About

Chanel is the cake/cookie artist, designer, and owner behind Cakes by Design. Like so many professional chefs, her love of baking was inspired by her desire to share her creativity with others. In 2015, Chanel graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a degree in Baking & Pastry Arts, and soon thereafter attended the University of Southern Maine where she earned a second degree in Business Entrepreneurship in 2018. Chanel always knew she wanted to open her own bakery, but she wanted it to be different from most traditional bakeries with different offerings – something chic, trendy, and dessert-focused!

In 2020, Chanel started Cakes by Design and began growing her business through word of mouth offering unique custom designed cakes, cookies, and desserts. After working in shared kitchens with other local businesses for 3 years, Chanel found a space of her own right here in Brunswick, Maine, and opened a full retail storefront! Chanel continues to refine her skills, challenge herself and expand her artistic creativity to design the most beautiful, elegant, and delicious dessert for your special day!”