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by Elsie Larson and Emma Chapman
Elsie + Emma are sisters and co-founders of the top DIY blog — A Beautiful Mess. They have written over seven thousand blog posts, so it seemed like a good time to start a podcast! The sisters have a lot to say on everything from home and DIY to family life and business. Visit abeautifulmess.com/podcast for show notes.
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- 6 days ago30 min
#317: Autumn Traditions
Today's episode is about the rituals, recipes, and rhythms that make Autumn the coziest season — including traditions we repeat every year and the ones we're trying for the first time. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Visit ernesta.com and order five samples for only $10, and you'll get $50 toward any rug of your choice. Head to Wayfair.com to shop all things home. Sign up for Emma's newsletter: https://www.emmachapman.com/ Favorite Annual Autumn traditions: Elsie: Kitchen movies, decorating the house, and making fun recipes Emma: Halloween sugar cookie decorating, decorating the house, and Halloween movie night New Autumn traditions: Elsie: Boo baskets and Halloween cookie boxes Emma: Thanksgiving cookie box Autumn traditions that flopped: Elsie: Trying movies (keep trying theme very year) Emma: Weather related activities (have a backup plan) Autumn non-negotiables: Elsie: Baked brie, decorating, and neighborhood witch's weekend Emma: Orea truffles, pumpkin decorating, and wagon walks Book Report Elsie: Peter Pan by J. M. Barrie Emma: The Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie Gilmore You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
- 1 weeks ago51 min
#316: Fall Bucket List
This week we're sharing our Fall Bucket Lists and giving you ideas to make your own. We've also got a spooky season debate and a decor hot take that we're so excited to rage about. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Try their products and support our show by going to DrinkLMNT.com/ABeautifulMess. Get 10% off + free shipping at Tumbleliving.com/mess Halloween manifestos: Elsie - Do what feels good to you Emma - Loves fall Elsie's Fall Bucket List: Halloween Mouse House Apple Cider Slushies Pink House (Witch Theme) Social Media Challenge (100 days) Finishing my novel revision and query Emma's Fall bucket List: Family Halloween Costume Fall/Halloween Activities with kids Apple picking Bake seasonal treats Query children's picture book Book Report The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
- 2 weeks ago47 min
#315: Our 3 Style Words & Tattoo Talk
Today we're figuring out our three style words, trying to convince a skeptic that cookbooks are worth it, and giving our best tattoo advice to a listener. Plus we'll share a hot take on gender reveal parties. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Download the Bilt app and join the membership for where you live, at joinbilt.com/mess. Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase at Wayfair.com Head to LolaBlankets.com and use code MESS to get 40% OFF your order. Start your free trial at SHOPIFY.COM/abm Check out Allison Bornstein: https://www.instagram.com/allisonbornstein6/ Elsie's 3 style words: Cozy Vintage Goth Emma's 3 style words: Weird Colorful Mom Tips for buying cook books: Something that fits your diet and your needs Buy your kids a cookbook and let them pick out some recipes,. Tips for getting Tattoos: Start with 2 tattoos Fine line is the quickest If you want a small tattoo, go to someone who specializes in fine line Choose one style Don't overthink how it's going to look in 20 years Research your tattoo artist Speak up for what you want You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
- 3 weeks ago37 min
#314: Enjoying Summer (Ew!) & Favorite Old Houses
Today we're helping our fellow autumn souls survive the remainder of summer heat and we're reminiscing about our favorite features from old houses that we still miss. We're also debating whether painting brick homes white needs to stop. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get an extra 20% your first order when you go to Pendulumlife.com/mess Receive at least 15% off any annual membership at masterclass.com/abeautifulmess Visit ernesta.com and order five samples for only $10, and you'll get $50 toward any rug of your choice. Tips for surviving summer: Collect everything that you love about summer Start shopping for Autumn home decor Miss from previous old houses: Emma - Black exterior Elsie - The secret library, theater room, and pool You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
- Aug 17, 202642 min
#313: What We Love about Writing
Today we're chatting about what we love about writing, our different privacy boundaries, a fun hot take and a brand new ghost story that happened in my bedroom recently. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Be prepared to save yourself a ton of time and money — just go to dupe.com and tell it what you're looking to buy. Visit ernesta.com and order five samples for only $10, and you'll get $50 toward any rug of your choice. What's in Emma's cauldron: A smut book Crochet sweater Frank Sinatra CD What's in Elsie's cauldron: A novel that made her cry with an artsy cover Designer dress that looks witchy A paint set or camera Book Report: The Andromeda Strain by Michael Crichton You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
- Aug 10, 202658 min
#312: When Your House Doesn't Feel like Home
Today we're discussing what to do when your new home isn't speaking to you, and you aren't sure what it needs to feel cozy. We're also discussing whether we think modern design has lost its charm, and we're sharing a few of our favorite home decor books and art books Thank you to this week's sponsor: Download the Bilt app and join the membership for where you live, at joinbilt.com/mess. Get an additional 20% OFF plus Free Shipping with our code MESS at Jiyuskin.com Mentioned in today's episode: Mud Witch Berek Poshmark Papier Grandma Moses: An American Original Julie Blackmon: Midwest Materials Robert E Smith Mothers and Children A Tale of Interiors Island Hopping <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Sarah-Sherman-Samuel-Intersection-Design/dp/1419781065/ref=sr_1_1?crid=F12JNB616XFW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ztvZ2qz-9Z5J9k_uV3TIhHck_j63bWkrpL0OfMV0P-4oUXHx3A1Zrcjcs3-g4OgLfOI2JSNMkwr
- Aug 3, 202642 min
#311: How to be the Ultimate Host
This week we're discussing the best parties we've ever thrown, tips for hosting that will save you a little sanity, and we're debating a hot take about Doctor Seuss. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Try their products and support our show by going to DrinkLMNT.com/ABeautifulMess Extra 20% your first order when you go to: Pendulumlife.com/mess Best party they have thrown: Halloween house warming party New Year's party Nova's Survivor theme birthday party Wine pairing dinner party Clothing exchange party Wine ranking party You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
- Jul 27, 202651 min
#310: Day Planning
Today we are sharing how we play our days to stay productive and also happy. We are also debating hot takes on the controversial topics of astrology and raisins. Planning Styles: Emma - Uses paper planner for meals and notes app for daily to-do list Elsie - Only appointments go on her digital calendar Project Management: Emma - Make a roadmap and seasonal bucket list Elsie - Checklist What makes a productive day: Emma - Activity with the kids and play time for her Elsie - Reading with kids for an hour, one household chore, and reading or watching TV before bed Book Report: The Hotel Nantucket by Ellen Hilderbrand You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
About A Beautiful Mess Podcast
Elsie + Emma are sisters and co-founders of the top DIY blog — A Beautiful Mess. They have written over seven thousand blog posts, so it seemed like a good time to start a podcast! The sisters have a lot to say on everything from home and DIY to family life and business. Visit abeautifulmess.com/podcast for show notes.
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