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Living Large in A Small House Podcast

Living Large in A Small House Podcast

By Lynn Vogeler

I'm Lynn the creator of the blog "Living Large in A Small House". I'm passionate about decorating, cooking, entertaining, organizing, and gardening. I live in a 1,300 sq., ft., home with my husband who I call "Handy" on my blog. I'm Mom to three grown kids, Kenny who lives in LA, Annie who lives with her husband Tommy in Dallas, and Emma who lives in Chicago. We also have a 15-year-old Shih Tzu named Molly and 5 beautiful hens who provide us with organic, fresh eggs daily.

I'm pretty transparent about my life and what goes on at this small house!

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Living Large in A Small House PodcastSep 20, 2023

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Living Through Violence - October National Domestic Violence Month

Living Through Violence - October National Domestic Violence Month

Living Through Violence - October National Domestic Violence Month

Season 9 - Episode 10


On this podcast, my guest is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I asked her to join me for a couple of reasons. Not only is October National Domestic Violence Month, but I’ve also been sharing on my blog a part of my life when I was in an abusive relationship. I felt it was important to talk with a professional to give us the best advice on this subject. 

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Different types of abuse in Relationships
  • Potential Signs of Domestic Violence
  • When or Should you intervene if you think a friend or family member is being abused?
  • If you are in an abusive situation is it common to not tell others?
  • Can abuse extend to others in the family?
  • What are the ramifications for children living in a violent household?
  • Resources


RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

If in immediate danger, call 911 for emergency assistance.  If not in immediate danger, contact national and local DV victim service agencies for support (safety planning, child custody laws, orders of protection, and more).  


National Domestic Violence Hotline.  Call 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or text "START" to 88788 for confidential assistance from trained advocates.  The hotline is open 24/7 and has interpretation services for 200+ languages.  Website:  www.thehotline.org.

National Sexual Assault Hotline.  1-800-656-4673 (HOPE).

 

More local information:

 

Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence.  806 South College Street, Springfield IL 62704.  Website www.ilcadv.org.  Phone 1-217-789-2830 (Monday - Friday from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm).   

Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline 1-877-863-6338

Turning Point, Inc.  11019 US-14, Woodstock IL 60098.  Phone 815-338-8081.  Website:  www.turnpt.org.  

Wings Program.  Phone:  847-519-7820.  Website:  www.wingsprogram.com.  DV 24-hour hotline 847-221-5680  

Podcast with Lori Corrigan: Holiday Stress



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Oct 04, 202330:50
What's Going on at This Small House - October

What's Going on at This Small House - October

What’s Going on at This Small House

Season 9 - Episode 9

If you watch on YouTube, I promise not to use my circle light anymore - How distracting to see that shining in my glasses


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

  Organizing with some of my blog followers

What I still need to get organized

Our trip to Dallas - My grand plans

Lynn’s Recollections & Reflections has turned into something so much more



RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

https://livinglargeinasmallhouse.com/30-day-organizing-challenge/

The Introduction - The first in Lynn’s Recollections & Reflection Series

National Domestic Violence Hotline


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Sep 27, 202321:49
Using Essential Oils in Your Home

Using Essential Oils in Your Home

My friend Amy from Amy Sadler Designs is back on my podcast and we are talking about another thing we share and that is our love of essential oils.


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

  How we know each other

On a recent trip to KC Amy introduced me to Nell Hills

Using Essential Oils in the Home

As Cleaning Products

For Health and Wellness



RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Https://www.youngliving.com/us/en/referral/4541919 - Save 10% on your first order using code: SHAREYL

https://amysadlerdesigns.com/fall-inspired-diffuser-blends/

https://amysadlerdesigns.com/copper-pot-hanger/

https://amysadlerdesigns.com/copper-and-bronze-patina-pumpkins

Turquoise Iris Journal - https://www.theturquoiseirisjournal.com/


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Sep 20, 202343:51
Our Controversial DIY Project

Our Controversial DIY Project

DIY Painting Hardwood Floors 

Season 9 - Episode 7


I have “Handy” on the Podcast this week and we talked about how we painted our hardwood floors in our bedroom, landing, and stairs. It was a controversial move.


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- Why we decided to paint hardwood floors white

- How we did it

- Painting our stairs and adding a runner

- How it’s holding up

- Other home project plans


RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Sherwin Williams: Porch & Floor Enamel

https://livinglargeinasmallhouse.com/summer-bedroom-makeover/

https://livinglargeinasmallhouse.com/we-made-a-pantry-out-of-the-coat-closet-under-our-stairs/


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Sep 13, 202301:01:54
Rebroadcast of Podcast with Stacy Ling of Bricks N' Blooms

Rebroadcast of Podcast with Stacy Ling of Bricks N' Blooms

Stacy is now a published author. Her book titled “The Bricks N’ Blooms Guide to a Beautiful and Easy-Care Flower Garden” will be released in February of 2024. In honor of this exciting news I wanted to re-share our fun conversation on all things gardens.


