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  • If you have been following along recently, you know that we sold our beloved farmhouse and are preparing to build our dream home on our new farm property.  I’ve received lots of questions about why we bought a temporary home while we build and what our plans are for the future.  I’m sharing an update on how the move went and what the next steps are!  I’m also sharing encouragement for the younger mom.  There are so many things I allowed myself to feel guilty about in my early motherhood, and I want to offer you perspective and permission to let those things go.  Join me for this personal update and mini pep talk!
    In this episode, we cover:

    Answering some common questions about selling our farmhouse, moving into town, and building on our new property

    My approach to caring for multiple small children at once without losing my mind

    Why our recent move was more stressful than I anticipated and how I tackled the chaos

    What I have learned over the years about managing the items our kids are constantly bringing into the house

    Getting into the practicals of how I dress my kids to spend ample time outdoors on the coldest of days

    Freeing you from the guilt that you are not doing enough for your kids

    The one homemaking task I never tire of

    My thoughts on keeping up with memories and milestones as a mother of eight kids


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    RESOURCES
    Check out this video for more details about our recent move and future plans
    Join my Simple Sewing course and my Simple Sourdough course today!
    Explore all of my course offerings including sourdough, sewing, blogging, and YouTube
    Grab a copy of my new cookbook Daily Sourdough
    CONNECT
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast?  A guest you’d like me to interview?  Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • As a homeschooling mother of eight who runs a business from home, decluttering is the only way I keep our home manageable. I have shared many times on this podcast about how minimalism has transformed our lives. Robyn of Minimalist Home has experienced the same freedom that comes from decluttering and organizing your home, and she makes it her mission to help other women get to the same place of peace. As we prepare to enter the new year, many of us have goals of simplifying, decluttering, and organizing our lives and homes. This episode addresses both the practical strategies and the mindset shifts necessary to transform your home in the new year. Join us!
    In this episode, we cover:

    The warning signs to look for to know whether you are living in chaos

    A simple framework to help you start crawling out of the chaos

    How to avoid the number one mistake people make when trying to get organized

    Strategies for overcoming the decision fatigue that comes with decluttering

    Overcoming the psychological pull that keeps us from getting rid of items we don’t need

    Breaking down what is happening in our brains when we struggle to declutter

    A manageable approach to kids’ artwork and other sentimental items

    Do we ever regret items we have decluttered?

    Tips for getting started on simplifying your life when you are in a stressful season

    How the ages of your children and size of your family impacts your organization

    Where specifically to start decluttering your home if every area feels chaotic


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT ROBYN
    Robyn Buchanan is a mom, wife, nurse and youtube creator. She started her minimalism journey because she was overwhelmed coming home to a cluttered house after working in a chaotic emergency department.
    Since decluttering, she not only uncovered her floors and surfaces, but also the deeper meanings behind our clutter, how clutter impacts our focus, why it’s so hard to declutter, and how life is freer without our stuff weighing us down.
    Robyn lives on Vancouver Island in BC with her 3 teen boys and husband, 4 out of 5 of them have ADHD, including Robyn & her husband. She loves hiking, gardening and cooking along with Jane Austen, Monty Python and Harry Potter movies.
    RESOURCES
    Check out Robyn’s YouTube channels: Minimalist Home and Minimalist Home Living
    Join Robyn’s free challenge in January: Simplify Your Home and Life January Challenge
    Looking to earn an income from your YouTube channel? Join my YouTube Success Masterclass today!
    Explore all of my course offerings including sourdough, sewing, blogging, and YouTube
    CONNECT
    Robyn Buchanan of Minimalist Home | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | YouTube
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

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  • After hearing Sue give a live presentation, I knew I had to have her on the podcast. She has been researching, baking with, and sharing about whole grains since the 1990s. She is truly an expert when it comes to utilizing whole wheat in your home kitchen. In this conversation, we are diving into the history and politics of wheat production, the vast array of nutrients contained in a whole grain, how to seamlessly incorporate whole grains into your baking, and more. Lately, I have become convinced that I want to get back to feeding my family whole grains instead of white flour. I hope you find inspiration from Sue's message as well!
    In this episode, we cover:

    The troubling history of white flour in the United States and its connection to disease

    The significant health improvements Sue and her family experienced as a result of consuming freshly-milled grains

    Addressing some popular myths about sourdough, whole grains, phytic acid, and more

    A dive into the nutritional benefits of whole grains

    Inspiring testimonies of how freshly-milled wheat is transforming individuals' health

    Looking at bread consumption through a common-sense and ancestral lens

    Wading through the noise of dietary trends and keeping food simple

    An overview of different types of grains and their uses

    Does whole grain bread lose nutrients if fermented with sourdough?

