Simple Farmhouse Life

By Lisa BassLeisure Home & Garden

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Simple Farmhouse Life episodes

December 08, 2022 162. Cozy Christmas Episode: Handmade Gifts, Family Traditions, Savoring the Season | Nicole of Frontier Dreams
If 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, what we are excited about in the kitchen. Nicole has a wealth of ideas for unique family traditions surrounding Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, and more. I know this episode will get your wheels turning about new ways to celebrate the season in your own home, just like it did for me.
In this episode, we cover:
- Simple and affordable handmade Christmas ideas for children and adults
- A few details you can add to easily elevate a handmade gift
- How we approach gift giving within our own families
- Incorporating handmade gifts into holiday traditions
- Ideas for Christmas traditions that help your family slow down and savor the season
- Nicole and her family’s plans for going off-grid next year
- Learning new skills over the winter months by reading both fiction and nonfiction
- Creative ways to embrace winter with your family even if you don’t enjoy the cold weather
- Favorite seasonal foods and winter recipes
View full show notes and transcript on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
Thank you to our sponsors!
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CONNECT
Nicole Spring of Frontier Dreams | Blog | Instagram
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54 min
December 01, 2022161. Decluttering Before the Holidays + How to Have a Minimalist Christmas | Dawn of The Minimal Mom
The 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 accumulation of stuff. But don’t let the word “minimal” fool you; this discussion is less about how minimally decorated our homes look and more about how truly peaceful our homes feel. If you are ready to embrace the upcoming holiday season without the stress and overwhelm, this conversation is for you!
In this episode, we cover:
The secret to making your home feel festive for Christmas without going overboard

How minimalism benefits everyone in the home

How you know it’s time to get rid of a certain toy

Giving our kids the lifelong skill of learning how to manage their stuff

Preparing your family for Christmas so you don’t end up drowning in clutter

Why our kids’ view of stuff is different than past generations

Shifting our mindset around what makes Christmas truly meaningful

Helping our kids through comparison and disappointment at Christmas

Inspiration for family experiences that can make the holidays memorable

How to navigate receiving gifts that you don’t want to keep in your home

Number one strategy for staying on top of clutter around the holidays

How to know if you have too much stuff
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
BLOGGING SUCCESS MASTERCLASS | Visit bit.ly/FarmhouseBloggingSchool
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RESOURCES MENTIONED
Decluttering by Faith by Dawn Madsen and Diana Kokku
Dawn’s interview with Dr. John Deloney about the link between anxiety and clutter
CONNECT
Dawn Madsen of The Minimal Mom | Website | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Podcast
Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
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45 min
November 23, 2022160. Overcoming Fear in Motherhood | Jennifer Pepito of The Peaceful Press
Nearly 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 is such a rich, grace-filled conversation meant to encourage you as you fight fear and embrace joy in your mothering.
In this episode, we cover:
How fears in motherhood change from season to season

The most common sources of our fears as mothers

Transforming our families by exchanging the power of fear for the power of joy

Using the power of story of overcome fears

The gifts we give our children by prioritizing reading aloud as a family

Creating an environment in which our kids can pursue their unique interests

Reconnecting to our own passions and interests in the midst of mothering

How mothers can model a life of joy in our homes

What to read and how to create time for reading aloud
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 FARMHOUSE10 at AzureStandard.com
Please see full show notes for more details on these offers.
RESOURCES
Mothering by the Book: The Power of Reading Aloud to Overcome Fear and Recapture Joy by Jennifer Pepito
Audiobook resources: Libby, Librivox, Audible, Storynory
CONNECT
Jennifer Pepito of The Peaceful Press | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
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45 min
November 17, 2022159. Simple, Affordable, and Cozy Christmas Decor | Emily of Handmade Farmhouse
I 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 FULL of practical ideas, simple DIYs, and affordable ways to bring the magic and wonder of Christmas to your home this season.
In this episode, we cover:
How Emily and her husband built their own home from scratch

Creating family traditions around Christmas decorating

Ideas for decorating your space with functional items that serve a festive purpose

Finding a theme for your Christmas decor in unexpected places

A few staple decor items you can use year after year

One simple home decor piece you can use to elevate your Christmas look

Rethinking and rearranging your existing furniture and decor at Christmas time

How the color of your lighting can change the atmosphere of a space

Surprisingly simple ideas for Christmas decor on a budget

Mantel decor inspiration that transitions well from Christmas to January

Using faux wrapped gifts to spruce up your decor

Changing up your tree decorations from year to year

Keeping the Christmas season simple and focusing on what matters most
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
SCHOOL OF TRADITIONAL SKILLS | Use my link bit.ly/FarmhouseSkills
RESOURCES MENTIONED
7 Inexpensive Christmas Decor Ideas by Handmade Farmhouse
CONNECT
Emily Barlow of Handmade Farmhouse | Blog | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | YouTube
Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
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57 min
November 10, 2022158. Breaking Down Homestead Goals: How to Move Past Overwhelm and Take Action | Danielle of Jones Roots
No 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 challenge, everything from canning to fermenting to baking bread and more. Join me for this conversation with Danielle as we dive into what it looks like to pursue your dreams little by little.
In this episode, we cover:
How it is possible to homestead on rented property

