Simple Farmhouse Life

I’m so delighted to bring Sally back on the podcast to share her wisdom and encouragement for mothers in every stage.  We discuss Sally’s latest book, Tea Time Discipleship, all about the beauty of incorporating a tea time ritual into your life and home.  This simple daily routine creates endless opportunities for personal refreshment, family discipleship, and cultivation of friendships.  Join us for this rich, insightful, encouraging conversation with Sally.

In this episode, we cover:

What is tea time discipleship and why is it important?

How moms can build community with other moms through tea time

Where to start if you want to create new friendships

Making space for friendships in your life even during busy seasons of motherhood

Why it is important to restore your soul as a mother

How creating this rhythm impacts our children for years to come

Overcoming fear of vulnerability to pursue true fellowship

Tips for stepping out and starting a group of your own

Where to start if you want a mentor

How to grow strong friendships with your children

Ideas for reaching out when you have no idea who to pursue

Why getting uncomfortable and putting ourselves out there really matters

View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

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RESOURCES

Tea Time Discipleship by Sally Clarkson

Episode 154 with Sally Clarkson

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In our modern world, it is easy to accept all of the latest conveniences and innovations that are offered to us.  At face value, they may seem to make our lives easier or better, but at what cost?  Jill Winger has been asking these kinds of critical questions for many years, and this questioning is the basis for her upcoming book on how many of the old-fashioned ways may actually be superior.  Our discussion is nuanced (we don’t throw out all modernity!) and serves as an interesting conversation starter as you weigh the costs and benefits of modern ways in your own life.

In this episode, we cover:

A historical perspective on the recent popularity of homesteading

Weighing the long-term costs and benefits of convenience

Factoring in the unexpected benefits of doing things the old-fashioned way

Deciding which conveniences to embrace and which old-fashioned ways to preserve

How to begin learning new skills when you feel overwhelmed

Looking with hindsight at the history of modernization and its impact

What modern conveniences we choose to live without

Learning new skills and pursuing goals with children at home

How to prioritize when your plate is full

Our perspectives on the rise of aesthetically focused homesteading content

View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

Thank you to our sponsors!

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Episodes of Jill’s podcast: My Long Road Back to Whole Wheat Flours, Down and Dirty Meal Planning with Lisa Bass, The Rise of the Farmfluencer

Cheesemaking resources: Venison for Dinner & Cheese from Scratch

Pre-order Old Fashioned on Purpose by Jill Winger

CONNECT

Jill Winger of The Prairie Homestead | Website | Podcast | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Pinterest

Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest

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In 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 plenty of simple and attainable ideas in this episode; you don’t want to miss it!

In this episode, we cover:

Quick meals you can throw together without much planning or preparing

What to consider as you are planning for large batch freezer cooking

Finding the right containers for your freezer meals

Suggested methods of preserving for various foods

Pantry staples every from-scratch cook should keep on hand

Figuring out what your family eats most and stocking up accordingly

Ideas for sourcing food: what we buy from local stores vs. large bulk orders

Deciding what preserving method fits best with your tastes and lifestyle

Recognizing what parts of homesteading you want to prioritize

View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Carly Jean Los Angeles | Use code FARMHOUSE20 at CarlyJeanLosAngeles.com

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Blogging Success Masterclass | Visit bit.ly/farmhousebloggingschool

RESOURCES

Glass baking dish with lid

CONNECT

Becky Jones of Acre Homestead | YouTube | Instagram | Website

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Many 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 prioritize sustainable minimalism

How our emotions impact our buying behaviors

Shifting our mindsets about the cost of what we buy

Where to start when sourcing quality clothing

Reasons to prioritize natural fibers over synthetic materials

The value of repairing items instead of replacing them

A sustainable minimalist approach to kids’ clothing

Navigating gift giving from friends and family in a positive way

Strategies for storing kids’ clothes for future sizes and seasons

Pursuing minimalism in your home when your spouse is not on board

Avoiding clutter in your holiday decor

How to adjust your mindset so you don’t continue bringing clutter into your home

View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Carly Jean Los Angeles | Use code FARMHOUSE20 at CarlyJeanLosAngeles.com

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Stephanie Seferian of the Sustainable Minimalist | Website | Podcast | Instagram 

Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest

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If 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 to start with and what techniques lessen the learning curve.

