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Mulberry Pie Episode and Midsummer Scream Meet and Greet Password!


UPDATE! The two contest winners of the passes for this weekend have been selected based on their order in the comments :))

Hello!

I hope you've all been well and enjoy this fun episode! This Saturday and Sunday I will be appearing at Midsummer Scream in Long Beach CA.

As a thank you for being here and supporting this series, I've arranged a special meet and greet for Patrons only after SATURDAY'S panel. It should roughly be from 5:45-6:45 PM in a designated room after the panel.

The Password to enter is "CREATING WITH CHRISTINE" Once you come into the room, I will do my best to talk to everyone! In addition, the Captive and I will take photos with anyone who wants one. If you have a friend or family member with you, they will also be admitted :))

Tickets for this weekend can be found at https://midsummerscream.org and it is a WILDLY fun event if you've never been! Its location is at the Long Beach Convention Center 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802. and just an FYI, I've been told tickets for this Saturday are expected to sell out.

I'm so excited to see whoever is able to make it and to say thank you in person for making all of this possible. I have TWO GOLD BAT passes for the first two patrons to comment with their email address. The two winners will each receive an all access pass to this weekend's event via the email address given.

The July livestream will take place the first week of August once I'm back home. Recipe for todays episode will be published next month for tier 2 and up :))

REALLY exciting new episodes are coming next month and I can't wait to share more!!

-Christine

Mulberry Pie Episode and Midsummer Scream Meet and Greet Password!

Comments

Did the pie recipe get published? It’s almost that time of year…

Mina Murray

So, I grew up with a giant WHITE mulberry tree at my house. It was so big, we could fit a full size swing set under the canopy! As kids, we begged my mum to make a mulberry pie & she never did. This is a childhood dream come true!

Bronwyn Wheldon

But she moved them right away

Catherine Bilbrey

She said above that those were real

Catherine Bilbrey

Christine, your hair is absolutely beautiful! Please drop a hair styling tutorial!

Sarah Rodriguez

love the video! is there a recipe for the pie?

Famke Hagedoorn

Where do I find the pie 🥧 recipe?

Iby Villalobos

Is there a link to the recipe? 🥰🥧 Or at least the crust? I have a hard time with crusts.

Kristen Smith

I'm always nervous about my pie making skills so I made Mulberry pate de fruit instead. I love mulberries but the prep is time consuming so this was a once in a blue moon treat because I'm lazy.

Nikki Woolfolk

😋💯

Mey Morgenstern

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY!! ❤️

Blayke Silva

Looks amazing. Awesome crust. I like pie.

Enrique Rivera

Totally agree!

MiLora Tur

Ive been checking everyday this month for an update. Can’t wait to hear all about her adventures

Ellerie “Sit in Your Tears” Maddox

No worries! She has said before that all of her arrangements are artificial. Good looking out tho 👍🏻

Ellerie “Sit in Your Tears” Maddox

Oh, I love this!!! On an unrelated note, is there any way you could share sometime how you always remain so motivated, energized, and how you are always so well put together? You are probably laughing over this question, but you are such an inspirational person and some of us could really benefit from your tips, inspirations, and your daily routine.

Steven Jenkins

I'm curious as to what happened to the wallpaper and redecorating your home?

Siren Joy

When is the live stream coming? 🥺👉👈

Stine Linnemann

This episode filled me with nostalgia. I spent my childhood picking mulberries from a tree in my dad’s yard.

Gina Williams-Stith

Hiya, thats what I just came on to check. Thought I had missed it. It was meant to be the 1st week of August so guess its any day soon :)

Germaine

This isn't related to the episode, but I'm reaching out to my brother and sister patrons....I have a old photo of my mom and her siblings. The photo is black and white and there's a mark on my uncle's face. I live in a small town and am very reluctant to mail it to someone, but need advice as the best you know. Thank you, everyone.

Sherrie Potgieter

Thanks, I'll try it next time. My concern was that I'd get a fruit filling that was like regular tapioca with fruit in it, but I guess it disappears into the filling, just thickening it.

miz vitko

I love that you took advantage of your mulberry tree. I live in Iowa where mulberry trees abound in fence rows & tree lines where most people don't want them, as they're often considered invasive since birds will bring their seeds into unwanted places! However, I've always found them to be delicious and as a kid would ride my horse up under our mulberry tree and we would both eat them off the branches. Thanks for using them and making this delicious-looking confection! :)

