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 💕
Diane M. Mitchell
WOW! That is fantastic. Congratulations. And from a woman who just remodeled my own kitchen… I get it. I spent way more time researching and deciding than the time it took to actually implement my final. I love my kitchen too. Good job! ps. I think I saw that exact countertop. Lovely!
Sam
Thank you so much! It’s quite difficult nailing down those final choices. SO much pressure to get it right! 🙂
Susan
Your New Kitchen is beautiful, here is to many more great recipes.🥂
Sam
Thank you so much, Susan! 🙂
Ursula Bachli
Congratulations on your well deserved achievements. What a beautiful work space your kitchen is now. I am a great cook but still improving my baking skills. That’s when I found you a few years ago. Believe me, I only follow you and The Modern Nonna from Toronto, where I’m from. Your recipes are always spot on! Thank you for making my life easier by going to a trusted source for recipes.
Sam
Thank you so much, Ursula! I appreciate your support and I’m so honored that you trust my recipes so much. 🙂
jo smith
I love the Kitchen!
Fran Holt
Congratulations 🎊!!!
Your new kitchen is fantastic!
Honestly, I love the open shelves!
Thank you for doing what you do and for sharing!!
Your recipes are the best! You deserve the best of everything!!
Sam
Thank you, Fran! I really appreciate it. 🙂
Cindy
You so deserve this. I’m happy for you. Keep cooking-you’re the best!
Sam
Thank you so much, Cindy! 🙂
Stefi
SÚPER CONGRATULATIONS SAM!!🥳👍 Your new kitchen is BEAUTIFUL!! 😍 I’m a pretty new subscriber ,in NE Ohio The first recipe I saw of yours was for the buttermilk pancakes -they came out SOO delicious 😋👍 I’ve been cooking since I was 8yo ( now 57)but you’ve reignited the desire to bake. Happy baking/cooking & many blessings to you & your family!! 🤗
Sam
Thank you so much, Stefi! I appreciate you following along. 🙂
Shanna
I have only been following your blog for a couple of years but the recipes I have tried have been great. Thank you for sharing your work.
Sam
I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed everything so much, Shanna! 🙂
Charese
Congratulations on your new kitchen. I’m extremely happy for you. It’s absolutely beautiful! I love the aesthetics. Shoutout to Zach for taking one for the team 😂
Sam
Thank you so much, Charese! I’ll let him know he has some support. He’ll appreciate it. 🙂
Nancy Reiter
Congratulations!!🎉
Your new kitchen is beautiful!!
Sam
Thank you so much! I hope you are doing well. 🙂
Martha
Your new kitchen is gorgeous!! I love it! Congratulations, you deserve it!!
Sam
Thank you so much! 🙂
Tammy R.
Congrats on the new kitchen, Sam. I found your videos while starting a sourdough venture and LOVE your recipes. We can’t speak highly enough about your sourdough blueberry muffins, not only do they use up discard but the taste is the best. Your recipes are for real people without a bunch of fancy ingredients. Looking forward to seeing more recipes.
Sam
Thank you so much, Tammy! I hope you love everything you try! 🙂
Ann Berumen
I love love love your kitchen! Your cabinets are beautiful. Thanks for all you do to make us all better bakers.
Sam
Thank you Ann! Thank you for following along. 🙂
Jeannie
Great job, it looks beautiful and functional for all the needs to come. Love your recipes, just subscribed about 9 months ago after I retired from a full time job because I love baking and many of your made from scratch recipes are just what I have been looking for! I wish you continued success, God bless you!
Sam
Thank you so much, Jeannie! I’m glad to have you following along. 🙂
Jeane Bosse
Nice set up and I love the cabinets and countertops you chose. I would love to work in that kitchen!
Donna Howe
Beautiful Kitchen Sam! Congratulations and thanks for giving us the tour! Love your recipes!
Sam
Thank you, Donna! 🙂