Hello! Welcome to Baked and Crafted!

I'm Sumayah, and I have a passion for crafting beautiful, imaginative bakes.

I’m a first year dental student with an insatiable sweet tooth, and the proud owner of pet ducks and rabbits, who often accompany me while I bake. An artist in all senses, I have dozens of abandoned hobbies under my belt to prove it. You might also know me from my recent appearance on the Great British Bake Off!

To me, baking is truly an art form.

From the precise cuts of a blade scoring through dough, to the rhythmic flow of piping buttercream onto a cake. My kitchen is my art studio, with the mess to prove it!

Here, I’ll be sharing recipes that taste as good as they look.

From simple, comforting food to show-stopping cakes. This is a casual, fun and light hearted blog to inspire your kitchen creativity.

My goal is to offer recipes that encourage you to think, adapt, and make them your own. Baking is not just about following instructions; it’s about building confidence and finding your flair.

The joy of experimenting with food is so special, I hope this blog shares it in a way that's both fun and approachable. Food is a canvas, a language, and a way to express your creativity. I hope you find as much joy in it as I do. 

If any of this appeals to you, and you want to stick around, learn some new baking skills or want something silly to read….subscribe! (otherwise I’ll be talking to myself).

So with formalities out of the way… Let’s Bake and Craft! Yippee!

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