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we met

- Her New Home and 10 Acres of Property to Garden

- Gardening

- The House

- She was on House Hunters!


RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

⁠Floret Farm’s Cut Flower Garden⁠

⁠The Well-Tended Perennial Garden⁠

⁠The Manual of Woody Landscape Plants⁠

⁠The Layered Garden⁠

House Hunters: Season 158, Episode 4

Ski Condo or Lake House in Vermont

The Bricks N’ Blooms Guide to a Beautiful and Easy-Care Flower Garden by Stacy Ling - Pre-order TODAY


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Aug 30, 202344:32
Sharing our Love of Vintage

Sharing our Love of Vintage

My blogging friend Cindy Rust from Reinvented Delaware is back on my podcast because not only do I enjoy her company as a fellow blogger but we are also bonded by our love of vintage. 


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- Our Friendship

- Our Blogging

- Our Mutual Love of Vintage


RESOURCES

Restored316 Themes

 

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Aug 16, 202333:13
Bake Me a Cake as Fast as you Can

Bake Me a Cake as Fast as you Can

Chelsea Kolich

Season 9 - Episode 4


You are really going to enjoy my chat today with Chelsea from Generation Bakes. She’s a young mom who has reinvented herself and started a small business that includes baking incredible celebration cakes. 


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How Chelsea and I know each other

- Her move to Tennessee from Illinois

- Her life as a young mom to three children who she homeschools

- A new passion for baking cakes


RESOURCES

TV Shows

British Baking Show

Preppy Kitchen

 

Cookbooks

Trim Healthy Momma

Prairie Homestead Cookbook

Elliott Homestead Cookbook – Shaye Elliott

From France to the Farm – Angela Reed

 

Homeschool Curriculum

Ambleside Online

 

Cake Decorating 

Cake Decorating Set

Cake Turntable

Icing Smoother/Comb Set

 

Homemaker Chic Podcast

Angela Reed & Shaye Elliott

 

@savvycityfarmer – Joy

Seller of English Advertising Pots


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Jul 26, 202350:16
Fresh Flowers Daily

Fresh Flowers Daily

Today on my podcast I’m chatting with Katherine from Fancy Flower Girls. During Covid, she started planting flowers in her yard and it has now turned into a little business.



WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- Where Katherine lives and grows her flowers

- What’s in her garden

- How she deals with bad bugs and rabbits

- How she sells her flowers


Things We Talked About:

⁃            One to Follow Kim @shiplapandshells

⁃            Milk Spore to combat Japanese beetles & Grubs

⁃            Beneficial Insects - Lady Bugs or Lady Bug Larvae

⁃            Natures Good Guys - Beneficials for your garden

-       KB Studios - Palatine for Tap Dancing 


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Jul 19, 202301:14:09
You Can't Drink from an Empty Cup!

You Can't Drink from an Empty Cup!

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we know each other

- Leslie’s Love for Travel and some of the places she’s been

- Her three girls are her world

- Giving back to her community


Things We Talked About:

Anaway Place – Wisconsin

Girls Love Travel

Herrington Inn – Geneva, IL

Digs with Dignity – Donate Household Items

Wright Way Rescue – Pet Rescue

Surface Combat Systems Training Command – Great Lakes (They have chapters in many states – find their Facebook Page for more information)

Organize with Living Large in A Small House

Favorite Book – Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë


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Jul 12, 202301:02:12
New Season - So Many Changes

New Season - So Many Changes

Jul 05, 202338:07
Sewing Blankets for a Cure!

Sewing Blankets for a Cure!

Kim and I had a lovely conversation about how she started blogging after her middle son was diagnosed with a brain tumor.  


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How Kim and I know each other

- Why she started her blog

- There families journey when her middle son was diagnosed with a brain tumor

- Her Cottage Blankets that she makes with a portion of the proceeds going to “Head for a Cause” 

- The other things that she shares on her blog


Things We Talked About:

Head for a Cure


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Apr 26, 202334:58
Lynn's Small Recollections & Reflections - Audio Version

Lynn's Small Recollections & Reflections - Audio Version

I started a little series on my blog called Lynn’s Small Recollections and Reflections. As a kind of experiment, I’m also reading my little story for my Podcast listeners. Please comment and let me know if this is something you enjoy!


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- Why I’m doing this

- My life in Michigan

- Moving to Illinois


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Apr 19, 202307:10
She's an expert at everything French country but she's also a funnel hacker!

She's an expert at everything French country but she's also a funnel hacker!