    Considerations when converting an all-purpose recipe to freshly-milled flour

    Sue's tried and true hack for stocking your kitchen with freshly-baked whole grain bread every week


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT SUE
    Sue Becker is a gifted speaker and teacher, with a passion to share principles of healthy living in an encouraging way. She is the co-owner of The Bread Beckers and founder of the ministry, Real Bread Outreach, all dedicated to promoting whole grain nutrition. Sue has a degree in Food Science from UGA and is the author of The Essential Home Ground Flour Book. Sue is a veteran home-schooling mom with 9 children and 13 grandchildren. She and her husband Brad, live in Canton, GA. Through her teaching, countless families have found improved health.
    RESOURCES
    The Essential Home-Ground Flour Book by Sue Becker
    The Bread Beckers Recipe Collection by Sue Becker
    Check out The Bread Beckers classes, co-op, and more on their website
    Sue's Healthy Minutes Podcast
    Explore all of my course offerings including sourdough, sewing, blogging, and YouTube
    CONNECT
    Sue Becker of Bread Beckers | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Podcast
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • This week’s Q&A takes us through my thoughts on our upcoming move, how breastfeeding impacts my fertility, staples in a from-scratch kitchen, life with no dishwasher, encouraging kids to play independently, and more! Join me for another coffee chat Q&A episode!
    In this episode, we cover:

    A brief life update– we are leaving our farmhouse!

    Why I’m comfortable leaving bone broth on my stove overnight

    What matters to me when sourcing dairy products

    Do I worry about my babies’ safety when out in nature?

    How breastfeeding impacts my fertility

    What my breastfeeding and weaning journey has been like through eight babies

    If you want to start cooking from scratch, do this!

    How to make milk kefir a staple in your kitchen even if you don’t have a dairy cow

    Do I use organ meats in my kitchen?

    Tips for healthy, organic eating on a very tight grocery budget

    My strategy for always staying on top of dishes with a large family

    Why I recommend taking a slow and steady approach to decorating your home

    How do I navigate being productive in my home while encouraging my kids to spend time outdoors?

    My approach to prenatal appointments when I have other young children to care for

    My best marriage advice after 17 years 


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Check out this video to hear more details about our upcoming move
    Looking to earn an income from your YouTube channel? Join my YouTube Success Masterclass today!
    Explore all of my course offerings including sourdough, sewing, blogging, and YouTube
    CONNECT
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • We talk often on this podcast about simplifying motherhood so you can get more done and experience more peace. As a mother of three young children, KyAnn is currently in the trenches of the little years, but she is not living in survival mode. She helps moms get out from under the weight of chronic overwhelm and create consistency, peace, and connection in their days based on their unique priorities and personalities. If you are struggling with burnout from trying to manage motherhood, homemaking, business, and more, may this episode inspire you with practical steps you can implement today!
    In this episode, we cover:

    The tipping point that led KyAnn to start establishing rhythms in her days as a stay-at-home mom

    If your days feel chaotic, start with this ONE rhythm

    The power of starting small when you are trying to establish systems for your family

    Thoughts for the mom who says “I just don’t have time”

    Finding the motivation and mental energy to make changes when you are chronically overwhelmed

    Addressing the myth of seasons of “survival mode”

    Practical rhythms you can implement today to keep a tidy home AND prioritize connection with your family

    Top three tips for creating margin in your day to get out of the chronic overwhelm spiral

    Strategies for starting your mornings peacefully even when you have young children

    Why we both prefer washing dishes by hand instead of using a dishwasher

    Simplifying meal times to take one thing off your mental load

    How long should you try out a new routine before deciding if it’s working or not?

