The Art of Home: A Podcast for Homemakers – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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It's finally here!! I'm so excited to kick off our 5th annual Holiday Homemaking series with this very special episode featuring some of my dear friends.

I am joined by Sarah Hackleman, Lauren Rice, Kathlena Rule and Kelsey Myers to talk about all things Christmas. I am asking these ladies all of the usual Christmas interview questions, we do a real time taste test of our favorite sweet treats and we all share 3 favorite things we think would make great gifts to give or to receive. I am also sharing the first of my tip segments on Traditions & Time Together.

Grab some hot cocoa and settle in for a nice long holiday chat!

NOTES & LINKS

Full episode notes and links, including treat recipes, photos, links for all the favorites, and my family weekend templates are on the companion blog post. 

www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog, search "favorites with friends 2025"

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

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

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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Do you put your tree up early? 

Looking for a way to cultivate thankfulness this holiday season? 

Turn your unadorned tree into a Gratitude Tree for the month of November!

Whether you use your unadorned Christmas tree, a cutting from the yard or a tree made from pipe cleaners, a Gratitude Tree can help center your heart on the faithfulness and goodness of God.

In This Episode:

Why I Decorate Early & Slowly

How I Keep the Fall Vibes Going with my Gratitude Tree

How to Make Your Own Gratitude Tree & Keepsake Book

NOTES & LINKS

Full show notes with photos and resource links on the blog, theartofhomepodcast.com/blog search "MM39"

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

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

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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Today I am wrapping up Season 25 with the second part of our series on Full Time Homemaking. Last week, Jessica Fisher and I discussed the why, what and how of choosing full time homemaking in Part 1, So You Want to Be a Full Time Homemaker. 

Today, we are are going to discuss the practical outworking of not just being a full time homemaker but how to flourish in your role, even on a limited income.

In This Episode:

• God’s design for human flourishing and how can you live that out through full time homemaking 
• 3 common areas that can prevent that flourishing: Expectations, Time & Money
• Practical solutions to leverage all three for the glory of God and the good of your people and your homemaking

NOTES & LINKS

Full Time Homemaking DD Part 1

So You Want to Be a Full Time Homemaker

Connect with Jessica Fisher

• Lifeasmom.com
• goodcheapeats.com

Other AoH Episodes Featuring Jessica

• Homemaker Portrait | Jessica Fisher, S23 E16
• Homemaking Deep Dive | Family Vacations, S24 E14

Mentioned in This Episode

Glory in the Ordinary: Why Your Work in the Home Matters to God by Courtney Reissig 

The Four Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss

ATracker Time Tracker

Homemaking DD | Kitchen Economy

How to Foster Titus 2 Community, Episode Segment, AoH 2nd Birthday Episode

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

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

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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Merry Christmas, Homemakers! I am so excited to kick off this year’s Holiday Homemaking today! There is so much great content coming your way over the next 4 weeks you won't want to miss a single episode!

Today you will hear from Debbie Ledoux, Hannah Torres, Terry Estep, Kay Aeby, Ginny White and Kristen Howard. I’ve got a funny little poem from Marjorie K Rawlings about the early shopper, I share about how decorating the tree reminds me of Jesus bringing hope and light in the darkness of depression, and I’m giving same basic tips to help you start decorating on the right foot. 

FROM THIS EPISODE

• Recipes and Resources Companion Blog Post (Coming Soon!)

Resources for Depression: 

• Conquering Depression by Bruce Hennigan and Mark Sutton:  *This book helped me learn to identify what was causing, contributing to, and intensifying my anxiety and depression and gave me tools to fight back. 
• American Association of Christian Counselors  *If you are a church member, you may want to start by talking with your pastor for counsel and recommendations of christian counselors in your area.  I cannot stress enough how valuable counseling has been for me...and the necessity to work with a counselor who will use scripture to help direct you to the truly Wonderful Counselor who knows you better than you know yourself.

HOLIDAY HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Advent Devotional Guide
• Holiday Homemaking 2021 & 2022 (enter "holiday homemaking" in search bar)

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

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

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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In today’s episode I am talking with In-the-Trenches homemaker, Naomi Fata. She’s been married 16 years and has 3 kids, ages 8 to 13. She homeschools and runs a sewing and alterations business out of her home--she is a very busy lady. We discuss how she has learned/is learning to balance homemaking, schooling and a home business through compromise, firm boundaries and letting go of some expectations. Naomi is passionate about teaching others how sewing can help them make the most of their clothing and home decor resources.

Over the years, Naomi realized that this "stay-at-home dream life" she asked God for does not come with ease. It is challenging to manage it all, but she is learning to differentiate between what God has and has not called her to do in each new day. Whether running a home business or not, this principle applies to all of us as homemakers as we seek to thrive in our calling and not be distracted or overwhelmed by all the possibilities before us. I know you will be encouraged and learn something from Naomi's story of home.

