The Art of Home: A Podcast for Homemakers

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

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• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 22 min

Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 5 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 22

Show notes

It's our last episode of 2025! I've got FIVE more holiday stories of home for you from Heather Price, Jessica Fisher, Mallori Tinkler, Rosemary Young, and Abigail Dodds. I also have a warning for you about holding traditions loosely in my last Traditions and Time Together segment.

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 19 min

Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 1 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 18

Show notes

Full episode notes and links, including treat recipes, photos, links for all the favorites, and my family weekend templates are on the companion blog post.

Merry Christmas, 2025! It's finally here!! I'm so excited to kick off our 5th annual Holiday Homemaking series with this very special episode featuring some of my dear friends.

I am joined by Sarah Hackleman, Lauren Rice, Kathlena Rule and Kelsey Myers to talk about all things Christmas. I am asking these ladies all of the usual Christmas interview questions, we do a real time taste test of our favorite sweet treats and we all share 3 favorite things we think would make great gifts to give or to receive. I am also sharing the first of my tip segments on Traditions & Time Together.

Grab some hot cocoa and settle in for a nice long holiday chat!

SHOW NOTES:

www.theartofhomepodcast.com/blog, search "favorites with friends 2025"

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 40 min

Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 2 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 19

Show notes

In today’s episode, I am sharing 4 holiday stories of home from guests featured this year on the podcast. You will hear from Emily Baxter, Charity Gibson, Cara Semler and Bess Hawthorne as they share their Christmas memories, traditions, recipes, favorites and more.

You will also hear a special piece from former guest, Kristen Howard, called Skipping Christmas. And I am sharing more about Traditions & Time Together with a segment on setting up 12 Dates of Christmas with your husband. It is a very full episode, so I’m sure you will gather lots of ideas to inspire your own holiday homemaking.

EPISODE NOTES

All of the resources from this episode including recipes, photos and printable downloads are on the companion blog post. Go to theartofhomepodcast.com/blog and search "Holiday Homemaking 2025".

CONNECT WITH OUR FEATURED GUESTS

Emily Baxter Substack

Charity Gibson | website

Kristen Howard | https://homesweethome.blog/

Bess Hawthorne | Come Over for Dinner Podcast | Instagram

Hear more from each guest on their homemaker portraits. Go to www.theartofhomepodcast.com/podcast and search their name.

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 14 min

Holiday Homemaking 2025 | Week 3 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 20

Show notes

https://www.theartofhomepodcast.com/post/holiday-homemaking-2025-week-3

🎄Welcome to Week 3 of Holiday Homemaking 2025! 🎉

You will be hearing holiday stories of home from past guests Laura Ruoff, Rachael Bomsta, Georgetta Christinsen, Caitlin McCormick and Mystie Winckler.

I will continue my series on Traditions and Togetherness with some tips for hosting a Ladies Christmas Tea.

NOTES & RESOURCES

Recipes, notes, links and resources are on the Blog!

Poems:

• The Oxen by Thomas Hardy, originally published in the London Times, 1915, public domain
• The Christmas Silence by Margaret Deland, originally published in The Chicago Ledger, 1914, public domain

Music:

All music is royalty free and licensing purchased through Envato.

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 24 min

Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 1 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 13

Show notes

Merry Christmas, 2024, Homemakers!

This first installment of Holiday Homemaking 2024 is a little different than past episodes. The first half of the episode is a mini deep dive on Advent with wife, mom, homemaker and author, Donna Amidon. She shares how her family practice of decorating a Jesse Tree throughout Advent transformed their celebration of Christmas and led to her new book, Tracing His Promise.

Then we jump into familiar Holiday Homemaking territory with Amanda Faucett's and Holly Tompkins' holiday stories of home, some holiday poetry and some tips from me on coordinating family or group gift giving.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Connect with Donna Amidon
Website | Instagram
Advent Book:
Tracing His Promise: Understanding the Bigger Story of Jesus and What That Means for Us

Gift Apps

• Elfster
• Gifster
• GoWish

Santa Surveys on Etsy

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 14 min

Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 2 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 14

Show notes

In this Holiday Homemaking episode, I am featuring the Christmas memories, tips and recipes from Carrie Parker, Kerita Fuller, LeAnne Stadler, Darah Rogers and Alecia Doty.

