Simple Farmhouse Life
243 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 1.7K ratingsWith over ten years experience making a home, author and mom of eight, Lisa Bass, shares her love for from scratch cooking, natural living and all things handmade. As a full-time blogger and homeschooler, Lisa also mixes in a little mom life and business tips.
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180. Getting Started with Food Preservation: Freezer Meals, Grocery Sourcing, Stocking the Pantry | Becky Jones of Acre Homestead
April 13, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBIn the homesteading world, we place a lot of emphasis on sourcing food well and producing it at home when possible. With all of the hard work we put into obtaining high quality food, we have to have a plan for what to do with it! In today’s conversation, Becky shares about her process of preserving food using various methods: freezing, freeze drying, canning, etc. She also shares some practical tips about planning for and executing a successful freezer meal preparation day. We cover plen...
179. Pursuing Minimalism and Conscious Consumerism in a Materialistic World | Stephanie Seferian of The Sustainable Minimalists Podcast
April 06, 2023 09:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBMany of us strive to live a more minimal lifestyle in order to simplify our homes and lower our stress, but minimalism can also be good for the world around us! In this conversation, Stephanie and I discuss what it looks like to become more conscious consumers as we continually minimize our homes. If you are on a minimalism journey of any kind, this episode will inspire you to contribute to a more sustainable world through minimalist practices. In this episode, we cover: What it means to...
178. Getting Started with Sewing | Linda Prenzlow of The Sewing Garden
March 30, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBIf you have a desire to begin sewing or improve your skills, you will love this conversation with Linda. Not only has she been sewing almost her whole life, but she also owns a sewing business and teaches people all over the world to sew via her blog. We dive into the practicals of how to get started sewing, but also chat about why sewing is such a valuable skill to have, even in our modern world. Linda answers some of the most popular questions from beginning sewists like what projects t...
177. Growing a Bountiful Garden on a Budget | Carrie Wilson of The Little Pallet Farmhouse
March 23, 2023 12:49 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MBMany people discount themselves from growing a successful garden because they think they don’t have the time, space, money, or skill. Carrie of The Little Pallet Farmhouse is here to break down all of our preconceived notions about gardening being unattainable due to these barriers. The truth is that gardening can be simple, inexpensive, and successful, even for a beginner. As many are gearing up for the upcoming spring/summer season, come chat all things gardening with us! In this episo...
176. Educating Our Kids About Real Food | Liz Haselmayer of Homegrown Education
March 16, 2023 12:03 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBThe task of educating our children about real food has never been more important than it is now, but it can feel like swimming upstream in a culture saturated with highly processed and denatured foods. Thankfully, we have access to more information and resources than ever before to educate ourselves and our children on this foundational topic. My conversation with Liz of Homegrown Education dove into the nutritional philosophies of our homes as well as practical ways to incorporate more re...
175. Answering Your Homebirth Questions | Katelyn Fusco of Happy Homebirth Podcast
March 09, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBBased on the questions I received on Instagram, you all are just as excited about this homebirth episode with Katelyn as I am! No matter where you are on the spectrum of homebirth—curious about it, preparing for your first or second homebirth, or a veteran homebirth mama—this episode addresses all of it. We speak to the mom who is wondering if homebirth is possible for her, the mom preparing her body and mind for an upcoming birth, the mom trying to find the right care provider, the mom de...
174. A Homeschool Mom’s Mindset | Angela Braniff of This Gathered Nest
March 02, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBHomeschooling goes far beyond choosing curriculum and planning field trips. It is equally as important to establish a firm grasp on why we are homeschooling and what our homeschool philosophy is. I so enjoyed this conversation with Angela where we had a chance to get honest about the ups and downs of our homeschooling journeys. We chatted about important mindset shifts we have had to embrace along the way and old paradigms we are moving away from. Are you considering homeschooling but yo...
173. Chatting Motherhood, Homeschool, Minimalism, Pregnancy, Business (and More!) with Sarah Therése
February 23, 2023 20:31 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBSarah Therése and I are a decade apart in our motherhood journeys, and our different perspectives and experiences made this conversation so interesting. We tackled a variety of topics based on questions we received from you on Instagram, everything from minimalism to pregnancy to homeschooling to business. Throughout our many topics of conversation, one overarching theme kept resurfacing: as women and mothers, we have the power to make changes in our homes and families when something is no...
