Gooseberry Patch

99-Cent Apples eBook...NOW thru Sunday!

The eBook version of our Classic cookbook,
Apples, is now available for just 99 cents! 

Just in case you missed the announcement on Facebook, we didn't want you to miss out on the deal! Click the book below to visit our landing page, select your eBook reader and download it in seconds!

It's currently available at this special price for Kindle, Nook,
Apple iDevices and Sony eReader, but the promotion
ends Sunday, September 9, 2012.

Hurry and download yours before it's too late!

Just click this link and select your reader.

Don't have an eReader?
That's okay...you can still get this cookbook!

 Download the free reading app from Amazon or Barnes & Noble and it's like having an eBook reader right in your computer. There are even versions for your phone, so you'll always have a speedy supper at your fingertips.

Special notes: When you visit our landing page, you will also find a link to the Kobo version. Unfortunately, their price is not adjusted to the promotional price. If you have a Kobo, we'd recommend downloading one of the Kindle or Barnes & Noble apps mentioned above so you can take advantage of the savings!

Also, if you are a fan outside of the US, we'd recommend the Kindle app to you as well. Unlike Apple and Barnes & Noble, there are no geographic limitations (that we know of) on Amazon.

 

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Full-Size Cookbook for 99 CENTS!

Full-size cookbook for less than a buck
now thru 8/26/12!

Earlier this week, we announced that our full-size cookbook,
101 Hearty Recipes, would be available as a 99-cent eBook
for a limited time only!

Just in case you missed the link on our Page on Facebook,
click the book below, select your eBook reader and download!

Don't have an eReader? That's okay...you can still get a copy!
Download one of the free reading apps from Amazon
or Barnes & Noble and it's like having an eBook reader
right in your computer!

 

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3 eBooks on SUPER SALE at Amazon!

Amazon Kindle selected 3 of our eBook titles to be
part of their Big Deal...get 'em while they last!  

Take advantage of the SUPER SALE
now through August 23, 2012!

 

Use these links to get right to the specials!

Simple Shortcut Recipes for $1.99

Summer in the Country for $1.99

Sunday Dinner at Grandma's for $1.99

Remember, Amazon's pricing can change at any time, so don't
delay downloading these FULL-SIZE eBooks at up to 86% off!

 

Don't have a Kindle?

That's okay...you can still get these cookbooks!

 Download the free reading app from Amazon and it's like having a Kindle right in your computer. There are even versions for your phone, so you'll always have a homestyle recipe at your fingertips.

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99-Cent Appetizers eBook...NOW thru Sunday!

The eBook version of our Classic cookbook,
Appetizers, is now available for just 99 cents! 

Just in case you missed the announcement on Facebook, we didn't want you to miss out on the deal! Click the book below to visit our landing page, select your eBook reader and download it in seconds!

It's currently available at this special price for Kindle, Nook,
Apple iDevices and Sony eReader, but the promotion
ends Sunday, August 12, 2012.

Hurry and download yours before it's too late!

Just click this link and select your reader.

Don't have an eReader?
That's okay...you can still get this cookbook!

 Download the free reading app from Amazon or Barnes & Noble and it's like having an eBook reader right in your computer. There are even versions for your phone, so you'll always have a speedy supper at your fingertips.

Special notes: When you visit our landing page, you will also find a link to the Kobo version. Unfortunately, their price is not adjusted to the promotional price. If you have a Kobo, we'd recommend downloading one of the Kindle or Barnes & Noble apps mentioned above so you can take advantage of the savings!

Also, if you are a fan outside of the US, we'd recommend the Kindle app to you as well. Unlike Apple and Barnes & Noble, there are no geographic limitations (that we know of) on Amazon.

 

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Be sure to tell your friends about this great deal!

Full-size Cookbook for Less than a Buck!

Full-size cookbook for less than a buck -- now thru 7/8/12!

Earlier this week, we announced that our full-size cookbook,
Farmers' Market Favorites, would be available as a 99-cent eBook
for a limited time only!

Just in case you missed the link on our Page on Facebook,
click the book below, select your eBook reader and download!

Don't have an eReader? That's okay...you can still get a copy!
Download one of the free reading apps from Amazon
or Barnes & Noble and it's like having an eBook reader
right in your computer!

 

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Listen to Vickie & Jo Ann on the Radio!

We had so much fun chatting with Heather of Basilmomma last
Thursday on her radio show, Around the Kitchen Sink.

