First and foremost, my name is Nicolette, and I am the sole operator, manager, and chef of Sunshine Sweets Co. 

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Formally known as Shaffer's Cakes, I have been operating a small business on my own since 2019. This comes from my love for cooking and baking, which even inspired me to make it my entire career after attending Indiana University of Pennsylvania Academy of Culinary Arts, where I obtained my certification in both culinary arts and baking/pastry arts.

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I come from a big Italian family where most of our holidays are spent cooking delectable meals, and I give them all the credit for helping me to get where I am today. Mainly my mother, who has been my absolute backbone throughout every step of my life.

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My former business took me many places, starting in Arizona, back home to Pennsylvania, and now to where I'm currently located in Texas. I've been in Texas since 2021, in the Dallas area. I recently just moved north of the city, where I am now located in Howe, Texas.

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I'm currently working a day job at the Goddard School Mckinney Honey Creek where I spend my days surrounded by children. Nothing brings me more joy than their smiling faces and their bright young minds. Well - maybe except baking!

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I am working out of my home, located in Howe, Texas. Here, I live with my wonderful boyfriend and our two pups, Sunny and Leo. Sunny actually ended up inspiring my business name, the little sweetheart! Our dogs are a huge part of our lives, so it only made sense to somehow include them in this also.

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With this business, it is my dream to make people happy with the same things that make me happy. When it comes down to it, it's simple: food = happiness. My boyfriend and I are such huge foodies, but I definitely prefer the sweeter side of things.

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As previously mentioned, this is run entirely by me, myself, and I. I will try my absolute best to achieve whatever it is you may throw my way, and I appreciate the opportunity to do so. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me regarding absolutely anything you want; I guarantee you I will find a way to make it happen!

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I appreciate the support I've received so far and what is yet to come as well. I look forward to making your sweet dreams come true!