The Collection
Homemaking
A curated collection of essays, reflections, and guides gathered under Homemaking — writing shaped by an old-world sensibility and a love for what is timeless.
10 essays
June 5, 2026
Homemaking is Worth Preparing For
Most women will become mothers. Despite what modern culture often suggests, many women still hope for marriage, children, and a home filled with family life. Surveys…
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June 4, 2026
Homemaking is The Profession Modern Society Forgot
There is something strange about the way we prepare young women for adulthood. If a girl dreams of becoming a doctor, we encourage her to think years ahead. We talk about…
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June 2, 2026
What Children Actually Remember About Their Childhood Home
My brother and I are both unusually nostalgic when it comes to our childhood. When we talk about our favorite memories, almost all of them lead back to the same place:…
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April 19, 2026
Spring Refresh: Simple Ways to Restore Order
There’s something about spring that reveals what winter quietly covered. The air shifts, the light lingers a little longer, and suddenly you begin to notice what feels…
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April 18, 2026
Gardening for Beginners: A Gentle Beginning in the Garden
Since owning a home, I’ve found myself unexpectedly in love with gardening. Not in a polished or effortless way, but in the kind of way that leaves your hands dirty and…
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March 30, 2026
What Makes Design Feels Timeless
Old European homes feel timeless through a mix of imperfection, a variety of real materials, and character that isn’t forced, but formed over time.
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March 16, 2026
A Simple One-Layer Vanilla Cake
A simple one-layer vanilla cake made with pantry staples and real butter, the kind of recipe once tucked into handwritten notebooks in kitchen drawers.
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March 12, 2026
The Lost Art of Homemaking
The Milkmaid, Johannes Vermeer
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January 7, 2026
My Favorite Easy Side Dishes (Simple and Nourishing)
Side dishes don’t need to be complicated to be delicious. In our home, the best meals usually come from the simplest combinations — real vegetables, good butter (lots of…
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January 6, 2026
How to Choose Good Fats: A Guide to the Best Fats
Most women were taught to fear fat, to count calories, or to buy whatever was labeled “low-fat,” but true nourishment comes from real, traditional fats — and learning how…
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