A Beautiful Mess Podcast

This week we're sharing the story of our first brick and mortar business including the highlights, the low points, why we ended up closing it up and if we would ever open a local business again. 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...

This week we're sharing our Summer Bucket List. With the last day of school just a few days away we can't believe we're already here. In this episode we'll share things we're planning to do this summer as sell as an embarrassing story and an update on Elsie's remodel. 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 podcas...

This week we're teaching you to become an optimist and convincing you it's the best way to live life. So get your rose colored glasses ready- this is a topic we're so obsessed with. It could change your life! 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...

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...

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 t...

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-...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 re...

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?...

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 co...

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...

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? Writ...

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 g...

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 cod...