172. Homeschooling with the Seasons, Finding Your People, and More FAQs with Lyndsey Mimnagh of Treehouse Schoolhouse
February 16, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBI have begun talking more about homeschooling on the podcast lately, and it is a topic that you all seem to really enjoy and ask a lot of questions about. In this podcast, I am chatting with Lyndsey of Treehouse Schoolhouse about homeschool methods and philosophy, and we are also answering your questions! If you’ve ever wondered about schooling with the seasons, socializing your kids, and managing it all with multiple children, this discussion is for you! In this episode, we cover: What ...
171. Finding Contentment in Your Home Decor & Homemaking | Kali Ramey Martin
February 09, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBThere is no such thing as a perfect home. Even when we finally get all the projects checked off of our list, new things are constantly popping up! In my conversation with Kali, we chat about fighting for contentment in our homes no matter what they look like. Kali also shares some practical tips for making small changes in your home decor even when you don’t have the time or money for a big renovation. And we also touch finding a style you truly love even amidst the noise of decor trends...
170. The Meaning of Homemaking: A Beautiful & Creative Pursuit | Rebekah Merkle
January 31, 2023 19:30 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBOur current culture has come to think of homemaking as boring or unimportant. The role of women in the home is largely undervalued. Bekah Merkle is on a mission to change that by helping women to own the beauty, creativity, and innovation within their role as homemakers. In our conversation, Bekah takes us through the history of how feminism has impacted the woman’s role and how we can begin to reclaim the importance of this high calling. Whether you are a new homemaker or have been maki...
169. You Can Grow Thriving Houseplants! | Maria Failla of Growing Joy Podcast
January 26, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBIn the middle of winter when the Christmas greenery has been taken down but it’s not yet time for spring planting, I find myself craving the color and life found in houseplants. This is a perfect time of year to dive into what it takes to create a home full of thriving houseplants, and there’s no one better to discuss this with than Maria of Growing Joy Podcast, a self-proclaimed Plant Lady. If you consider yourself a plant killer, you are in good company because both Maria and I have had ...
168. Essential Tools for Building a Homestead | Christina of Thermaland Oaks | Debt-Free Homesteading
January 19, 2023 19:24 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBI frequently hear from listeners who want to start homesteading, but it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Especially if you are building a homestead from scratch on raw land, and there are a variety of tools and skills you will need to acquire along the way. Christina of Thermaland Oaks is very familiar with this whole process as she and her husband have built their entire home and homestead with their own hands. Join us for this conversation as we dive into what tools are essen...
167. Prepare for Garden Season: Select Seeds, Learn Your Climate, Cultivate Healthy Soil | Bailey Van Tassel
January 12, 2023 10:05 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBIf you are a gardener (or hopeful gardener) who is eagerly browsing seed catalogs and mapping out garden plots in anticipation of the upcoming growing season, this episode is for you! Bailey is a wealth of knowledge on backyard gardening, and our conversation was full of practical tips, especially for the suburban gardener. Bailey tends ten raised beds on her California neighborhood lot, and she helps gardeners in every zone plan, start, and cultivate their gardens no matter their level of...
166. A Heritage Sourdough Method + Answering Your Questions | Anja of Our Gabled Home
January 05, 2023 10:05 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBIf you have been around this community for long, sourdough is not a new topic to you; however, I would be willing to bet that you will hear some ideas and methods in this episode that you have never heard before! Anja grew up in Germany and learned everything she knows about sourdough from watching her mother bake as a constant part of their family’s routine. In my chat with Anja, we walked through some of the most common questions we receive from sourdough bakers, everything from starter ...
165. Why We Love Homeschooling + Addressing Common Fears | Leigh Nguyen of Little By Little Homeschool
December 29, 2022 10:00 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBIf you are currently homeschooling or have ever considered homeschooling, this episode will be such an encouragement to you! As a homeschool mom who has graduated two children, Leigh lends her homeschool coaching voice to this fascinating conversation about homeschooling as a lifestyle. Make sure you stick around until the end of the episode to hear us address some of the most common fears we hear about homeschooling. While it’s not always the easiest choice, homeschooling offers so many ...
164. Entrepreneurship & Motherhood: Building a Successful Business and Involving Your Kids | Natasha McCrary of 1818 Farms
December 22, 2022 10:05 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBDo you have a dream of starting your own business? Or are you currently running a business? Are you looking for ways to involve your kids so they can learn valuable life skills and be part of the team? This episode is for you! Natasha has always been an entrepreneur at heart, but she has spent the last decade building a wildly successful farm business with her family. 1818 Farms provides handmade bath and body products, fresh flowers, events, workshops, and more. In our conversation, we...