In Holiday Homemaking Hints, I’m sticking with the 2024 gifting theme and will be sharing lots of stocking stuffer inspiration. After I give a little history on the legendary origin of Christmas stockings, I'll give you stocking stuffer ideas for foodies, kids, babies, teens and adults.

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon!)

Poem:
Paul Laurence Dunbar, "Christmas Carol," from The Complete Poems of Paul Laurence Dunbar (Dodd, Mead and Company, 1922.) Public Domain.

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 24 min

Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 3 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 15

Show notes

In today's episode you will hear Christmas memories, tips and recipes from Lydia Goode, Anna Murphy, Amanda Turk, Brittany Duncan and Cathy Bauer. I'm sharing my life-changing Christmas prep for this year as well as lots of ideas for gifts you can make in your kitchen and in your sewing room.

There's a lot of holiday goodness coming your way in the next 80 minutes. Enjoy!

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS

Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon!)

Allison's Update Notes

• Backward's Planning Episode, Monday Motivation
• AoH Backwards Holiday Planning Sheets
• AoH Advent Guide 2024

Allison' s Spice Mix Recipes

Poem:
Weems, Ann.“This Year Will Be Different.” Kneeling in Bethlehem, The Westminster Press, 1980, pp. 65-66.

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 21 min

Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 4 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 16

Show notes

In today's episode you will hear Christmas memories, tips and recipes from Bethany Kimsey, Jen Thayer, Maryela Soto-Portillo, Jenny Crozier, and Christa Sterken. In Holiday Homemaking Hints I'm sharing gift ideas for book lovers, sports lovers, bird lovers, music lovers, and sewing enthusiasts on your list.

I also check the mailbag and answer a text sent by a listener who lost her love of cooking and baking after being diagnosed with celiac disease. I share my favorite resources and a few tips for gluten free baking.

We've got a full 90 minutes of holiday cheer coming your way! Enjoy!!

EPISODE NOTES & LINKS:

Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon!)

Mail Bag

• Homemaker Portrait Leslie Lucadou
• King Arthur Baking Co GF Focaccia Recipe

Holiday Stories of Home

• Maryela, cookies around the world book: A World of Cookies for Santa

Poem:
Weems, Ann.“Lord, You Were Born.” Kneeling in Bethlehem, The Westminster Press, 1980, pp. 28-29.

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 30 min

Holiday Homemaking 2024 | Week 5 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 17

Show notes

Merry Christmas, Homemakers! In this episode newbie homemaker, Jillian Johnson, tells us what it’s like celebrating not just with a new husband, but in a new country. This year, she’ll be having her 3rd Christmas in Scotland after growing up in Canada. Elizabeth Ours, mom of 10, has some great ideas to share for a large family Christmas. We also touch on what can be a sensitive or even contentious subject, Santa Claus. Elizabeth shares how and why she and her husband recently chose to take Santa out of their celebrations, while I give my thoughts on the place St. Nick holds in our family traditions.

In Holiday Homemaker Hints, I’m talking about gifting subscriptions and experiences as well as my top gift wrap tips, then Jan Roueche and Jenna Punke-Bendt round out the episode with their Christmas memories. It’s going to be another great hour full of Christmas ideas, inspiration, recipes, memories and encouragement.

NOTES & LINKS

Recipes & Resources Companion Blog Post (coming soon)

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 17 min

Holiday Homemaking 2023 | Week 1 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 9

Show notes

Merry Christmas 2023, Homemakers! I am so excited to kick off this year’s Holiday Homemaking today! There is so much great content coming your way over the next 4 weeks you won't want to miss a single episode!

Today you will hear from Debbie Ledoux, Hannah Torres, Terry Estep, Kay Aeby, Ginny White and Kristen Howard. I’ve got a funny little poem from Marjorie K Rawlings about the early shopper, I share about how decorating the tree reminds me of Jesus bringing hope and light in the darkness of depression, and I’m giving same basic tips to help you start decorating on the right foot.

FROM THIS EPISODE

• Recipes and Resources Companion Blog Post (Coming Soon!)

