A Beautiful Mess Podcast
- Episodes
- 327
- Released
- weekly
- Latest episode
- Nov 9, 2026
About the 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.
Episodes 327
#325: Holiday Bucket List
This week we're getting a head start on our holiday bucket lists, we're sharing more about our favorite subject: Little Free Libraries and we're playing a fun game about which fictional characters embody us …
Show notes
This week we're getting a head start on our holiday bucket lists, we're sharing more about our favorite subject: Little Free Libraries and we're playing a fun game about which fictional characters embody us.
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.
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get five percent back on every purchase. Head to Wayfair.com to shop all things home.
Elsie's Holiday Bucket List:
Exploit Christmas
Kitchen movie marathon
Make cookie boxes
Make marbled ornaments
Write a new first draft
Emma's Holiday Bucket List:
Go on Polar Express
Ornaments with the kids
DIY Christmas Wreath
Make Oreo Truffles and Sausage Balls for Book Club party
Hire someone to install Christmas lights
Authors Elsie follows:
Ann Patchett
Carol Clair Burke
Alice Hoffman
Brandon Sanderson
John Green
Christy Anne Jones
E.L. Shen
Kacie B Keegan
3 Fictional characters that embody them:
Elsie - Morticia Addams, Amy March, and Elle Woods
Emma - Leslie Knope, Linda Belcher, and Sally Owens
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#324: Thoughtful Gift Giving Ideas
This week we're talking about how we plan gifts, giving secondhand items and the inevitable "avalanche of stuff" that enters our homes as moms of young kids. We're also answering a listener question about …
Show notes
This week we're talking about how we plan gifts, giving secondhand items and the inevitable "avalanche of stuff" that enters our homes as moms of young kids. We're also answering a listener question about career transitions and one about navigating family relationships after leaving the religion you were raised in.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Get 10% off + free shipping at Tumbleliving.com/MESS
Try their products and support our show by going to DrinkLMNT.com/ABeautifulMess.
Download the Vinted app for free to start selling with no seller fees, so you keep everything
Tips for getting really thoughtful Christmas gifts:
Slow shopping
Creative gifts
Ask and then follow the suggestions
Experiences
Send the gift early
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#323: Thanksgiving Debate + Cozy Fall Home
This week we're chatting about Thanksgiving dishes, discussing a hot take about why Thanksgiving is the worst meal of the year and answering a question about rugs. We'll also share a book report, so grab your …
Show notes
This week we're chatting about Thanksgiving dishes, discussing a hot take about why Thanksgiving is the worst meal of the year and answering a question about rugs. We'll also share a book report, so grab your warm beverage and let's get into it.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Head to Oakessentials.com and use code MESS for 15% off your first order at checkout.
Get an exclusive 20% off their first order at pendulum.co/MESS.
Elsie's Autumn Senses:
Eating and drinking: Apple cider slushies and Baked Brie with pie crust
Smelling: Heirloom Pumpkin
Watching: East of Eden
Listening: Neptune by Sufjan Stevens
Wearing: Christy Dawn Dresses
Emma's Autumn Senses:
Eating and drinking: Collagen hot chocolate, apple cider, cinnamon tea, royal icing sugar cookies and pumpkin crumb cookies
Smelling: Pumpkin candles
Watching: Nothing but wishes Bob's Burgers would come back
Wearing: Sweater
Favorite Thanksgiving sides:
Elsie: Stuffing, Stuffing meatballs, and Shrimp cocktail
Emma: Baked macaroni and cheese, Dinner rolls with honey butter, and Green bean cassorole
Book Report:
Hollywood Ending by John Green
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#322: Ghost Stories
This week we're doing our annual reading of listener submitted ghost stories. We're also sharing our review of the movie Verity and a hot take about spoilers in book reviews. Thank you to this week's sponsor …
Show notes
This week we're doing our annual reading of listener submitted ghost stories. We're also sharing our review of the movie Verity and a hot take about spoilers in book reviews.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Timeline is offering a 15-day trial of the Mitopure Resurfacing Exfoliator for just $22. Go to Timeline.com/MESS to try it for $22. Ready to make it part of your routine? Go to Timeline.com/MESS20 to shop the full-size Timeline Mitopure Resurfacing Exfoliator and save up to 20%
Head to LolaBlankets.com and use code MESS to get 40% OFF your order.
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#321: Cozy Fall Dream Day
This week is all about fall, what our dreamiest autumn days look like, and what we were like as kids. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Head to Wayfair.com to shop all things home. Visit ernesta.com and order …
Show notes
This week is all about fall, what our dreamiest autumn days look like, and what we were like as kids.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Head to Wayfair.com to shop all things home.