Each week, she invites a guest and talks about food, family
and fun. We even talked about some kitchen FLOPS
while we were there!

We were delighted to be a part of the show.
Thanks for having us, Heather!

Just in case you missed it, we're sharing a link to the show
right here on our blog. Our appearance is the first one
listed below...just click play!

 

 

If you're having any trouble with the player, you can also
listen to the show on the Around the Kitchen Sink page,
hosted by Toginet.

Click here to visit that page and stream the show instead.

Tune in next Thursday at 11pm EST to hear who'll be on
Around the Kitchen Sink next...bet you'll recognize
the name of a special friend of ours!

 

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99-Cent Pies eBook...Now thru Sunday!

The eBook version of our Classic cookbook,
Pies, is now available for just 99 cents! 

Just in case you missed the announcement on Facebook, we didn't want you to miss out on the deal! Click the book below to visit our landing page, select your eBook reader and download it in seconds!

Hurry and download yours before it's too late!

It's currently available at this special price for
Kindle, Nook, Apple iDevices and Sony eReader.

Just click this link and select your reader.

Don't have an eReader?
That's okay...you can still get this cookbook!

 Download the free reading app from Amazon or Barnes & Noble and it's like having an eBook reader right in your computer. There are even versions for your phone, so you'll always have a speedy supper at your fingertips.

Special notes: When you visit our landing page, you will also find links to the Kobo version. Unfortunately, their price is not adjusted to the promotional price. If you have a Kobo, we'd recommend downloading one of the Kindle or Barnes & Noble apps mentioned above so you can take advantage of the savings!

Also, if you are a fan outside of the US, we'd recommend the Kindle app to you too. Unlike Apple and Barnes & Noble, there are no geographic limitations (that we know of) on Amazon.

 

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Be sure to tell your friends about this great deal!

Full-Size Book for Less than a Buck!

Since it's not quite FREE, we're calling this week's goodie
a Link We Love...but it is NEARLY free and we want
to make sure YOU get yours!

Earlier this week, we announced that our full-size cookbook,
Dinners on a Dime, would be available as a 99-cent eBook
for a limited time only!

Just in case you missed the link on our Page on Facebook
or in Wednesday's Recipe Round-Up, click the book below!

We don't want to sound like a broken record (remember those?)
but we DO want to make sure as many of you get
the incredible savings...go download yours before it's too late!

Don't have an eReader? That's okay...you can still get a copy!
Download one of the free reading apps from Amazon
or Barnes & Noble and it's like having an eBook reader
right in your computer!

 

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Meet the Cookie Queen!

We first discovered today's Link We Love when a Facebook fan posted a link to her  Candy-Corn Cookies...they're so adorable!

No cookie cutter required for these either! 

Just a few posts later, we were HOOKED on the unbelievable creativity showcased on this baking blog. Brimming with beautiful cookies, inspiration & encouragement by the bucket and even some helpful instruction, we're tickled to feature...

The Sweet Adventures of Sugarbelle!

Self-described as obsessed with decorating cookies, sweet Callye's bubbly personality makes it extra fun to read about her latest adventures in the kitchen.

The works of art she pipes onto sugar cookies are nothing short of amazing and her step-by-step photos make us feel like, hey...we could do that! 

In addition to sharing her perfect cookies, her blog features recipes (of course!), TONS of helpful tutorials, tips for decorating, tips for color, and even a few video tutorials.

Sweet Sugarbelle is a rich resource for all your
cookie-decorating dreams...we know we'll be back for more!

Drop in for a visit today!

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A Cute Kitchen Helper!

We recently ran across a sweet little project that we just had to share. Marie at Make and Takes is always crafting up some fun...have you visited her blog yet? Click below to go!

So much great inspiration to be found there! 

What's the project, you ask?
Well, it's right up our alley and we think you'll like it too...

Isn't that a darling recipe card holder?

Visit Make and Takes for complete instructions on making your own. It only takes a few supplies and you could easily whip it out in under an hour.

These would make a great handcrafted surprise for a new bride or for a housewarming, wouldn't they? Print out our recipe cards and add a few of your family favorites for a thoughtful gift.

Download our cards below!

Gooseberry Patch Recipe Cards

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Craft Some Pretty Pots!

We were so inspired by today's Link We Love, we knew we just had to share it with you! Part crafty idea, part simple tutorial, the link to these pretty pots is one you'll definitely want to keep handy.  

