We have a country kitchen. That is to say, no islands, no bar stools , no cute little garages for appliances. We do have the basics: 1914 Acorn seven burner stove with four ovens including warming oven, double sink, coffee pot, refrigerator, six foot table that used to be a fixture in a Giles County Bank, three chairs older than all of us put together, two old vintage rocking chairs, a fifteen year old bench hand crafted by Daddy, gas log fireplace, one dog bed under the table and two dog crates in front of the fireplace. It’s the dog crates that make the kitchen, at least, that’s what Dave and I tell each other; it adds that touch that says “home” -smile-.
My kitchen, probably, isn’t what CSN Stores had in mind when they contacted me and asked if I’d like to host a giveaway but farmers are only about 2% of the US population, and, I’ve gotten sorta used to being in the minority. If you’re not familiar with CSN, visit their website and prepare to be impressed. Seriously, the company started in 2002 with two employees and one on-line shop. As of today, they are one of the top three on-line US retailers of home and office goods and have more than four hundred employees and two hundred on-line stores! They sell what you need, and want, including what I grew up calling them – waffle irons or, as they are now called, waffle makers.
Thanks for visiting Thistle Cove Farm,
Sandra
Jon P says
Amazing work. This is something really helpful.
Seo MS says
Thanks for sharing us. Best Waffle Makers
kanishk says
follow your blog, and will go and blog about over at mine.
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BlessedCP says
I am happily following your blog.
Thank you!
BlessedCP says
I would love to go to the CSN site and purchase this bed set for my daughter's room. http://www.csnstores.com/Berg-Furniture-22-Series-Promo-FX1047.html
Isn't that great!?
And I also love this playhouse, http://www.csnstores.com/Mid-America-Outdoor-MA-0509002-AOU1000.html
Yes, it would be great fun to have a shopping spree at CSN!
I did some of my Christmas shopping with them and was very pleased with the customer service and the items I bought.
BlessedCP says
I happily blogged about your giveaway on my fledgling blog site.
http://mybestestgirl.blogspot.com/2010/03/giveaways.html
BlessedCP says
I found out about your giveaway from Mrs. Prissy Pants.
http://mrsprissypants.blogspot.com/
Thank you for hosting it. 🙂
Amy says
I'm following you on Google Friends
Amy says
pixie13 sent me (http://pixie13-justconteststuff.blogspot.com/)
Amy says
There are So many things at CSN that I'd love to take home! Right now I have my eye on the Cuisinart Supreme Super 600 60-Oz Blender. It would be great for making smoothies. Thanks!
Sue says
http://pixie13-justconteststuff.blogspot.com/ sent me!
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Sue says
I want the Le Creuset Panini Press in cherry! Thank you for the giveaway.
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Stephanie says
http://pixie13-justconteststuff.blogspot.com/ sent me
Stephanie says
I would like to take home a set of new knives, sharp knives would be wonderful around here.
debijackson says
i'm following
debijackson says
I like the 12 cup coffeemaker djackson1958@hotmail.com
The Stylish House says
Hi Sandra,
Loving your blog and I'm your newest follower.
I checked out the csn store and their Fire Magic Echelon E660s Gas Grill with Single Side Burner – E660s-2X it's over $6,000, but I sure could have fun with it!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Cathy
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pixie13 sent me
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Shooting Stars Mag says
I like this:
Gorham Gemstones Iced Beverage Glass (Set of 2)
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Shelly says
I would love the green kitchenaid artisan mixer. Cute color and I've always wanted one.
MelissaStuff says
Following you through Google Follow
MelissaStuff says
Tip Junkie sent me
MelissaStuff says
I would love the Creuset stock pot.
katycouponer says
i heart giveaways sent me!
katycouponer says
I love their cast iron selection! couldn't choose which I wanted most though!
Mrs. Prissy Pants says
I follow you.
Mrs. Prissy Pants says
http://mrsprissypants.blogspot.com/2010/03/here-are-some-things-i-have-entered-to.html Blogged about the givewaway
Mrs. Prissy Pants says
There are tons of things I could use from csn. What I want most is this waffle maker. I just got married in Dec. and we did not recieve the waffle maker we registered for…gee I love waffles!
Merrie L. says
I follow. lockwoodmerrie@yahoo.com
Merrie L. says
I need a KitchenAid Artisan Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer (Red). I've had the mixer handed down to me from my mom — I've been married 20years now. lol I think it's time. lockwoodmerrie@yahoo.com
pixie13 says
I love the AICO Torino Entertainment Center with 50" TV Stand Set in Espresso.
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Alison says
I love the armarkat pet bed….and several other pet beds.