Visit ernesta.com and order five samples for only $10, and you'll get $50 toward any rug of your choice.
Elsie's cozy Fall dream day:
Wake up at 5am and work on her novel
Paint for an hour and listen to audiobook
Take a fall walk
Have the best sandwich in town for lunch
Paint some more
Pick up kids from school and talk with other parents
Halloween movie and baking project
Family dinner
Make popcorn
Watch TV show with Jeremy
Emma's cozy fall dream day:
Wake up at 6am with kids and have coffee in a Halloween mug
Workout/Go on a walk
Do paint by numbers and listen to audiobook
Wear a cozy sweater
Thifting
Activity with the kids
Make bread with Oscar
Read a Halloween book with the kids
Make soup for dinner
Book Report:
Elsie - The Parisian Heist by Jo Piazza
Emma - Margo's got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#320: Emma's Book Querying Journey
In this week's episode, Emma is telling the story of her querying journey and the path to traditionally publishing her romance novel. It's a great story, and we are very excited for you to get to hear it. We're …
Show notes
In this week's episode, Emma is telling the story of her querying journey and the path to traditionally publishing her romance novel. It's a great story, and we are very excited for you to get to hear it. We're also going to answer a listener question about holiday decorating and a hot take about potlucks.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Try their products and support our show by going to DrinkLMNT.com/ABeautifulMess.
Receive 10% off + free shipping at Tumbleliving.com/MESS.
Get an exclusive 20% off their first order at pendulum.co/MESS.
On holiday decorations:
Elsie - complete but likes to buy 1 thing every year for fun
Emma - Adding to her collections
Check out The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
Check out Query Bootcamp by Lauren Kay
What goes into a query letter:
A hook (very short one paragraph what your book is, don't give away the ending)
A synopsis
Some comparable titles
1-2 paragraphs about yourself
what your writing goals are
Tips for navigating rejections:
Talk about it with others
Find inspiration books
It's ok to feel sad
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#319: Finding the Good Stuff
This week's episode is a treasure-hunting guide — how to actually find the best antiques, vintage and handmade stuff online and off. We're also sharing our tips for starting and maintaining a Little Free …
Show notes
This week's episode is a treasure-hunting guide — how to actually find the best antiques, vintage and handmade stuff online and off. We're also sharing our tips for starting and maintaining a Little Free Library.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Head to Oakessentials.com and use code MESS for 15% off your first order at checkout.
Visit ernesta.com and order five samples for only $10, and you'll get $50 toward any rug of your choice.
Tips for buying art on Ebay:
Put in the type of painting
Keep the words "vintage" or "antique" in the search to weed out all the new stuff
Be consistent
Give it good and different kinds of search terms
Find the fanciest stores that sell vintage
Tips for buying on Etsy:
If you are looking for art, you have to have the word original in your search
Go down your own rabbit holes
Save your favorite shops
Tips for a Little Free Library:
Check out littlefreelibrary.org
Clean out your library every once in a while
Book Report:
Emma - The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods
Elsie - Understory by Chloe Benjamin
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#318: Old Houses, New Chapters
In today's episode we're chatting about the pull of old houses and hometowns — the charm, the challenges and what it actually feels like to move home. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Timeline is offering a …
Show notes
In today's episode we're chatting about the pull of old houses and hometowns — the charm, the challenges and what it actually feels like to move home.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Timeline is offering a 15-day trial of the Mitopure Resurfacing Exfoliator for just $22. Give it 15 days and see how your skin looks and feels. Go to Timeline.com/MESS to try it for $22. Ready to make it part of your routine? Go to Timeline.com/MESS20 to shop the full-size Timeline Mitopure Resurfacing Exfoliator and save up to 20%
Head to LolaBlankets.com and use code MESS to get 40% OFF your order.
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#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 …
Show notes
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#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 …
Show notes
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#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 …
Show notes
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#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 …
Show notes
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#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 …
Show notes
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#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 …
Show notes
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:
Grandma Moses: An American Original
Julie Blackmon: Midwest Materials
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#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 …
Show notes
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#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 …
Show notes
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#309: Chatty Listener Questions Episode
This week we're digging into all kinds of interesting topics listeners emailed us about from body image and the glow up to being the best aunt and even some home decor topics. It's random but it's fun! Thank …
Show notes
This week we're digging into all kinds of interesting topics listeners emailed us about from body image and the glow up to being the best aunt and even some home decor topics. It's random but it's fun!
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.
Questions we answer:
What are you doing for a "Summer Glow Up"?
