Homer’s Porch Swing Bakery Will Close After Ten Years

Porch Swing Bakery & Kitchen in Homer plans to close at the end of 2026 after ten years in business, according to a report published by WWMT on October 23rd, 2026.

Owner Emily Tewell told the station that sales began falling about a year ago and were down 52% by the end of April.

She shifted the bakery toward preorders and catering to reduce waste, but said current sales were still covering little more than overhead and she had effectively been working without pay.

The bakery has offered pies, cakes and other sweets along with grab-and-go lunches, frozen meals and event orders from its storefront at 115 East Main Street in the Village of Homer.

Tewell also described rising ingredient costs, saying an apple pie that sold for $18 when the storefront first opened now costs $25 while leaving little margin for the business.

She said stepping away will allow her to spend more time with her children and family.

Event orders will continue through the end of 2026, and customers should confirm availability directly with the bakery.

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Date note: WWMT’s headline and article text identify the closing as the end of 2026; a photo caption on the same page lists 2027.

When is Porch Swing Bakery & Kitchen closing?

The WWMT headline and article text say the Homer bakery plans to close at the end of 2026.

Can customers still place orders?

WWMT reports that event orders can still be placed through the end of 2026, subject to the bakery’s availability.

Where is Porch Swing Bakery & Kitchen located?

The business is at 115 East Main Street in Homer, Michigan.