By Gwen

nourished living • grain to table
ancient + heritage grains
crunchy mom things
follow for bread, guts + good crust ✷
collab: bygwenboise@gmail.com

08/26/2025

So often, people think “holistic” means complicated, expensive, or extreme. But really - it’s about going back to the basics God already designed for us. Whole foods, natural rhythms, mindful choices, and the understanding that every part of us is connected. 🌱

This is my why.. now I’d love to hear yours! Drop it in the comments, and let’s encourage each other to keep choosing the better way.💛

06/06/2025

✨Say hello to By Gwen () - new name, same hands, and even more heart. 💫

I’ve always loved making beautiful things - from crusty sourdough to now.. permanent jewelry! 💎🔥 Yes, I’m officially adding intentionally chosen high-quality chains custom-fit and welded on with a quick zap to my offerings!

(I will release private appointment info and pop-up dates soon!)
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When I first named my business, the name choice was on purpose - I wanted the freedom to chase whatever I'm passionate about.

Don’t worry, bread is here to stay. The loaves aren’t going anywhere - they’re just sharing the spotlight with a little extra shine. 🥖✨
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Stay tuned for an exciting giveaway to celebrate newness, intentional living, and gut health! Details are coming soon!
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Permanent Jewelry Boise Treasure Valley

05/27/2025

There’s something sacred about real bread.
The kind that rises slowly. That smells like home.
That doesn’t leave your body feeling heavy or inflamed.

That’s why I don’t bake with modern wheat.
I choose ancient and heritage grains - like Einkorn, Turkey Red, Red Fife, White Sonora, and Pima Club - because they connect us to the past and nourish us in the present.

These grains haven’t been tampered with. They’re rich in nutrients, gentle on digestion, and full of character.
And when we let sourdough do its slow work?
It becomes more than just food. It becomes a ritual. A reminder to slow down, to care for our bodies, and to honor where our food comes from.

You can taste the difference.
And if you’ve ever felt bloated, tired, or frustrated by modern bread - you’ll feel the difference too.

I invite you to experience bread the way it was meant to be because fast and fake won't nourish you.
𝙂𝙚𝙩 20% 𝙤𝙛𝙛 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙛𝙡𝙤𝙪𝙧 - 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙞𝙤.

03/11/2025

𝙎𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙡-𝘽𝙖𝙩𝙘𝙝 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙙𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝, 𝙈𝙖𝙙𝙚 𝙋𝙪𝙧𝙚 + 𝙎𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚

Hi Boise friends! I’m Gwen, and I bake real sourdough using heritage and ancient grains at my microbakery, Handmakes by Gwen. I specialize in the ancient grain Einkorn, which is amazing for gut health.
I make artisan loaves, sandwich loaves, bagels, pretzels, and even sourdough donuts, to name a few! All with 100% organic ingredients—never any corn, soy, or seed oils.

Everything is naturally leavened (excluding cookies+cakes), easier to digest, and made in small batches with care. If you love wholesome, handcrafted bread, I’d love to bake for you!

Pre-orders are the best way to get your favorites—DM me on Instagram to reserve yours or comment below to receive ordering info. 💗

Let’s bring back real bread, one loaf at a time! ✨️

01/05/2025

Guess what?! I'm moving! Just a little move within Boise, though 🥰 So, I'll be super busy cleaning and packing/unpacking for the next couple of weeks, which means no baking. Hopefully, I'll be all settled by the end of January to open orders back up. 🫶🎀

10/27/2024

DISCOUNTED Einkorn sourdough donut bites extras are available in my stories!

Today only 10/27 🍩💗🫶✨️

Available Flavors:
• Vanilla Glazed
• Cacao Glazed
• Lemon Poppyseed w/ Blueberry Glaze
• Mixed

Pickup off State St and Veterans!

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Boise, ID

Telephone

+12084197167

Website

https://linktr.ee/bygwen

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