Has retiring from influencing affected your relationship with the way you look?
Do you have any tips on how to be a great aunt?
What do I do with an heirloom crib that I'm no longer using?
How do I renovate without losing the history of my house?
If your life was a sitcom what would your genre tags be on Netflix?
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#308: Designing Your Dream Life
This week we're chatting about creating a dream life schedule that includes routines and rituals that work together to create a highly customized DREAM LIFE. We love this subject and I think it's something that …
Show notes
This week we're chatting about creating a dream life schedule that includes routines and rituals that work together to create a highly customized DREAM LIFE. We love this subject and I think it's something that can really help us through this current season of life and can help a lot of our listeners. Consider it a group project.
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 exclusive 20% off their first order at pendulum.co/MESS
Designing a dream life:
- Declutter phase
- Brainstorming and trying out dream routines
- Experiment until it's perfect
- Make small tweaks each season.
Book Report:
Emma: The Mountain in the Sea by Ray Nayler
Elsie: The Dollhouse by Fiona Davis
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#307: Mini Comforts
This week we're chatting about small, free or inexpensive comforts you can employ to fix a bad day. Thank you to this week's sponsor: You can try their products and support our show by going to …
Show notes
This week we're chatting about small, free or inexpensive comforts you can employ to fix a bad day.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
You can try their products and support our show by going to DrinkLMNT.com/ABeautifulMess
Just head to LolaBlankets.com and use code [MESS] to get 40% OFF your order.
Mini Comforts:
Elsie:
- Making garlic parmesan noodles.
- Watching Knives Out or another comfort movie.
- Watching Twilight with my kids (has to be raining).
- Wandering a Flea Market
- Taking a walk to peep the Little Free Libraries (or drop books off)
Emma:
- Bake something
- Going thrifting
- Get outside
- Clean something out
- Do a random art project
Book Report:
Emma: Shark Drunk by Morten Stroksnes
Elsie: Whistler by Ann Patchett
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#306: Disney Mom Episode
This week we're sharing all things Disneyland and Disneyworld with children including our best advice for keeping magical vibes, favorite traditions, special foods and things we've learned from almost ten years …
Show notes
This week we're sharing all things Disneyland and Disneyworld with children including our best advice for keeping magical vibes, favorite traditions, special foods and things we've learned from almost ten years of visiting Disney with small kids.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Go to dupe.com to finally feel confident about what to buy
Favorite things to do/ traditions:
Small World
Get every kind of snack possible
Bibbidi bobbidi boutique
Meal with characters
Book Report:
Emma: Her Body and Other Parties By Carmen Maria Machado
Elsie: Famesick by Lena Dunham
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#305: Business Ideas (Past, Present & Future)
This week we're sharing stories from our past businesses, updates on our current ventures and dream business ideas we're still saving for the future. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 57% Off and a Free …
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This week we're sharing stories from our past businesses, updates on our current ventures and dream business ideas we're still saving for the future.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Get 57% Off and a Free Gift with code MESS at FirstDay.com
Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.
Businesses we talk about:
Emma's Cupcake / Bubble Tea Shop
Elsie's Scrapbook Product Line
Emma's Bar
Querying
The Golden Bakery
Book Report
Emma: First Person Singular by Haruki Murakami
Elsie: The Book Witch by Meg Shaffer
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#304: Poolside Books
This week we're sharing our Poolside book recommendations as well as Elsie's favorite hot takes. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get at least 15% off any annual membership at masterclass.com/abeautifulmess …
Show notes
This week we're sharing our Poolside book recommendations as well as Elsie's favorite hot takes.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Get at least 15% off any annual membership at masterclass.com/abeautifulmess
Get 10% off + free shipping at Tumbleliving.com/mess
Elsie's Pollside Books:
The Paper Palace By Miranda Cowley Heller
The Wedding People by Alison Espach
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
Emma's Poolside Books:
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
Things you Save in a Fire by Katherine Center
The Vacationers by Emma Straub
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#303: Best Date Night Ideas
This week we're sharing our favorite date night ideas including date nights at home and a listener topic about the trend of romanticizing everything. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Sign up for your …
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This week we're sharing our favorite date night ideas including date nights at home and a listener topic about the trend of romanticizing everything.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
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Elsie's Favorite date nights:
Movie
Double date
Concert
Weekend getaway
Emma's Favorite date nights:
Fancy Dinner
Festival
Mini golf
Book store
Ax throwing
Karaoke
Elsie's Favorite date nights in:
Movie Nights Fancy takeout at home
Sitting on the porch
hot tub or night swim
walk around the neighborhood
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 [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
#302: Top 3 Places We've Visited
This week we're sharing the top places we've visited as well as places we thing might be overrated and a listeners hot take on faux plants. Thank you to this week's sponsor: You can try their products and …
Show notes