163. Declutter + Organize: Identify Personalities, Shift Mindsets, and Build Habits | Shannon Acheson of Home Made Lovely
December 15, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBMany people begin thinking about decluttering and organization in January, but it’s such a good idea to begin simplifying your home leading up to Christmas. Creating a more peaceful home environment can help you and your family enjoy this busy season more, and it helps prepare your home for an influx of new clutter after Christmas! Shannon of Home Made Lovely joins me in this episode to talk about her new book, The Clutter Fix. We all know that clutter doesn’t make us feel good, but so ma...
162. Cozy Christmas Episode: Handmade Gifts, Family Traditions, Savoring the Season | Nicole of Frontier Dreams
December 08, 2022 13:48 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBIf you are craving that cozy, sacred feeling that comes along with the Christmas season, you will definitely want to join Nicole and me for this conversation about all things cozy Christmas. On her Instagram, Nicole shares so beautifully about the creativity and joy of living a simple, homemade life. In this conversation, we chat all about making the most out of these colder months and the winter holidays– what we do on long evenings at home, how we celebrate Christmas with our families, w...
161. Decluttering Before the Holidays + How to Have a Minimalist Christmas | Dawn of The Minimal Mom
December 01, 2022 10:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBThe joy of giving and receiving gifts is such a beautiful part of Christmas, but this time of year can quickly leave our homes overflowing with clutter. Dawn of The Minimal Mom joined me earlier this year on the podcast to chat about decluttering and minimalism, and you all loved our conversation, so I knew this topic would be a perfect opportunity for Dawn to join me on the podcast again! We chat about making Christmas fun and exciting for our families without getting caught up in the acc...
160. Overcoming Fear in Motherhood | Jennifer Pepito of The Peaceful Press
November 23, 2022 14:07 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBNearly every mother experiences fear throughout her parenting journey. As Jennifer and I discuss in this episode, there are often new fears that emerge at every stage of parenthood. We may fear failing our kids or fear for their safety, but the reality is that fear creates a suffocating environment in our homes. As a long-time homeschooling mother of seven, Jennifer shares her journey of recognizing the impact of fear on her family and how she used the power of story to overcome it. This...
159. Simple, Affordable, and Cozy Christmas Decor | Emily of Handmade Farmhouse
November 17, 2022 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBI love talking about home decor on my podcast every now and then because I think it is such a beautiful part of being a homemaker. As the Christmas season quickly approaches, I am excited to bring you this conversation all about cultivating elegance and beauty in your home for Christmas without spending a fortune. Emily of Handmade Farmhouse has a way of adding beautiful touches to everything she does, so I knew she would lend the perfect inspiration to this conversation. This episode is ...
158. Breaking Down Homestead Goals: How to Move Past Overwhelm and Take Action | Danielle of Jones Roots
November 10, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBNo matter what stage of homesteading you are in, the list of tasks to complete and projects to tackle is seemingly endless. The eagerness to get it all done and see your dreams come to life can easily leave you feeling overwhelmed. Danielle found herself with bigger dreams than she had time and money for, so she created the Run Back to Your Roots 365 challenge to help herself master those skills one by one. Before long, she had thousands of people joining her in each month’s homestead cha...
157. What is the Pro-Metabolic Approach? Pursuing Health Through Nourishing Foods and Metabolic Support | Fallon Lee & Kori Meloy
November 03, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 80.5 MBThe pro-metabolic approach to wellness has been gaining popularity lately, but it is rooted in ancient ways of eating and supporting the body. The more I have learned about it, the more I have realized that I have actually been following many of the pro-metabolic principles for a long time. This way of life goes hand in hand with the from-scratch homestead kitchen. Though I have already been implementing many metabolically supportive practices in my life, I still learned so much from this...
156. Why You Should Consider Buying an Old House | Paige Sander of Farmhouse Vernacular
October 27, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBNew homes come with many modern conveniences, but there is a depth of character in old homes that is hard to replicate in new construction. It is no secret that I have a love for older homes, so I’m excited to bring my friend Paige back on the podcast to chat with me all about why we both choose to live in old homes. Not only do we talk about why we love them, we dive into how you can approach your own purchase and renovation. Even if buying an old home is not on your radar, stay tuned un...
