Sergeant Shortbread

04/01/2026

April Fool’s… or is it?!

You thought we were done yesterday… but SURPRISE, we’ve got one last little trick up our sleeve!

We’ve EXTENDED the deadline to register for in-person tickets to CottageFoodieCon 2026… but only until April 12th at Midnight CST.

No jokes here — this is truly the FINAL FINAL deadline to join us in person. Once the clock strikes midnight in Eden Prairie, MN, that’s it. No take-backs, no extensions, no funny business.

And speaking of “no foolin’”…

Our Signature Batch VIP & Friday Foodie Reserve Access tickets are officially SOLD OUT!

Yep… completely gone. Snatched up. History.

But don’t worry, you’ve still got options:
- The Foodie Full Plate & Friday Foodie Experience in-person tickets are still available through April 12th
- Virtual tickets will be available right up until April 22nd (the day before we kick things off!)

So whether you’re joining us live or tuning in from your kitchen, we’ve got a seat saved just for you.

Don’t get fooled into waiting too long — grab your ticket now before this real deadline disappears!

Registration Info:
https://cottagefoodiecon.com/

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03/14/2026

Free scholarship tickets to CottageFoodieCon 2026, check out the original post below for the details!!

Free Tickets Available for CottageFoodieCon 2026!

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our conference sponsors, we’re excited to offer a limited number of scholarship tickets to attend CottageFoodieCon!

These tickets are designed for cottage food entrepreneurs and aspiring small food business owners who would benefit from attending but may face financial barriers.

Our goal is simple: make sure cost isn’t what keeps someone from learning, connecting, and growing within the cottage food community.

Important: These tickets are for the full 3-day conference experience. If you are unable to attend all three days, please do not apply so that the opportunity can go to someone who can fully participate.

You can nominate yourself or someone else — a friend, co-worker, or family member who would benefit from attending.

📅 Important Dates:
• Application Deadline: March 22, 2026
• Notification Date: March 24, 2026
• Registration Deadline: March 31, 2026

Application and additional information: https://forms.gle/DqoK2shMyCr6Xjuj8

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03/12/2026

This was such a fun podcast episode to do with David from Forrager, thanks so much for highlighting my episode!!!

03/04/2026

A few highlights of what 2,250 cookies packaged in packs of 3 for an employee appreciation event tomorrow looks like!!

My biggest single corporate order to date… I’m ready for a nap 🤣

03/02/2026

This feels surreal!

The first-ever in-person conference dedicated to cottage food producers — and it’s already gone international.

What started as an idea to bring the cottage food community together is now welcoming attendees from Canada and 18 U.S. states.

Grateful, humbled, and incredibly excited for what this movement is becoming!

www.CottageFoodieCon.com

BIG NEWS, Cottage Foodies!

CottageFoodieCon 2026 is officially going INTERNATIONAL! 🌎

Thanks to our amazing foodie friends from the North joining us, we’re thrilled to welcome attendees from Canada to this year’s conference. That’s right — CottageFoodieCon has crossed borders and is now an International Conference!

And it gets even better…

We’ll also have 18 different U.S. states represented in person at this year’s event!

This isn’t just a conference — it’s becoming a powerful gathering of cottage food entrepreneurs from across North America. Different states. Different provinces. Different laws. Different products. One shared passion.

The cottage food movement is growing, and YOU are part of something bigger than ever before.

Who’s ready to connect, learn, and build alongside fellow producers from across the U.S. and Canada?

Conference and registration info: https://www.thecottagefoodie.com/cottagefoodiecon

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02/24/2026

CottageFoodieCon is less than 2 months away!!

I’ll be there, will you be?!?!

02/24/2026

Less than 2 months until CottageFoodieCon 2026!!

Are you going?

02/21/2026

EXPIRING SOON!!!

🚨 Only7 Days Left to Save! 🚨

The early bird promo code CFCON15 expires in just 7 days — and this is the final early bird discount that will be offered for 2026.

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, now is the time to secure your seat before prices increase for good.

Join cottage food entrepreneurs, bakers, makers, and dreamers from across the country for an unforgettable experience of learning, connection, and growth.

Also, if you are still in need of hotel accommodations, check out our partner hotels at the following link
https://cottagefoodiecon.com/venue-%26-hotel-info

Get inspired. Get answers. Get connected.

- April 2026 | Hennepin Technical College – Eden Prairie, MN
- Use code CFCON15 at checkout before it disappears.
- Get your tickets today at www.cottagefoodiecon.com

supportlocalbakers

01/09/2026

One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned as a cottage food producer… growth doesn’t always come from more markets, it often comes from partnerships.

And the best part?

One partnership can lead to another.

Sergeant Shortbread, my own cottage food business, partnered with a local magazine to provide cookie gift boxes for their clients and partners. That publisher then shared my information with a fellow business owner—who reached out to me to provide client appreciation gifts for their clients too.

After receiving the cookies, here’s what they had to say:

“Just wanted to let you know the cookies were fantastic! I got a box for myself and my 3-year-old demolished the entire box in 2 days and the Almond was a HIT in our house! Have a wonderful new year and thanks for partnering with us!”

This is exactly why CottageFoodieCon 2026 exists.

We don’t just talk cottage foods—we talk about building a business.

If you’re ready to grow your cottage food business with intention—not just hustle—I’d love for you to join us.

Tickets for CottageFoodieCon 2026 are on sale now, save 15% on your ticket!

Use promo code CFCON15 at checkout for 15% off regular-priced tickets (Code expires 2/28/2026)

👉 Get your tickets at https://www.thecottagefoodie.com/cottagefoodiecon

Huge thanks to:
The Cottage Foodie
LHE Bakes
Forrager
Minnesota Registered Cottage Food Producers Association

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10/22/2025

Ok, so does anyone else struggle with using the new “spout” design of the Ardent Hills all-purpose flour bag at Costco? I realize it is 💯% user error, but I for the life of me cannot figure out how to use that darn spout on the flour bag 🤣

09/11/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to David Crabill and his incredible team at Forrager Inc. for celebrating 4,000 followers recently!!

If you haven't heard David on The Forrager Podcast, go right now and find it and subscribe on podcast apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotify! If you aren't familiar with The Forrager Podcast, please read on...

"On this podcast, David interviews a wide range of entrepreneurs across America who legally sell their homemade food via their state’s cottage food law. Each episode reveals strategies for marketing and selling your food products successfully from home, online, at farmers markets/events, and in stores."

Thanks David for what you and your podcast are doing for the cottage food community! I'm sure I speak for everyone when I say we sincerely appreciate everything you are doing.

I just want to take a moment to say THANK YOU to every single one of you who follows our Instagram page. 🙌

Whether you’re already running your cottage food business or dreaming of starting one, you’re the reason this community is growing and thriving.

To celebrate this milestone, I’d love to hear from you:

👉 What’s one thing you’ve learned (or want to learn) on your cottage food journey so far?

Your answers might inspire someone else who’s just getting started! 🚀