This week we're sharing the top places we've visited as well as places we thing might be overrated and a listeners hot take on faux plants.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
You can try their products and support our show by going to DrinkLMNT.com/ABeautifulMess
Elsie's Best Places:
- Paris
- New Orleans
- Venice/Florence
Emma's Best Places:
- Norway
- Iceland
- Switzerland
Elsie's Overrated Places:
- Nashville
- LA
Emma's Overrated Places:
- Mexico
Elsie's best trip before kids:
Palm Springs
Emma's best trip before kids:
LA
Elsie's best trip with kids:
Disney
Emma's best trip with kids:
Costa Rico
You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com
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#301: Comfort Objects
This week we're discussing comfort objects- little things that bring inordinate comfort into our lives. We're also sharing our cozy rituals and ideal way to spend a day. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Go to …
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This week we're discussing comfort objects- little things that bring inordinate comfort into our lives. We're also sharing our cozy rituals and ideal way to spend a day.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
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Elsie's comfort objects:
- Hoodies and quilts
- A blank journal
- Books / Library ladder
Emma's comfort objects:
- Cardigans
- Bedside books
- Couch blanket
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#300: Summer Bucket List
This week we're sharing what's on our Summer bucket list and discussing a hot take about shoe-free rules in homes. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 15% off at Masterclass.com/ABEAUTIFULMESS Go to Dupe.com …
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This week we're sharing what's on our Summer bucket list and discussing a hot take about shoe-free rules in homes.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
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Elsie's Summer Bucket List:
- Family vacation to New England
- Summer Reading Goals
- Teaching kids basic skills
- Establish a family movie night
- Draft a new novel
Emma's Summer Bucket List:
- On Sabbatical
- Family night in Branson
- Make a digit collage project
- Take a trip with her husband
- Clean out kids' toys and books
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#299: Yesteryear & What Kind of Genius are You?
This week we're discussing Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke and taking a quiz on what kind of genius we are. We'll also chat about a listener hot take on whether or not kids should be taught euphanisms. Thank …
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This week we're discussing Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke and taking a quiz on what kind of genius we are. We'll also chat about a listener hot take on whether or not kids should be taught euphanisms.
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The 6 Types of Genius:
Wonder
Discernment
Invention
Enablement
Galvanizing
Tenacity
Feel Something, Make Something by Caitlyn Metz
Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke
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#298: The Five Minute Practice that Changed my Life (with guest Katie Day)
This week we are joined by our bestie Katie Day who is here to share the five minute practice that changed her life. We'll also discuss a hot take about white tennis shoes. Thank you to this week's sponsor …
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This week we are joined by our bestie Katie Day who is here to share the five minute practice that changed her life. We'll also discuss a hot take about white tennis shoes.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Katie's 5 minute practice:
Get water
3 things you are grateful for
First person goal
Connect with Katie:
https://www.instagram.com/ohkatieday/
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Shailey & Katie's Lemonade Stand Podcast
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#297: What it's really like working with family
This week we're getting honest about what it's really like working with family. We've been working together since our early 20s and people always ask how we do it so today we're spilling the tea. We're also …
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This week we're getting honest about what it's really like working with family. We've been working together since our early 20s and people always ask how we do it so today we're spilling the tea. We're also discussing what we're reading and a hot take about long vs short books.
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Biggest Pro: Time spent together
Biggest con: More risk to the relationship
Book Report:
Elsie: Lincoln in The Bardo by George Saunders
Emma: Lights Out By Navessa Allen
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#296: Books That Changed How We See the World
This week we're talking about the books that genuinely shifted how we see the world — not just 5 star reads, but the ones that rewired our thinking and books we still find ourselves talking about years later …
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This week we're talking about the books that genuinely shifted how we see the world — not just 5 star reads, but the ones that rewired our thinking and books we still find ourselves talking about years later.
Thank you to this week's sponsor:
Make sure to go to Biologica.com/MESS and get up to 32% off your first subscription order today!
Just use code [MESS] for 15% off the Premium Starter Kit at BranchBasics.com.
Elsie's books:
Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton
Station Eleven by Emily Sr. John Mandel
Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro
Emma's books:
Brave New World by Aldous Huxley
The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Nonfiction Bonus:
Elsie: Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert and Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg
Emma: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
Book Report:
Elsie: The Astral Library by Kate Quinn
Emma: One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune
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Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.
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