    Addressing a few specific pain points in home management: laundry and toys


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT KYANN
    KyAnn is a mom, wife, and Jesus lover. She is passionate about helping busy moms find simple rhythms to reduce overwhelm and bring peace to their days.
    Through her podcast and course, Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms, KyAnn helps thousands of young, busy moms through stressful times. She teaches SAHMs attainable ways to implement simple rhythms and routines into their days.
    Her podcast for busy moms quickly ranked in the top 1% globally! It is the go-to podcast for busy, Christian moms who want to get more done and still be present with their family!
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Listen to KyAnn’s podcast Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms
    Join Lisa’s Simple Sewing Course
    Join Lisa’s Simple Sourdough Course
    Explore all of my course offerings including sourdough, sewing, blogging, and YouTube
    CONNECT
    KyAnn Molina of Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms | Website | Podcast | Facebook Group
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • I love chatting with fellow work-at-home moms who share in the joys and struggles of managing motherhood, homemaking, homeschooling, business, homesteading, rest, community, and more. Today’s conversation with published author Melissa Ferguson takes us behind the scenes of a fiction writer’s life. We talk through carefully choosing your “yeses” in each season, embracing rest, prioritizing family, and learning things the hard way in business. Whether you have a dream of writing or some other endeavor, this practical look at how Melissa gets it all done will inspire you along the way!
    In this episode, we cover:

    Reaching the breaking point of overwhelm and finding the right solution for you

    A day in the life of a homesteading, homeschooling, work-at-home mom

    Weighing which opportunities to say yes to in your season of life

    A peek behind the curtain of the publishing world and what it takes to get a book deal

    Best advice for a new or aspiring author

    The importance of choosing the right representation as an author

    What it takes to find success as an author and joy in the process

    Practical strategies for raising children that love to read


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT MELISSA
    Melissa Ferguson is the bestselling author of titles including Meet Me in the Margins, How to Plot a Payback, On the Way to Christmas, and upcoming release, The Perfect Rom-Com.
    She lives in Tennessee with her husband and children in their growing farmhouse lifestyle and writes heartwarming romantic comedies that have been featured in such places as The Hollywood Reporter, Travel + Leisure, Woman’s World, and BuzzFeed. Join along her journey with over 800,000 other followers at @ourfriendlyfarmhouse.
    RESOURCES
    Pre-order Melissa’s newest fiction title The Perfect Rom-Com
    Check out Melissa’s romantic comedy books here
    Sign up for Melissa’s newsletter at MelissaFerguson.com
    Looking to earn an income from your YouTube channel? Join my YouTube Success Masterclass today!
    Explore all of my course offerings including sourdough, sewing, blogging, and YouTube
    CONNECT
    Melissa Ferguson of The Friendly Farmhouse | Website | Instagram | TikTok | Goodreads | BookBub | Pinterest
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • This week's round of questions took us through a wide range of motherhood and homemaking topics: how I keep my home in order with a large family, getting my babies/toddlers to sleep through the night, and quite a few things in my motherhood journey that I just don't worry about anymore. I'd love for you to join me for this coffee chat!
    In this episode, we cover:

    You won't believe how few toys I keep in my home with eight kids

    A modern grocery convenience that I fully indulge in

    Thoughts for anyone who has ever felt like homemaking is not a valuable pursuit

    Sleep trainings tips for older babies and toddlers

    Our approach to health insurance as a large entrepreneurial family

    Why I don't worry about my kids spreading sickness to each other

    My thought process behind what baby items to store between each baby

    How minimalism makes the most of small home with a large family

    My survival strategies for pregnancy nausea in the first trimester

    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Grab my free list of staples to stock your from-scratch pantry
    Join my Simple Sewing course and my Simple Sourdough course today!
    Explore all of my course offerings including sourdough, sewing, blogging, and YouTube
    CONNECT
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • If you know anything about homesteading, you know who Joel Salatin is. Joel has been farming and teaching about farming for decades, and he brings his wealth of experience to this conversation for the new homesteader. What is the bigger picture of homesteading? How can you make money on a homestead? What should you avoid when purchasing land? If you are hoping to start a homestead or have already started your homesteading journey, this episode is full of the encouragement and practical knowledge you need!
    In this episode, we cover:

    How starting a homestead in 2024 is different than previous generations

    You don’t need as much land as you think to start a homestead

    If you can only have one stream of income from your homestead, do this!

