Sweet Tooth Memories

My work is the creation of small batch, handcrafted hard candy that blends traditional confectionery techniques with modern flavor innovation. Each piece is made entirely by hand using time honored methods passed down through generations, including a family recipe originally developed by my grandmother. The process emphasizes craftsmanship, precision, and sensory storytelling, transforming simple ingredients into edible works of art that evoke nostalgia and memory. Techniques & Process Every batch begins with cooking sugar, glucose, and water in open pans carefully monitored by temperature and visual cues rather than automation. Once the syrup reaches the correct stage, the flavorings and natural colorings are added. For select collections, premium spirits are carefully added as well. It is then hand poured into heat safe silicone molds of desired shape. Powdered sugar is then used to lightly coat candy to reduce stickiness. No automated forming or mass production machinery is used. Each batch is visually inspected, cooled, and finished by hand before being packaged. Media & Materials Granulated sugar, glucose/corn syrup, water Natural and specialty flavor extracts Select premium spirits for infused varieties Minimal or all natural colorings Silicone molds, powdered sugar Proof of Handcrafted Work Each batch is cooked, flavored, poured, cooled, extracted, weighed, bagged, and sealed. Variations in size, pattern, and finish reflect the human process, not machine uniformity Small batch production ensures hands on attention from start to finish No automated candy forming, depositing, or wrapping equipment is used Artistic Intent My goal is to preserve and celebrate the disappearing art of traditional candy making while re-imagining it for modern audiences. Each piece is meant to be both visually engaging and emotionally resonant, connecting people to memories, heritage, and shared experiences through taste. The finished candy is not only a consumable product, but a handcrafted expression of tradition, patience, and skill. This work is fully hand crafted from raw ingredients to finished piece, honoring classic confectionery artistry while presenting it in a contemporary, elevated form. To accompany the candy and ensure products for a broad range of customers, we also offer laser engraved, Slate Coasters, handmade car freshies and "boozy" themed earrings.