Learn how to create a joyful home atmosphere, using what you have, right where you are.
The good news? There's no one telling you how to structure your day. The bad news? There's no one telling you how to structure your day. When you stay home to take care of the house, there's a lot to get done. But there's also a lot of freedom. You could waste your time, or
Whether you're cleaning, doing laundry, meal planning, tackling home maintenance, or doing those errands and shopping - these household chores tips help.
No, it's not because you're lazy.
Learn what old fashioned homemaking is, how to embrace it, and whether or not its for you! Recently I added a sub page to my ABOUT page, with the Back Road Bloom manifesto. I wanted to have a short and sweet version of what Back Road Bloom is all about and I wanted to showcase
Tried and true, old fashioned homemaking routines to help make your home clean, organized, and cozy. Do you wish you could keep home like grandma did? Is your house always a bit unorganized, messy, and behind? Do you want to create a cozy, clean, and inviting home?! I have a solution for you! Try adapting
Simple tips for eliminating and preventing old book smells You open up your favorite book for your yearly re-read and are immediately hit with a musty stench. The unpleasant mildew odor is making it hard for you to focus on the story, but...
I shared my personal journey from clutter and depression and I was blown away by the number of people who are in the same place or came from that same place of clutter and emotional turmoil. It’s a vicious cycle: anxiety or depression can lead to a cluttery home and a cluttery home can lead to depression and more…
13 old-fashioned homemaking skills that are still useful for modern homemakers to learn and practice in their own homes.
Books that have been stored or shelved for a long time can sometimes start to smell musty, especially if they have been in a slightly damp environment. This is a guide about removing the musty smell from books.
Have you ever come across these pictures with retro ladies smiling combined with sarcastic tongue-in-cheek captions? If you have, and also found them funny, then this article is your cup of tea.
Etiquette is still important in today's society, but sometimes you wouldn't know it. Are you making these common mistakes?
See what happened when I tried a 1950s housewife schedule for one day! How different is it from todays stay at home mom daily schedule?
Vintage Chicken Photos- I thought I'd share some fun vintage chicken posters I found online. Many of these look to be pre-WW2: Courtesy of Farm Security Administration/Office of War Information I love this shot, and the kid height sink I had to add this, even though there's no chicken, because it's so cute!
Make your own extracts for delicious baking and gift giving! The possibilites are endless, and the recipes are easy to follow! Alcohol free recipes included
This listing is for a digital reproduction of the 1943 classic "Make Do and Mend" booklet. This book was written during the era of wartime rationing and conservation, and remains as relevant as ever for the environmentally concerned and budget minded sewist. This 36pg booklet provides instruction on increasing the life of your clothing, mending, washing and ironing technique, clothing storage, as well as remaking clothing. You will receive a full color scan of this booklet, available for instant download as soon as payment is received. The fine print and terms of use: Purchasing this book represents agreement that the buyer will use this book for personal use only, not for reproduction or resale in whole or in part. The original, rare book is in the public domain; however, this restored and revised edition has been created from my personal collection and is protected by copyright. Buyers are encouraged to use and print these images for personal use (such as scrapbooking, collage art, mixed media, digital collage) but they can NOT be resold as collage sheets, clip art or image downloads.
Cleaning your home is an expression of gratitude for the items that support you day in and day out, season after season. It brings peace and calm into your space – and can soothe your body and mind.
When you hear the word homemaking, do you think of cleaning or 50's housewives? Find out why "homemaking" is so much more than you think!
Modern conveniences and busy schedules have made modern housekeeping faster and less hands-on. But what important, old-fashioned homemaking skills have we lost? Here are some ideas to inspire you, and tips to get you started. Table of contents1. 🍎 Gardening2. 🥫 Preserving Seasonal Food3. 🍞 Baking Bread4. 🍽 Cooking from scratch5. 📒 Planning ahead6. 🧶
I find that we tend to think of ourselves, living in our modern, digital world, as so much better than the people that came before us. We think we are so "advanced" but in reality, most of us are hardly equipped to actually fend for ourselves. We rely on the internet, grocery stores, electric companies,
Whether you're a collector or just the owner of a cherished old family heirloom, you need to know how to clean books, especially old ones.
This weekend, despite my general rage regarding some of the bogus violations we received from our latest HOA inspection , I decided to tackl...
I think it’s ironic that after I had my third child I was the most unorganized I have ever been and here I am writing this post about a declutter challenge. One thing I have learned about myself is…
Ready to kickstart your decluttering but need some help? Below are the 10 best declutter challenge printables, checklists and tips to FINALLY get rid of the clutter in your home. …
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Your toilet is clogged and you can't find a plunger. Don't worry, there are other ways to clear a clogged toilet. Here are four of the easiest ways to get things flowing again.
Some things your grandma knew we are rediscovering and some of it we never forgot. Of course, none of this will do you any good if you don't try it.
Homemaking can be stressful! There's so much to do and not enough time! You can be a homemaking ROCKSTAR! Check out these homemaking tips and tricks today!
Marie Kondo ain’t the only one with the hot tips
If the end of the world as we know it happens, skills like driving will be useless, but the skills of our forefathers will never be useless.
Who wants to smell like an old lady? You know that musty, sweet smell Grandma has? There are things you can do to avoid it. Find out causes and cures.
Emily Matchar's book Homeward Bound: Why Women Are Embracing the New Domesticity is a thorough look at how the DIY economy is shaping a generation.
What are the basic skills you need as a homemaker? Master this list of homemaking basics before tackling more advanced skills.
I was watching a YouTube video the other day over at the Daily Connoisseur entitled, Five Tips to an Efficient Home, and I was struck by one of Jennifer’s tips. She advised that you treat your home as if it were a boutique hotel. She didn’t go into a whole lot of detail about how
Simple and actionable tips for slow homemaking that will help you to ditch the pressures of rushing so you can truly enjoy your homemaking. Lately I've been in a rut. I've been struggling with a lot of self-doubt with regards to my homemaking. I had all of these GRAND intentions for the New Year (sparkling
Wondering when to start fall cleaning & decluttering list & what to tackle? Here’s a printable checklist to get you started!
Maybe you are passionate about domesticity or simply love the Stepford Wives films. Now you can be a Stepford Wife too!
Acorn is probably one of the most overlooked survival foods. Here is how to prepare acorns for consumption and use them in recipes.
Our home cleaning schedule includes checklists for daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal, and annual cleaning. You'll know exactly what to clean in your home and when, which takes the guesswork out of keeping your space tidy.
“There is nothing more terrible than activity without insight.” Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) Are you living more as a human being or a human doing? At our core, we were meant to be, not do. …To be in God’s presence. To be still. To be His people, and as an outflow from our identity in Him, to live godly lives and love others. Yet most of… Read more
Revisiting Traditional Food Preservation In 2024, living without a refrigerator might seem like a step back in time, but it’s increasingly becoming a choice for those seeking a simpler, more sustainable lifestyle. This article explores how modern households are adapting to life without refrigeration, embracing traditional methods of food preservation, and reducing their environmental impact. […]
Do you really need all that stuff? Here's the Organizing Queen's best advice.
You know that you have too much stuff, but did you know that that stuff was draining your resources? It really and truly is. I've done the research and you are being robbed blind, by YOUR STUFF! Check it out:
