We had the good fortune of connecting with Ashlyn Jarman and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ashlyn, what led you to pursuing a creative path professionally?
From a very young age, I’ve always enjoyed painting, sculpting, and just crafting in general. I was usually the last student to leave art class in school. Around the same time, I discovered shows like “Ace of Cakes” and I fell in love with how they created such intricate sculptures out of cake and other edible materials. I then started to teach myself how to create edible works of art and it has since turned into a life long passion of mine.
 

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I know there are a lot of bakers out there, which is why I do my best to to offer 25+ different flavors of macarons and 3D sculpture cakes! I come out with new macaron flavors regularly!

It has not been the easiest to get where I am today, I spent the years from 13 to now learning new techniques, teaching myself how to operate a business, and honing my customer service skills. It was a lot of trial and error, but I kept pushing myself every day to perfect what I do.

I’ve learned that practice makes perfect, and to have some fun in everything you do, even if it’s tedious or discommodious. Life is too short to go through it not enjoying the little things.

Blessed Be Cakery came to me in a dream, I saw my logo, heard the name, and saw the future I will one day achieve. Another thing of note; Blessed Be Cakery is LGBTQ+ friendly and strives to be a safe space for all. We are on the “Everywhere Is Queer” map to connect with other like minded people!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
The first place I would bring my friend is the Nashville Zoo, It is always the best time! I would want them to experience my favorite restaurant, Shabu-Shabu. There isn’t a time I don’t leave full and happy.
If there are any concerts at Marathon Music Works or Plays at TPAC, that would be next on the list!
Spending the day hiking at Fall Creek Falls is another beautiful pastime I would like to do.
A Jack Daniels Distillery Tour is always such a cool experience.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I wouldn’t be where I am today with out my mom and my sister. from helping me pack the car and running the booth at craft shows to making last minute ingredient runs and helping with customer order drop off. They constantly does their best to help alleviate as much stress as they can and for that I will be eternally grateful!

Website: blessedbecakery.wixsite.com/blessedbecakery

Instagram: instagram.com/blessedbecakery

Facebook: facebook.com/blessedbecakery

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Image Credits
Beauties in Business Taylor Bradford Photography Gonzalez Media Productions

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