Pretty Pots

Dreamed up by super-creative blogger, Christine Chitnis, they're just so darn cheery! With some terra cotta pots from the garden store, some of your favorite fabric scraps and a little Mod Podge, you'll be on your way. Click over to visit Christine for more complete instructions.

Wouldn't these be sweet for gift-giving or as a bridal shower favor?
You could even cover a few and use them to keep your desk organized!

It's just one of the lovely ideas you'll find at Christine's blog...click HERE and HERE to see a few more of our favorites. Where she REALLY shines is her photography. We really felt like we were visiting the lake along with her in this recent post...here's a sneak peek.

Beautiful...and from the coast of Michigan, not a tropical island!

 

 

 

We were so excited to see that she's published a book filled with even more inspiration!

Click here to get a sneak peek
on her blog.

Click here to view it on Amazon.

 

 

Next time you have some time to dream, be sure to
pay Christine a visit...we know you'll enjoy your stay.

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Top Your Table this Friday!

This week's Link We Love is just ONE of the amazing ideas you can find on Dana's blog...we had to go back and check our archives because we were SURE that we'd already shared her blog with you. You're going to want to add this one to your regularly visited spots to be inspired...we have!

Say hello to...

made!

The writer/photographer/maker behind this blog is Dana, a mom of two little cuties. She makes all sorts of goodies for them - adorable! - but her handmade gift ideas are what really hooked us. So much goodness!

She's also clued us in on some sewing techniques that have come in handy...make your own bias tape anyone? Pick up her patterns or follow her easy tutorials to make something yourself!

Today we're sharing a link to an easy sewing project that we think is perfect for summertime...it's picnic weather out there and everyone loves a cute table, even when you're gathering in the backyard!

Check out these Table Toppers!

Created with just four simple seams and your favorite fabric, if you can cut and sew a straight line, you're in business! We love layering a colorful fabric over a white or solid color one...one of our favorite table-topping trick is to layer a quilt over a tablecloth but Dana's idea is a fun (and easy!) summertime twist.

We couldn't resist linking to one more project that you'll see in the Table Topper post above...

Wallflowers!


These tissue paper flowers are easy to make and, whether you hang them on the wall or use them as a whimsical centerpiece, you'll love 'em. Click here to see how to make your own.

We know you'll find no shortage of creative inspiration at made. Thanks for all you provide, Dana...we'll certainly be back for more!

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Using Vintage Goodness This Friday!

Remember those wooden spools from Grandma's sewing basket? If you're anything like us, you probably still have some rolling around your own sewing room...this week's Link We Love is a great project to get them out where you can see them!

Vintage Wooden Spool Cork Board

In this tutorial, you can see how easy it is to turn a ho-hum corkboard into a fun addition to your sewing or craft room...
what a thoughtful gift for a creative soul too!

Thanks so much to The Silly Pearl for this fun tutorial!

Steph is the mom behind this crafty blog, where you'll find great tutorials on everything from handmade jewelry to goodies she made for her adorable twin girls and even some decorating ideas for all year round.

Once you're there, you'll probably want to pick up her button...

Find The Silly Pearl on Facebook too!

 

Thanks for sharing such great ideas, Steph...
we can't wait to see what you come up with next!

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Fifty Recipes! (Yes, that's 5-0.)

Since Mom's Favorite Recipes is our Cookbook of the Week, it seemed like a good(e) time to remind you that Cris of Goodeness Gracious is cooking her way through this very book!

Say hello to this week's Link We Love!

At our last count, Cris has made (and blogged!) 50 recipes from Mom's Favorite Recipes...click here to view the index of them all or just click the big button above.

\With a list like that, we're guessing you can find SOMETHING to make for dinner, dessert or just to snack on this weekend. If you try one of these, stop back and let us know!

Thanks again, Cris, for coming up with this challenge...we love hearing about how these recipes gathered from all over the country have found a home in your kitchen and on your table. Keep on cookin'!

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Take a Tour of Bloggers!

With Springtime in full swing in most places and Easter coming up in a few days, we thought it'd be fun to take a little tour of some of our past Featured Friday bloggers and see what they're up to these days. Here's to finding inspiration wherever you look...enjoy!

 

 

Want to fix something special for breakfast? Try Anna's caramel rolls...they're a Gooseberry Patch recipe!

 

 

 

If you're more in the mood for a savory breakfast on Easter Sunday, give Leah's make-ahead breakfast scramble a try and you can just pop it in the oven in the morning!

