A Beautiful Mess Podcast

This week we're sharing a guide for how to antique shop inspired by some questions that Candace, one of our listeners, sent in. We promise you that by the end of this episode you'll be itching for a flea market run- or at least we will. It would mean so much to us if you could please fill out this survey about the podcast: https://abeautifulmess.com/podcast-survey/ You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week we're sharing our Spring Bucket Lists which are filled with things we'd like to do, new traditions and fun goals for the coming season. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week Elsie is sharing details and progress of her yearlong renovation including what she's doing and how she's hoping it will improve her daily life in her home. Plus- for our longtime listeners- Elsie has a potentially surprising update on the whole "Forever Home" label. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week we're answering listener questions about how to write your first novel. We're sharing everything we learned in the process that we wish we could tell ourselves on day one! You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

Today we're sharing a deep dive on how to start over. If you're in a rut, whether in your personal life or career, we're going to share tips for starting fresh! You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week we are making our winter bucket list together. So pull out a sheet of paper and let's make some fun goals to bring us comfort and joy during our least favorite season of the year. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week we are time traveling back to 2013 for a rewatch of the movie, About Time starring Rachel McAdams and Domhnall Gleeson. This beautiful film checks all the boxes for us - it's cozy, it's sci-fiction, it's romantic. So if you haven't seen it or it's been a long time, we are going to convince you to rewatch this movie. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

We're two sisters obsessed with reading! If you're not a fiction reader yet, in this episode we'll do our best to convince you to join the dark side with us. If you already are then you are going to get so many book recommendations from this episode. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

Today we have something pretty special. Recently we had our girls trip with a couple of friends, including Elise Cripe, who we often refer to as our third sister. So Elise decided to get off social media over a year ago and we wanted to know EVERYTHING!! You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week we're prepping for the new year with a goal setting episode! We're recapping how our 2024 goals went and sharing some goals we have for 2025. If you are still considering your new year goals we hope this episode encourages you to dream big for 2025! You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week we're doing a rewatch episode of the 2003 Holiday classic Love, Actually. It's one of the all time best! We'll also share some of our holiday traditions that we're doing this year. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week Elsie is sharing a personal topic as she's about to complete her first completely sober year! This is something Elsie was curious to try for years and she learned a lot from the experience. She's excited to share the ups and downs as well as the books she read and a pep talk for anyone considering a similar goal in the future. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week we're discussing the ICONIC 1997 movie- The Fifth Element starring Bruce Willis and Milla Jovavich. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week we're diving into the topic of Core Values. We loved the exercise of thinking of our values as a person, a small business and also for our families. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week we're talking about closet clean outs and curating a closet that's perfect for you. This is a journey we've both been on for a while and we're so excited to share what we've learned and tips for making your own closet fit your current lifestyle perfectly. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

A few years back we did two episodes on our evangelical upbringing and how it has affected the rest of our lives. Even though this isn't our usual content, it's a subject we are very passionate about. In this episode we are sharing how we are raising our own kids, advice for anyone who needs to heal, and our experiences coexisting with people we disagree with. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week we are back with our annual ghost stories episodes. We will also chat about Halloween decor, parties, costumes - all things spooky. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

We're back with a new season!! Today we are spending this episode catching you up on what we did this summer, Emma's new baby, and what we are excited about for fall. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This episode is such a fun one for us- we're going through and making our own A Beautiful Mess Criterion Collection. Movies bring us so much joy and we love highlighting them here. This also gives us a chance to talk about some movies we love that don't fall into the “comfort rewatch” for one reason or another. We've honestly been looking forward to recording this episode for like six months! You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week we're responding to a listener question (hi Share) from a listener who is expecting her first child soon. This will be a parenting episode full of little parenting stories and our tips including naming, gear, self care and you know we love a pep talk. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

This week Elsie is excited to share all about her new art era. If you didn't know she started the baby steps toward a professional art career this year and she is so excited to share more details with you today! This is something Elsie has dreamed of and has been working toward in one way or another since childhood. One of the themes we LOVE to go back to over and over on this podcast is setting goals and achieving dreams. You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.

