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Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: November 30, 2025
Website: www.sarahtthehomesteader.com
Contact: info@sarahthehomesteader.com

Welcome to Sarah the Homesteader (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or purchasing from our website, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions. Please read them carefully.

1. General Use of This Website

By using this website, you agree to:

  • Be at least 18 years old

  • Provide accurate information at checkout

  • Use the site for lawful purposes only

  • Not interfere with the website’s functionality or security

We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason.

2. Products

We offer:

  • Homemade baked goods

  • Canned/preserved items

  • Handcrafted goods (blankets, décor, crafts, and more)

Because our items are handmade, variations in color, size, and appearance may occur.

We reserve the right to:

  • Change product descriptions

  • Modify prices

  • Update availability

  • Discontinue items at any time

3. Pricing & Payment

Prices are listed in USD and may change without notice.

Accepted payment methods include:

  • Wix Payments

  • PayPal

  • Stripe

We do not store or have access to your full credit card information.

4. Order Acceptance & Cancellation

Your order is only considered accepted once payment is processed.

We may cancel an order for reasons including:

  • Product availability

  • Suspected fraud

  • Inaccurate or incomplete customer information

  • Errors in pricing or listing

If we cancel an order, we will notify you and issue a refund if applicable.

customers may cancel an order only BEFORE the item has been baked, crafted, or shipped.

5. Allergen Disclosure

All food products are made in a home kitchen that may come into contact with:

  • Wheat / gluten

  • Dairy

  • Eggs

  • Nuts & peanuts

  • Soy

  • Other common allergens

By purchasing, you acknowledge this risk.
We are not responsible for allergic reactions.

6. Shipping, Delivery & Pickup

Shipping policy details can be found on our Shipping Policy page and include:

Standard Shipping (U.S. Only)

  • 3–5 business days

  • $10 flat rate

  • Free over $100

Local Delivery (15 miles of Morton, IL)

  • 3–4 days

  • $5 delivery fee

Local Pickup

  • 239 Hires Trace, Morton, IL 61550

  • Pickup time arranged by email

  • Missed pickups may require rescheduling or remake fees (for perishable items)

Delivery times are estimates and may be impacted by weather, carrier delays, or peak seasons.

7. Returns, Refunds & Exchanges

Perishable Items

All baked goods and canned items are final sale with no returns due to health and safety regulations.

Handmade Non-Perishable Goods

Eligible for refund or replacement if:

  • Item arrives damaged

  • Wrong item was received

  • Craftsmanship defect is evident

Claims must be made within 72 hours of delivery and include photos.

We reserve the right to approve or deny refund/exchange requests.

8. Lost or Stolen Packages

Once your order is shipped or delivered for local drop-off:

  • Ownership transfers to the buyer

  • We are not responsible for lost or stolen packages

We will assist with filing a carrier claim if needed.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on this website is owned by Sarah the Homesteader, including:

  • Photos

  • Text

  • Branding

  • Product descriptions

  • Logos

  • Designs

You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute any content without written permission.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent allowed by law, Sarah the Homesteader is not liable for:

  • Allergic reactions

  • Misuse of products

  • Delays caused by carriers

  • Loss from incorrect address entry

  • Indirect or consequential damages

You use this website and purchase products at your own risk.

11. Privacy Policy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, available on our website.

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time.
Changes will be posted with a new “Effective Date.”

Continued use of the website means you accept the updated Terms.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms & Conditions, contact:

📧 info@sarahthehomesteader.com
📍 Morton, Illinois

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