The importance of learning homestead skills even before you have property

How to get started when you want to learn everything at once

Shifting your mindset to let go of perfection and accept failure

Finding the time to learn new skills when you already have a full plate

Getting over the hump of starting something new until it becomes second nature

Breaking down the practical beginning steps of going after your goals

Clearly defining your “why” behind pursuing your goals

Structuring your days to work toward your goals little by little

When you have to put some of your homestead dreams on hold to tend to other areas of your life

Helpful tools we each use to manage our to-do lists

Choosing what to let go of on overwhelming days or in overwhelming seasons

Holding on to your peace in the midst of working hard for your goals
View full show notes and transcript on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Check out The Farmschool Co. shop and follow along on Instagram!
Join the free Run Back to Your Roots 365 Challenge!
CONNECT
Danielle Jones of Jones Roots | Website | Instagram
Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
Join us in the Simple Farmhouse Life Facebook community!
Thank you to our sponsors!
TOUPS AND CO ORGANICS | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com
In my free Blogging Success Masterclass, I will teach you my 4-step framework for going full-time with blogging, how to avoid the most common mistakes new bloggers make that I learned the hard way, and how to make it all work with just a few hours a day. Visit bit.ly/FarmhouseBloggingSchool to find out how you can earn a full-time income by sharing what you love!
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1 hr 2 min
November 03, 2022157. What is the Pro-Metabolic Approach? Pursuing Health Through Nourishing Foods and Metabolic Support | Fallon Lee & Kori Meloy
The 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 conversation. I walked away with new ideas to try and areas of my health to reexamine. Whether you are new to the pro-metabolic conversation or have been embracing this approach for many years, join us for this rich conversation about supporting our health in a truly sustainable way.
In this episode, we cover:
The individual health journeys that led both Fallon and Kori to a pro-metabolic approach to wellness

Breaking down what it means to eat in a pro-metabolic way

Aiding your body’s production of youthful hormones in order to resist stress

Going beyond a black and white list of rules around food and learning what supports your individual metabolism

Prioritizing connection to your body and food over checking off a list of dietary achievements

Why it is important to take in a variety of sources and opinions as you are learning about health

How many calories women actually need and how to slowly increase your calorie intake

Why it is necessary for mothers especially to nourish themselves well

Pushing back against the diet culture dogma and truly taking pleasure in food

Examining popular claims that dairy and gluten are inherently bad for the body

Questions to consider about the quality, sourcing, and preparation of your food

The power of your mind to convince your body that certain foods are harmful

Physical and mental considerations when reintroducing certain foods back into your diet

Some of the possible underlying factors behind food restriction or intolerance

Debunking the claims about the benefits of intermittent fasting

What metabolic markers to look for when assessing your own health

Why the metabolism is the cornerstone of overall health

Where to start if you want to heal your metabolism
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
SCHOOL OF TRADITIONAL SKILLS | Use my link bit.ly/FarmhouseSkills
CONNECT
The Freely Rooted Podcast | Website | YouTube
Fallon Lee | Website | Instagram | Meal Plans
Kori Meloy | Instagram | Freely Rooted Course

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1 hr 28 min
October 27, 2022156. Why You Should Consider Buying an Old House | Paige Sander of Farmhouse Vernacular
New 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 until the end of our conversation because Paige gives some incredibly valuable budgeting and planning advice that can apply to anyone’s home!
In this episode, we cover:
Why would someone want to buy an old house over a newer one?

What to look out for when taking on the restoration of an old home

Weighing whether an old home purchase is right for you

The factors that make an old home so charming

How our mindsets have changed in regards to building homes today

Designing and furnishing your home in a way that honors its original craftsmanship

Major red lights and green lights when evaluating an old home for purchase

The trouble with trying to force modern home features into an older home

A few modern upgrades that are truly worth it

A genius budgeting system that helps you tackle your goals and plan for the unexpected