Alexandra Conrad

I also oved the little toad, and overall beauty of the mulberry pie. The mulberries made me remember my brother and I picking (aka... stealing) and eating them still warm from the sun. Neither one of us has ever tasted a mulberry pie, but I'm gonna bet that it's delicious. I'm now on the lookout for a tree....LOL

Highlands Woman

Hello, does anyone know if and when the next livestream is? I have a question I am hoping might be answered in the next livestream. Thanks guys! :D

Andie

Yes I prefer tapioca as a fruit thickener

Porcupine Doily

The little toad was lovely and a much nicer choice than a silk moth or its larva! Also, has anyone ever used instant tapioca as fruit filling thickener?

miz vitko

A word of warning from someone who once had a mulberry tree in their yard. If you have outdoor furniture with light cushions, or a hammock or anything you wouldn't want stained with splotches of purple, you need to watch out at this time of year. Birds loooooove mulberries and the berries turn their poop purple and it can stain.

Hayley Roberts

Omg! That line was ridiculous! But the event was fun!

Chrissy Floyd

Hi Christine! Please be careful with Lillies and cats if those are real flowers! They are EXTREMELY poisonous to cats and can send them into liver failure super quickly!

Jared A

Mulberries are super yummy, but you really should have soaked them in ice water to make sure there were no silkworm larva in them. Not harmful just kinda gross. The pie looks amazing!

Alexandria Zahirniak

I love this episode, I can feel a pie baking phase coming on :) I love it when you do these episodes on easier projects (always with your characteristic artistry and extra-ness of course!) Jealous of everyone who'll get to see you at the meet and greet!

Jess Acton

😢

Nel

so many sad to see the booth empty 😩

Nel

Thank you! Looks like a beautiful and delicious success! I learned alot and will definitely see what berries are available! Xo J.

Joanne Zaborowski

We have mulberry trees everywhere here, but the birds get to the fruit first😩 The pie looks AMAZING 🤤 Have fun at Midsummer Scream everyone 🤗

Liana Palumbo

Came here to say this after finally watching the episode. Thankful for Erika's reminder about the fake plants lol

Jennifer Crumley

I love your lace apron, Christine!

Lauren Gamel McNeely

The line to get into the Midsummer Scream event.

Judy Campanella

What a fun event! I was so nervous to meet you Christine but I was thrilled to get to meet one of my heroes ✨ and to give one of my antique photos a new home to watch over 🖤 the Captive was also wonderful 🖤

Scotty

I heard 101 A

Jana McDowell

Thank you!

Nuka-Lola

Thank you!

Mostly Monsters

Classroom A

Katie

Anyone find it yet?

Nuka-Lola

101A!!

Doreena Clark

I was wondering the same

Elijah Angulo

I agree! Where is the meet and greet?

Whitney Haddad

Are they going to say what room?

Mostly Monsters

Holy cats! The line for Christine’s panel is already SO long! Awesome! 💜

Doreena Clark

Where is the line at?

Nuka-Lola

I’m here in line, waiting to get in and I’m soooooo go excited to meet you later today. You are worth waiting in this crazy line!!!! 🎃

Judy Campanella

Loved this! I vote vegan dog treats for the next baked thing.

Haley

Just popping in to wish you a Happy Birthday. Hope your day is full of love, joy and macabre delights. ❤️🥂🖤

The Homesick Brit

🦇🍰🥂Happy🎂Birthday🥂🍰🦇

Katherine

I just made a blueberry pie this week and we have the same pie dish!

Keely

Sad that I'll miss finally meeting you, but I'm sure you'll have a fantastic time without me ;) Also, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Christina Rodriguez

🕷🦇🕸🎂Happy Birthday Christine!!🎂🕸🦇🕷 It's my birthday too! I wish I was celebrating it at Midsummer Scream with all of you.

Yvonne

Happy Birthday🎉🎉

Patricia Dunn

I'm going Sunday! 😪 It will be great to see you nonetheless 😊

NICOLE CAPPS

Hope to one day attend one of these conventions, but alas, bit short notice to visit from Australia. Have fun!

Brae Clarke

🖤🖤🖤

Amanda Williams

Who is housesitting while you’re away?

Allison Pagano-Speers

I used to love wandering around Brooklyn foraging mulberries - unfortunately the ones around here seem to not have a whole lot of flavor, or texture. They're find for out of hand snacking, but never had much look cooking with them.

Izile

Wow, beautiful pie! Love the extra detail with the frog and lilies. You’re so talented and inspirational. 🖤

Carla Perea Seminaro

brilliant

Sonja Corterier

Can't wait hopefully to see u Saturday 💓

Lilly

But hope to see you Saturday Christine.

