Meet the chef behind The Converse Crumb

Culinary-led baking, made warm and local in Converse, TX

Hi, I’m Ashleigh—the baker behind The Converse Crumb. I make small-batch artisan breads, pastries, and curated dessert boxes with a chef’s attention to detail and a home-bakery heart. Everything is preorder-first, so your treats are baked on demand and ready when you are.

Baker kneading dough for fresh bread
The story

Why I built an app-first cottage bakery

I wanted a bakery that fits real life—busy mornings, last-minute hosting, and celebrations that deserve something beautiful. The preorder model keeps things simple: you browse the weekly drop, reserve what you want, and I bake to match demand—so quality stays high and waste stays low.

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Assortment of artisan bread loaves on a rustic wooden table
Fresh baked pastries displayed in a bakery case
Assorted mini tarts arranged in a dessert box

What you can expect from my kitchen

Every item is built around chef-led technique, careful timing, and a love for comforting flavors. I focus on small-batch consistency—so your loaf slices cleanly, your pastry shatters and melts, and your dessert box feels like a little event.

You’ll also find clear ingredient and allergen guidance so you can order with confidence. If you’re planning a wedding cake or special-occasion spread, I’ll help you choose a direction, then we’ll confirm details and availability through a simple inquiry process.

How I work

A simple process that keeps everything fresh

The Converse Crumb is designed around weekly drops and bake-on-demand timing. You’ll always know what to expect before checkout—pickup/delivery windows, service areas, and what’s included—so ordering stays easy.

Variety of artisan breads arranged for a bakery spread

Weekly

preorder drops

Small-batch

baked to demand

Converse + nearby

local service areas

Notes from the community

A few words that capture what I aim for every week: warm service, elevated bakes, and zero guesswork.

★★★★★

“Everything tasted like it came from a true pastry kitchen—beautiful, balanced, and not overly sweet.”

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Local customer

Dessert box preorder

★★★★★

“The preorder model is so easy. I picked up exactly what I needed, right on time.”

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Busy parent

Weekend drop basket

★★★★★

“Our cake was stunning and the flavors were unforgettable. It felt personal from the first message.”

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Wedding client

Wedding cake inquiry