 

 

 

Tina's Bunny Buns would be a fun treat for little folks Easter morning! These little treats were the inspiration behind this post. Thanks Tina!

 

 

 

Traditional Easter dinner at Carmen's house always includes Ham and Popeye...puffy little noodle-dumplin's sounds good to us!

 

 

 

 

Kristin whipped up this marinated veggie salad and we think it'd be a great side dish.

 

 

 

Mix up Cris's quick & easy baked beans...they'd be just right alongside your ham!

 

 

 

 

Tina also shared her recipe for classic deviled eggs! It's just not Easter dinner without these, right?

 

 

 

 

Looking for a must-share appetizer to serve? Jen posted that she'll be whipping up some of our quick Reuben Dip...yum!

 

 

 

Gail recently posted Claudia's Famous Wing Dip and we think it'd be a great addition too!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jackie has created a whole page of Easter dinner deliciousness on her blog, including some sweet little Easter basket cupcakes!

 

 

 

 

For the dessert table, there are so many goodies out there...Cora's cookies capture so much of the meaning behind this special day.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Carmen's Resurrection Rolls do too...bonus photos of cute helpers in this post!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kim is sharing her recipe for Luscious Lime Cheesecake...cool and refreshing!

 

 

 

 

She also whipped up this Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie that you could serve this weekend. Looks like a magazine, doesn't it?

 

 

 

Try Carrie's Easy Homemade Cherry Jelly or Jewish Sweet Challah Bread and add something really special to your celebration.

 

 

 

 

 

Speaking of cherries, we don't think anyone would say no to this classic cherry cobbler Jodi posted recently. It's from our cookbook, Quick & Easy Autumn!

 

 

 

 

 

Check out this cute idea that Susie's sharing...Easter in a Jar! Note to other bloggers: this is a blog hop so be sure to link up too.

 

 

 

 

Oh, and if you happen to have some ham left over, Leah's ham sandwiches look amazing...we're really looking forward to trying these!

 

 

 

 

Tina found some beautiful marble eggs...you can't eat 'em but she'll enjoy them year after year. Aren't they pretty?

 

 

 

We hope you found something yummy to try here or some inspiration as we head into a weekend filled with celebration. Enjoy every moment...and if you're making something tasty, share a link in the comments! We'd love to hear about it.

Meet Some Real Farmwives this Friday!

If you know one thing about Gooseberry Patch,
it's that we LOVE building community.

You can see it here on our blog, on our Page on Facebook...heck, take a look at the cookbooks we've been creating for the last 20 years or so and you can see the love we have for hometown cooks on every page. Whether it's your tried & true recipes, clever tips & ideas or just everyday stories from your hometowns, we love bringing all of you together to share.

This week's Link We Love was formed with the same idea in mind and, in case you missed our  announcement earlier this week, allow us to introduce you to...

The Real Farmwives of America & Friends!

Their mission? Connecting "moms with the many faces that grow the food on their table." They're "bringing over a dozen farm women together online and making them accessible to moms everywhere."

What a great idea, right?

Here's how they describe themselves:
RFOA & Friends is a growing group of women across the nation who blog about life on and off the farm. Our members either currently live on family farms, grew up on the farm and/or work in the farming community. Our blogs focus on many different topics from humor to life to recipes to DIY projects to our families.

So where does Gooseberry Patch come in?
Well, we're glad you asked...check this out!

That's right...we're teaming up with RFOA to
bring you lots of farm-fresh goodness!

Starting next week, one of these lovely ladies - Heather from 3 Kids & Lots of Pigs - will kick off the fun. She'll be asking you to pick from a few Gooseberry Patch cookbooks and then, when the votes are tallied, she'll cook and share TEN recipes from that book!

It's a great way to get a peek inside these books and to discover some fun bloggers in the process. Plus, free recipes...who doesn't love that? At the risk of sounding a little like an infomercial...

But wait - there's more!

Not only will each blogger be cooking up some delicious recipes - and there are 18 signed up to take part so far! - she'll also have a copy of the cookbook to give away. YOU could be the lucky winner!

Click over to Real Farmwives of America & Friends website and follow them however you like...they're on Facebook too! No matter how you connect, just make sure you're in the loop...we wouldn't want you to miss any of the fun.

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An Irresistible Treat this Friday

Okay, this is somewhere between a Link We Love and a Free Goodie but since you can't actual EAT this post, we're calling it a Link We Love and we found it at...