In this episode, we cover:

Why sewing is a valuable skill to have in our modern world

What kinds of projects to start with if you are just learning to sew

Creative ways to save money on an expensive sewing project

Getting your child started in sewing when you don’t have any experience yourself

Providing your children the tools they need and giving them the freedom to experiment in sewing

Choosing the right sewing machine for your needs

How to make cutting out patterns more enjoyable

Tips for sourcing fabric

Home decor sewing projects without a pattern

A few tried and true sewing tips for the beginning sewist

An intro to starting a sewing business

View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Toups and Co Organics | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com

School of Traditional Skills | Use my link bit.ly/farmhouseskills

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Sewing Machine Fun

Linda’s sewing blog posts: curtain alterations, tailor tacks, replacing a zipper, hemming jeans

Lisa’s wingback chair slipcover tutorial

Check out Linda’s eBooks to help you launch and grow your sewing business!

ABOUT LINDA

Linda has been sewing since her father taught her to sew at age seven! She made her first dress that year through a Singer sewing class and spent the next few years becoming proficient at hand and machine sewing, quilting, and tailoring. She graduated from Colorado State University in 1983 with a degree in Textiles and Clothing. In 1984, she designed and made her wedding dress. She has owned and operated a bridal sewing and alteration business since 1988. She has been writing a blog since 2009 teaching people all over the world how to sew and alter clothing and home goods for fun or profit. Colorado is home to her and her husband. They have two amazing daughters, a wonderful son-in-law, and three incredible grandchildren.

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Many 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 episode, we cover:

The tragic diagnosis that led Carrie to pursue health through food

Starting small when you are overhauling your food sourcing

Why you don’t have to be an expert to take responsibility for your own health

How to get started with gardening even if you have limited time, space, and budget

Deciding what to grow and how to get it started

Foolproof seed-starting setup for a new gardener

Thinking through the garden infrastructure that works best for you

Sourcing and maintaining optimal soil

Choosing plants that you can use beyond the kitchen

View full show notes and transcript on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Blogging Success Masterclass | Visit bit.ly/FarmhouseBloggingSchool

Toups and Co Organics | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Grab Carrie’s Ready Steady Grow bundle for only $27 | Use code BOONE15 for an additional 15% off (seven days only!)

CONNECT

Carrie Wilson of The Little Pallet Farmhouse | Website | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook

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The 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 real food into our children’s diets.  Whether you have prioritized real food from your child’s first meal or you are just now beginning to make food swaps in your home, this episode will encourage you to keep making strides in this worthwhile journey.

In this episode, we cover:

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Liz Haselmayer of Homegrown Education | Website | Podcast | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest

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Based 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 dealing with unsupportive family.

As a mother of seven, homebirth is near and dear to my heart, and Katelyn is a wealth of wisdom on this topic.  Join us for this rich discussion!

In this episode, we cover:

View full show notes and transcript on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.

Thank you to our sponsors!

TOUPS AND CO ORGANICS | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com

AZURE STANDARD | Use code SPRINGHOMESTEAD10 at AzureStandard.com

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Katelyn Fusco of Happy Homebirth Podcast | Website | Instagram | Podcast | Facebook Group

Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest

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Homeschooling 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 you are fearful?  Are you in the thick of it and need some encouragement to keep going?  Join us for this inspiring conversation!

In this episode, we cover:

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Thank you to our sponsors!

Redmond Real Salt | Use code FARMHOUSE at bit.ly/FarmhouseRedmond for a 15% discount

Toups and Co Organics | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com for a 10% discount

Mockmill | Visit bit.ly/FarmhouseMockmill for a 5% discount

RESOURCES

Angela’s Homeschooling Course: Master the Art of Home Education

Math curricula mentioned: Learn Math Fast, Shormann Math, Denison Algebra

CONNECT

Angela Braniff of This Gathered Nest | Website | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest

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Sarah 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 not going well.  While we cannot control everything, we have the ability to improve things way more than we think!  May this conversation be an encouragement to you as you assess your own challenges and endeavor to move forward in boldness!

In this episode, we cover:

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Thank you to our sponsors!

Modern Homesteading Conference | Visit ModernHomesteading.com

Toups and Co Organics | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com

School of Traditional Skills | Use my link bit.ly/farmhouseskills

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Sarah Therése | Website | Instagram | YouTube

Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest

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