Lilly

Have a great time, Christine!

Jeni Craftsma

For the meet & greet after the panel, if we’re not able to get into the panel, will we still have access to the meet & greet?

Chrissy Floyd

Loved the P.S.A. announcement, very important topic indeed.

Ace&Otis

Thank you SO much!!! =D

Doreena Clark

I'm pretty sure she's said before all the flowers/plants in her home are artificial -- but good thing to know for everyone :)

Erika Craven

THE PINK LILIES IN THAT FLOWER ARRANGEMENT ARE DEADLY TO CATS! ALL LILIES ARE DEADLY TO CATS. Please!!! Google for yourself and do not let lilies in to your home!

Eris

About picking Mulberries (as opposed to the shake method)- You want to pick them when they are fully black. if there is any red or white then they will be tart. Fully black they're nice and sweet. They're also really juicy and soft so when you pick them you very gently roll them with the pads of your fingers, soft fleshy part only. If they're properly ripe the soft rolling motion will twist them and pop them right off the branch. If they don't pop off they're not fully ripe, move on. DO NOT SQUEEZE. When ripe they are so soft they will burst in your fingers, the juices will run down your arm, and they stain anything they touch. Your skin, your clothes- and it's color fast to boot!

Lady Barronmore

I grew up eating mulberries from a tree near my house and I live in so-cal. Also I can't wait for the meet and greet!

Alexandra Bunch

I used to have that same exact flour sifter. :)

Pennie Yorke

I loved your little Frog and the Water Lily Leaves!

Carol Jollymore

Love all the baking episodes from you!

Rochelle

I really enjoyed this episode. I love when you throw a baking video into the mix. I'm a huge fan of cooking and baking. I don't know why, but I find it oddly relaxing. All that chopping and stirring and measuring and mixing is very calming on a busy mind. It's great to get new ideas. :)

Tadgh Kirby

It looked fabulous and I'm sure it was mouth watering wonderful tasting! Too bad we can't taste it from here! Lol

Anna Radaelli

The perfect pie.

Wanda Jones

I love your baking videos! I would love to see one for decorating cookies. I just got a copy of your baking book, and I am enjoying every page!

Heart W

Love the braided crust! Will definitely try that when I make the raspberry and blackberry version.

Diane McCarty

I loved the frog decoration; it was so pretty. I hope you and your mom had a great vacation!

Katherine

I lost my beloved Mr Crowley to lilies. One tiny dust of pollen is all it takes.

Angela Pearson

Absolutely lovely pie crust you are an artist

Michael Simpson

Where is this mulberry tree you foraged from?! Your yard?? So amazing! :P I love fresh baked pies with foraged fruit! So magical and creates an enchanting table when displayed! <3 *sigh*

Colleen Diane Sakane

Enchanting! A gorgeous episode and thanks for the extra tips.

Shayla

I wish you would do more Halloween/dark stuff. This is just a cooking show with creepy music and back around. Still love what you do🖤🐈‍⬛

Kat Remigio

Wow! I’m so impressed by your pie. Thank you for the great tips. Definitely going to give your pie crust a try.

Suzan Shepard

I love this episode so much. My Grandmother had a mulberry tree and it’s one of my favorite memories eating mulberries (which don’t have seeds like a blackberry). And my finders would turn magenta from the juice, I realize now that color of vivid pink was also my Grandmother’s signature lipstick color. Gorgeous 💜

Amira Liese

Oh my gosh, I’m so glad I opened my Patreon app today and read this. I couldn’t sign up for the convention fast enough!!!!! I’m SO EXCITED to meet you, Christine!!!!!!! 😱💕💕

Jillian Melgosa

I've been baking pies for 20 years, but you taught me some new tricks! Even though red mulberry is native to Indiana (and to pretty much the entire eastern half of the U.S.), they grow so fast and in such profusion that we mostly treat them weed trees. But they are terrific for feeding wildlife and as a sacrifice crop to save your other fruit trees.

Amy Mullen

I wish I could be there! Everyone have fun and give Christine and the Captive a hug for me (if they are huggers)!!

Racheal Jones

I am so happy I will finally get to meet you and the Captive. I will be there Friday and Saturday. So excited 😁. I can't wait to see all things spooky.

Mononoke Adams

I was thinking the same thing when there was a cutaway to Professor Poof and the vase of real flowers after I spied the lilies. I just kept thinking "Eek!". Hopefully, it was another near miss for the Poof.

