Gooseberry Patch

Spring cleaning? Get these 8 tips!

The big spring clean Here's everything you need! Winter has been hanging around way too long for our liking, and we're pretty sure you feel the same way. Let's sweep the last remnants of cold weather out the door, clear the cobwebs from the corners and start this season off... Read more →

Make this weekend: DIY Lunch Bags

Lunch never looked better! Packing lunch just got a little more fun. Okay, a lot more fun. Whip up some of these DIY lunch bags and you'll be toting that sandwich and apple in style. Choose some of your favorite prints and follow our simple instructions to make a few... Read more →

Sweet Embroidered Napkins to Make & Give

Personalize your place settings! Why not add a little fun to your family table? Start with some linen napkins, add some simple embroidery, and you'll have a keepsake you can actually use! Today we're sharing the easy patterns and instructions for you to make your own set. Perfect for housewarming... Read more →

7 Ways to Reinvent the Beach Towel

Now's the time of year when bright beach towels can be found almost anywhere you shop...we love their whimsical patterns and happy colors. Even if your linen closet has been freshly restocked, today's slideshow will give you a handful of reasons to treat yourself to a few new ones! This... Read more →

4th of July DIY: Stitched Star Trivet

Ready for some star-spangled stitches? With the 4th of July right around the corner, we can't wait to celebrate our great nation's birthday. Today's project is sure to be the star of your table, and it's so simple, you don't even need a sewing machine. Made from layers of soft... Read more →

8 New Uses for Flea Market Finds

Inspired upcyling projects from some of our favorite bloggers! If you're anything like us, your flea market and garage sale adventures always have you bringing home lots of new treasures...but what will you do with those one-of-a-kind finds? Let today's slideshow inspire your creativity. We're sharing some of our favorite... Read more →

7 ways to throw a backyard party!

Let's go to the bar Kick up your backyard party "Belly up to the bar" takes on a whole new family-friendly meaning when popcorn or ice cream is involved, doesn't it? Today we're sharing some of our favorite takes on this trend for summer parties...the backyard bar! Whether it's burgers,... Read more →

New Contest Starts Today!

We're really loving Pinterest and are just tickled that so many of you have joined us in the fun there...we love sharing inspiration and recipes with you and seeing what's inspiring YOU too! You know how we like to give away goodies, right? Well, we thought it would be fun... Read more →

Let It Snow!

Whether you're decorating for Christmas this weekend or still gathering ideas and will start soon, we know you'll love this easy idea. It's from our Cookbook of the Week, Homemade Christmas! Sparkly Snow Scene 3 assorted-size glass jars with lids 1 yd. 1-inch ribbon scissors hot-glue gun 2 to 4... Read more →

A Savory Treat for Tomorrow!

Here's a recipe from Vickie & Jo Ann that's perfect for using up any yummy leftovers tomorrow... it's so easy and uses turkey, vegetables and stuffing from your holiday meal. Click below to watch the video and keep reading to see how you can VOTE... Right now you can help... Read more →

Frame Your Favorite Buttons!

The more the merrier…especially when it comes to buttons! Add your favorites to this Framed Button Tree, a fun project for everyone from school-age kids to adults. It's from Gooseberry Patch Christmas, Book 13...the newest in the series! Framed Button Tree You’ll need: Steam iron Paper-backed fusible web 12” x... Read more →

Recipes to Make & Give!

This week's Cookbook of the Week, Recipes for Warming Hearts, is filled with delicious dishes that are will not only delight your family but they make great gifts to deliver to a friend who could use a pick-me-up. We all have our go-to recipe that we always drop off with... Read more →

Looking for Kitchen Inspiration?

With thousands of FREE recipes, our Online Recipe Box is a great place to find a new family favorite! Choose a category or a cookbook to search within, or just enter a general search term like "chicken" and your results are delivered in seconds. Every recipe in our Online Recipe... Read more →

Just in Time for the 4th of July!

Want to make something special to celebrate Independence Day next weekend? These special bubble wands are sure to tickle kids (and grown-ups) of all ages! Star-Shaped Bubble Wand An easy make-ahead that will entertain the kids while they’re waiting for the fireworks to begin. You'll find this crafty idea in... Read more →

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... Read more →

Stitch Some Fun this Friday!

Crafting to welcome Spring is way more fun than cleaning, right? We thought so! In today's Let's Get Crafty post, we're sharing a project from our booklet Creative Memory Keeping. You can use up all those fabric scraps too pretty to throw away and it's done in an afternoon...instant gratification!... Read more →

Once-a-Week Cooking Tips...and a Pair of Recipes!

Weekends are a great for batch cooking...here are some tips from our Cookbook of the Week, Ready, Set, Eat! Cook up a big pot of chicken to freeze for later! For juicy, flavorful chicken, cover with water and simmer gently just until tender, then turn off the heat and let... Read more →

Handmade & Heartfelt Gift Ideas

With ten more days until Christmas Eve, we're thinking about handmade gifts. Setting aside some time to make a heartfelt present is a fun way of expressing creativity and can even be therapeutic! We've gathered a few of our favorite gift ideas you can make for the special people on... Read more →

Craft these Sweet Gift Bags!

Looking for a way to add a handmade touch to any gift? These simple felt gift bags are a perfect fit. Make them in your favorite colors and dress them up with any fun trim you happen to have in the craft room...with these basic instructions, the possibilities are endless!... Read more →

A Crafty Idea for the Season!

Say thanks to your Thanksgiving hostess with a set of these stitched coasters...they're a sweet way to treat yourself too! Sweetly Stitched Felt Coaster From our book, Recipes for Saying Thanks...get yours before they're gone! 4  8-1/2"x11" pieces of craft felt in coordinating colors Straight-edge or decorative-edge scissors Craft glue... Read more →