The Small Town Homemaker

Hey there neighbor, my name is Ashley! I am RN turned stay at home mom/homemaker in a small town in Wisconsin. Join me as I discuss all things Homemaking and some Christian faith along the way!

Modest And Humble Summer

Hey neighbor! Today we are discussing making modest and humble choices with appearance as we move into the summer months to come! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share any homemaking stories or info with me here! https://anchor.fm/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

05-11
23:55

Feeling Homesick

Hey neighbor! Today we are discussing doing things constantly outside of the home and finding the balance between being a good friend and neighbor, while keeping our sanity and peace at home. I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share any homemaking stories or info with me here! https://anchor.fm/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

04-27
29:03

Making The Most Of What You Have

Hey neighbor! Today we are discussing making the most of what you have in your home and the story of Jael from Judges Chapter 4. I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share any homemaking stories or info with me here! https://anchor.fm/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

04-13
23:46

Are You Hospitable or Hostile?

Hey neighbor! Today we are discussing whether the home you are creating is an environment of hospitality or of making others feel unwelcome (not on purpose). I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share any homemaking stories or info with me here! https://anchor.fm/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

03-23
22:37

My House Doesn’t Look Like Easter

Hey neighbor! Today we are discussing decorating for holidays and whether it’s right for you and your house…and apple butter muffins! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share any homemaking stories or info with me here! https://anchor.fm/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

03-16
25:29

Is It Okay to Spring Clean Yet?

Hey neighbor! Today we discussing getting into Spring cleaning, whether to be a Biblical Mary or Martha, if you need new ice molds and more! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share any homemaking stories or info with me here! https://anchor.fm/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

03-02
33:00

Lacking Winter Homemaking Motivation

Hey neighbor! Today I am discussing when winter Homemaking motivation is lacking and what the Bible says to help us get us through it to spring! Happy Groundhog Day! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share any homemaking stories or info with me here! https://anchor.fm/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

02-02
24:15

Cleaning Appointments

Hey neighbor! Today we discussing my current strategy for making time to balance, cleaning, daily life and my hobbies! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share any homemaking stories or info with me here! https://anchor.fm/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

01-18
27:39

Meal Planning & Groceries In A Small Living Space

Hey neighbor! Today we are discussing my current meal planning and grocery strategies that I have been using to work with the space we have in our apartment! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share any homemaking stories or info with me here! https://anchor.fm/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

12-08
27:11

Crochet And The Chicago Airport

Hey neighbor! Welcome to this weeks episode where I go over my renewed interest in crochet, my failed attempt at knitting and my thanksgiving holiday experience traveling through Chicago airport alone with two kids. I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker stories with me here! https://anchor.fm/ Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

12-01
54:40

Moving Across States, Tips & What I Wish I Knew Ahead of Time

We moved across 5 states, 9 hours, from Kansas to Wisconsin! This episode I delve into what info we found helpful and sharing our personal moving experience to help others! Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

11-17
01:08:00

Vinegar, Vacuums and Aprons

Hello neighbors! Today’s episode is some ramblings about how things are going here Homemaking in the apartment, getting a new vacuum and my new found appreciation for aprons! Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

11-08
30:46

I’m In Beer and Cheese Country!

Hello neighbors! Welcome back to the show, I have officially moved from small town Kansas to slightly bigger small town Wisconsin! In addition to that I am navigating moving from a three bedroom house to a two bedroom apartment and how that will effect my homemaking. Join for this exciting new life journey!

10-28
27:34

Let’s Show Ourselves Some Grace With Homemaking

Hey neighbor! Today we are catching up and discussing ways to cut ourselves some slack while Homemaking! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker ideas and stories! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Sporting Kansas City Light Blue” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

05-27
42:00

Sometimes Homemaking Sucks

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about when homemaking becomes (temporarily) not fun and annoying. That happened to me but listen to hear my game plan to get back at it! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Lint Bunny Grey” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

04-29
35:27

Surviving The Store Without Breaking The Bank

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about ways to spend less money when going grocery shopping! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Budget Binder Mint” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

04-08
01:04:38

Best Scents For Spring

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about the best scents for your home to use this springtime! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Tomato Candle Red” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

04-04
44:04

Vintage Recipes I Can’t Believe Exist

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about vintage recipes that shouldn’t have probably existed in the first place. Sooo much gelatin, and mayonnaise. You’ve been warned. I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Today’s Articles: https://www.thetravel.com/worst-vintage-recipes-gross/amp/ https://www.thetravel.com/vintage-recipes-that-did-not-age-well-part-ii-because-one-wasnt-gross-enough/amp/ Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Clothespin Tan” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

03-25
01:13:34

Clutter Causers to Pare Down This Spring

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about clutter causers you can attack while spring cleaning! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Today’s Article: https://www.bhg.com/decorating/storage/organization-basics/clutter-causing-household-items/ Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Spring Fever Eyes Magenta” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

03-18
53:21

Let’s Talk About The Fly Lady Method

Hey neighbor! Today we are talking about the “Fly Lady Cleaning Method! I have now activated listener support on this channel. NEVER feel pressure to support this channel with anything other than your listening presence but if you ever feel so inclined the link will be at the bottom of these show notes. Today’s Article: https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/cleaning/a31915249/fly-lady-cleaning-schedule/ Fly Lady Website: http://www.flylady.net Share your homemaker fail of the week here! https://anchor.fm/ Color of the Week—“Random Bruise From Cleaning the House Indigo” Podcast IG:@thesmalltownhomemaker Personal IG: @ashleykeepsitfresh Wanna email me? ashleykeepsitfresh@gmail.com

03-13
52:36

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