A Beautiful Mess 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.

#253 - Elsie’s Renovation Hell 03/31/2025

#253 - Elsie’s Renovation Hell 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/35913965

#252 - How to Write your First Novel 03/24/2025

#252 - How to Write your First Novel 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/35813665

#251 - How to Start Over! 03/17/2025

#251 - How to Start Over! 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/35703510

#250: Winter Bucket List 02/17/2025

#250: Winter Bucket List 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/35286015

#249: Comfort Rewatch - About Time 02/10/2025

#249: Comfort Rewatch - About Time 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/35192945

#248: How Reading Changed My Life 02/03/2025

#248: How Reading Changed My Life 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/35096545

#247: One Year Without Social Media with Elise Cripe 01/27/2025

#247: One Year Without Social Media with Elise Cripe 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/34997535

#246: Setting Goals for 2025 12/30/2024

#246: Setting Goals for 2025 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/34634460

#245: Comfort Rewatch - Love Actually 12/23/2024

#245: Comfort Rewatch - Love Actually 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/34550960

#244: A Year without Alcohol 12/16/2024

#244: A Year without Alcohol 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/34456605

#243: Comfort Rewatch - The Fifth Element 12/02/2024

#243: Comfort Rewatch - The Fifth Element 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/34202525

#242: Choosing Core Values 11/25/2024

#242: Choosing Core Values 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/34114121

#241: Closet Cleanout 11/18/2024

#241: Closet Cleanout 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/33946977

#240: Ex-Evangelicals 10/21/2024

#240: Ex-Evangelicals 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/33491177

#239: Ghost Stories 10/14/2024

#239: Ghost Stories 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/33379202

#238: Welcome Back and Catch Up 10/07/2024

#238: Welcome Back and Catch Up 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/33327942

#237: A Beautiful Mess Criterion Collection 08/26/2024

#237: A Beautiful Mess Criterion Collection 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/32670487

#236: Parenting Chit Chat 07/22/2024

#236: Parenting Chit Chat 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/32163567

#235: Elsie’s Art Era 06/17/2024

#235: Elsie’s Art Era 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 Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/31748277

#234: The Sound of Music - Comfort Rewatch 05/27/2024

#234: The Sound of Music - Comfort Rewatch Today we are rewatching the 1965 movie, The Sound of Music directed by Robert Wise and starring Julie Andrews. Visit the shownotes at and write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a FREE sample pack at Save $10 off your first month at with promo code MESS Start hiring now with a seventy-five dollar credit at Receive 25% off your first month at /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/31436082

#233: Update on Life Bucket List 05/20/2024

#233: Update on Life Bucket List 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 and write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a FREE sample pack at Save 10% off your first month at Receive 20% off your first order at Get $30 off your first box at /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/31359702

#232: Created Colorful 05/13/2024

#232: Created Colorful Today we are discussing our experience with Created Colorful, which teaches you what colors look best on you. Visit the shownotes at and write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 15% off your first order at Save 15% off at with promo code MESS Receive 25% off your first month at Get a FREE sample pack at /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/31233202

#231: A Rug Episode 05/06/2024

#231: A Rug Episode 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 and write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get $30 off your first box at Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at Receive $10 off your first month at with promo code MESS Save 10% off your first month at /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/31111653

#230: Mamma Mia - Comfort Rewatch 04/29/2024

#230: Mamma Mia - Comfort Rewatch Today we are rewatching Mamma Mia! And Mamma Mia? Here We go Again, starring Meryl Streep and Amanda Seyfried Visit the shownotes at and write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a FREE sample pack at Claim your $75 job credit at Save 20% at Receive 20% off at /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/31000788

#229: Recipes We Make at Home 04/22/2024

#229: Recipes We Make at Home 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 and write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Claim your $75 job credit at Receive 10% off your first month at Receive 25% off your first month at Save $30 off your first box at /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/30901523

#228: Listener Questions - Sister Edition 04/15/2024

#228: Listener Questions - Sister Edition 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 and write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a FREE sample pack at Save 15% off on your first order with promo code MESS at Receive $10 off your first month at with promo code MESS Sign up for a one-dollar-per0-month trial period at /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/30797293

#227: Collecting Art 04/08/2024

#227: Collecting Art 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 and write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 15% off your first order at Save 25% off your first month at Receive 10% off your first month at Save 20% at /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/30661183

#226: Ever After - Comfort Rewatch 04/01/2024

#226: Ever After - Comfort Rewatch Today we are rewatching the 1998 movie, Ever After, directed by Andy Tennant and starring Drew Barrymore and Anjelica Huston. Visit the shownotes at and write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get $30 off your first box at Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial at Get $10 off your first month at , use promo code MESS Get a FREE sample pack at /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/30595143

#225: Easter Traditions 03/25/2024

#225: Easter Traditions 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 and write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get a FREE sample pack at Receive $10 off your first month at with promo code MESS Claim your $75 credit at Save 20% off at /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/30510878

#224: It’s Spring Bucket List Time! 03/18/2024

#224: It’s Spring Bucket List Time! 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 and write in to us at or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Get 15% off your first order at with promo code MESS Receive 10% off your first month at Get a FREE sample pack at Save $30 off your first box at /episode/index/show/abmpodcast/id/30376678

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