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FEB 7

galentine's day at thistle + elm

we’ll be at Thistle + Elm’s Galentine’s event with the cutest cookies!

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valentine's presale pickup

pickup from any of our pickup partners' locations just in time for galentine's and valentine's day!

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thoughtfully designed, naturally beautiful

At Bakes & Bites, every cookie is crafted with care—from the intricate designs to the ingredients we choose. We’re proud to make all our sugar cookies with dye-free, natural colorings, using rich hues from plant-based sources instead of artificial dyes.

Our cookies are made in small batches using thoughtfully chosen ingredients—like our own farm-fresh eggs—because we believe that what goes into your treats matters just as much as how they look.

Perfect for celebrating life’s sweetest moments with cookies that are as mindful as they are memorable.

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A SUGAR cookie for every occasion

geena

xo,

YOUR NEW BAKING BESTIE

meet geena

I’ve always loved combining creativity with food, and cookie decorating turned out to be the perfect mix. What started with a class in 2023 has grown into a sweet little business—and I’m so grateful for it. Every cookie is thoughtfully designed with my signature style: muted tones, bold pops, and a whole lot of heart. Whether you’re celebrating something big or just want a tasty treat, I’m here to make it beautiful and delicious.

Let’s create something unforgettable together!

ABOUT BAKES & BITES

last chance to shop our Valentine’s presale 💌
i’ll be closing the shop wednesday (2/4)!!

there’s a little something for everyone • pickup is thursday, february 12th, just in time for teacher gifts, galentine’s, and valentine’s day 🤍 shop linked in bio

#dyefree #madisonwievents #madisonwi #shopsmall

sweet little safari baby shower cookies 😌🤎🦒

i’m so in love with these little animals!! • i think the giraffe might be my favorite, but don’t tell the others 🤭

#dyefree #customsugarcookies #madisonwi

a peek into how i’d shop our valentine’s presale!!

i always design presale cookies with specific people in mind, so consider this your gifting cheat sheet 😚

presale is live & quantities are limited • shop the link in bio 🤍

#dyefree #madisonwi #galentinesgift #valentinescookies

valentine’s presale launches tomorrow (1/22)!! 💘💖💕💝
pickup will be thursday, february 12th at any of our pickup partners • perfect timing for teacher gifts, galentine’s, and valentine’s day

i love personally curating each presale and designing cookies that really reflect @bakesandbitesbyg ‘s style • my goal is that you won’t see these exact offerings anywhere else 💌

🤍 pickup partners: @thistleandelm • @rootedcultureandco • @crossroads_coffeehouse • @1855coffeehouse 🤍

🤍 as always, our presale is dye-free thanks to @prsmsugarco 🤍

#dyefree #madisonwi #madisonwievents #valentinescookies

baby it’s cold outside ❄️🧸☁️

this cozy little baby shower set felt especially fitting for this week’s weather! • also such a sweet option if you’re going gender-neutral or keeping the surprise to yourself 🤍

#dyefree #customsugarcookies #babyshowerideas #madisonwi

and that’s not even all that’s in the artificial stuff 👀

at @bakesandbitesbyg we choose plant-based coloring and thoughtful ingredients so you never have to second guess what you, your friends, and your family are putting in your bodies 🤍

#dyefree #customsugarcookies #madisonwi

cutie little custom birthday set from early december 🤍

character sets come with a little extra pressure since you’re following a character that already exists • so every tiny detail matters!

but i love creating them when you’re open to my design style and creative liberty • just trust me to bring it all together and that you and your little will love them! :)

#dyefree #customsugarcookies #madisonwi

i know i can’t be the only one... right??

#smallbusinessowner #shopsmall #smallbusinesslove

2026 brides!! it’s never too early to start thinking about your bachelorette and bridal shower cookies ;)

let’s chat! 💌

i know we’re all like over christmas and ready for the new year buuuut i had to share this set!!

the perfect little treat to have out during the holidays for guests🤍

sitting here wrapping up 2025 feeling really emotional and really grateful 🥺🥹

thank you to every single person who supported bakes & bites this year, in big ways and small ones • can’t wait to bake for you again in 2026 🤍

i officially wrapped the largest order bakes & bites has ever taken on!!

a huge, huge thank you to @livinginmadisonre for trusting me with your client gifts this holiday season. i’m so grateful for people who believe in me and my business enough to put big projects like this in my hands.

