Hey Besties! At the heart of this site, is bringing you inspiring stories of individuals whose lives have been enriched by baking and following their passions. And today’s baker is no exception! I’m excited to...
Read MoreIf you’ve ever been faced with the need or opportunity to take a leap of faith, without a safety net, you’ll appreciate today’s Featured Baker. I’m honored to bring you the story of Kaitlyn Cray,...
Read MoreOur story begins after I stumbled over the most beautiful tree stump fairy garden cake I ever laid my eyes on! Just kidding…kind of. I have been following the work of Jessica Hall, of Jessica’s...
Read MoreHey Besties! I hope you’re hungry because Rachael, of Cirasa’s Confections is baking up some big, delicious treats! And while we spend a lot of time talking about decorated cookies around here, today we’re not...
Read MoreFull transparency, this is the first time one of our Featured Bakers has told me, “I’m not much of a baker, honestly.” 😆 It was in this moment; I knew we were in for a...
Read MoreI’m so excited to share our first Featured Baker of 2023! Hailing from New Iberia, Louisiana, Tammy DeRouen, is the owner of Cook E Art and More and she LOVES every cookie she has the...
Read MoreHey Besties! As we close out the final days of 2022, I wanted to share a roundup post of our Featured Bakers of this year! If you’ve been here before, you know these home bakers...
Read MoreIf I told you that one year ago, Jess Abrons had never decorated a sugar cookie in her life, would you believe me?! I don’t even believe myself when I say it, but it’s true!!...
Read MoreAfter weeks of planning, I had the opportunity to connect with Marguerite Redman, The Cookie Artist, and am so excited to introduce her as our newest Featured Baker! Marguerite and her husband split their time...
Read MoreI always feel so honored and privileged to connect with such amazing artists and today’s featured baker is no exception! I’ve been an admirer of Taishi Ligon’s work ever since seeing her on Food Network’s...
Read MoreWhen you are looking for a unique, over-the-top custom cake, look no further than Jodie Lavoie of Sugar Rush Cakery! I’ve been a secret admirer of Jodie’s work for quite some time and was so...
Read MoreAs always, I’m so excited to share the work of our latest Featured Baker! She’s not only a phenomenal baker but provides a special service not many can do. I have been following the work...
Read MoreWife and mom, Katie Lubeck, of Cookie Art KC, never set out to start a cookie business. But almost 4 years ago, this former teacher, had a freak episode that left her unable to drive...
Read MoreI’m so excited to introduce our newest Featured Baker, Serlly Camacho, or Mr. Brownie! Yes, I said Mr. Brownie, not Mrs. Brownie! I have admired Serlly’s work for quite some time and once you see...
Read MoreThese pieces are written in recognition of the gifts, talent and passion of home bakers. I always feel so honored to connect with these bakers, tell their stories and share their work with the world....
Read MoreI have a confession…you know how people ask, “if you could have any superpower, what would it be?” Mine has always been to eat anything I want without the guilt or consequences! 😋 So, I...
Read MoreWhen I connected with Rachel Smith, owner of Cookie Crafters and saw a sweet profile picture of a little boy with a cancer ribbon, I knew we were meant to connect. I discover bakers in...
Read MoreI’m excited to be featuring Cherie Robinson, of Iced Out Cakes, near Atlanta, GA! Cherie has been known as “The Cake Artist” and also “The Celebrity Cake Artist” thanks to her amazing work and relationships...
Read MoreI’m honored to share our next Featured Baker, who also happens to be our first male Featured Baker! Jason Mercado, of Sweet Mission has a truly unbelievable story that is based in hope, faith and...
Read MoreI recently had the privilege of connecting with Aimee Birdwell, of Birdwell Bakery, who’s warm, southern accent is as sweet as her custom baked goods! Busy wife and mom of two young children in Lafayette,...
Read MoreLet’s face it, we live in a crazy, social media world where influencers are born every day and lives change with a viral video! And then there’s Grace Fredericks, of Gracie Mae Cookie Co, who...
Read MoreAt the heart of why I write special pieces about Featured Bakers, is to celebrate their talents, gifts and to inspire others. Life is short, it’s precious, and I encourage you to spend it doing...
Read MoreI’m thrilled to be bringing you our first Featured Baker from Canada, specifically Bradford, Ontario! I’ll admit, I’m a bit of a fangirl of Liza Langford, owner and gifted artist of SugarGal Cookies. I’ve admired...
Read MoreThis week I’m thrilled to celebrate and promote fellow Minnesota baker, Jenny Geier, owner of Some Like It Hot and Gluten Free, of Byron, MN, just outside Rochester. When Jenny was diagnosed with Celiac disease...
Read MoreOur newest Featured Baker is a shining example of following your heart, your passion and creating a life by design! Stacey Leick, Cottage Baker and Owner of Buttered Marshmallow of Omaha, Nebraska, made a decision...
Read MoreI’m always so excited to share every new, Featured Baker with you in my attempt to share their stories with the world. After all, this was the seed that started this whole blog. There are...
Read MoreDo you ever meet someone and you’re just in awe of their ambition and how much they are able to accomplish in a day? Well get ready, because our newest Featured Baker, Kaitlyn Axtell, has...
Read MoreWhen I saw the work of this talented baker, I knew I wanted to learn more about her and that she’d make a perfect Featured Baker to inspire others. I am so excited to introduce...
Read MoreHOW IT ALL STARTED From a very young age, Charlotte started baking with me in the kitchen. She’s extremely creative and seemed to have a natural gift for decorating. As she got older, she would...
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