155. Build a Homestead That Pays for Itself (and Pays You Too!) | Leah Lynch | Profitable Backyard Farming
October 20, 2022 09:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBOne of the major reasons people start homesteading is because they want to produce high quality food without spending a fortune. However, if you are not careful, you can simply replace your grocery store bill for a feed store bill. In today’s episode, Leah and I discuss what it looks like to create a homestead that not only pays for itself but also puts money back in your pocket. Maybe you have a dream of starting a homestead but are unsure about the investment— this episode is full of id...
154. Nurturing Our Children’s Hearts Through Lifegiving Words | Sally Clarkson
October 13, 2022 09:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MBIn our increasingly digital age, it is more important than ever to make sure we are using our words to affirm and guide our children. In a world that tries to tell them who they are and what is important, it is our job as parents to encourage them toward virtue and faith. I am so pleased to bring you this conversation with Sally Clarkson. Through book writing, podcasting, and speaking, Sally uses her words to mentor a generation of young moms who want to give their children a life full of...
153. Switching to Ancient Grains + Milling at Home: How to Increase Nutrients in Your Baking | Laura Tuttle
October 06, 2022 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBI have been using ancient grains in my kitchen for many years now, but there is a learning curve when you are making the switch from modern white flours to heartier ancient grains like einkorn, kamut, spelt, and more. Laura of @lauralivesthegoodlife is such a wealth of knowledge when it comes to baking sourdough bread, using different types of flours, and milling your own grains. If you have questions about the differences between these flours and how to use them, this is the episode for y...
152. All Things Eggs: Sourcing, Cooking, and Enjoying Eggs Every Day | Lisa Steele of Fresh Eggs Daily
September 29, 2022 08:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBI wasn’t sure if we could talk about eggs for an entire podcast episode, but I was wrong! From producing eggs in your own backyard to the many ways you can include them in your diet, there is plenty to discuss about this amazing superfood. Lisa Steele is an expert backyard chicken keeper and has just released a cookbook all about using eggs in your kitchen, so I knew she’d be the perfect guest for this conversation. You might be surprised at the many directions our conversation takes! Wh...
151. Answering Baby Questions: Babywearing, Baby Sleep, Baby Food | Ariel Tyson
September 22, 2022 08:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBAs a mother of seven, I get so many questions about all the baby things: feeding, sleeping, babywearing, bonding, navigating transitions, and more. I am so excited to bring fellow mother of seven, Ariel Tyson, on the podcast to chat about the baby days. We both share a love for the early newborn days, and we dive into how we approach the newborn stage in a way that allows us to enjoy it. We also talk beyond the newborn stage and address some of the transitions that come as babies get olde...
150. The Whole and Healthy Family: Helping Your Kids Thrive in Mind, Body, and Spirit | Jodi Mockabee
September 15, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBWhile there are many things that make us different as mothers, there is one thing we all have in common: we want to see our children thrive. Homeschooling mother of five, Jodi Mockabee, joins me today for a conversation about her new book, The Whole and Healthy Family, where she walks through how we can support our kids’ well-being in mind, body, and spirit. We covered so much ground in this conversation—from parenting babies all the way up to older teens—that moms in all stages will benef...
149. Back to School for Our Homeschooling Family of Nine: Curriculum, Scheduling, Meal Planning
September 08, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBIt’s back to school season, so I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to share with you what our family’s strategy is for homeschooling this year. I get asked a lot of questions about homeschooling, but it’s not a topic I have really addressed thoroughly on my podcast. Each family and child has such unique needs and circumstances, so each family’s setup will look different, but I’m hoping that by sharing what is working for our family right now, it may inspire some of you as you pla...
148. Small Homestead Living: Raising and Sourcing Quality Animal Foods | Amy Sliffe of Blue Whistler Farm
September 01, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBWhat began as a conversation about options for sourcing quality meat turned into a fascinating discussion on all that you can accomplish on a small homestead. Amy homesteads less than five acres, and she is full of creative ideas for making the most of a small space. For those who are interested in raising their own meat, we dive into what that looks like on a small scale. For those who want to source high-quality meat without raising it themselves, we also share our best tips for that. ...