and i’m not going to lie, this one tested me. there were multiple breakdowns last week when it felt like everything that could go wrong did go wrong (shoutout to joe for keeping me sane and helping me laugh through the craziness). it felt like my entire december was going to be consumed by sugar cookies and i’d never get to enjoy christmas for myself (we don’t even have our tree yet, which is wild because we’re normally day-after-thanksgiving people!).

but i did it!! over 1,000 cookies in 3 weeks (plus a couple custom orders, an event, and a holiday treat box exchange thrown in the mix). and they turned out so beautiful 🥲

i’m so, so grateful to @livinginmadisonre for trusting me with this order. i’d do it all over again 🤍

so grateful for all of you this holiday season 🤍

my custom orders for 2025 are officially full (thank you!!), but you can still snag cookies for the holidays!! christmas presale is live • grab yours through the link in my bio!

#dyefree #madisonwi #christmascookies #madisonwievents #customsugarcookies

the first holiday custom order of the season!! and she’s a pretty one 🤍🎀

these cutie cookies went out for a local salon’s holiday party • their only direction was metallics, cream, and coral • aaaand I think I nailed it 🤭

DECEMBER COOKIE CLASS IS HERE!! 🎄

we’re getting festive at @opehauspub on december 15th from 6–8p and i’d love for you to join me! we’ll walk through each design step-by-step, sip something yummy from the bar, and decorate cutie christmas cookies together 🤍

grab your seat before they’re gone • tickets are available now through my website! 💌

we were planning on being at north edge nutrition’s holiday sip & shop this year… but a last-minute personal commitment popped up, so i won’t be able to be there in person 😢

buuut i still wanted you to be able to snag christmas cookies at the event • so we’re doing a special presale pickup at @northedge.nutrition instead!!

here’s how it works:
• order ahead through the presale on my website
• swing by during the sip & shop on december 13th from 8a–1p and grab your cookies while you shop

i’m sad to miss the event, but i’m so excited for you to still get your bakes & bites treats while you’re there 🤍🎄

cookie happy hour at @miggysbakes is coming up next week!!
come hang out with me on Thursday, November 20th from 5–8p for a super chill night of cookie decorating 🤍

you’ll get a decorating kit with 3 cookies, all the icing + tools you’ll need, and step-by-step instructions so you can decorate at your own pace (i’ll be there the whole time if you need any help!)

it’s the perfect low-key night out if you’ve been wanting to try cookie decorating without committing to a full class, or if you’re just looking for something fun to do with the girls after work!

#madisonwi #madisonwievents #cookiehappyhour #cookiedecorating

a butter-themed birthday brunch?? yes pls 🧈🥐🥞☕️

this custom sugar cookie set was everything • buttery yellows, pink & red stripes, and the cutest cake • i truly love every order i take on, but every once in a while i get a theme that i’m sooo excited about and can’t stop staring at once it’s finished 🥹

as always, dye-free thanks to @prsmsugarco 🤍

#customcookies #birthdaycookies #buttertheme #sugarcookies #decoratedcookies #buttercookies #bakesandbitesbyg #cookieartist #smallbusinesslove

thanksgiving cookie happy hour is live!! 🦃🥧

join me thursday, november 20th from 5–8 pm at @miggysbakes in middleton for a cozy, laid-back night of cookie decorating!

if you’ve ever wanted to try royal icing without the pressure of a full class, this is the perfect chance • each ticket includes 3 thanksgiving-themed cookies, all the icing + materials you’ll need, and step-by-step instructions to follow at your own pace • plus, i’ll be there the whole time to help and answer questions 🤍

so many sweet baby shower sets lately!!

i’ve been obsessed with adding texture • those little sweater details on the onesies and woven prams turn simple designs into elevated mini works of art 🧺🧸 • the woven pram alone takes close to 10 minutes per cookie just for the basket detail (worth it every time)

always here to take your parties to the next level with custom cookies 🤍

spooky-sweet minis are here 👻

these bite-sized cuties are kid-approved, parent-loved, and made with clean, dye-free ingredients • replace the artificial stuff with something a little more intentional (& a lot more delicious 😉) this season!

pickups are thursday, 10/30 and orders close sunday, 10/26 • so don’t wait too long to snag yours 🤍🎃

