Hey Reader, I have approximately four things to tell you and every single one of them is worth your time. 🎉 New Members: Welcome to the Cottage AF Newsletter! 😉 Making artisanal jams, crafting specialty sauces, or creating gorgeous charcuterie boards? Are you a cottage food producer? You belong here! Home-based makers are an underserved & underappreciated group. With my years of experience in the Cottage Food's baking industry, I am passionate about helping you avoid some of the mistakes I...
18 days ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader, Summer is coming in hot and so is the Angel Foods Cottage Community. Let's get into it! 🎉 Welcome to the Cottage AF Newsletter! 😉 Whether you’re making artisanal jams, crafting specialty sauces, or creating gorgeous charcuterie boards – if you’re a cottage food producer, you belong here! Home-based makers are an underserved & underappreciated group. With my years of experience in the Cottage Food's baking industry, I am passionate about helping you avoid some of the mistakes I...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader, We've got a lot to cover this week so let's get into it! 🎉 Welcome to the Cottage AF Newsletter! 😉 Whether you’re making artisanal jams, crafting specialty sauces, or creating gorgeous charcuterie boards – if you’re a cottage food producer, you belong here! Home-based makers are an underserved & underappreciated group. With my years of experience in the Cottage Food's baking industry, I am passionate about helping you avoid some of the mistakes I made in the past and unlocking...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hey there, amazing food makers! I'm practically buzzing with excitement as I write this newsletter because SO much has happened since we last connected. Grab your favorite snack and settle in, because I've got major updates to share. 🎉 Welcome to the Cottage AF Newsletter! 😉 First things first – you’ll notice something different about this newsletter. We’re officially rebranding from “The Savvy Baker’s Scoop” to the “Cottage AF Newsletter”! This change has been cooking (pun intended) for a...
2 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Baker Friends, We’re smack in the middle of April, and there’s a lot happening. From new learning opportunities to getting ready for a fresh new baking season, I've got you covered! If you’ve been feeling that shift into spring (and maybe a little extra motivation to get organized along the way), you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into this week’s Scoop! But first. . . To my new subscribers: I want you to know that this newsletter is dedicated to supporting you, the home-based baker, in...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Baker Friends, March has been a busy one over here — full of creativity, learning, and a little extra focus on the business side of baking (hello, bookkeeping season). If you’ve been juggling orders while trying to stay organized behind the scenes, you’re definitely not alone. Running a home bakery takes more than just great recipes; it’s about building something that works for you, too. Let’s dive into what I have for you in this month’s Scoop! But first. . . To my new subscribers: I want...
3 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Baker Friends, February was a short month… and if I’m being honest, I overscheduled myself a bit. Between baking orders and life in general, the second Scoop for February never quite made it out of the oven! If you’ve ever taken on a few too many orders and needed a week to feel human again, you’re not alone. That exact experience actually inspired the latest episode of the Baking Therapy Podcast you'll see further down.⬇️ But first. . . To my new subscribers: I want you to know that this...
4 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Baker Friends, It's the month of love! I hope you all enjoy your Valentine's, Galentine's, or just a weekend to yourself. Are you baking something special for a loved one? Or yourself? Baking tends to be our love language around here. 🥰 February's first scoop is all about baking, sharing, and of course, sweetness. Grab your favorite sweet treat, and let's catch up! But first. . . To my new subscribers: I want you to know that this newsletter is dedicated to supporting you, the home-based...
5 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Baker Friends, As we say goodbye to what felt like the longest month of the year, let's take a moment to reflect. This second scoop is focused on growth; growing your business responsibly, learning from others in the industry, and celebrating the creativity within our community. Let's dig in. But first. . . To my new subscribers: I want you to know that this newsletter is dedicated to supporting you, the home-based baker, in achieving sweet success. Home-based bakers are an underserved &...
5 months ago • 3 min read