Kaira

I am so bummed I missed this opportunity! I will have to meet and greet next year w/ my daughter Autumn 🖤🦇🍂🤰

Marina salinas

We're going to Midsummer on Sunday, so bummed I'll miss the panel but still excited to see you there!

B

Your mulberry tree may be an artifact of the attempt to create an American silk industry… it was a common “get rich quick” scheme. The worms eat only mulberry leaves. Your pie looked amazing! I usually use minute tapioca to thicken fruit pies. It makes a lovely clear filling and never tastes starchy.

Susanfuzz

Watching your Kitty play with the flowers gave me anxiety. For all of you who don't know, the entire Lily plant is toxic, even the water it is in. Eating or licking just a small amount of the pollen can cause your fur baby to develop fatal kidney failure in less than 3 days.

Nelia Torres

My first cut of a pie never looks that good! 🤭 looking forward to meeting you 💜

Jennifer Faria

Another vegan recipe! Thank you!!!

Liz Mednick

Oh my gosh, that pie looks exquisite! I wish I could taste it.

Jane Good

The pause whilst you ate the pie actually had me worried for a second…then you said omg! I burst out laughing. I’m definitely gonna try this recipe, I’ve never put corn starch or maple syrup into the fruit before…top tip! Can’t wait to try it. The pie looked delicious! 😍

Caroline Draper

I love Mulberries, my great grandma had a mulberry tree in her backyard. Growing up every summer my grandma would make it into a thing where she’d take us to the backyard and we all would pick the ripe berries.

Cassandra

Hello Christine, I was wondering if you would be signing things we already own or is it just what you’ll have with you? I have a holiday print that’s not signed like my others were. Just wondering if I should bring it & how much are you charging for autographs

Lacie Fazio

I’ll miss out on the meet & greet since I’m going Sunday, but I can’t wait to see you then. ☺️

Lacie Fazio

I picked up a bat pass a few months ago specifically because I'm excited for the opportunity to see you in person. The fact you're offering your patrons the additional option for a meet and greet is beyond amazing! You inspire so many of my creative projects and I'm thankful you're here sharing your talent with us and the rest of the world! Thank you ma'am!

Roxanne Araña

How did you keep your hands from warming up the dough while you weaved it?

Sarah

Bmelkanick@gmail.com Mid Summer is such a great event! So excited to see you there!

B

What a wonderful beautiful pie!! We actually do grow mulberry trees in So Cal. I have one in my yard! The only trouble is, they're so delicious they never make it into the house for baking. I stand under the tree and eat them right then and there! I wish I could make the meet and greet, but it will be wonderful to meet you on Sunday! I'l be there with a few other witches. :-)

Judy

Mulberries are delicious. My grandparents had a tree growing up that I loved - can't wait to try this recipe. Looking forward to seeing/meeting you at MSS this weekend!

Tina Warwick

I love all your creative projects, but I am particularly fond of your baking videos. 🖤 Side note: My child just ask me "Is this a video of a witch making a pie?" I just said "Sort of!" ✨️🧹🥧

Jenny Rose

Can you shoot some video at the event for those of us who can't attend? We'd love to see some of your meet and greet and talk. :)

Megg Sohn

Can't wait! hope I get time to come by and say hello. I'm meant to be leaving for palm springs after my husbands film screens.

Blondiewood

Oh my goodness Christine, please tell me that you only hand picked enough for B-Roll & shook/tapped the rest onto cloth (similar to harvesting olives). Mulberries have always played a large role in Appalachian food ways. I love making jam, jelly & juice if I manage to get to the berries before the birds ;) but I am definitely going to recreate your recipe because that filling looks incredible! Wish I lived close to CA but hope you, Grant & any Patrons have a wonderful time this weekend!! 💜🙏🏻

Rebecca Ude

Dang if only I didn't have plans this weekend already!

Lady Toxie

Woo!! This is so exciting, thank you Christine! ❤️🥳

Cindy Kessler

OF COURSE Doreena!! I would love to sign it :D

Christine McConnell

They were real, but I put them out of reach the moment after I shot this! I knew a few people would spot that 😉

Christine McConnell

Hello Cindy!! That’s no problem at all!! I’m so excited to meet you all ♥️🎉☠️

Christine McConnell

I'm kind of cringing to ask this but... the husbo and I are going to have our 1 yr old in tow. Is that a no-go for the meet & greet? He's well behaved, but we understand if that's a deal breaker.