    Can you actually save money raising your own meat?

    The top small farm mistakes to avoid

    What to look for when shopping for homestead property

    How to expand your farm offerings if you want to make a living on your homestead

    An explanation for the rise in agrotourism and the opportunity it presents to homesteaders

    The importance of building a strong community among farmers and homesteaders

    What is the point of homesteading anyways?


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT JOEL
    Joel Salatin calls himself a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer. Others who like him call him the most famous farmer in the world, the high priest of the pasture, and the most eclectic thinker from Virginia since Thomas Jefferson. Those who don’t like him call him a bio-terrorist, Typhoid Mary, charlatan, and starvation advocate.
    With 12 published books and a thriving multi-generational family farm, he draws on a lifetime of food, farming, and fantasy to entertain and inspire audiences around the world. He’s as comfortable moving cows in a pasture as addressing CEOs at a Wall Street business conference.
    He co-owns, with his family, Polyface Farm in Swoope, Virginia. Featured in the New York Times bestseller Omnivore’s Dilemma and award-winning documentary Food Inc., the farm services more than 5,000 families, 50 restaurants, 10 retail outlets, and a farmers’ market with salad bar beef, pigaerator pork, pastured poultry, and forestry products. When he’s not on the road speaking, he’s at home on the farm, keeping the callouses on his hands and dirt under his fingernails, mentoring young people, inspiring visitors, and promoting local, regenerative food and farming systems.
    Salatin is the editor of The Stockman Grass Farmer, granddaddy catalyst for the grass farming movement. He writes the Pitchfork Pulpit column for Mother Earth News, as well as numerous guest articles for ACRES USA and other publications. A frequent guest on radio programs and podcasts targeting preppers, homesteaders, and foodies, Salatin’s practical, can-do solutions tied to passionate soliloquies for sustainability offer everyone food for thought and plans for action.
    RESOURCES
    The Lean Farm books by Ben Hartman
    Selling the Invisible by Harry Beckwith
    The Sheer Ecstasy of Being a Lunatic Farmer by Joel Salatin
    Polyface Micro by Joel Salatin
    Looking to earn an income from your YouTube channel? Join my YouTube Success Masterclass today!
    Explore all of my course offerings including sourdough, sewing, blogging, and YouTube
    CONNECT
    Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms | Website | Instagram | Facebook
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • When you put significant effort into sourcing and growing high quality food for your family, you quickly learn that you need a reliable way to preserve it for future use. Many homemakers are familiar with the tried and true methods of canning, fermenting, and dehydrating, but there is a newer method on the scene that is revolutionizing the way we preserve food. Carolyn started out very skeptical of freeze drying but has since become an expert. She’s joining me to share how freeze drying has transformed her homestead kitchen and how it can improve the way you preserve food!
    In this episode, we cover:

    How a freeze-drying skeptic became a believer

    What is the difference between dehydrating and freeze drying?

    A brief scientific explanation of why freeze dried food maintains its nutritional value and flavor

    What to be aware of when you first start freeze drying

    How to know if your freeze dried food is safe to eat

    Talking through various short-term and long-term storage options

    How freeze drying lends itself to from-scratch meals on-the-go

    A behind-the-scenes look at writing a book about freeze drying

    What you need to set up a freeze drying station in your own home


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT CAROLYN
    Carolyn Thomas and her husband, Josh, live on a 40 acre homestead in Idaho surrounded by gardens, livestock and children. She spends her days rocking babies, homeschooling her children and preserving food for the coming winter. As part of her passion she also teaches homesteading skills to encourage other families to live simply and focus on the things that really matter... faith, family and really good food!
    RESOURCES
    Take my class on fermenting vegetables through School of Traditional Skills
    Check out Carolyn’s new book: Freeze-Drying the Harvest
    Listen to my recent conversation all about sourdough myths with Carolyn on her podcast 
    Join my Simple Sewing course and my Simple Sourdough course today!
    Explore all of my course offerings including sourdough, sewing, blogging, and YouTube
    CONNECT
    Carolyn Thomas of Homesteading Family | Website | Podcast | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • We are back with another Q&A episode! You all asked how I get my babies to sleep through the night, if I’m still following a pro-metabolic lifestyle, and how I avoid the chaos of a messy home. If you’d like to submit a question for a future episode, visit bit.ly/SFLquestions. I’m so glad you are joining me for this coffee chat!
    In this episode, we cover:

    My main strategy for avoiding overwhelming mess in my home

    An update on how I feel about pro-metabolic eating now

    My method for helping my babies sleep through the night

    Why I don’t use a water filter anymore

    How I approach naps on the go with my older babies

    Why I don’t drink red raspberry leaf tea during pregnancy anymore

    An explanation of how bloggers make passive income

    Why I’m not worried about my kids being exposed to farm germs

    My strategy for getting probiotics into my family’s diet every day


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    MENTIONS
    Episode on minimalism with Dawn of the Minimal Mom
    Episode on decluttering with Robyn of Minimalist Home
    Episode about the pro-metabolic approach to health with Kori Meloy & Fallon Lee
    LEARN MORE FROM ME
    Simple Sewing Series Course
    Simple Sourdough Course
    YouTube Success Academy
    Create Your Blog Dream Course
    Daily Sourdough Cookbook
    CONNECT
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • We all know that it is important to declutter our homes to maximize our decorating efforts, but decluttering is work we often avoid. After all, decorating is the fun part. In this episode, Shannon shares her process of transforming your home into a place you love to be by taking the right steps in the right order. We chat about where to start when you are overwhelmed by clutter, how to maintain order in a home full of people, finding your decorating style, and more. If the change of seasons has you itching to bring some order and beauty to your home, don’t miss this conversation!
    In this episode, we cover:

    The importance of taking the foundational steps before decorating your home

    How to figure out what you should declutter first

    The mindset shift to begin turning your current home into your dream home

    A simple, cozy approach to Christmas decor that doesn’t break the bank

    Strategies for maintaining a tidy home when you have lots of people home all day

    Establishing routines that work for the whole family in your current season

    Ideas for arranging your living room without having the TV as the focal point

    How to prioritize statement pieces in your decorating while on a budget

    Identify what your decorating style is


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT SHANNON
    Shannon Acheson is an author, entrepreneur, content creator, home organizing and interior decorating expert, and the creative force behind HomeMadeLovely.com - a celebrated blog helping moms declutter, organize and add style to their homes since 2010.
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Check out Shannon’s previous interview on my podcast!
    More Style, Less Mess Course by Shannon
    Check out both of Shannon’s books on decluttering and decorating
    Shannon’s list of 50 things you should throw away today
    DIY frame TV tutorial by Sarah from She Holds Dearly
    CONNECT
    Shannon Acheson of Home Made Lovely | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Pinterest
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • If you are overwhelmed by your home, your schedule, your many responsibilities as a mother, wife, homemaker, business owner, and more, this episode is for you! No matter the source of your stress, Chelsi Jo has a system for you. Don’t miss this conversation full of practical steps you can take to get back to peaceful and purposeful days.
    In this episode, we cover:

    How prioritizing your family’s fundamental needs can transform your overwhelm into peace

    Discerning what you need to erase from your schedule so you can prioritize what matters most

    Why routine stacking helps you flow seamlessly through your day and handle curveballs

    Where to start if you want to implement systems into your home as an overwhelmed mom

    Staying productive no matter your season of life

    The addictive power of social media in derailing our systems and stealing our focus

    Breaking down the “I don’t have time” myth

    Strategies for maintaining tidiness in your home

    Is it possible to uphold systems in your life and home when you are in a season of crisis?


