The Art of Homemaking

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 you will join our conversations as we encourage, inspire, and laugh with one another. We will be premiering our first two episodes Monday June 28th, so mark you calendar and don't forget to subscribe. We'll see you next week!

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 DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Watering the garden at golden hour Nessa- Little House on the Prairie series on Amazon Prime Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 the experiences that have shaped us and the challenges we face on a daily basis.  Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Amber rechargeable adjustable book light DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Made For Living by Amber Lewis Nessa- For the Love of Christian Homemaking by Mrs. Sharon White Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 hosting tips and stories! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Nessa’s Pinterest Straus Family Creamery Corresponding Instagram Post Jennifer L. Scott’s Etiquette Series DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Morning walks around the town with other ladies several times a week Nessa- Saje Yoga Blend & Revive Palo Santo Oil Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 bucket list. Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Adult Kiddie Pools DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- YouTuber Allison Anderson Nessa- Dresses & Skirts, Etsy Wishlists Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 Nessa’s Anthropologie Mugs Parachute Home DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Time spent enjoying the outdoors on the patio while working from home Nessa- Reading my bible daily, Bibles I mentioned: KJV & ESV Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- BBB: Bath Before Bed. Lush Twilight bath bomb Vanessa- Waking in the dark of the morning. Spotify jazz playlist Match strikers 1 & 2 Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 DAILY DELIGHTS Nessa- Nourishing Hot Cocoa Recipe Shannon- Blackberry Raspberry Milkshake Recipe 1 C blackberries 1/2 C raspberries 2 heaping scoops of vanilla bean ice cream splash of half n half Summer Smoothie Recipe 1/2 C frozen dragonfruit 1/2 C strawberries 1/2 C mango splash of orange juice Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- enjoying the stillness of the early morning & watching the sunrise Nessa- Weck jars for sourdough starter Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 nasty food in the fridgeRun ONE load of laundryMake the bedsSwap out all the towels- hand towels, rags, bath towels, etc.Collect the trash from your car & bring in things that don’t belongSweep your porch, steps, and/or path DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- pampered chef cookie scoop Nessa- beeswax tapers Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 enjoy our podcast and want to show your appreciation, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends or loved ones! We will be back for Season 2 on Monday, September 6th! Until then, have a WONDERFUL rest of your Summer! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Meet Archie- Shannon's new kitten! DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- using up the last of the summer harvest before fall produce comes in! Nessa- My NEW seasonal home playlists on Spotify, Listen for Free!  the summer home the autumn home the winter home the christmas home the spring home Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 over on Instagram! Share a photo of where you are at/what you are doing as you are listening to this episode & TAG US in your story: @nessa.black & @shan.vantrease . Caption your story “listening to the art of homemaking podcast while ___” We will be re-sharing your stories throughout the week and we will each share our favorite stories submissions in the next episode! Thank you for tuning in & we can’t wait to connect with you over on Instagram! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE If you’re new here, listen to our story! Nessa’s Spotify Playlists Books: Flour Salt Water Yeast by Ken Forkish Garden City by John Mark Comer  The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer Home Management Plain & Simple by Kim Brenneman DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Homemade Chocolate Sauce Family Recipe 1 c cocoa powder 1 c sugar 1 c water a healthy splash of vanilla boil for 3 mins in a saucepan, cool & store in a jar in the fridge! Nessa- Downton Abbey on Netflix Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 be an encouragement to you- if you’re in the muck… welcome! We are right there with you, let’s do this together.  Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Ep. 7 Survival Mode Ep. 6 Daily Rhythms for the Weary Homemaker DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Williams Sonoma Citrus Press Nessa- Kossma Beauty Skincare Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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 EPISODE Nessa’s Nourishing Hot Cocoa Recipe @simplholistic on Instagram DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Diffusing lavender essential oil in the evening Nessa- Quiet Time Companion Shannon's Instagram Nessa’s Instagram

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! I will update on instagram when it’s live & post the link here) DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- using time more efficiently by reading books while the sprinkler runs. Nessa- Bread & Wine by Shauna Niequist Shannon's Instagram @shan.vantrease Nessa’s Instagram @nessa.black

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 & Stamp Shannon's Instagram @shan.vantrease Nessa’s Instagram @nessa.black

Let’s put on our rose-colored glasses together and just admire the BEAUTIFUL parts of being a homemaker- our cozy little spaces, the moments that take our breath away, the tiny wins that carry us through the hard times… all of it! In today’s episode, we are taking a romantic view of homemaking and celebrating what we LOVE about this role.  Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Coqui Frog Sound Axis Deer Madame Chic Book Series DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Frame it Easy custom frames Nessa- Simply, prayer. Shannon's Instagram @shan.vantrease Nessa’s Instagram @nessa.black

With the holiday season fast approaching, we thought it appropriate to dive into the topic of how we are preparing our homes for guests & some of the tips we have discovered over the years. Bear with us on the sound in this episode, we had some technical difficulties. Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Fairytale Pumpkins Nessa's Spotify Playlists Caramel Apple Dip Recipe 8 oz pack of cream cheese 3/4 c brown sugar 1/4 c sugar 1 t vanilla extract mix until smooth & serve with apple slices (best with granny smiths) DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- 250ml Ball Jar Nessa- Himalaya Botanique Chest Balm PM Shannon's Instagram @shan.vantrease Nessa’s Instagram @nessa.black

As the weather turns increasingly grim in the northern hemisphere and we are spending more time indoors, our homes can begin taking on a stale quality- everything from the air to the baseboards. Today we bring you 10 Steps to Refresh your Home This Fall. Thank you for tuning in! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Albanese Gummy Bears Black Iron Wall Hooks (Etsy) DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- De'Longhi Espresso Machine EC702 Nessa- Harvest Spice candle by Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Shannon's Instagram @shan.vantrease Nessa’s Instagram @nessa.black

We've been a little distracted this season of the podcast & I'm thrilled to FINALLY get to share what's been going on! Major life updates in today’s episode and our amazing listeners are the first to hear. Thank you for tuning in! DAILY DELIGHTS Shannon- Morning walks on the beach while in Hawaii Nessa- Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin Shannon's Instagram @shan.vantrease Nessa’s Instagram @nessa.black