The Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season is upon us and for many this brings an overwhelming urge to do everything they see on Instagram and Pinterest. For many years, I was that person too. Table settings had to be unique, presents had to be wrapped like origami, gifts had to be exactly perfect for the […]
We are excited to share that Rosie’s Gluten Free Sweets was featured first in Ever After in the Woods’ article, “8 Must-Visit Gluten-Free Bakeries Across Illinois in 2026.” The article celebrates gluten-free bakeries throughout the state that are creating baked goods people can enjoy without feeling like they are settling for less. Rosie’s was recognized […]
I’ve been watching the 2006 series *Brothers & Sisters*, starring Sally Field and a host of other well-known actors and actresses. I’m in the final season, and I’ve fallen in and out of love with all the characters and their lives. I’m most connected with Sally Field’s character, Nora. She reminds me a lot of […]
This week, our bakery is bustling as we prepare special treats crafted with love by our bakers, all to celebrate the wonderful mothers in our lives. It’s a time for us to honor and appreciate the incredible role mothers play, filled with immense responsibilities and sacrifices in guiding their children to adulthood.Motherhood is truly a […]
It’s that time of year again when we are literally wrapping up our year along with the Christmas presents, we’ve thoughtfully bought for friends and loved ones. Some of us have even begun to self-reflect on what this year has brought and how it was handled. For many, the world has become very complicated on […]
My husband and I just got back from a short getaway to Colorado. It was just what we both needed to refuel for a new seasonal change and what that means to us as a couple. We both own businesses so finding time to savior the bursts of colors, cooler weather and holding hands while […]
I can honestly say that this 4th of July was pretty spectacular for us. As 1st time participants in the Crystal Lake Parade this year, it was an experience of community spirit I will personally never forget. It was an absolute honor to have our Rosie Bug in the parade and many thanks to our […]
I can hardly believe we are headed into the summer months. I can remember as a child growing up on the Northwest side of Chicago, what that meant. For me, it was playing with my ball until the sun set and my mom called for me from our apartment window. It meant listening for the […]
God’s bakery is in full swing as we prepare physically and mentally for the processing of all the Easter orders and foot traffic that we are always so blessed with. Our minds are busy calculating needed ingredients, packaging and production processes. The events leading up to our pre-determined pick-up dates have been discussed, transcribed and […]
As I reflect on 2023, I am at peace. The year brought many challenges and growing pains associated with a bakery buildout and move. The biggest dynamic was our immediate growth which created new staffing and protocols to support the customers and their needs. Although it has been one of the hardest things I’ve ever […]