CONNECT WITH NAOMI

• Instagram | @naomifata
• Website | www.naomifata.net
• Book | Beyond Head Knowledge; Knowing Christ Who Satisfies Our Hearts
• Youtube | Naomi Fata Sews

FROM THIS EPISODE

• All links and resources will be available in this week's free newsletter. Click the link below to subscribe. 
• For future reference, check newsletter archive, Season 16 Vol. 7
• Allison's Resource Rec: Safer Home Indoor Fly Trap Plug In

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
• Newsletter Archive

HOLIDAY HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Advent Devotional Guide
• Holiday Homemaking 2021 & 2022 (enter "holiday homemaking" in search bar)

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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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 episode, I had the privilege of interviewing Breanna Wakefield, a full-time homemaker and mother of two. Breanna opened up about the strong influence her mom and grandmothers had on her homemaking journey, highlighting the importance of understanding the why and how behind our daily tasks. We delved into the challenges she faced during her pregnancies, including complications related to endometriosis and her battle with postpartum depression. As someone who has personally experienced postpartum depression, I found our conversation incredibly relatable and encouraging. Breanna also generously shared her tips, tricks, and ideas for successful homemaking, leaving me inspired and eager to implement them in my own life. Trust me, you don't want to miss this valuable and heartfelt conversation.

FROM THIS EPISODE
All links and resources will be available in this week's free newsletter. Click the link below to subscribe.
*For future reference, check newsletter archive, Season 16 Vol. 6

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
• Newsletter Archive

HOLIDAY HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Advent Devotional Guide
• Holiday Homemaking 2021 & 2022 (enter "holiday homemaking" in search bar)

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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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Join me for this In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait of author, blogger and full-time homemaking mama, Kristen Howard. We talk about how growing up on a South Dakota cattle ranch shaped her idea of home and family and how God is working to grow Kristen's own home and family that she is making with her husband and 2 (almost 3) kids.  Kristen is passionate about slowing down and enjoying the every day gifts of home. That theme is what much of her writing centers around and it comes through clearly in this fun conversation.

Connect with Kristen

• website | homesweethome.blog 
• Books | Home Sweet Home: Book One, Home Sweet Home: Book Two, NEW! Home Sweet Home: Book Three

FROM THIS EPISODE
All links and resources will be available in this week's free newsletter. Click the link below to subscribe.
*For future reference, check newsletter archive, Season 16 Vol. 5

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
• Newsletter Archive

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

• Listen to the Audio of the book in our 2023 Summer Reading Series
• Get Your Free Study Guide

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

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

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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Join me for this In-the-Trenches Homemaker Portrait. Michele has been keeping a home with husband, Seth, for 12 years. They are raising 3 children and helping to train lots of horses in the business they run from their home. We talk about some of the similarities of training kids and horses as well as learning to claim the badge of homemaker without qualifiers, excuses or adding other titles to somehow legitimize your choice. Lots of great insight and ideas from Michele in this interview. Enjoy!

FROM THIS EPISODE
All links and resources will be available in this week's free newsletter. Click the link below to subscribe.
*For future reference, check newsletter archive, Season 16 Episode 4

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
• Newsletter Archive

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

• Listen to the Audio of the book in our 2023 Summer Reading Series
• Get Your Free Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH US

• Leave Us A Review
  • Love The Podcast (works on any device)
• Stay In Touch with The Art of Home Podcast 
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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

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

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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Join me in chatting with seasoned homemaker, Roan (pronounced like Joan, but with an R) Johnson. Drawing on her 32 years experience, Roan shares a wealth of ideas, insight and encouragement. She has so much practical advice to offer on everything from schedules, to hospitality, tips and hacks, and navigating challenges and changing homemaking seasons. I know you're going to love it!

FROM THIS EPISODE
All links and resources will be available in this week's free newsletter. Click the link below to subscribe.
*For future reference, check newsletter archive, Season 16 Episode 3

CONNECT WITH ROAN

• Blog | TheJoyfulJohnsons.blogspot.com

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
• Newsletter Archive

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

• Listen to the Audio of the book in our 2023 Summer Reading Series
• Get Your Free Study Guide

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

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

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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I've got another listener homemaker portrait for you! Today's guest is In-the-Trenches Homemaker, Nichole Pace. She fills her days caring for two busy little boys, one who has special needs and several severe food allergies. We talk about how those challenges have affected her homemaking and what God is teaching her through it all. Nichole brings a ton of fresh perspective, ideas and inspiration to this conversation.

FROM THIS EPISODE
All links and resources will be available in this week's free newsletter. Click the link below to subscribe.
*For future reference, check newsletter archive, Season 16 Episode 2

CONNECT WITH NICHOLE

• Nichole's Allergy Free Bakery: serenityfarmstx.com
• Facebook | Instagram: @serenityfarmstx

Teal Pumpkin Project : Raising food allergy awareness and offering non-food treat options for trick-or-treaters.

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
• Newsletter Archive

Free Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"

• Listen to the Audio of the book in our 2023 Summer Reading Series
• Get Your Free Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH US
Leave Us A Review

• Love The Podcast (works on any device)

Stay In Touch with The Art of Home Podcast 

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

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

SUPPORT & CONNECT

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