shift until August 2025, when burnout finally caught up with me. I was mentally exhausted and unhappy, and honestly, it was my coworkers who kept me going for as long as I did. One night around 2 a.m., sitting at the nurses’ station with one of my best friends, I was telling him about the sourdough baking videos I couldn’t stop watching. We looked at each

other and said it at the same time: “A bakery.” And just like that, the dream

was born.

When it came time to choose a name, I wanted something that felt deeply personal—something that felt like me. I was born in Seoul, South Korea, and my Korean name, 윤영 최 (Yoon Yung Choi), loosely translates to “wild flower.” That’s where Seoul Flower comes from.

I had never baked bread before, but I was determined to learn. After two weeks of trial and error, my sourdough starter was finally born. I named her Gigi, after my beloved first dog and the influencer who inspired me to start my sourdough journey. From there, I baked nearly every day until I perfected it—and it quickly became a rewarding (and slightly obsessive) passion.

If you’ve never heard of a cottage bakery, you’re not alone—I hadn’t either. A cottage bakery is a bakery run entirely from a home kitchen, without the need for a commercial storefront or expensive equipment. Learning this changed everything for me. If I had known sooner, I might have skipped nursing school altogether… kidding. Mostly. 😉

At the heart of it all, I love taking care of people. Nursing was one way to do that—but baking for my community feels just as meaningful, and a whole lot sweeter. I’m still learning, I’ll make mistakes along the way, and I truly appreciate your patience. I’m so excited for you to be here, and I can’t wait for you to try something baked with love from my kitchen to yours.

Thank you for supporting my small business!

📌 Deposits & Payments

A 25% deposit is required at the time of booking to secure your order date.

Orders are not confirmed until the deposit has been received.

The remaining balance is due at fulfillment (pickup or delivery day).

All payments made are non-refundable.

🚫 Cancellation Policy

If an order is canceled 7 or more days before the scheduled fulfillment date, the deposit is fully refundable.

If an order is canceled within 3 days of the fulfillment date, the deposit will be forfeited and is non-refundable.

Orders canceled within 48 hours of fulfillment are non-refundable in full, including any remaining balance due.

Because all items are custom-made and time is reserved specifically for you, cancellations impact our production schedule and ingredient preparation.

🔄 Order Changes

Flavor and design changes must be requested at least 4 days before pickup.

Changes requested after this time are not guaranteed.

Significant design changes may result in a price adjustment.

Final design details are confirmed once the deposit is received.

⏰ Pickup & Delivery

Pickup time must be scheduled in advance.

Orders not picked up within the agreed time window may be forfeited without refund.

Once an order leaves our possession, we are not responsible for damage due to improper handling, storage, or transportation.

Delivery is available for an additional fee. Rates vary based on mileage, location, and event logistics. Final delivery cost will be confirmed prior to payment.

🎨 Custom Design Disclaimer

Inspiration photos are used as reference only.

As all items are handcrafted, slight variations in color, texture, and detail may occur.

By placing your order, you trust Seoul Flower Cottage Bakery’s artistic interpretation and floral design style.

⚠️ Allergy Notice

Our products are made in a home kitchen that may process common allergens including wheat, dairy, eggs, soy, and nuts. We cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.

🏠 Cottage Food Statement

Products are prepared in a residential kitchen inspected and permitted by the local Board of Health in accordance with Massachusetts food safety regulations. ServSafe and Allergen certified and fully compliant with local health and zoning laws.

By submitting your deposit, you acknowledge and agree to all terms and policies of Seoul Flower Cottage Bakery.