Today we are rewatching the 1965 movie, The Sound of Music directed by Robert Wise and starring Julie Andrews. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a FREE sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess Save $10 off your first month at nutrafol.com with promo code MESS Start hiring now with a seventy-five dollar credit at indeed.com/abeautiful Receive 25% off your first month at ritual.com/abeautifulmess

Back in April of 2020 we did an episode about our life bucket lists so today we are giving you an update on them. This topic was requested from listener Kelsey Ebling. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a FREE sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess Save 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess Receive 20% off your first order at poshpeanut.com/abm Get $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/mess

Today we are discussing our experience with Created Colorful, which teaches you what colors look best on you. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 15% off your first order at blueland.com/mess Save 15% off at bollandbranch.com with promo code MESS Receive 25% off your first month at ritual.com/abeautifulmess Get a FREE sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess

Today we are doing a deep dive into rugs. We are talking about everything from knowing the right rug for your space to actually keeping them clean especially from when you have pets. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/mess Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/abm Receive $10 off your first month at nutrafol.com with promo code MESS Save 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess

Today we are rewatching Mamma Mia! And Mamma Mia? Here We go Again, starring Meryl Streep and Amanda Seyfried Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a FREE sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess Claim your $75 job credit at indeed.com/abeautiful Save 20% at poshpeanut.com/abm Receive 20% off at honeylove.com/mess

Let's talk about food! 2 years ago we did a cooking episode and a lot has changed since then so we are updating our list of favorite things to cook. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Claim your $75 job credit at indeed.com/abeautiful Receive 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess Receive 25% off your first month at ritual.com/abeautifulmess Save $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/mess

A lot of you tell us that you listen to the podcast with your sister so today we are answering questions about our relationship as sisters. Plus we are doing our book report on The Courage to be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a FREE sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess Save 15% off on your first order with promo code MESS at bollandbranch.com Receive $10 off your first month at nutrafol.com with promo code MESS Sign up for a one-dollar-per0-month trial period at shopify.com/abm

Today we are doing a deep dive into collecting art. Everything from where we purchase art, framing and how to decide what art pieces will work for your space. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 15% off your first order at blueland.com/mess Save 25% off your first month at ritual.com/abeautifulmess Receive 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess Save 20% at poshpeanut.com/abm

Today we are rewatching the 1998 movie, Ever After, directed by Andy Tennant and starring Drew Barrymore and Anjelica Huston. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/mess Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial at shopify.com/abm Get $10 off your first month at nutrafol.com, use promo code MESS Get a FREE sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess

Easter is this Sunday so we are talking about our Easter traditions and how we celebrate. Plus we are sharing our guilty pleasure treasures. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a FREE sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess Receive $10 off your first month at nutrafol.com with promo code MESS Claim your $75 credit at indeed.com/abeautiful Save 20% off at honeylove.com/mess

Spring starts this week so it's time for our annual spring bucket lists. Plus we have our book report on with The Only One Left by Riley Sager. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 15% off your first order at bollandbranch.com with promo code MESS Receive 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess Get a FREE sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess Save $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/mess

We have gotten tons of questions regarding buying furniture for your house like how do you know what will work best in your room or what fabrics are the most durable. So today we are deep diving into all things buying furniture. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 15% off your first order at blueland.com/mess Receive 25% off your first month at ritual.com/abeautifulmess Save 20% at honeylove.com/mess Claim your free sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess

Today we are rewatching the 1991 movie Hook, starring Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman and directed by Steven Spielberg. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get $10 off your first month at nutrafol.com, use promo code MESS Save $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/mess Sign up for a one-dollar-per0-month trial period at shopify.com/abm Receive 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess

Who doesn't want to bring more joy in their lives? This week we are talking about all the little things in life that bring us so much joy. Plus we are doing our book report on The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a free sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess Save 20% off at honeylove.com/mess Receive 15% off at blueland.com/mess Claim your seventy-five dollar credit now at Indeed.com/abeautiful

This week we are answering your questions all about Nova's meditations, printing art, and publishing a book. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Claim your $75 credit at indeed.com/abeautiful Visit betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess to get 10% off your first month Get 30% off your first month at ritual.com/abeautifulmess Get a FREE sample pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess

This week we're doing an episode that has been requested for years, and Elsie is finally feel ready to share it. This is Elsie's adoption story episode. She is going to share the story of how she ended up adopting two children from China. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 15% off your first order at blueland.com/mess Save 40% off your first month at ritual.com/abeautifulmess Claim your free sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess Get $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/mess

This week we're dissecting a favorite comfort watch movie for decor and home inspiration. This is an ongoing series for us, and this week's selection Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone- although we're really talking about all 8 movies and the books. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Save 20% off at honeylove.com/mess Get $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/mess Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial at shopify.com/abm Visit betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess for 10% off your first month