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT CHELSI JO
    Chelsi Jo is a wife, mom, CEO, top ranked podcaster, and system obsessed professional here to help every mom create the consistent income she wants and needs, without sacrificing her home or herself in the process. 
    After 17 years in corporate and 5 years of running an event based business she realized it was time to share the systems she had created to stay organized and keep up with the demands of being a busy mom so other women could have the same success without the overwhelm. 
    She specializes in teaching other work from home moms the strategic systems they need to manage their home in as little time as possible, plus create major impact and income in the hours they set aside to work. 
    From time blocking and fundamental needs, to workflows and team management she is confident that her strategic systems are the key to every modern working mom's success.
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Take The Quiz To Find Out Which System You Need To Go From Overwhelmed To Organized
    Listen to Chelsi Jo’s podcast
    CONNECT
    Chelsi Jo Moore of Systemize Your Life | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • Do you want to know my real thoughts on sourdough discard recipes! In this episode, I’m answering more of your questions about all things sourdough! How do you know when your dough is done rising? What is the best time of day to start sourdough? How can I turn any recipe into a sourdough recipe? Join me for this conversation about one of my favorite topics!
    In this episode, we cover:

    An easy formula for turning any recipe into a sourdough recipe

    What ingredients to include in your long ferment

    My unfiltered thoughts on discard recipes

    Encouragement for anyone intimidated to start sourdough

    What to look for in timing your bulk ferment

    Sample baking schedules for each season

    What to expect when baking with freshly-milled whole wheat flour

    Tips for making the switch from baking yeast bread to baking sourdough 

    Why I’m moving from a stand mixer to mixing by hand

    My best tip for cutting a crusty sourdough loaf

    The top sourdough recipe worth mastering


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Listen to part one of this Sourdough Q&A series or watch on YouTube
    How to Convert Any Recipe to Sourdough
    Check out my Christmas sourdough episode with Ash of Turner Farm or watch on YouTube
    Listen to my episode with Kristin all about baking with freshly-milled flour or watch on YouTube
    How To Cut Sourdough Bread For The Perfect Slice
    Join my Simple Sourdough course
    Pre-order my new cookbook Daily Sourdough
    Check out all my sourdough recipes on the blog
    Explore all of my course offerings including sourdough, sewing, blogging, YouTube
    CONNECT
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • The world of online business is exploding with opportunities.  There seems to be something for everyone.  In this conversation, Katie and I chat about our favorite stream of revenue in online business: blogging.  The blogging landscape has changed drastically over the years, and it is ripe with opportunity for those willing to learn the strategy and devote the time.  If you love chatting business strategy as much as I do, join us for this peek behind the curtain in the lives of two career bloggers!
    In this episode, we cover:

    Advice from two seasoned bloggers to those who are just getting started

    Are successful blogs built by luck or hard work?

    Putting in the work early in your business before hiring help

    Viewing blogging through a business lens rather than a personal lens

    Finding what motivates you to push through hard seasons of business

    Why it is important to keep producing even if you don’t do it perfectly

    Discerning which online platform is best for you: blogging, YouTube, social media, etc.


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT KATIE
    Katie lives in Virginia with her husband, three daughters, a chocolate lab, and over thirty chickens. She loves creating simple tutorials for sourdough, bread, and soap. Her recipes, articles, and YouTube videos reach millions of people per year.
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Create Your Blog Dream
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    Katie of Heart’s Content Farmhouse | Website | YouTube | Pinterest | Instagram
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast?  A guest you’d like me to interview?  Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • Herbal teas and fermented beverages are a great way to improve your health while enjoying a tasty drink. In this episode, we dive into a few of the more enjoyable ways to include impactful nutrients in your diet with CeAnne of Farmhouse Teas. On a quest to heal her own chronic illness, CeAnne discovered the power of herbal medicine and began creating salves, teas, and ferments for her own family. Whether you are on your own journey of healing from illness or are simply looking to level up your health, join in for this educational conversation!
    In this episode, we cover:

    How CeAnne started her family business 10 years ago and what it looks like today

    Impacting chronic disease through herbal remedies and ferments

    CeAnne’s story of replacing coffee with tea in her pursuit of healing

    Why herbal tea lends itself well to making kombucha

    Is it safe for pregnant women and children to drink kombucha?