Resources for Depression:

• Conquering Depression by Bruce Hennigan and Mark Sutton: *This book helped me learn to identify what was causing, contributing to, and intensifying my anxiety and depression and gave me tools to fight back.
• American Association of Christian Counselors *If you are a church member, you may want to start by talking with your pastor for counsel and recommendations of christian counselors in your area. I cannot stress enough how valuable counseling has been for me...and the necessity to work with a counselor who will use scripture to help direct you to the truly Wonderful Counselor who knows you better than you know yourself.

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 1, 2026 1 hr 33 min

Holiday Homemaking 2023 | Week 2 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 10

Show notes

In today’s episode you will hear from Kelly Gundersen, Brenda VanHellen, Carly Poulin, Sarah Beaugh, Nichole Pace and Breanna Wakefield about their Christmas tips, traditions, recipes and memories. I’ve got another great poem from Marjorie Rawlings, some tips on how to host a tree decorating party, and I’m sharing my thoughts on the Advent theme of Peace from last year at the birth of my first grandchild.

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 1, 2026 1 hr 31 min

Holiday Homemaking 2023 | Week 3 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 11

Show notes

Welcome to the coziest corner of the podcast world, where I invite you to wrap yourself in a warm blanket of holiday cheer! By my side is a merry group of six homemakers, each with a Christmas story to share, unique traditions to reveal, and a heart filled with the joy of the season.

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 1, 2026 1 hr 29 min

Holiday Homemaking 2023 | Week 4 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 12

Show notes

I've got one final round of Christmas content for you today with 5 more homemaking friends. We will hear from Jen May, Heather Love, Jessica Wood, Naomi Fata and Michele Marshall about their Christmas memories, traditions, recipes and tips for keeping Christ at the center of the celebration. I am sharing tips on organizing and storing away your decor so that your future self with thank you. And as we wrap up the year, I look back at 2023 with a grateful heart and also share a glimpse of what’s in store for 2024.

From tips and recipes to favorite Christmas songs and movies, we take you on a festive ride. So, pour yourself a cup of hot cocoa, cozy up, and let’s share the joys and experiences of holiday homemaking during the most wonderful time of the year.

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Nov 1, 2026 1 hr 11 min

Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 1 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 5

Show notes

Merry Christmas 2022, Homemakers!! Join us for our first of four special holiday episodes. You will hear from Trisha Emmons, Adrienne Shrank, Jan Grelle, & Jeanette Rath all about their family traditions, food, and how they keep their eyes fixed on Jesus during the month of December.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• "The Advent Book" by Jack and Kathy Stockman (Tricia's Family "doors book")

Advent Playlists on Spotify

• Hope
• Peace
• Joy
• Love
• Christmas Eve (Faith)

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HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Oct 30, 2026 54 min

Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 2 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 6

Show notes

Merry Christmas 2022, Homemakers! Join us for more holiday stories of home. You will hear from Leslie Lucadou, Kim Coburn, Abby Colbath, Roberta Hemphill, & Christine Schamberger about their Christmas tips, traditions, memories, recipes and strategies for keeping the Main Thing the main thing during this busy season.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• Phil's VPO YouTube Christmas Playlist (Kim's husband)
• Dessert Person by Claire Saffitz(Christine's gift with no tears)
• Josh Garrels Christmas Album, "The Light Came Down"

ADVENT RESOURCES

Advent Playlists on Spotify

• Hope
• Peace
• Joy
• Love
• Christmas Eve (Faith)

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Get recipes, make friends & support The Art of Home! Leave your tip of $5 or more by October 31, 2026!!

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Oct 30, 2026 1 hr 4 min

Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 3 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 7

Show notes

Merry Christmas, Homemakers! Join us for more holiday stories of home. You will hear from Lana Leilogolou, Amber Davis, Jeanne Cote, Gwen Cunningham, & Dani Hamilton about their Christmas tips, traditions, memories, recipes and strategies for keeping the Main Thing the main thing during this busy season.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• Lana's favorite kids Christmas movie: The Star
• Amber's Devotional Suggestion:https://www.amazon.com/First-Songs-Christmas-Advent-Devotional/dp/B09LHD57YF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=F4KC0G4YIKA4&keywords=the+songs+of+Christmas&qid=1670888060&sprefix=the+songs+of+christmas%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-1 The First Songs of Christmas
• Gwen's Family Favorite Read: The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

Recipes & Resources Shared by Our Guests

• Companion Blog Post (coming soon!)