147. Vintage Shopping and Decorating | Deb Foglia of Seeking Lavender Lane
August 25, 2022 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBOne of my favorite parts of homemaking is curating beautiful decor in my home. It’s no secret that I love coming across a great vintage find at an antique shop or on Facebook Marketplace. I’m so glad to have Deb of Seeking Lavender Lane joining me on the podcast again to talk all about how you can curate an elegant, vintage look in your own home without making it feel cluttered or junky. For those who aren’t sure if decorating with vintage pieces is right for them, we chat about defining ...
146. Misconceptions About Homesteading | Ash Turner of Turner Farm
August 18, 2022 08:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBWith the growing popularity of homesteading on Instagram, it’s easy to look at this lifestyle through a romanticized filter. No one would say that the homesteading life is 100% glamorous, but it’s hard to fully grasp the weight of the difficult moments until you are in them. Ash of Turner Farm wrote a beautiful article for Homestead Mamas on this very topic, so I’m excited to bring her on the podcast to dive deeper into this conversation. Ash shares about the ups and downs of starting and...
145. Health Priorities and Compromises + Herbalism for Beginners | Amy of The Fewell Homestead
August 11, 2022 08:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBBecause of the pervasiveness of harmful ingredients in food and household products, living a toxin-free lifestyle requires swimming upstream! We have to be intentional about sourcing our food well, reading labels carefully, and monitoring what we allow into our homes. However, there may be certain compromises we must make along the way, and those compromises will look different for everyone. Amy Fewell has been living this homesteading lifestyle for years, and she started on this path in ...
144. Easy Swaps for a Natural Home + Q&A with My Sister! | Laura of Our Oily House
August 04, 2022 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBI asked who you all wanted to hear on the podcast, and you answered! My sister Laura of Our Oily House is joining me today to talk all about where to start when you are swapping out toxic products in your home. We cover cleaning your home, caring for your hair and skin, and how to fit these projects into a full schedule. Then we answer some of the questions that you all submitted through Instagram. We dive into motherhood, pregnancy, online business, our childhoods, living a natural life...
143. Fears When Putting Yourself Out There and Starting Something New | Megan Fox Unlocked | YouTuber and Mennonite Mom
July 28, 2022 08:00 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBFear is one of the main things that holds people back from going after a goal or dream. Anyone who has taken the leap to start something new has felt this intimidation at first and has found a way to push through it. I loved having this chat with Megan all about what it was like to start her successful YouTube channel, Megan Fox Unlocked. She shares all about why she started her channel, how she moves past the fear of what people think of her, her perspective on the negative comments, and...
142. Avoiding Burnout as a Homemaker, Homesteader, Homeschooling Mom, and Business Owner | Kate of Venison for Dinner
July 21, 2022 12:37 - 49 minutes - 45 MBIt’s easy to look at someone like Kate and wonder how she does it all. Between homemaking, homeschooling her five children, maintaining her Canada homestead, and running her successful online business, Kate’s plate is certainly full. In our conversation, we discuss the realities of what it looks like to manage all of these responsibilities well without burning yourself out. A little spoiler alert: Kate doesn’t do it all alone and neither do I! If you have a goal of pursuing a new opportu...
141. Traditional Eating When You Have Food Sensitivities | Dr. Ashley Turner of Restorative Wellness Center
July 14, 2022 08:00 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBIt is simple to embrace traditional ways of eating when there are no food groups that are off-limits to you. But when you or someone in your family lives with a food allergy or sensitivity, even meals made with the simplest of ingredients can become a challenge. As a mother and functional medicine practitioner who has walked the path of food sensitivities with her own child and many patients, I knew Dr. Ashley Turner would be the perfect person to join me in this conversation! We also del...
140. How to Ease Into a Natural Lifestyle | Roxanne Ahern of Happy Holistic Homestead
July 07, 2022 08:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBIf you desire to live a natural lifestyle—whole foods, less toxins, holistic health—it can be intimidating to know where to start. Many people are also concerned about the cost of living this way. In this episode with Roxanne of Happy Holistic Homestead, we tackle the question of where to start if you simply can’t afford to jump all in. What changes make the biggest impact on your family’s health? We also bust the myth that it takes a lot of money or a lot of land to begin prioritizing y...
139. Building a Debt-Free Homestead from Scratch | Katie Metka: Mother of 9, Photographer, Homesteader
June 30, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBIf you dream of starting your own homestead but worry that you don’t have the skills or time or money, you’ve got to hear Katie’s story. Six weeks after giving birth to her ninth daughter, Katie and her husband moved their family from their established homestead in Texas to a piece of raw land in Missouri to start over. They are building everything themselves and doing it debt-free! Katie shares how she and her family of 11 found joy in the simple pace of living in a small shanty without ...