A foolproof method for breaking down large projects into attainable, daily action steps
Watch this episode on YouTube + view full show notes and transcript on the blog.
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
REDMOND REAL SALT | Use code FARMHOUSE at bit.ly/FarmhouseRedmond
RESOURCES
Join Paige’s email list
Sewing for Beginners Course with Paige
CONNECT
Paige Sander of Farmhouse Vernacular | Website | Instagram | YouTube | Podcast | Facebook | Pinterest
Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
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1 hr 8 min
October 20, 2022155. Build a Homestead That Pays for Itself (and Pays You Too!) | Leah Lynch | Profitable Backyard Farming
One 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 ideas and tips for building a homestead you love without breaking the bank. If you are already living your dream of homesteading but are feeling broke and burnt out, Leah’s advice could help you get back on the right track. Wherever you are in your homesteading journey, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss!
In this episode, we cover:
The top three reasons homesteaders spend more than they save and how to avoid doing so

Why tracking homestead expenses is important and how to do it simply

Accounting for the many variables in the cost of raising animals

How to plan for a future homestead when you don’t yet have your own expenses to track

Setting homestead goals and being realistic about the time and resources you have to work with

Questions to ask yourself when you are considering adding another element to your homestead

Strategies for making money from what you produce on your homestead

How Leah generates thousands of dollars per year from her rabbitry operation

How you can create additional income from your homestead by specializing in a specific breed

Weighing whether or not a specific animal is worth your investment

The first steps you should take in ensuring your homestead is profitable before you even start

Finding peace in creating a homestead that fits your current life season

Where to start making changes if you are already in over your head with a costly homestead
View full show notes and transcript on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
TOUPS AND CO ORGANICS | Use code FARMHOUSE at ToupsandCo.com
SCHOOL OF TRADITIONAL SKILLS | Use my link bit.ly/FarmhouseSkills
AZURE STANDARD | Use code FARMHOUSE10 at AzureStandard.com
Please see full show notes for more details on these offers.
CONNECT
Leah Lynch | Website | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook
Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
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57 min
October 13, 2022154. Nurturing Our Children’s Hearts Through Lifegiving Words | Sally Clarkson
In 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 beauty, creativity, faith, and family. May you come away from this conversation with a renewed vigor for creating a verbal home that breathes life into the hearts of your children.
In this episode, we cover:
What it means to have a verbal home and why it matters in this day and age

How you can appoint times throughout your day, week, year to intentionally affirm your children

Going beyond what we say and examining what is in our hearts

Strategies for being truly present with your children and not getting sucked into distraction

Protecting your family’s time in order to maximize opportunities for lifegiving conversation

How prioritizing words can knit your family’s hearts together

Considering boundaries around creating solely for your family’s benefit vs. creating to share with the world

The importance of keeping work in its rightful place

Getting on the same page as your spouse about the direction of your family
Watch this episode on YouTube + view full show notes and transcript on the blog.
Thank you to our sponsors!
Toups and Co Organics uses nourishing, organic ingredients to create simple and safe skincare products. Toups and Co is offering my listeners 10% off any one purchase with the code FARMHOUSE. Visit ToupsandCo.com to order today. And check out my interview with the founder of Toups and Co, Emilie, to find out more about this amazing company and their products.
School of Traditional Skills is your shortcut to self-sufficiency, the simple way. Glean homesteading wisdom from a variety of instructors without ever leaving your home. Use my link bit.ly/FarmhouseSkills to take advantage of this amazing learning opportunity. Make sure you check out my class on lacto-fermenting vegetables!
CONNECT
Sally Clarkson | Website | Podcast | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest
Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
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57 min
October 06, 2022153. Switching to Ancient Grains + Milling at Home: How to Increase Nutrients in Your Baking | Laura Tuttle
I 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 you! We share tons of tips on incorporating ancient grains into your everyday recipes while still enjoying delicious and nutrient-dense baked goods.
In this episode, we cover:
A historical overview of how today’s flour became lacking in nutrients

Why making the switch to ancient grains is beneficial to your health

How ancient grains behave differently in baking and how to adjust your method

A gradual approach to switching from modern wheat to ancient grains

How to choose which type of ancient grains to use

Tips for achieving delicious, beautiful loaves without using light and fluffy modern flour

Ways to utilize bread that doesn’t turn out how you had planned

Watch this episode on YouTube + view full show notes and transcript on the blog.
Toups and Co Organics uses nourishing, organic ingredients to create simple and safe skincare products. Toups and Co is offering my listeners 10% off any one purchase with the code FARMHOUSE. Visit ToupsandCo.com to order today. And check out my interview with the founder of Toups and Co, Emilie, to find out more about this amazing company and their products.
Check out some of my current favorite products: activated charcoal face bar, seabuckthorn cleansing oil, frankincense tallow balm, makeup line
Mockmill makes high quality countertop grain mills to empower you to easily mill nutritionally superior whole grain flour, fresh at home. You can save 5% on your purchase of any of their grain mills by clicking the link at FarmhouseonBoone.com/Mockmill. To see why I love my Mockmill, check out this review video.
CONNECT
Laura Tuttle | Instagram | Amazon Storefront
Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
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48 min

About Simple Farmhouse Life

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With 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…