The Art of Home: A Podcast for Homemakers

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Spring has sprung with new life, new growth and a new kind of podcast episode on The Art of Home. Today, I am bringing you the first seasonal ramble with myself and Jessica Fisher. 

We kick off this relaxed, mostly unscripted, conversation with some spring-related icebreaker questions, then we chat books and simple seasonal cooking (including lunch prep, yogurt, homemade roast beef, flavored syrups and more). 

We cover what we are watching, or not watching, current favorite things, spring home projects and what we are doing to age with grace as 2 menopausal 50-something-year-olds. We even touch a bit on Easter traditions. Like I said, it's a ramble. I hope you enjoy coming along with us!

SHOW NOTES

All resources and links are on the full show notes post on the blog. Go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Spring Ramble 26" or click link below.

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/homemaking-seasonal-ramble-spring-2026

Connect with Jessica

goodcheapeats.com | lifeasmom.com | @lifeasmomdotcom | @goodcheapeatsblog 

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

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This week, we’re kicking off the “real” work of spring cleaning with a top-down approach—starting with what’s overhead: ceilings, vents, fans, lights, and fixtures. 

You’ll learn why cleaning from the top down saves time (and re-cleaning), how overhead dust impacts indoor air quality, and what simple tools make the job safer and easier. 

Plus, I’ll walk you through a step-by-step method for dry cleaning first, then safely tackling grime and stains with just a little moisture—so you can freshen your home without creating new problems.

SHOW NOTES:

The entire transcript of this episode is on the blog along with links to suggested tools and helpful resources. Click below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "MM54".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/top-down-spring-cleaning-ceilings-vents-fans-fixtures

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• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

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Carrie Sullivan has been keeping a home for over 20 years through changing seasons of motherhood, working outside the home, full-time homemaking, grief and growing faith. Now, in her 50’s, with kids nearing launch-time, Carrie has come to view homemaking as a meaningful vocation and true calling from God. 

We cover all the usual territory of homemaking strengths, weaknesses, expectations, hospitality, and more. 

And as a little bonus, I have some historical homemaking hints for you from a fun early 20th century etiquette guide, Don'ts for Wives.

SHOW NOTES

All resources mentioned in this episode, including Carrie's signature dish recipe are on the blog. Click the link below or go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Carrie Sullivan".

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/building-cathedrals-to-the-glory-of-god-a-homemaker-portrait-of-carrie-sullivan

Connect with Carrie on IG @curatingaliterarylife

HHH Segment

Ebbutt, Blanche, Don'ts for Husbands, Don'ts for Wives. London: A. & C. Black, 1913

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

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After over 3 decades of homemaking, I have found there to be 3 Essential Tools and a handful of miscellaneous supplies which will equip you for any type of cleaning in your home; both regular maintenance and seasonal. 

I will give you a bit of history on the top 3 as well as information on how to choose the best tools. 

Then I want to spend a little time talking about helpers; how to engage the family, when to seek professional help and a few tips for helping yourself to enjoy seasonal cleaning.

SHOW NOTES

Full transcript with links to favorite tools on the blog! theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "MM53"

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/spring-cleaning-essential-tools-helpers

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

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We are kicking off Season 28 today a brand new Homemaker Portrait! 

I'm starting this episode with some notes from you out of the mail bag, what to expect this season on the podcast and magazine updates!!

After those updates, I am chatting with my good friend, Kathlena Rule, about her experience of full time homemaking over the past 42 years. Kathlena’s concept of home was shaped by 2 godly parents and a life of constant moving. She loves the change that moving brings and the fact that there are always new people to meet. She and husband, Ed, lived several years abroad and that experience profoundly shaped her homemaking. 

We discuss all of the usual material-strengths, weaknesses, expectations and how to set and keep priorities. Throughout our conversation you’ll hear this theme; the home is a tool, an extension of the people who live there. The people are the point. Home and homemaking provide opportunity and space for unhurried fellowship leading to flourishing relationships with others and with Christ. 

You can now text me or leave me a voice mail using the link at the top of this description AND I can text you back! 🎉

SHOW NOTES

All resources mentioned in this episode, including Kathlena's signature dish recipe, are on the blog. Click the link below.

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/the-home-is-a-tool-the-people-are-the-point-a-homemaker-portrait-of-kathlena-rule

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

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Spring cleaning can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to tackle it without purpose or perspective. In this episode, I'm sharing historical, modern, and Biblical encouragement to help you approach seasonal cleaning as a manageable reset—one step at a time.

Join me every Monday this spring for more seasonal cleaning motivation and practical help. We are tackling tools next week, followed by episodes featuring different surfaces of the home working our way from the top, down. 

