About

A little about me...
I am a christian.
I am a wife (since 1993).

A mom (since 1996).

A girly girl (love all things pink, glittery, and pretty!).

I love yellow roses and calla lilies.

 I love cats.

I love coupons.

I love Mackinac Island.

I love make-up, trying new hairstyles and colors, and shopping at thrift stores.
I love all things vintage/antique.
I love HGTV.
I love Michigan.
I'd love to have a lake cottage some day and finish it in a vintage, shabby-chic, lake theme.
I love Food Network.
I don't really enjoy cooking, but I love baking.

I love romantic comedies.

I enjoy growing plants and flowers.

I love snapping pictures (notice I didn't say "photography").

I love dining out.

I love social media.

I hold 2 CDAs (Child Development Associate & Certified Dental Assistant). 
I hold a certificate in medical transcription. 
I am a full time student pursuing my elementary education degree.

I am a loyal friend.

I would do anything for my family.

I decorating cookies, cakes, and other sweet treats.

I am still learning about baking and decorating and am FAR from being a pro...

But I'm glad you decided to follow my journey.

I welcome any tips, advice, and questions.

If I can help you, or you can help me, let's make each other better bakers/decorators!

Comments are welcome...let's keep it positive and constructive.

Welcome to Sweet Ivy Confections!

A little about Sweet Iv Confections...
Sweet Ivy Confections is my journey of baking...my creative outlet.
I bake and decorate as a hobby and for pure enjoyment.
I do take a limited number of orders from friends, family, acquaintances, and referrals.
Sweet Ivy Confections follows all Michigan Cottage Laws.
Sweet Ivy Confections is a non-profit baking journey of mine.
When I take on a project...I charge only for the cost of ingredients and a minimal set donation for some of my favorite charities and missions.
I give my baking, decorating skills, and time for free.
You can read more on that here:
http://sweetivyconfections.blogspot.com/2013/10/big-changes-at-sweet-ivy-confectionsmy.html