 

We're new to Picky Palate but we love it already! Jenny is the voice behind this blog and the recipes she creates for her two picky (but cute!) eaters are pretty amazing.

With really delicious flavor combinations - cheesy bacon biscuit pull-aparts anyone? - her blog is easy to find your way around and we're sure you'll find something you want to try out soon.

 

First on our list of recipes to try?
(And the reason we're featuring Picky Palate today!)

Brownie-Stuffed Chocolate-Chip Cookies!

It's a treat INSIDE another treat and we can't wait* to try these in person! Thanks to Jenny for the recipe and all the other yummy inspiration found on Picky Palate. Check it out today!

*Well, most of us can't wait. Jo Ann's on the fence since she's not a sweet-lover...she'd rather have something savory instead.

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Think Spring this Friday!

Today's Link We Love will take you to one of those blogs we can always count on. Cathe draws us in with creative projects that are so clever but not SO crafty that they seem like they'd take all day. Below, we're sharing links to two of our favorite projects but WOW you can find a ton at...

Just Something I Made!

Written by the lovely & talented Cathe Holden, it's one of those destinations that you'll want to keep handy when you're running low on inspiration and need a kickstart.

The end of winter sometimes feels like that, doesn't it?

If you think so too, you're in luck because both projects we're linking to from Just Something I Made are full of cheer...just what we need at the end of February!

First up is Cathe's ingenious homemade pennant roller!

She crafted this adorable rubber stamp from supplies picked up from the hardware store and a rubber band found in her junk drawer...can you believe it? When it's done, you can roll happy little pennants across envelopes, packages, invitations, you name it! Get the complete instructions here.

The next project (because we couldn't pick just one!)
is this simple, pretty egg holder!

 

You won't believe how she made it...it's SO simple but what you end up with is really pretty. Holding fresh-cut flowers or greenery, it would be perfect for any Spring get-together and a natural fit for your Easter table. Click over to Just Something I Made for all the details and whip one up yourself!

Feeling inspired yet?
We are too and maybe that means Spring can't be too far way!

Thanks, Cathe, for inspiring us every time we visit Just Something I Made...you're amazing and we're glad to have found your blog full of goodies.

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Welcome Back, Links We Love!

You may remember the Links We Love series that started last summer. Well, we loved sharing these great finds so much, we're bringing it back for one Friday each month, starting today!

First up is one of our favorite sources of inspiration...

How About Orange!

Jessica Jones is the voice behind this super-creative blog. In her non-blogging hours, she works as a designer and makes really neat fabric and ribbon.

The link we're sharing today is just in time for Valentine's decorating...we LOVE this pretty heart garland!

 

Simply cut hearts from fabric in graduated sizes, spray with fabric stiffener and sew together to make your own sweet hearts. Jess features more complete instructions...so clever!

 

 

 

 

Jess recommends running thread through the back heart to make the garland...we think they'd look pretty strung on ribbon too, using a dab of fabric glue to secure.

 

Well, we have OUR weekend project! Want to make one too? Be sure to come back and share a link. We'd love to see 'em!

While you're at it, add How About Orange to your list of blogs to visit often. Jess always has something cute and clever going on!

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Have a great link you've found - whether a blog or another website?
Send it our way or post it in the comments below.
We'd love to hear what strikes your fancy!

 

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Get Crafty for New Year's Eve!

If you're planning on toasting the new year
a few days from now, these painted glasses
are an easy way to add a touch of creativity
to your get-together!

This crafty idea appears in our cookbook,
Seasons for Sharing...a title that's just
bursting with ideas for celebrating all
year 'round.

Colorful Painted Stemware

Create an instant party atmosphere when you
set the table with these beautiful painted glasses.

newspaper
drinking glasses
star-shaped stickers
wooden craft stick
etching cream
gold or silver paint pens
2 pkgs. craft jewels
super-strength glue

Spread newspaper over work surface. Wash and dry glasses thoroughly; arrange on newspaper. Apply stickers to prevent etching cream from reaching glass and to create a star design. Use craft stick to apply etching cream to glass; let dry 10 minutes then rinse with warm water. Remove stickers and outline star shapes with paint pens. Using a dab of glue, apply jewels inside each star. Glasses should be washed by hand.

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Want an idea that's so easy, even the kids can help?
Check out this tutorial for festive New Year's Eve poppers
shared by Marie at Make & Takes!

Super fun and quick to make too!

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