Allergen-Friendly Baking Basics

Jacqueline Brayley with Sugar Rush Goodies

In this class, we will explore the vital topic of food allergens and gain a comprehensive understanding of their impact on health and safety. Recognizing and managing food allergens is crucial for preventing severe allergic reactions and ensuring inclusive, safe environments for everyone. This presentation emphasizes the importance of being aware and educated about the necessary risks associated with food allergens as well as the proper processes to follow. By learning how to identify common allergens, implement preventative measures, and respond effectively in case of exposure, you will be equipped with the knowledge needed to protect yourself and others, fostering a culture of safety and responsibility in any setting involving food.

ELEGANT EDIBLE LACE

Amy Hicks with Cookie Snack Attack with Seriously Sweet

Learn how to create elegant edible lace in a flash. Make beautiful embellishments to increase profitability for feature cookies. You'll be shocked how easy this is!

SWEET SUCCESS THROUGH LOCAL CONNECTIONS

Marla Rogers with Marla’s Cookie Co.

Ready to get more eyes on your business without relying on social media algorithms or paid ads? This hands-on class walks you through the exact networking strategy that helped me grow my cookie business in the Tri-Cities, and now I'm sharing it with you.

Whether you're a baker, maker, or service-based entrepreneur, this guide will help you confidently connect, collaborate, and convert right in your community.

FLORAL BOUQUET COOKIE CLASS

Mayra Paloalto with Sprinkles and Cookie Bakeshop

In this beginner-friendly class, we’ll be decorating six beautifully themed cookies using royal icing. I’ll guide you step-by-step through each design to help you create a stunning floral bouquet set.

BASIC ACCOUNTING FOR YOUR BAKERY BUSINESS

Alayna Jones with The Cookie Corner

This course is specifically designed for small-scale bakers seeking enhanced financial control and insight into their business operations. Whether you're a home baker aiming to transform your passion into a profitable enterprise, looking to expand your current bakery, or simply wanting to grasp your financial flow, this class will equip you with the essential accounting knowledge and tools to manage a more organized and lucrative business.

What You'll Learn:
- How to structure your business for profitable success
- The various types of costs and expenses
- Creating a simple accounting system using spreadsheets, templates, or third-party systems
- Monitoring your revenue and expenses
- Preparing for tax season with confidence
- Practical tips that genuinely help!

You’ll also learn to utilize spreadsheets or templates to streamline your decision-making regarding pricing and budgeting. No previous accounting experience is required; just bring your enthusiasm for baking and a willingness to enhance your efficiency and success. This course is perfect for cookie entrepreneurs who wish to minimize time spent worrying about numbers, allowing them to focus on what they love most: baking and decorating exquisite cookies.

SPREAD YOUR WINGS

Leslie Marchio with Four Peas and a Dog

In this virtual class, we explore the simple technique, yet complex appearance, of line art.
Amaze your family and friends with this intricate design using basic piping skills.
Use the provided patterns or develop your own, and stylize a unique butterfly design. You will create depth of vision, implement fine details, and learn when to use different line weight to change the look and feel of your creation.
A brief peek at airbrushing will introduce multi-media opportunities for the piece, but another alternative method will be taught that does not require airbrush equipment.
Methods and tools used in this class include:
• Adding color to royal icing using various techniques
• Piping with royal icing using various sized tips
• Finding proper icing consistency for optimal line art designs

COOKIES & YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM

Mitzi Torgersen with Happy Confetti, The Happy Flavor, The Cookiers, World Cookie Summit

 Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, uptight or burnt out? It's not you, you're normal! It might just be your brain's automatic response to situations... but once you learn about your nervous system, everything could change for you! 

BAKE IT BIG ON TIKTOK

Victoria Fink with Sugar Street Cookies

Let’s talk TikTok! From growing your following to monetizing your business beyond direct-to-consumer sales. We’re going to go over content strategy, income opportunities, and social media SEO all in one. Let’s bake it big!

FROM FLAT TO FABULOUS

Jackie Keller with Super Secret Sweet Shop

In this class, you will learn how to add beautiful texture to your cookies using parchment paper and edible icing sheets. We will walk through how to create unique patterns with embossing folders and the Sizzix Big Kick to bring extra dimension to your designs. This is a great technique to elevate your cookies with eye-catching texture while keeping the process simple and fun.

THE POWER OF BEING REAL

Claire Sharp with Claireybakes & Cutesy Apron

 "The Power of Being Real" is a class designed to help you ditch perfection and show up with authenticity, confidence, and purpose. Through personal reflection and real-world strategy, you’ll learn how to embrace your story, own your voice, and build a brand that truly connects.

GROWING YOUR BUSINESS IN A CROWDED MARKET

Lisa Saibene with Berry Creek Bakeshop

 Ready to stand out in a saturated space? This class covers smart, practical strategies to help you gain new clients, build your business from the ground up, and grow with confidence. You’ll learn how to identify your personal networking style, use it to your advantage, and discover tools to make connecting with others feel easier and more natural. Perfect for new and growing business owners who want to grow strategically one step at a time.

ELEGANT GREENERY

Saskia Steinegger with The Cookie Artista

Looking to elevate your cookie decorating with a touch of natural beauty without spending hours on every detail? In this class, you’ll learn how to paint simple, yet sophisticated greenery, that works for any occasion: weddings, birthdays, baby showers, thank-you gifts, or just because.

We’ll focus on techniques that are:
• Beginner friendly and requires no advanced art skills
• Quick to execute - perfect for busy bakers and professionals alike
• Versatile and elegant, adding a fresh, modern feel to any cookie set