How can we keep the inspiration ALIVE?? Today we share our top tips for getting INSPIRED in your homemaking role. Are you feeling like you’re stuck in a rut? If so this episode is for YOU. Let’s explore how we can seek out inspiration and breathe new life into our homemaking roles. Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Carrie Rad YouTube channel Midwest Siri YouTube video DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Wood & Spoon blog by Kate Wood Nessa- Wax Seal &...

Today we are talking FOOD- buttery, spiced, slow simmering, cozy autumn food, to be specific. In this episode we share some of our signature recipes of the season, chat about our ever-evolving lives in the kitchen, discuss our feelings on cooking shows, and more. Welcome back to our kitchens, we hope you’ll leave with warmth in your hearts and cozy meal ideas to add to your menu.  Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Vanessa’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe (COMING SOON!...

We aren’t all morning people (*cough* NESSA…) but we can ALL benefit from a solid morning routine that sets us up for greater success, joy, and lessens the stress in our days. Doesn’t that sound great?! We thought so too. Morning routines are SO IMPORTANT for homemakers! Hopefully, by the end of this episode, you’re as inspired as we were to put pen to paper, clean up your kitchen before bed, and set that alarm a little earlier.  Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS...

Ever feel like the weight of the world rests squarely on your shoulders as a homemaker? What with cooking, cleaning, juggling appointments, and children’s activities- it can all feel like a LOT to manage. We are SO not the masters at juggling all the things as homemakers but we are learning every day we are in the trenches. We attempted to sort out our thoughts on the topic to bring you our go-to moves that WORK any time we are feeling like it’s all just TOO MUCH. We hope this episode will...

We are back again! In today’s episode, we reveal the theme we have chosen for Season 2, we do a deep dive into why we love the fall so dearly, how we are learning to embrace change, how this season will shift our roles as homemakers, and what we are hoping to do this Fall! We had such an enjoyable conversation today, we hope this episode gets you excited to embrace the Fall, whether this is your favorite season or you have been dreading it. Don’t forget to participate in our challenge...

Today is the Season 1 Finale and we are going out with a bang! Tackling the topic of the awkward in between as Summer turns to Autumn- exploring how we can welcome the coming Fall season as we continue to hold on for dear life to the fading Summer heat in all areas from dress, to home decor, to food, to hobbies & activities… Tips are shared, secrets are revealed, projects are announced. You won’t want to miss this conversation! Thank you to ALL of our listeners for tuning in. If you...

Today we share 10 things you can do RIGHT NOW to quickly get a handle on the dusty, musty, gritty summertime home. These are high impact quick wins that will help get your home under control & refresh your space. We’ve provided a written list here for you to follow! Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Set a 10-minute timer, collect the junk & put it awayClean the floorsClear off the counters & collect rinsed dishes in the sinkFace the paper pileThrow out the...

Step into our kitchens! In today’s episode, we share all about our kitchens and how we have each designed this much-used space to be functional, yet beautiful. Following the philosophy of designing our kitchens. to be “ a kitchen made for cooking”, we share our personal favorite tools and must-haves that make cooking as effortless and enjoyable as possible. Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Nessa’s YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/c/nessablack DAILY...

Holy guacamole have we been feeling life lately! We are both in survival mode at the moment- lots of anticipation, transitions, possible MOVES- We give you the FULL rundown in today's episode as we share life updates and plunge head-first into the deep stuff… basically, a therapy session for us, hope you enjoy 😜 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE For the Love of Christian Homemaking by Mrs. Sharon White https://amzn.to/3lppoR5 DAILY DELIGHTS Nessa- Nourishing Hot Cocoa Recipe...

It’s been a heck of a week for both of us and we are drained so, we figured, what better topic to discuss than how to get through our daily homemaking work when we are feeling weary as homemakers. We hope today’s episode will serve as encouragement, food for thought, and maybe even inspiration if you are struggling through your days. We are right there with ya, keep going friend! Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Trello App https://trello.com/ DAILY...

Today we sat down (in Shannon’s closet) with a cup of our favorite Red Leaf Coffee to discuss the difference between curating a home and decorating a house and what that means to us as homemakers. We share some of our favorite pieces we have curated over the years and design principles we embrace to bring personality, life, function, and beauty to our sacred spaces. Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Home Sweet Maison by Danielle Postel-Vinay...

Join us for todays episode as we reminisce on cozy summer memories & dreams for the future. These are our seasonal delights! One of our favorite things as homemakers is making memories for our families and summertime is a season full of memories for us. We hope you enjoy this episode & maybe it sparks some ideas for your summer bucketlist. Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE https://www.minnidip.com/shop DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- YouTuber Allison...

Join us for today’s episode as we dive into the world of hosting! There are two seasons that really stand out as “hosting seasons”- the Holidays and Summer. Since we have hosted one another in the last couple of months and we are rolling into summer, it seems an appropriate and relevant topic to discuss! In this episode, we share our best tips, mistakes we have made, and aspirations for hosting in the future. Be sure to visit my (Nessa’s) corresponding Instagram post to share your best...

Join us in today’s episode as we discuss the ways in which we have learned to cultivate a joy for homemaking. From creating routines that make the daily work of homemaking special, to mindset shifts that shift our demeanors- We share our experiences that have shaped us and the challenges we face on the daily.  Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Amber recharchable adjustable book light- https://amzn.to/3y1OCbd DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Made For Living by...

Welcome to the first episode of The Art of Homemaking podcast! Join us today as we introduce ourselves and share our unique story of how we went from best friends to sisters to homemakers starting a podcast together. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Red Leaf Coffee- https://redleafcoffee.com/ DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Watering the garden at golden hour Nessa- Little House on the Prairie series (Watch on Amazon Prime) https://amzn.to/2UBcCDG Shannon's Instagram-...

Welcome to the art of homemaking podcast where we are reviving the art of homemaking in the modern age. On this podcast we will be exploring what it means to be a homemaker in today's society and breathing new life into the role. From gardening to homesteading, cooking wholesome meals to creating a cozy home environment and everything in between. We are simply two young women with a love for the home, embracing our roles as homemakers and sharing our journeys along the way. We hope that...