Local Small Business Spotlight: The Sconery Shop (New Braunfels, TX)
You are in for a literal treat with this week’s local business feature: The Sconery Shop!
Getting to meet the owner Katie and learn about her business (and enjoy some scones) was pure delight. Not only are the scones delicious, but her heartfelt mission and vision for this venture is one that serves a higher purpose. Meeting her, it’s clear that she’s both dedicated and driven to serve others and does it with the utmost love, care and attention.
The longer I’ve done this series, the more it’s become clear to me that New Braunfels is truly made up of amazing people doing work that improves the lives of others, adding to the beautiful dynamic way of life we have in this place we get to call home.
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Meet the Owner of The Sconery Shop
It was so nice meeting Katie and getting to hear about her business and the vision she’s carrying for it.
It’s not every day you meet someone living out their faith by using their talents and drive together while creating opportunities for others.
Plus, the scones are really, really good! Definitely need to give them a try!
About the Business
Tell us about your business and what you offer.
The Sconery Shop specializes in handcrafted sweet and savory, made to order. Local to New Braunfels, our mission is to serve delightful desserts with a side of hope. We are community focused and driven.
How It All Began
What inspired you to start this business, and how did it come to life here in New Braunfels?
After serving 20 years in the Air Force, God gave me my second calling and that was to open The Sconery Shop to eventually employ people with special needs like my daughter who has Down Syndrome. Only 6% of colleges and universities offer post-secondary education opportunities for people with intellectual developmental disabilities, and we want to change that. By providing space and the opportunity for employment it helps people with IDDs to continue to grow, learn and develop after they age out of school. It also provides the community the chance to learn just what these amazing people can do. The vision for The Sconery Shop is about 3 years old although we launched 3 months ago and is now a vision come to life. It's growing because of people like you! People here in NB are so caring and supportive and because of their generosity The Sconery Shop is already growing.
Serving the New Braunfels Community
What do you love most about serving this community?
The people. Always people. From assisted living facilities to schools to neighbors. Every scone tells a story and brings people together. I love the opportunity to listen to people who have recently lost loved ones to welcoming their new arrivals. It's an absolute joy and honor to be a part of their day.
Behind the Scenes of a Small Business
What’s something most people don’t see or know about running your business day-to-day?
The early mornings....and the dishes!!! The sweeping is sooo extra people see Instagram photos and the lovely scones. I see the chaos and mess behind the beauty. They also don’t see the prayer that goes over every bake I do no matter how small or big. Each batch is prayed for.
Values That Guide Their Work
What values guide the way you show up for your clients or customers?
Biblical truth, people over margin and opportunities to employ those with different abilities.
How to Support The Sconery Shop
How can the community best support your business right now?
Follow us on social media @thesconeryshop. Save a baker, order today! Tell a friend!
Why Supporting Local Businesses Matters
The Sconery Shop is doing work that nourishes the whole person all while creating an even stronger community.
This business is another example of what makes New Braunfels the special place it is. Let’s all support local and give The Sconery Shop a try! Follow them on social media (links below) and share this post to help spread the love.
Supporting small businesses really does strengthen our community and makes it better for us all.
If you’re a local business or community member in New Braunfels and would like to be featured in a future post, feel free to reach out. I’d love to connect!
The Sconery Shop
based in New Braunfels, TX
Phone: (253) 495-6427
Email: hope@thesconeryshop.com
Website: thesconeryshop.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587832348576
Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_sconery_shop
About the Photographer
I’m Erin Valkner, a New Braunfels headshot and personal branding photographer, and this project is part of my ongoing work supporting local business owners by helping them tell their story visually and authentically.
If you’re a local business owner, entrepreneur, or creative and would like to be featured in a future spotlight, or you’re ready for updated headshots or branding photos, feel free to reach out. I’d love to connect.