This month marks 10 years of Sugar Spun Run.
OK, technically it’s been a bit more than 10 years. 10 years ago today (-ish, I’m a bit late getting this post out) I actually almost deleted this website that I’d been haphazardly posting my baking creations to.
I think I even clicked the button to delete it, but when the screen popped up to confirm that I really was going to give up on this whole baking blog thing I couldn’t do it.
So, instead, on this day 10 years ago I absolutely dedicated myself to this space. I decided to make it a thing, to take it seriously, to commit to developing and photographing and sharing 3 posts a week. So I did it.
Nonstop in the evenings and weekends around my full time job. I tested and retested and re-retested and struggled with photography that wasn’t as good as I wanted to be (example below) and washed a lot of dishes (so did Zach, he did so many dishes).
Fast forward to day, and millions of you view my website each week. What!? I can’t get over what a dream and a privilege that is! And I take my job (can you even call it that?), my recipe testing, so seriously because of it.
I thought I’d take a moment on this 10 year anniversary to just give a short little update and share some exciting (for me, anyway!) news.
I finally have a studio kitchen!
I’ve been filming videos in my home kitchen for the past 6+ years now, and honestly it’s always been a struggle. Lugging out the (big!) equipment, juggling the kids’ schedules, setting up the lights and camera, it’s a PAIN and it takes time. I actually always dreaded film days.
But not anymore.
This has been a dream of mine for YEARS and I am beyond thrilled that it’s finished! I am so happy with how everything came together and I even made a video for YouTube giving a full tour:
⬇FULL KITCHEN TOUR HERE ⬇
So what do you think! Only nice comments, please 😂. I put SO much into this I don’t think I can handle any negativity, I’m fragile about it!
Anyway, I just wanted to thank you for the past 10 years, share my beloved new studio, and then thank you again.
Because without you trusting and using my recipes, commenting on them and recommending them to my friends, I wouldn’t be able to do this. I just wouldn’t! It’s a gift and a privilege that I take so, SO seriously and I promise to always give 1000% when developing recipes to share with you.
I’m so grateful for these past 10 years, and so grateful for you 💜
And before you go, here’s a palate cleanser for that cinnamon roll from earlier 😉
PS.
Thanks again 💕
Lori Mulick
Hi Sam,
The kitchen is awesome!! I love the color of the appliances. Is the kitchen faucet gold, or rose gold? I think the color scheme is so clean and polished. I wish you many many wonderful baking years. I have been following you for a few years. Your recipes always come out perfect. I have followed other bakers without success. Happy Baking!!
Sam
Thank you so much, Lori! I believe the faucet color is called “champagne bronze”. I appreciate the kind words so much!
Sandra
Thank you for Sugar Spun Run. I am in my 60’s a scratch baker all my life but you are my “go to” if I need a recipe fast. I know without a doubt whatever I make will be a success. Thank you!! Our daughter is in college and makes from scratch. Whenever she calls and needs a recipe I don’t have I tell her go check on Sam’s website!!! LOL
Sam
Thank you so much, Sandra! I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed everything so much! 🙂
Brenda
Sooo beautiful,I love it and love you and your beautiful family!! Your videos and recipes are AMAZING!! Thank you so much!!♥️♥️
Sam
Thank you so much, Brenda! 🙂
Kelsey
Congratulations Sam! You worked so hard for this, and I’m so happy you didn’t give up on your dream. I actually just shared your website with my MIL who RAVES about your Worst Chocolate Chip Cookies! Here’s to more recipe testing and calorific awesomeness to come 😄
Sam
Thank you so much, Kelsey! I appreciate you spreading the word. 🙂
Louanna Miller
This is awesome! Love your kitchen update.
I have followed you for 9 years. Many excellent recipes and tips.
I would love to know what bakeware you prefer or recommend for cookie sheets, bread, cake pans.
Sam
Thank you so much, Louanna! I appreciate your support over the years! I actually have an Amazon shop with all of my favorite tools. 🙂
Deb
Your kitchen is so beautiful, Sam! I love the mixture of your white cabinets and wood cabinet along with your beautiful shiny white backsplash! You are such a pleasure to watch and I feel almost like your mom probably feels as far as being so proud of you! Thanks for all you share with us, Sam! 💖
Sam
Thank you so much, Deb! 🙂
Eileen Baker
Your new kitchen is gorgeous! Love the countertop and brightness of the space! So very happy for you!
Sam
Thank you so much, Eileen! 🙂
Margie
Hi Sam,
Omgoodness I love, love, love your new kitchen, congratulations!!!! I just want to throw in that you’ve made me a better baker, thank you!!
Sam
Thank you so much, Margie! I’m glad you’ve enjoyed everything so much! 🙂
Liz
It’s beautiful and I can’t tell you how much I love your recipes. I don’t comment a lot, just lazy I guess, but I haven’t tried one recipe that hasn’t been amazing. I especially like your “worst chocolate chip cookie” recipe, bread recipes, salmon recipe and just recently made your breakfast casserole for my Bible Study group and will be making again next week as everyone loved it!
Sam
Thank you so much, Liz! I appreciate you following along and I’m glad the cookies are such a hit! 🙂
Patricia Edelson
Congratulations on your beautiful new kitchen! I love all your recipes, I first fell in love with your recipe for biscotti! Didn’t know you then so I thought Sam Merritt was a guy which is ridiculous because my granddaughter Samantha we always call Sam lol! What I like best about your recipes is that you include the ingredients and measurements along with each step in addition to listing them in the beginning. OMG that makes it so much easier! Recently made your cinnamon rolls for my granddaughter Emily who just gave birth to Gigi and they totally made her day! So thank you thank you and the very very best to you. I will continue to follow you like a faithful puppy lol
Sam
Thank you so much, Patricia! Funny story, my husband won’t actually call me Sam, because he thinks of it as a boy name and likes Samantha so much more. Congratulations to your granddaughter! Such an exciting time. 🙂
Mary-Jo
Congratulations Sam. I discovered your blog during the pandemic because I wanted to make cream puffs. Your description and video made what I thought to be a daunting task, quite easy and they came out perfectly. I’ve been an avid follower since and you even developed a quiche recipe at my request. Thank you. I’m so happy you decided to stick it out. I love how all your recipes are in weights and how you include the ingredient’s in the instructions. I’ve become quite spoiled using your site. 🥰
Sam
Thank you so much for following along, Mary-Jo! 🙂
Sara
Beautiful!! Would not change a thing; I love this kitchen. Your recipes are always perfection! Now we need your next big project to be a cookbook ;).
Sam
Thank you, Sara! The cookbook is on the radar….somewhere. 🤣
Jill
Your downstairs kitchen is very pretty! I would love to have a gas stove because I dislike the electric one so much.
I have made several of your recipes and enjoy your channel. Thank you for your time and energy!
Sam
Thank you so much! I struggled moving to an electric stove from the gas and I already had gas in the house so had to have a gas range back. I love it! 🙂
Cindy Michaelson
Sam,
Congratulations on your beautiful new studio kitchen!!! It is beautiful and so well deserved. I have enjoyed your recipes for 5 years and can’t thank you enough! Your family Easter photo was so nice.
It’s been wonderful to see your family grow.
Sam
Thank you so much, Cindy! 🙂
Mac
I’m so happy for you, Sam!! Your success is well-deserved and your new studio kitchen is absolutely beautiful. I look forward to more amazing and delicious recipes in the future!
Sam
Thank you so much, Mac! 🙂