Cindy Kessler

Wonderful episode, the pie looks delicious. I wish I could attend the Midsummer Scream weekend. Enjoy your trip 😺

Kris

Have fun at the event everybody! 🦇

Alyse Kiyuna

Midsummer Scream is almost here!!! Can't wait to meet you and all the Patreons!! See you there ladies!🦇🖤💜

Danielle Gutierrez

This is awesome..holy crumbs. For those that are going, have fun! Excited for the next stream and hopefully you'll be at Midsummer next year and do another meet and greet. Or a meet in great in Salem next year on Friday the 13th (10.13.23) would be cool too ;)

Angie Loyd

Great episode. When is the séance video coming? How was your trip?

Sabrina C Broadaway

I'm so sad I won't be able to make it! 😩 I do have 2 Midsummer Scream weekend passes (digital), if any SoCal Patreon people would like them 🦇

Kimberly June

The realism, Christine! The toad was a great touch.

Anne Uzelac

I will be at Midsummer Scream on Saturday with my family and look forward to meeting you and the captive. Safe travels!

Yvette Gray

I loved your Apple Pie, always inspired by your desserts but this Mulberry pie is spectacular! Thank you for the dome of aluminum foil technique. I am now in search of Mulberries 💗

Deborah Wiltshire Whaley

The pie looks delicious! Also wish we could be at Midsummer Scream!

Ken Gerleve

Sadly I won’t be in California this weekend ~ sigh. Have a spectacular time

Deborah Wiltshire Whaley

Hi, I think I'm one if your newest Patrons. But a fan for a long time! Love being apart of your unique and fun commuinity. I really wish I could be there for your event! MEETING YOU WOULD BE FIRE!! I will be on my honeymoon during that time. You girl are my spirit animal... just sayin' lol. The pie looked fabulous!! Hope you get to post alot from Cali. Look forward to the live stream!

Carie C

I’m extremely excited 🤩 BUT crazy nervous when it comes to meet and greets 😵‍💫 #StutteringStanley

Bryan Yu

Just checking, are those tiger lilies fake? Lilies are really dangerous for cats.

Miss Maz

Can’t wait to watch! I miss my Mulberry tree.

Cariushka

I wish I could be there! Hopefully you’ll post some pictures! The pie looks delicious btw! 🖤🖤

Brenda Fairbanks

Wow! We had a Mulberry tree growing up, but I think the birds enjoyed it more than we did. If only I had known!! Thank you for sharing this amazing pie! So lovely and it looks yummy!! I really appreciate the baking tips, having had more than a few disappointing disasters. Can't wait to impress my guests with a fruit pie for the next dinner party. Thank you Christine (plus captive)!!

Suzanne Robinson

I cannot wait for this event!

Kate Rigney

Just what I needed a video from you always brings me such joy. Wish I could meet you and fellow like minded spooky hearts x

Hannah

Thank you so much for the meet & greet, Christine!!! I am so excited! Is it ok if I bring my copy of Deceptive Desserts for you to sign? 😬♥️

Doreena Clark

Midsummer is definitely worth attending! I hope we get a chance to meet.

Mabel Hanken

So sad I had to miss this!!!! 😢 have fun everyone ! We are attending through you !!!

Dora Chaney

Celtickat3@gmail.com

Kathleen palmer

I am so excited holy moly!! I've been waiting for Midsummer for 2 years and now I also get to meet an idol??? ❤

Nuka-Lola

That looks fun! I wish we could do this in ABQ!

Jennifer Kindred

I wish I could be there but I’m here in the UK 🇬🇧 have a fantastic time everyone 🖤

Victoria Gates

Yay I can’t wait to meet you I already purchased a gold bat pass but a patreon meet and greet yesss.

Jarah Cohens

Congratulations!! I will give the event your email and they will reach out soon! :D

Christine McConnell

Congratulations!! I will give the event your email and they will reach out soon! :D

Christine McConnell

senfmcginnsherry@gmail.com

Sherry McGinn

I so wish I could be there. Good luck to everyone who's going 🖤🖤 xx

Liana Palumbo

Oh my gosh this makes the trip even more exciting! Can't wait to meet you & the Captive!

Penny

I wish I was able to attend! But I hope you have the best time! 🖤☠️

Kaitlyn Von Hausen

scarecrowwoman@gmail.com!!

Josephine Doyle

Wish I could be there. Enjoy lovelies

HannaBird

Incredible! Alexcazares462@gmail.com

Expedia the Forbbiden One

Yay can’t wait! ashleyelizabethbayer@gmail.com

Ashley Bayer

WooHoo! I can’t wait to watch it! I hope you had a great vacation… did you go yet???…. LOL I just read your whole message and it looks like you didn’t go yet. I hope you have a great, safe trip! :)

Kelly (Nellas)


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