June 6, 2025

A Different Kind Of Commission...

I got an order this week, but not for anything even remotely related to needlework. I got an order for some of my baked goods. Granted it was for a relative, but still. It's a paying gig. The order is for two four-packs of cinnamon rolls, ten strawberry scones, and two loaves of bread.

I figured I'd do a little prepping because I don't know exactly when my surgery will be scheduled, but I likely won't be baking for a little while. So, I made four trays of cinnamon rolls instead of just the two ordered. They freeze well and I can frost them later. 

I also made extra bread, trying a couple loaves in round form. Then, I tackled the scones. I have to freeze them for at least ten minutes prior to baking, but they can be frozen longer, which was perfect. I made sixteen strawberry scones, which will leave some for us after I fulfill the order for ten. I also made white chocolate/raspberry scones (shown frozen in the photograph), and then I made an experiment...fresh rhubarb scones. I took two out of the freezer and baked those for Handsome and me to test after dinner last night. They got a raving thumbs up from my resident taste-tester. I'm glad I have six more of those, too.

Believe me when I say I was pooped by dinner time. I've had more than a few requests for my scone recipe, too. Now that I'm selling the baked product, I've decided to create a pdf file of the recipe and make it available in my Etsy shop for a minimal fee. I've been fine-tuning the recipe, so it will be ready some time next week - with photographs. Once I list it, I'll let folks know in case anyone wants to purchase it.

I'm frosting the cinnamon rolls and strawberry scones first thing this morning, and then I'll be driving out to deliver them. I work at four today, so I'll get back home toot sweet and put my feet up to relax and rest my knees until it's time to dress and report for duty. I can't believe it's already Friday again. Can someone please tell me where the heck this week went?

6 comments:

  1. Oh! All of that bakery is making me hungry!
    You are such a great baker.
    Marilyn

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    1. Hi Marilyn:
      Thanks so much, dear. I can't believe I really accomplished all that in one and a half days! Happy weekend!
      xoxo
      Donna

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  2. Raspberry chocolate?!?! My taste buds are swooning! Your house must have smelled fantastic with all that baking! Glad you could accomplish so much. With all your planning and prepping, you are going to need 12 weeks of rest!

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    1. Hi Lois:
      They're pretty tasty (if I do say so myself). It was pretty aromatic, for sure! I'm thinking I'm going to make some freezer meals, too, so meals can be simple while I'm recuperating. I sure won't want to feel like crutching around the kitchen to cook! Handsome is a good cook, but I tend to hover. lol This would be much simpler.
      xoxo
      Donna

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  3. It's no wonder you were pooped out!!! It all looks delicious though. Now you're going to have to learn to say 'no' when someone asks you to make such things.

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    1. Hi MA:
      I know! Right? Thanks. If Handsome's reaction was any indication, I think everything was a hit. I think you're right about the "no" part. That was a lot to do in a short period of time, but the kitchen and I were up to it. I surprised myself!
      xoxo
      Donna

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