#dyefree #dyefreehalloween #halloweencookies #madisonwi #madisonwievents

a little pumpkin is on the way 🍂

how perfect is this theme for an October baby shower? • ivy sent me inspo photos from my own past sets for this order, which always makes me feel extra special 🥹 so grateful to be part of your sweetest celebrations 🤍

as always all our custom cookies are made dye-free thanks to @prsmsugarco

in September, a portion of all profits went towards supporting a local family whose daughter, Lenny, is bravely fighting cancer • because of you, we were able to donate over $700 towards her treatment and travel expenses as she enters her next phase of treatment this week

I’m so grateful for this community and the way you always show up 🤍🎗️

#forlenny #childhoodcancerawareness #community

a little peek at one of the cookies we’ll be decorating at my halloween cookie class 🎃

join me at @opehauspub in Barneveld on monday, october 20th from 6–8p for a relaxed night of cookie decorating • perfect for all ages! enjoy a drink, grab something from the menu, and take home your own set of hand-decorated cookies 🤍

save your spot through the link in my bio!

September in cookies 🧸💕☕️🍓🌾

September was a nice little break from the busyness of summer, but we still decorated sooo many cutie cookies!! • the rest of the year’s going to fill quickly with holiday orders so I recommend reaching out today for your fall and early winter events if you want custom cookies 🤍

two-dles 🤭🎀🤍

this set is the perfect example that character cookies don’t have to be exact replicas of your kiddo’s favorite character • instead, we can pull in colors, shapes, and details that capture the vibe without going over the top • exact replicas just aren’t my style—and honestly, why would I when sets can look this good without it??

in honor of the last Mazomanie Night Market of the year!!

catch me this Thursday 9/17 from 5-8p in downtown Mazo! • I usually sell out before the end, so if you’ve got your eye on something (especially a s’mores bar 👀) come early • this is my last market until December, so don’t miss your chance to snag something from my market exclusive menu 🍪🍫🥐

I’m so obsessed 🥹

I did cookies for Becky’s bridal shower and bachelorette party last summer, so when she asked if I could make custom cookie for her baby shower it was an immediate yes! • not to mention “we can bearly wait” is the cutest theme, and I had the opportunity to include all my favorite baby shower cookie designs 🎀🧸🤍

our Halloween cookie decorating class is live! 🎃 this will be our first class of the season & I couldn’t be more excited to decorate with you all again!!

📅 october 20 | 6–8p
📍 ope haus, barneveld

we’ll be decorating 6 halloween-themed cookies step by step together (all supplies included & dye-free icing of course!)—perfect for a fun night out or just trying something new

tickets are limited & always go fast when we’re at @opehauspub , so don’t wait to snag your spot 👻

🤍 link in bio to grab your seat

this month, I had the honor of making cookies for the oncology nursing staff at American Family Children’s Hospital on behalf of @melissalkossack , whose sweet daughter Lenny is bravely fighting neuroblastoma

in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and in support of the Kossack family, I’ll be donated a portion of my September profits to help with Lenny’s fight. if you’d like to read more about her journey or support directly, you’ll find their GoFundMe link in my bio 💛

please join me in keeping Lenny and her family in your thoughts, and thank you for helping me give back to such an amazing family • her fight is our fight 🎗️ #forlenny

August in sugar cookies 🍯🧸🍋🐠🫖✌🏼

I love looking back on the month and all the cute themes I got to make custom cookies for! • I swear I have the best most creative clients 🥹🤍

all cookies made dye free thanks to @prsmsugarco

last day to snag the cutest back to school cookies!! 🍎✏️🍫

there’s a little something for everyone • whether they’re for your kids heading back, their new teacher (hello, good first impression!), or yourself for making it through the summer 🤪 • all cookies (and s’mores bars) will be heat sealed so they’re fresh for up to two weeks

pickup Friday, 8/29 at any of our pickup partners — @rootedcultureandco • @thistleandelm • @crossroads_coffeehouse • @1855coffeehouse

shop through the link in our bio 🤍

#dyefree #backtoschoolcookies #madisonwi #customsugarcookies #bakesandbites

it’s that time!! ✨ come see me at the second to last Mazo Night Market of the year — this Thursday (8/21) from 5–8pm!