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myflsun says
It's hard to pick a favorite, but I really like the Rose Tree comforter set. So pretty!
karryknisley76 says
Fokxxy sent me over to enter the contest
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karryknisley76 says
I love the High Point Furniture Trados Two-Seat Settee
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J.Anderson says
I am a follower!
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J.Anderson says
I love their bedding! And some of the decor is nice too!
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Naddez says
http://iheartgiveaways.blogspot.com/ sent me.
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Follow blog.
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Naddez says
I'd love the Rachael Ray Hard Anodized Orange 10-Piece Cookware Set.
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Bethany says
I like the American Flyer zebra print 5-pc. luggage set.
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Bethany says
Deb at deborah150 at hotmail.com sent me over!
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The Dreamer says
love the bamboo cutting boards
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Pattie F. says
I love the assortment of lighting. We are currently replacing many of the light fixtures in our home, so I was excited to see the variety that CSN offers. Thanks!
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Anonymous says
I heart giveaways, Anne sent me.
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Anonymous says
I am a new follower.
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Anonymous says
I love the Oakland Living Sunflower Butterfly Bird Bath.
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Deb says
I'm sending over my friend Beth to enter.
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Deb says
I follow
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Deb says
I'd like any of the Rachel Ray Cookware
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Anne says
oh I blogged it (link above)
I follow your blog!
Anne says
http://iheartgiveaways.blogspot.com/2010/03/waffles.html
Anne says
I think this sugarbowl is too cute! http://www.csnstores.com/Euroquest-Imports-729-DU60-EUM1258.html
annemolino at hotmail dot com
The Venturas says
I love the guidecraft drivetime signs. But I think I need a waffle maker more (:
Anne says
I love all the kitchen gadgets and food chopper/processors. But I am a waffle kinda gal and love that waffle maker. I am following you. Thanks to Mrs. Homemaker and thanks to Linda at Prairie Flower Farm who sent me to Mrs. Homemaker.
Jen says
What a wonderful give a way!! Over at CSN I would like any of the wooden cutting boards.
Oh yes I saw this on Mrs. Homemaker's blog aka: Our Bluebell Country.
Sarah says
My husband has been wanting a good waffle maker for a while now! This would be great!
CSN… so. much. to. choose. from. But I'd love to take home the Nexxt Provo Cornershelf in Dark Walnut Veneer. It's beautiful!
Sarah
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Stacey - Elle Belle says
Aside from this lovely waffle iron that my Doug would use to render his adoring fans (myself and our two girls) scrumptius breakfasts, I like the creme brule torch… not because I'll make creme brule any time soon, but because I borrowed one from a friend literally years ago but didn't realize I had forgotten to return it until recently and am now too embarrassed to even bring it up… maybe returning a shiney new torch would help make up for it!
Ashley Bray says
I would love to win the waffle iron, I'm trying to start cooking more and maybe this would at least start with breakfast.
Looked at website and I want the Calphalon Flat bottom Wok.
I'm a follower.
Caroline says
Tip Junkie sent me
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Caroline says
Since my KitchenAid went out yesterday, I'd love a new one 🙂
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mitch1066 says
I'd love the Jaccard Safe Hands Mandolin in Stainless Steel with Ceramic Blades – 200441C.
I used to have a plastic mandalin and would love a high grade one like this.
Tracey says
I would love the Le Creuset Dutch Oven in French White.
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Elliot + Brandy Wilson says
Aside from everything… I'd really like the progressive international onion chopper. I hate them! I cry every time!
–Brandy
fosterbrandy(at)msn(dot)com
Angela says
I have wanted a waffle maker for a long time. Just never remember to put it on my Christmas list. I also am wanting a cast iron skillet like the Emerilware Cast Iron 12" Skillet – EC81121. Thank you for hostessing this.
Holly Days Closet says
To be honest I really want the Chef's Choice International WafflePro Taste/Texture Select Classic Belgian Waffle maker
I love waffles and really need a new one.
Holly
Mama Hen says
Wow, they have so much at the store! I guess if I could just pick anything at no cost I would pick new laminate floors for my kitchen.
Thanks for this great giveaway and Mrs. Homemaker sent me.
clarksrfun at gmail dot com
I signed up to follow you also.
Sandy says
Never been to CSN before. I'd buy a knife set for sure.
Sandy says
Mrs. Homemaker sent me.
Mary says
Thanks for the heads up Sandy, I could really use a waffle maker, Dustin might change his mind about gravy biscuits everyday.
Blessings to you for all you do for us, we appreciate your prayers and wonderful love.
Mary Q and Donald Duck
PS We loved the adoption story and we didn't mind a bit about being blogged about. Thanks to all the wonderful comments on us it makes us feel warm and fuzzy and know we did the right thing!
