KJ Designs

03/08/2026

In my cake decorating, I've been experimenting with natural food dyes in an effort to move away from artificial and harmful ingredients. I've tried various sprinkles, powders, and liquid colors but have been generally disappointed. Most of these natural products are muted colors and pale at best. But I think this is a win! For this blue frosting, I used blue spirulina powder. It's such a vibrant blue! I was afraid it would affect the flavor, but it didn't at all! For the black fondant pieces, I mixed in some black cocoa powder! The color turned out great! I thought it made the fondant taste like a tootsie roll, but others who tried it disagree lol. One of the things that impressed me about these two products is that it did not stain my formica countertops or my hands, as artificial dyes do!! And when the kiddos were eating the blue frosting, I didn't see any blue teeth or tongues... no staining there either! I'm very happy with these results and I can't wait to try other colors!

02/18/2026

I have half loaves of croissant bread this week! ON SALE for $7!!!

12/03/2025

I baked bread today! These loaves are so beautiful!! 🤩 I have a few half loaves up for sale! Message me if you're interested and I'll get it to you! If for no other reason... to enjoy a slice of (lazy) "cinnamon roll" bread!

11/19/2025

I baked bread today! I have 3 half loaves available for $8 each or 2 for $15. Message me if you're interested. ❤️ 😊

10/10/2025

Spicy pimento cheese for breakfast!! 😍

09/13/2025

I'm soooo excited for tomorrow! I'm selling my baked goods at the grand opening of the Ranch Store at 4-T Beef and Cattle Co.! I think I'm ready! Whew!!

09/09/2025

BIG announcement!!!

I am so excited to announce that I will be selling sourdough bread and other baked goods at the grand opening of a new Ranch Store in Pocasset, Ok! The ranch where we have been buying our beef for quite some time, which also happens to be owned by my husband’s great nephew, is opening a store!! They have been doing subscription boxes and delivery for a while, but now they will have the option to pick up or shop in store!! (Saturdays only for now.)

This is beef done right! You can’t go wrong with the ground beef, brisket, or roast, but my all time favorite is their ribeye steak! Chef’s kiss to that one!

On the baking menu for this Saturday… Sourdough Croissant Loaf, Sourdough Garlic and Everything Bagel Loaf, Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls, Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Homemade Marshmallows!

I will add a link to their business in this post. Go see them!! The grand opening is this Saturday, September 13th, from 8 am to noon!

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094542627605

We are a family-owned cattle ranch in Northern Grady County, Oklahoma. We offer ranch raised beef products.

08/29/2025

My baker's joke of the day...

If I had five cents for every bread pun, then I’d have a pun-per-nickel!

08/28/2025

My sourdough tip of the day!

I learned this from a vlogger, but I can't remember her name to give her credit. When I googled it, it turns out that is widely known among sourdough bakers! So here goes...

These jars that hold starter can get quite gunked up. And never let it dry on there! You don't have enough elbow grease for that haha! Instead, fill the jar halfway with cold tap water (trust the process) and a cap full of white vinegar. Put the lid on and shake! Step away and do another task for about 10 minutes. Come back to the jar and wash as usual! The gunk melts away! You're welcome 😊

08/28/2025

This review makes my heart so happy! Another satisfied customer! Thank you Marsha L. Cook for the order and for the kind words!

P.S. I have 2 half loaves remaining, if David Dunn doesn't beat you to them! Lol

08/26/2025

I've got several packages of croissant bread up for grabs! It is a sourdough loaf with a beautiful texture! It gets its name from the technique of incorporating grated butter into the dough, creating a flaky, buttery crust. It is a must try!

Only five ingredients: organic unbleached unenriched flour, filtered water, grass-fed butter, sourdough starter, and Redmond's real salt. (Compare this list to the ingredients on your loaf from the store... maybe you can explain to me what some of those ingredients are! 🤪)

$8 for half loaf (pictured)
$15 for a full loaf (2 bags as pictured)

I'm happy to meet in the Shawnee / Tecumseh area, or I'll be in Earlsboro tomorrow evening!

Mention that you shared this post for a discount! I appreciate it! ❤️

08/15/2025

I'm baking bread today after nearly 2 weeks without my oven! Ive missed her! I've decided to name her Shirley, considering that my sourdough starter is named Laverne! 😆 🤣 😂 🍞 🥪 They are a nice fit, don't you think?

I'm getting caught up on my orders today! Let me know if you would like in on the next baking round!