This week we are sharing our experiences as social media influencers from the past ten years. We're sharing how we grew our Instagram, How we earned money influencing, our tips for anyone who wants to get into social media influencing and lastly- why we are taking a bit of a pause from it in 2024. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a FREE sample pack at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess Save 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess Receive a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/abeautifulmess Get $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/mess

Many of you have noticed that our blog has really changed in the past year and this week we are going to share everything about why we've made some pivots and how we began growing our website traffic after TEN YEARS of not growing. This episode is both really business oriented and really personal to us as humans. We're definitely spilling all the tea for ABM. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 40% off your first month at ritual.com/abeautifulmess Claim your $75 credit at indeed.com/abeautiful Enjoy 15% off your first one month supply of NOBS at betterbiom.com/abm Save 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at calm.com/abeautifulmess

The weather is cold outside so this week we are discussing our favorite winter things. Everything from activities, food, and clothing. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Get a FREE sample pack with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/abeautifulmess Save 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess Receive 15% off at blueland.com/mess Save $30 off your fertility test at modernfertility.com/mess30

It's that time of year where everyone is setting goals. Today we are going over our goals for last year and what new ones we are setting for 2024. Plus we are sharing our winter book club picks. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Save 20% off at honeylove.com/mess Get $30 off your first box at wildgrain.com/mess Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/abm Save 30% at mykitsch.com/mess

2023 is coming to an end so today we are discussing our favorite things from this past year. Plus we are doing our book report Feel Something, Make Something by Caitlin Metz. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Sign up for a one dollar per month trial period at shopify.com/abm Get 30% off your first month at ritual.com/abeautifulmess Save 15% off at masterclass.com/abeautifulmess Receive 30% off your entire order at mykitsch.com/mess

You're listening to the A Beautiful Mess podcast, your cozy comfort listen. Today we are rewatching The Holiday, directed by Nancy Myers and starring Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 30% off your first month at ritual.com/abeautifulmess Save 40% off a premium subscription at calm.com/abeautifulmess Receive 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess Save 20% off at honeylove.com with the code MESS

The holiday season is upon us and we are watching one of the best Christmas movies, Home Alone. Directed by Chris Columbus and starring Macaulay Culkin. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 15% off at masterclass.com/abeautifulmess Save 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess Claim your seventy-five dollar credit now at Indeed.com/abeautiful Receive 10% off during your first 3 months at ritual.com/abeautifulmess

Thanksgiving is next week so we are letting you in on all our Thanksgiving favorites. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Sign up for a one dollar per month trial period at shopify.com/abm Get 30% off anything and everything at mykitsch.com/mess Receive a $75 job credit at indeed.com/abeautiful Use code mess at honeylove.com for 20% off

Today we are answering your questions all about the upcoming holiday season. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 30% off during your first month at ritual.com/abeautifulmess Save 40% off a premium subscription at calm.com/abeautifulmess Receive 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess Enjoy 15% off a 1 month supply of NOBS at betterbiom.com/abm

The gift giving season is upon on us and it can be so hard to figure out what to get someone. Don't worry, we got you covered. Plus we are doing our book report on All Good People Here by Ashley Flowers. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Enjoy 15% off your first month supply at betterbiom.com/abm Sign up for a one dollar per month trial period at shopify.com/abm Save 20% off at honeylove.com with the code MESS Get 15% off your annual membership at masterclass.com/abeautifulmess

Tomorrow is Halloween so it's time for some spooky ghost stories. We have gone through all your submissions and here are some of our favorites. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/abm Claim your seventy-five dollar credit now at Indeed.com/abeautiful Get 30% off anything and everything at mykitsch.com/mess Save $30 off your fertility test at modernfertility.com/mess30

I am sharing this special bonus episode with you today because my novel, Handmade Murder, is available. Hooray! You have no idea how much excitement and anxiety I have living inside me right now as I type those words. I wanted to create a mini bonus episode for our podcast listeners so they could be the first to know. :) And I'm sharing all the details and links I have, as well as reading Chapter 1 in the episode. Purchase your copy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3QvgfWs or Ingram Spark: https://www.ingramspark.com/  

This week we are rewatching Elsie's favorite Halloween movie, Rosemary's Baby, directed by Roman Polanski and starring Mia Farrow. Visit the shownotes at abeautifulmess.com/podcast and write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 40% off a premium subscription at calm.com/abeautifulmess enjoy 15% off your first one month supply of NOBS at betterbiom.com/abm Save 10% off your first month at Betterhelp.com/abeautifulmess Sign up for one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/abm