    What happens to the sugar content in the process of making kombucha

    Troubleshooting carbonation issues in fermented drinks

    The heart behind building a successful family business based on your passions


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT CEANNE
    CeAnne is wife to The Farmer and Mama to four adopted kiddos. She helps farm lov'n families turn common herbs into powerful medicines in order to create health and wellness for their families, without the fuss. In 2014 they left their small city lot for a two acre farm outside of town. With dreams of growing the bulk of their own food they also started hand crafting their own herbal medicines and teas. It all started with a single packet of seeds and the lovely calendula flower.
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Use code FARMHOUSE20 at FarmhouseTeas.com
    Coffee Drinker’s Guide to Loose Leaf Tea
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    CeAnne Kosel of Farmhouse Teas | Website | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • I have been baking sourdough for over 13 years, so I have learned a thing or two along the way. You will find lots of sourdough educators out there who will equip you with technical and scientific knowledge about the process of sourdough, and while that certainly serves a purpose, I prefer to make sourdough simple and accessible for the everyday home cook. My goal is to remove the overwhelm and show you how homemade sourdough bread can easily fit into your life, even if you don’t think you have time. Join me for the first part in this sourdough Q&A series!
    In this episode, we cover:

    How to make your bread taste more or less sour

    Can flour type change the taste of your final product?

    Storage options for homemade bread

    Why does my sourdough bread have a gooey texture?

    My thoughts on when to store baked goods in the fridge

    When and how to prepare a sourdough recipe ahead of time

    Does it matter if I stir my starter down before measuring for a recipe?

    Why variations in your starter are normal

    Tips for storing your starter for long periods of time

    How much time do I need to devote to making sourdough?

    How the seasons impact sourdough baking

    Does it make sense to bake sourdough for a small family?


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Check out my sourdough course: http://bit.ly/farmhousesourdoughcourse
    Pre-order my sourdough cookbook: https://click.convertkit-mail.com/e5u4wp2xdru7hp3xz0rc8h74eww22hl/z2hghnh364gm3nbp/aHR0cHM6Ly9ob21lc3RlYWRsaXZpbmcuY29tL2Zhcm1ob3VzZS1vbi1ib29uZQ==
    Make a week’s worth of sourdough bread in one day
    Same-day sourdough bread
    Gluten-free sourdough bread & gluten-free sourdough starter
    Two weeks in the life of my sourdough starter
    Don’t meal plan
    Small batch sourdough
    CONNECT
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • Living responsibly with our finances does not mean total deprivation. While there are many voices telling us how to achieve our financial goals, Jill of Frugal Friends Podcast teaches that choices about money are not black and white, but will vary from person to person based on our values. The notion of values-based spending gives you freedom to use your money on the things that matter most to you. Join us to hear Jill’s refreshing perspective on all things spending and saving!
    In this episode, we cover:

    Looking beyond budgeting and embracing values-based spending

    Practical tips for evaluating your own personal values

    The top five reasons for impulse spending and how to interrupt the pattern

    How you can challenge yourself to put an end to impulse purchases

    Why having unlimited resources is not actually ideal

    How the content you consume impacts your spending habits

    Landing in the “radical middle” between extreme finance messaging

    Mindset shifts and practical strategies for saving money on groceries amidst ever-increasing costs

    Ideas for navigating Christmas gifts while trying to save money


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT JILL
    Jill Sirianni is a licensed clinical social worker and co-host of the Frugal Friends podcast. She’s experienced in doing a lot with a little—from starting small businesses to full-time RVing—all of it was leveraged to pay off $60,000 of debt and cash flow her masters degree. Helping others is her highest value and integrating her mental health perspective with personal finance is how she supports others to identify, and live out of, what they value most. When she’s not meeting with clients or podcasting, you can find her in the garden or hosting friends in her home. She lives in St. Petersburg, Florida, with her husband Eric.
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Listen to Jill & Jen’s previous appearance on Simple Farmhouse Life
    Pre-order the book Buy What You Love Without Going Broke by Jill Sirianni & Jen Smith
    CONNECT
    Jill Sirianni of Frugal Friends Podcast | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • As mothers, we are often sold lies about what our lives will look like while raising children. Unfortunately, many of these voices paint motherhood in a negative light. At the beginning of her motherhood journey, Meg was quick to recognize these lies and embrace a different outlook instead. This conversation is incredibly encouraging for any mother who is ready to embrace her current season of motherhood with all its blessings and challenges. Meg urges us to lean into our personalities and strengths as mothers and stop comparing ourselves to what others are doing. What will it take for your unique family to flourish? Listen in to take your next step!
    In this episode, we cover:

    Overturning the narrative that your life is over when you become a mother

    How to find your own unique inspiration in motherhood without falling prey to comparison

    Being honest with yourself about your season of life and embracing flexibility

    Assessing what mental blocks are hindering you from getting things done

    How Meg and her family have traveled the world together even while raising young kids

    The beauty of allowing your personality as a mother to influence your family’s daily rhythm

    Embracing your strengths and delegating your weaknesses in building community

    Talking through the logistics of finding and growing friendships as a mom

    The problem with perfectionism in health, homeschooling, diet, etc.

    Weighing your values when it comes to deciding where to make compromises

    The importance of sifting through the mass of conflicting information and finding what works for you


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT MEG
    Meg is a past nutrition counselor with a passion for taking the “complicated” out of healthy living and adventure. She currently is a momma to four littles and loves to share with other mom’s how to flourish in motherhood! 
    CONNECT
    Meg Thompson of Flourishing Motherhood | Website | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | Pinterest | Facebook
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • Join me for another casual chat where I answer some of the questions you guys sent in! Everything from a behind the scenes peek at my content business to diapering and feeding babies… these questions run the gamut. If you’d like me to answer your question on a future episode of the podcast, visit http://bit.ly/SFLquestions.
    In this episode, we cover:

    What I love about our vintage stove and some regrets

    Our non-traditional approach to health insurance for our large self-employed family

    Do I consider myself a working mom or a stay-at-home mom?

    Would I use antibiotics for strep throat?

    How to move past feelings of overwhelm in your business and move the needle forward

    Do I ever wake up in the morning with no motivation to get started on the day?

    A peek behind the scenes of how I create my homemaking YouTube videos

    Where I splurge on home decor for the biggest impact and where I save money

    Why I don’t use cloth diapers anymore and what I do instead

    My approach to transitioning my babies onto solid foods

    Do I save and store baby items in between babies?

    Keeping our kids safe while using a wood stove to heat our home

    How often do my children help with chores?


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Listen to my chat with Leslie Burris about our vintage stoves
    Samaritan Ministries 
    My Q&A episode on how we handle illness and medicine in our family
    My latest video on our summer menu (frying sage leaves in butter)
    TWOPAGES Custom Curtains
    Toups and Co Organics
    Purely Parsons radiant facial serum
    CONNECT
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

  • As a busy mom and business owner, I am a big advocate for decluttering and simplifying your home. Keeping a minimal home has given me so much time and peace back. But once you have decluttered, what does it look like to maintain a sense of order in your home every day? Is it even possible with young children? Lisa of The Habits & Home Show helps women create long-term systems and habits to keep their homes running smoothly after decluttering. In our conversation, we dive into the idea of following the natural flow of your home, why you might want to do away with checklists, and the problem with chasing perfection. If you are a homemaker or mother who feels overwhelmed by a full plate, join us for this impactful discussion!
    In this episode, we cover:

    The tragedy that led Lisa to begin her minimalism journey 

    Why you don’t need charts and checklists to get things done

    Recognizing the natural flow in your home and creating habits to support it

    The steps you need to take in your home so that it can be reset quickly everyday

    What are the signs that your home has become too much to manage?

    Discerning when you need to let things go to create more margin in your life

    A step-by-step process for pursuing a new project in the midst of a full life

    How perfectionism can derail your forward momentum and what to do instead

    The importance of tailoring others’ advice to your own unique circumstances


    View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.
    Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!
    ABOUT LISA LIZOTTE
    Lisa is a Professional Organizer and Habits Coach helping busy women bring order to their homes by downsizing and decluttering and ditching old habits in exchange for systems that bring peace and more enjoyment to their homes.
    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    The Habits & Home Show Podcast
    Freebie: Daily Reset Checklist habitsandhome.com
    Shop: habitsandhome.shop
    CONNECT
    Lisa Lizotte of Habits & Home | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest
    Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest
    Do you have a question you’d like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you’d like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.