ADVENT RESOURCES

Advent Playlists on Spotify

• Hope
• Peace
• Joy
• Love
• Christmas Eve (Faith)

💌 HOLIDAY RECIPE EXCHANGE💌

Get recipes, make friends & support The Art of Home! Leave your tip of $5 or more by October 31, 2026!!

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Oct 30, 2026 1 hr 10 min

Holiday Homemaking 2022 | Week 4 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 8

Show notes

Merry Christmas 2022, Homemakers! Join us for more holiday stories of home. You will hear from 3 final homemakers today. Betty Hicks, Kimberly Simpson, & Michelle Poehlmann share their Christmas tips, traditions, memories, recipes and strategies for keeping the Main Thing the main thing during this busy season.

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Get recipes, make friends & support The Art of Home! Leave your tip of $5 or more by October 31, 2026!!

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Oct 30, 2026 55 min

Holiday Homemaking 2021 | Week 1 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 1

Show notes

Free Holiday Homemaking 2021 Companion e-Magazine

Merry Christmas, Homemakers! Join us for this first installment of Holiday Homemaking 2021. You will hear some familiar voices as we visit with previous guests and discuss all things Christmas. Athena Oden, Alma Wakefield, Jan Lockhart and Joyce Newhall each share holiday memories, family traditions, recipes and tips to keep from losing sight of the mattering things during the Christmas season.

RESOURCES

Fun Holiday Playlist

Family Holiday Games

• Reindeer Relay(all ages, party game)
• Taco, Cat, Goat, Cheese, Pizza (all ages, card game)
• Settlers of Catan (ages 8 and up, board game)
• Christmas Carols and Songs Game (all ages, board game)

Delivery Driver Thank You Signs
Euchre Card Game (Joyce Newhall)
Advent

• Devotionals:
• Good News of Great Joy, John Piper (free)
• Preparing the Way for Jesus, Focus on the Family (free)
• The Wonder of Advent Scripture Reading Calendar(free)
• Let Every Heart Prepare Him Room, Daily Family Devotions for Advent by Nancy Guthrie
• From Heaven: A 28-Day Advent Devotional, A.W. Tozer
• DIY Advent Wreath Ideas
• Playlists:

• Hope
• Peace
• Joy
• Love
• Christ Candle

Get recipes, make friends & support The Art of Home! Leave your tip of $5 or more by October 31, 2026!!

HOMEMAKING RESOURCES

• Homemaker's Journal, AoH Seasonal Magazine
• Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum
• JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide

SUPPORT & CONNECT

DISCLOSURE

• **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend
• AI Content | Portions of this episode’s copy and/or show notes may have been drafted with the assistance of AI and then reviewed and edited by a human, Allison Weeks.

Oct 29, 2026 56 min

Holiday Homemaking 2021 | Week 2 (2026 Re-release)

Season 31, Episode 2

Show notes

Join us for week 2 of our special mini-season, Holiday Homemaking 2021. We talk about Christmas family fun with Kelly Eakins, keeping multiple boys' socks straight with Susan Macias, green pickle ornaments with Kim Stedman, cozy Hygge ideas with Joi Welch and muscling through toffee making with Laurie Mott.

Free Holiday Homemaking 2021 Companion e-Magazine
*Includes recipes for: Laurie's Peppernuts, Kim's Bacon Jalapeño Deviled Eggs, Susan's Pumpkin Torte, Kelly's Sausage Balls

RESOURCES
Free Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy Mail
Free Advent Devotional
Advent Playlists

• Hope
• Peace
• Joy
• Love
• Christmas Eve (Faith)

Christmas Fun Playlist

Poem: Rawlings, Marjorie Kinnan. "Christmas Carols." Songs of a Housewife, edited by Rodger L Tarr, University Press of Florida, 1997, 150.

Gift Giving & Wish List App:
Giftster
Elfster

Gingerbread House Party:
This blog has some great ideas on hosting a party similar to how I did my girls' night out gingerbread parties. Part 1 includes a recipe and simple pattern pieces.
Part 1
Part 2

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