you’ll find 20+ local vendors, food trucks, live music, good summer vibes, and of course, the most delicious cookies 🤍

here’s what I’m bringing:
🌙 s’mores bars
🌙 cookie pops
🌙 mini sugar cookies
🌙 the best ever choco chip cookies
🌙 giant cinni rolls
🌙 & a few surprises 🤭

just a quick 30-min drive from west Madison into the beautiful driftless region of Wisconsin • it’s worth the trip 🤍

bakes & bites has had a busy, sugar cookie filled summer! • only real ones remember oven-gate 🫠

honestly why did we ever start making the fake stuff? 👀

thanks to @prsmsugarco our sugar cookies are always artificial dye free 🤍

the theme of the summer is camp and I’m in looove 🤍

these girls were heading to the lake for a fun camp-bachelorette, so instead of going full mountain vibes we leaned into the lake • I love bringing your event vibe to life!! 🛶☀️

July in cookies 💌

birthdays, bachelorettes, and one final graduation set to round out the summer • always so honored to be part of your celebrations—whatever the occasion 🤍

If you’re sneaking in one last party before September hits, I’ve got a little room left for end-of-August pickups!

thoughtfully designed in every way—from the look to the ingredients 🍯🌿

I’ve made a few intentional updates to my royal icing, so it felt like the perfect time for a little ingredient refresh • if you have any questions, I’d love to answer them!

every cookie is still made from scratch, with care and ingredients you’d find in your own kitchen • because kind cookies just taste better 🤍

after a long day of decorating cookies, I like to unwind with more cookies

one s’more celebration! 🏕️🌙🍫

loved how this set turned out for Lindsey’s camp bachelorette!! • this theme has been a recent favorite • probably because I’ll never pass up a chance to include some perfectly toasted marshmallows 🤭

TOMORROW NIGHT 💖✨🌙

come find me at the Mazo Night Market this Thursday 7/17 from 5–8p!
there’ll be tons of amazing local vendors, food trucks, live music, and all the summer vibes you could ever need 😎

and of course I’m bringing the goods:
🌸 mini sugar cookies
🌸 cookie pops
🌸 s’mores bars (👀)
🌸 cinni sugar pretzels
🌸 cookie croissants
🌸 and a few surprises (!!)

bring a friend, bring your date, bring yourself🤍—can’t wait to see you 💫

come on Barbie let’s BACH party🩷🎀👙💍💕 • love love love this cutie pink Barbie set for Libby’s bachelorette!!

July is fully booked, but I still have a few spots left for August customs • so if you’ve got a party, shower, or just want cute cookies, now’s the time to reach out 💌

this or that: bridal shower edition 💍🍓

are you team fun + fruity or team simple + elegant? choose your pick below!!

I love how custom sets can match the vibe of the bride-to-be so perfectly—whether it’s playful strawberries and sweet sayings or minimal details and muted tones

The sweetest little update!!
I’ve replaced corn syrup with @gentlebreezehoney in my royal icing! 🍯

A client sparked the idea, testing sealed the deal, and now all my cookies are made with a little more intention 🤍 🐝

I’ll always aim to grow and improve how I bake • for you, and for the love of good food

Have a question about ingredients? Ask away 💌 I love sharing more about how each cookie comes to life

June in cookies 🏕️🌙🐞🐛🥂💕🌸🤠🎇🌻🎈🌈

I blame the holiday weekend for my being late on this June dump 😵‍💫 • between bachelorette sets, backyard camping vibes, and a few dreamy bridal showers, June was sweet in every way 🤍

slow mornings, backyard eggs, and cookies made with love + the most thoughtful ingredients • this is what it’s all about. 🐓🤍

a little cowboy is on the way!! 🤠🌵🐮

I had so much fun creating these cookies for some sweet friends of ours as they get ready to welcome a baby boy this summer • between the boots, the cactus, and the little bandannas 🥹, this set might be one of my favorites yet

the 4th of July presale is officially live 🇺🇸✨
festive cookie platters, and—for the first time ever(!!)—s’mores bars are available in a presale! these are usually a market exclusive, but I had to make an exception for the holiday weekend 🤭

whether you’re heading to the lake, a BBQ, or watching fireworks from the backyard, I’ve got the sweet stuff covered 🤍

pickup is July 2nd or 3rd at any of our local pickup partners—you’ll choose your spot under each item (ignore the preselected pickup location pls)

#4thofjuly #4thofjulycookies #dyefree #madisonwi

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