SHOW NOTES:

sources

Susan Fenimore Cooper, Rural Hours (New York, 1850), pp. 43-44.

https://www.wealddown.co.uk/museum-news/victorian-deep-clean/

Modern Cleaning Motivation

YouTube

• hamimommy
• Scandish Home
• Clean My Space

Analog

• Homekeeping Handbook | Martha Stewart
• Home Comforts | Cheryl Mendelson

Biblical History of Spring Cleaning

Exodus 11-12

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• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

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As we close out this season of The Art of Home, the fifth and final Act of Courageous Homemaking I'd like to challenge you with is, In the Darkness, Remember. 

When you cannot see the way out, you must cling to the gracious hand of God and let Him guide you. 

You will learn to recognize His hand in the dark when you remember Who He is, what He has done, and what He promises to do.

NOTES & LINKS

Other Episodes in this Series:

• MM #46 Acts of Courageous Homemaking | Our Foundation
• MM #47 Acts of Courageous Homemaking #1 | Be Informed
• MM #48 Acts of Courageous Homemaking #2 | Keep the Home Fires Burning
• MM #49 Acts of Courageous Homemaking #3 | Be Salty, Stay Lit
• MM #50 Acts of Courageous Homemaking #4 | Expect, but Don't Borrow Trouble

Scripture in this Episode:

Isaiah 9:2, 6

John 8:12

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• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

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Well, we are moving right along in our Acts of Courageous Homemaking Series and I have a new installment for you today. I am addressing our tendency to worry. 

The Bible has a lot to say about anxiety, fear and worry; giving us practical help in a world that seems intent on stoking our fears so it can sell us their solutions. 

Whether it’s a political agenda, a fool proof weight loss plan or an apocalyptic survival kit, solutions to our worst fears are hocked on every corner of the internet.

So, are you buying it; or will you intentionally opt out of panic culture, settle your heart in the promises of God and change the world from your kitchen table? 

NOTES & RESOURCES

Other Episodes in this Series:

• MM #46 Acts of Courageous Homemaking | Our Foundation
• MM #47 Acts of Courageous Homemaking #1 | Be Informed
• MM #48 Acts of Courageous Homemaking #2 | Keep the Home Fires Burning
• MM #49 Acts of Courageous Homemaking #3 | Be Salty, Stay Lit

Scripture in this Episode:

• John 16:33, “In this world you will have trouble, but take heart, I have overcome the world" 
• Matthew 6:27, 33, 34 ~ Jesus on worry
• Proverbs 31:27 ~ Be Prepared
• Philippians 4 ~ Rejoice Always! Don't Worry, Pray!
• Nehemiah 8:10 ~ "The joy of the LORD is your strength."
• Proverbs 14:15-16 ~Prudence
• Hebrews 1:3, Colossians 1:17 ~ Christ Holds & Sustains Everything

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

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In this final long form episode of our winter 2026 season, I am presenting a portrait of a single homemaker, Brittany Shepard, who has been keeping a home as a single woman for many years.

Though being single in her 40s is not what she expected, she has learned to see the unique value and beauty of the life God has given her right now. 

Brittany is, by nature, a storyteller and story keeper. She loves filling her home with family heirlooms and vintage treasures, so much so that her passion has grown into a flourishing side business called The Sentimental Decorator. 

Whether she’s gathering women around the shared love of story-keeping or gathering family and friends around her dinner table set with treasured dishes, Brittany understands how to leverage the home and her singleness to bring people together and foster a place of welcome and belonging for whomever God puts in her path.

NOTES & LINKS

Connect with Brittany

• Website | thesentimentaldecorator.com
• Instagram | @brittanyshepard
• The Sentimental Twist Podcast | apple | Spotify

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Full Episode Notes including Brittany's Signature Dish will be on the Blog. theartofhomepodcast.com/blog > search "Brittany Shepard" or click the link below.

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/single-homemaker-portrait-with-brittany-shepard

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• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

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We are at the half-way point of our Acts of Courageous Homemaking series today. 

We’ve discussed how God’s sovereignty is the foundation for our courage. 

We looked at the importance of being informed and how to find trustworthy sources.

And last week we talked about keeping the home fires burning; that is homemaking as an act of resistance and defiance of the enemy in a spiritual war zone. 

Today I’m going to talk about the impact we have as homemakers not just in our homes but on the culture as a whole. 

While the modern day Babylon we inhabit may cause us to want to hide away, we still have a call as Christians to stay salty and be lit.

NOTES & RESOURCES

More in this Series

• MM #46 Acts of Courageous Homemaking | Our Foundation
• MM #47 Acts of Courageous Homemaking #1 | Be Informed
• MM #48 Acts of Courageous Homemaking #2 | Keep the Home Fires Burning

Original Article with Footnotes

Scripture Referenced in Episode 

• Daniel 1-6
• Jeremiah 28-29
• Jeremiah 29:4-7 (Settle Down in Babylon)
• Jeremiah 29:11 (God's plans for you)
• Matthew 5:1-6 (salt, light, lamp stands and hill tops)
• Philippians 4:8, Ephesians 2:12, Colossians 4:6 (how to be salty and stay lit)

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• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

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