Yay! Let’s go shopping! This page was designed to fulfill my childhood fantasy of writing for the Chinaberry catalog. All items are shipped directly from either Amazon or Cafe Press. Because I don’t have a warehouse. The listed prices reflect Amazon’s pricing as of 1/2012 — they fluctuate, but this is a general idea. 
Books
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An all-inclusive weekly planner with checklists— this book is designed to help get you through all the “have-tos” of your day quickly and efficiently so there is more time for the “want-tos”!
Price: $10.20
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My first slow cooker book shows the versatility of this amazing household appliance. No longer just a glorified pot roast machine (although it does make an amazing roast!) this book shares how to make creme brulee, cheesecake, pumpkin spiced lattes, tamales, and even playdough along with typical slow cooker fare.
Price: $12.99
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Save time AND money by putting your slow cooker to good use! Sticking to a budget is not synonymous with bland and boring. Recipes include: carnitas, honey garlic chicken, cilantro black beans, peperocini beef sandwiches, oreo cheesecake, and caramel apple cider. Like my first cookbook, all recipes are completely gluten free.
Price: $12.52
Slow Cookers and Accessories
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Hamilton Beach Set n’ Forget. I have 3 of these slow cookers, and love the way they cook. There is a locking lid, and the rubber handles allow you to move it from outlet to outlet without needing oven mitts. The rubber gasket ensures all moisture remains in the pot while cooking (lock the clamps!) and the lid creates a tight seal for travel–great for potlucks. Programmable in 30-minute increments, for up to 20 hours.
Price: $49.70
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6.5-quart Crock-Pot eLume. This is my go-to slow cooker. I like the even way this slow cooker heats, and the heavy glass lid. The read-out is digital, and it’s programmable in 30-minute increments up to 20 hours. The warm feature lasts for an additional 12 hours after cooking time has elapsed.
Price: $73.95
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Cuisinart 4-quart (there is also a 3 quart!) Currently, this is the only programmable 4-quart slow cooker on the market. The timer can be set in 30-minute increments, and will stay on warm for up to an additional 12 hours. This pot has the tendency to cook a bit hot—I’d recommend using the “low” setting unless you are home to monitor. I like the cord storage, and the easy-to-set programming, and heavy glass lid.
Price: $73.95
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This 1.5-quart slow cooker is what I use for the 2-quart recipes. You can find slow cookers such as these in convenience stores, or discount retailers. I found mine for $5 during a Black Friday sale at Walmart. I mostly use this sized pot for dips, oatmeal, and fun desserts. This pot comfortably fits 1 large chicken breast, or 2 small thighs with vegetables and sauce–perfect for cooking for one or two people. There is not a programmable version available–the settings are high, low, or defrost (warm).
Price: $16.99
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The Crock-Pot Little Dipper. I love this little guy (it’s a boy). Although the product description states that this has a 1-cup capacity, it’s well-documented that it actually holds 2 cups. I use this pot for dips, fondue, heating canned soup and chili, and even as an air freshener! There isn’t an on/off switch or heat settings for this pot. Once plugged in, it is “on.”
Price: $14.51
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Crock-Pot Trio. This is a fun pot for entertaining. Each pot has the ability to cook independently, with high, low, or warm settings. The crocks are each 2-quarts, and have an indent in the side to let a spoon rest. This is great for serving, but will allow valuable heat and moisture to escape while cooking. To remedy this, fold a wedge of foil and squish it into this indent while cooking. The cord is quite short—you might want to have a tiny extension cord on hand. Great for Fondue Fridays!
Price: $87.99
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Immersible Hand Blender. Other than the slew of slow cookers, this is my second-most-often used kitchen appliance. I love being able to naturally thicken soups or stews by pulsing a few times to blend up the beans or potatoes. This particular model comes in a variety of colors which is neat– because, well, who wouldn’t want a magenta hand blender?
Price: $28.99
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1.5-quart oval corningware dish. This is the oven-safe dish that I insert into my 6-quart slow cooker to create a smaller cooking vessel, or when I use the slow cooker as a bain-marie for making creme brulee or cheesecake.
Price: $22.99
I HEART Slow Cooking Stuff
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Share your love of Slow Cooking with the world! This is a basic, gender-neutral, regular-fitting T-Shirt.
Price: $12.99
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Woman’s V-neck I Heart Slow Cooking Shirt. The shoulders are a bit more narrow, the sleeves are a tiny bit shorter in length, tapered at the waist, and the V-neck is, well, a V-neck. Plus sizes are also available.
Price: $24.00
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It’s a mug. Price: $12.00
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This bodysuit almost makes me want to have more children. It’s also available in blue, white, or light green. Or with long sleeves.
Price: $17.00
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This tongue-in-cheek maternity shirt is also available in light pink. Remind your loved ones that even when you are lounging and relaxing, you’re actually (very) hard at work!
Price: $32.00
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Are you somewhat annoyed by the new popularity of being gluten free? Most people are gluten free out of necessity, not choice. Protest loudly with this fun, cheeky T-shirt. See an alternative design here.
Price: $18.00
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Full length chef’s (slow cookerer’s) apron.
Price: $22.00