138. Using Herbs to Support Your Health | Arielle de Martinez of Sovereign Beauty & Wellness
June 23, 2022 08:01 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBIn pursuing a more natural lifestyle, many of us want to move away from conventional forms of medicine and healthcare. After her first daughter’s birth, Arielle de Martinez dove deep into the world of natural medicine which ultimately led her to herbalism. You will be fascinated by our conversation about using herbs for everything from washing your hair to relieving bee stings to supporting fevers. If you have never explored the world of herbalism, Arielle shares her best advice for those...
137. Organic Skincare and Why Ingredients Matter | Emilie Toups of Toups and Co Organics
June 16, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBAfter facing skin issues with her young daughter, Emilie Toups set out to find a cleaner and safer alternative to over-the-counter and even prescription creams. And thus, Toups and Co Organics was born. Emilie discovered many alarming ingredients that were having negative effects, both seen and unseen, on her family’s health. She is bringing her wealth of knowledge and research to the podcast today to share with us why conventional products can be harmful and how using animal fats and oth...
136. Gut Health and Fermented Foods | Meg Kilcup of A Whole Health Life
June 09, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBGut health is a big topic in the health world right now, and for good reason! Having a healthy gut impacts so many areas of our physical and mental health. Meg of A Whole Health Life joins me to talk about why gut health matters and how to begin healing your gut through diet and lifestyle changes. We also camp out on the benefits of fermented foods and how to begin incorporating them into your everyday life. Gut health can seem like an intimidating topic, but you might be surprised by th...
135. How the Farmhouse Style is Changing | Liz Quick of The Quick Journey
June 02, 2022 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBOver the last decade, the modern farmhouse style has become extremely popular in home decor. The all white paint and minimal aesthetic is easy to achieve, which is part of why it has become so popular. However, many homemakers are beginning to trade in the all white look for warmth, coziness, color, pattern. We want our spaces to feel elevated and timeless and unique. Liz Quick of The Quick Journey joins me to discuss the good elements that came out of the modern farmhouse trend and how ...
134. Teaching Kids About Farming | Brianna Widen of Widnor Farms
May 26, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBWith the many conveniences of our modern food system, it’s easy to become detached from the knowledge of how our food is actually produced. Brianna is on a mission to reconnect the community to its farmers. At her family’s ranch in Washington, Brianna welcomes her neighbors—especially children—to come experience what farm life is truly like. Children learn invaluable, lifelong skills as a result of participating in animal care and food production. Brianna shares age-appropriate ideas for...
133. Should Everyone Try Making Cheese at Home? | Robyn Jackson of Cheese From Scratch | Homestead Cheesemaking
May 19, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBIf you have ever thought of making cheese at home but have been overwhelmed at the idea, this episode is for you! Robyn of Cheese From Scratch joins me to talk all things cheesemaking. Robyn’s desire is to make this skill accessible to everyone. We talk about how cheesemaking can become a normal part of your everyday routine, just like any other skill on the homestead. A common misconception is that cheesemaking is just for those who own a dairy animal, but this isn’t true! Anyone can l...
Should Everyone Try Making Cheese at Home? | Robyn Jackson of Cheese From Scratch | Homestead Cheesemaking
May 19, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBIf you have ever thought of making cheese at home but have been overwhelmed at the idea, this episode is for you! Robyn of Cheese From Scratch joins me to talk all things cheesemaking. Robyn’s desire is to make this skill accessible to everyone. We talk about how cheesemaking can become a normal part of your everyday routine, just like any other skill on the homestead. A common misconception is that cheesemaking is just for those who own a dairy animal, but this isn’t true! Anyone can l...
132. What to Look for When Buying an Old Farmhouse | Cathy & Garrett Poshusta of The Grit and Polish
May 12, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBLooking for an older home can be scary and exciting all at the same time. What are the most important characteristics to look for? How do you know which flaws are deal breakers? Cathy and Garrett have been renovating and restoring homes for over a decade, so they have seen the good, bad, and ugly of old houses. In our conversation, they answer some of the most common questions I get about shopping for an old farmhouse. This topic can be intimidating to someone unfamiliar with this realm...