Amber says
Oh, YUMMMMMMMY! This is a great giveaway!
I'm a follower. And I posted a link and a picture to your giveaway on the sidebar of my blog.
Oh, and Mrs. Homemaker from "Our Bluebell Country" sent me!!
Oh, and I checked out CSN stores. I had never heard of it before! It's a huge website! My favorite departments would be the home decor and housewares departments.
Thanks for the giveaway!
Deborah Ann says
Well, sher! I like waffles! I visited their sight, and mostly loved the waffle maker!
affectioknit says
Oh we love our waffles…
Deb says
I just found your link over at Bluebell Country about this giveaway. Once I arrived I realized that I have been here before…we're up I-81 from you here in the Shenandoah Valley. I visited CSN and checked out the outdoor furniture because we have a new deck. Thanks for the chance to win your waffle iron!
Anita says
oops, forgot..I must scoot over to my little blog and blog you!
Anita says
Ohhh, I'd absolutely love a waffle maker. It just goes with morning sunshine and maple syruple!
I really like the plain little waffler, like this, it looks like the one that lived in my mother's kitchen when I was young.
Chef's Choice International WafflePro Taste /Texture Select Classic Belgian Waffle Design – 8300100
SKU #: CCE1063
The Antiques Divaâ„¢ says
I love your vintage waffle maker – it looks JUST LIKE the one my mom had when I was a kid. It reminds me of "Saturday mornings, waffles, syrup, runny eggs, Smurfs, and Ammerican Band Stand."
naazia says
i would love a waffle maker, or the pizzelle maker was also really great!
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Blue Moon Mama says
What a funny coincidence! Last night my husband bought me an inexpensive little waffle maker. I had never had homemade waffles before and last night at 10 pm I made my very first batch. It was so much fun! I'm new to cooking and I was surprised by how easy it was to make them. Can't wait to start making them on Sunday mornings. Thanks again for your recent visit to my new blog!
James says
I would pick a bike. Mrs. Homemaker from Bluebell Country sent me.
Walking on Sunshine... says
I'd love to win! But more importantly, I love your blog.
Laughing Orca Ranch says
Oooh! A contest. Count me in. A waffle maker is something our family could use, too. We have a very old, er vintage waffle iron, too, but it only makes two waffles. My family has five in our tribe. The kidlets get anxious waiting for their breakfast when that old…er vintage waffle iron takes so long, and everyone wants two waffles to start with. And then they want seconds……..Breakfast takes all morning for me to bake a few waffles. I end up making toast for me because I get tired of waiting to eat after everyone else. hehe!
So count me in, please.
I visited CSN and would love to take the Cuisinart cookware sets home or the Cuisinart pasta maker accessory for the mixer. I've always wanted to try to make my own pasta. My kids could eat pasta all day, just plain with a little butter.
I'm already a follower.
~Lisa
Lindah says
Thank you for telling us about the CSNStore. Somehow, I have missed out on that one. I had a good look around. I must say, the thing I would most like to take home is one of their LG washing machines. Mine is on its last leg, I think. Yah, that is what I would like to open my door to. I don't want much, do I? 🙂
Abigail says
Thanks for doing this great giveaway! I love the Cuisinart Sunflower Dinner Collection over at CSN. so pretty! 🙂
Mrs. Homemaker from Bluebell Country sent me over here!
Susan says
I'm Back…here is the link to my post listing your giveaway:
http://piecesoffatesusan.blogspot.com/2010/03/some-giveaways-to-share.html
and The Item I would buy from CSN would be the rolling country kitchen "expediter cart".
Thanks for this opportunity.
Susan
Susan says
I am already a follower. 🙂
I LOVE waffles! I am off to visit there site and I will link you to my blog.
Susan
BillyJack says
The product I'd most like to take home is the "Camp Chef Browning Denali 4 Burner Cooking Range – QB80" It looks totally awesome to a backyard griller like myself!
FOKXXY says
I also like the Le Creuset 5-Quart Oval French Oven Gift Set in Black Onyx. Would definately love for my kitchen. Thank you.
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suburban prep says
Waffles YUM
I have been looking at flatware lately just because I think that I may need some soon and I like the Dansk Precision Flatware 5 Piece Place Setting.
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Bluebell Country says
I'd love to win this. Honestly I was just telling my husband I wanted to invest in a waffle maker. I had one growing up, and we've never owned one. So how great is it that I came across your giveaway!! YAY!
I follow your blog, and will go and blog about over at mine.
And the CSN store is alot to go through. Since we're building a home,I'll continue to check back with them.
Blessings to you and yours