Lisa is the owner and proprietor of the shop and blog Oak and Linen Home in Arva Ontario, Canada.


She shares her passion for French Country Decor in her shop and on her blog. She is also a fellow podcaster. 


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we know each other

- Her Shop 

- What she carries in her shop

- Her unique shop events

- Living in Belgium

- What funnel hacking is?


Things We Talked About:

My Stylish French Girlfriend by Sharon Santoni

My French Country Home  By Sharon Santoni

My French Country Home Magazine - Available at Barnes and Noble

My French Country Tours for 2023

Eloquence

Ilderton Cares Candles


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Apr 12, 202357:31
Talking with Vinny Torossy who is on our Local School Board

Talking with Vinny Torossy who is on our Local School Board

Vinny Torossy has always been ambitious. I’ve known since he was a young boy that he would do great things. 


Single and in his early 20s he ran for the first time for our local school board. 


He’s a remarkable young man. 


WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we know each other

- High School & College

- Being on the School Board

- Navigating schooling during Covid

- Running for a 2nd 4-Year Term

- A little bit about Vinny’s personal life


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Apr 03, 202347:42
The Funniest Podcast Yet (At least we think so!) Chatting with my Dear Friend Debbie

The Funniest Podcast Yet (At least we think so!) Chatting with my Dear Friend Debbie

Today my guest is Debbie Kreiseder from Sarasota, Florida. She’s one of my dearest friends. We’ve spent many more years apart than leaving close together and this is a friendship that just stands the test of time

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we know each other

- Our lives as young Moms

- Friendships

- Our Kids and Being a Grandma

- A little bit about our husbands

- Lot’s of Laughs

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Mar 15, 202301:12:34
A Chat with the Delightful Nicolle of Our Tiny Nest

A Chat with the Delightful Nicolle of Our Tiny Nest

Today my guest is Nicolle from Our Tiny Nest. Nicolle lives in upstate NY with her husband and two kids.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we know each other

- Her blog and how it morphed from a Mommy Blog to a Lifestyle Blog

- Chickens & Gardening

- Nicolle was on HGTV’s “Martha Knows Best”

LINKS

https://www.news10.com/news/local-family-to-be-featured-on-martha-stewarts-new-hgtv-series/

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Mar 08, 202338:46
TV Producer by Day - Power Tool Aficionado by Night

TV Producer by Day - Power Tool Aficionado by Night

Today my guest is my Daughter Annie and My Handy Husband Keith. We are talking about installing a brand new kitchen in her Dallas home in 8 days.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- Deciding to put in a new kitchen

- Dad’s Help

- The Timeline

- All the Work that was done in 8 Days

- The work Annie had to finish on her own

Blog Post about the House

https://livinglargeinasmallhouse.com/renovating-a-flipped-house/

https://livinglargeinasmallhouse.com/we-hosted-a-beautiful-vintage-garden-wedding/

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Mar 02, 202356:36
Gardening at Living Large in A Small House

Gardening at Living Large in A Small House

Feb 22, 202312:48
Our Mutual Love of Magazines!

Our Mutual Love of Magazines!

Today my guest is Amy Sadler from the blog Amy Sadler Designs

ABOUT AMY

Amy lives in Missouri with her family and is one of the most creative people that I know.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we know each other

- Her blog and her passion for painting and creating

- Our mutual love for magazines

- Her upcoming projects

* The Handcrafted Society

* Curator for Turquoise Iris Journal

* Pinterest TV Live - February 22nd

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Feb 15, 202351:55
Today we are chatting about all things Organizing!

Today we are chatting about all things Organizing!

Today my guest is Donna Allen from the blog “An Organized Season”

ABOUT DONNA

Donna and her husband, Rich are the co-creators of the blog “An Organized Season”. They live in Florida and have three grown sons.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we know each other

- Organizing Tips & Tricks

- How to purge (especially sentimental items)

- Best Organizing Advice

- Putting Organizing into perspective

- The goal we both share for 2023

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Feb 08, 202355:24
A little love from Lynn at Living Large in A Small House

A little love from Lynn at Living Large in A Small House

Feb 01, 202317:11
A Chat with one of the Owners of one of my favorite local boutiques

A Chat with one of the Owners of one of my favorite local boutiques

Welcome to Season 7 of the Living Large Podcast. My guest today is Julie Abernathy from Tattered Tiques in Lake Barrington, IL

ABOUT JULIE & TATTERED TIQUES

Julie along with her sister and Mom own a small boutique in the town where I live. They are definitely a success story and being 10 minutes from my home, they are a favorite place for me to visit.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- The shop and why they are unique

- How they survived Covid and gave me a place to “get away”

- Design trends

- Some of their popular things and their online store

- Some behind the scenes about the Tattered Tiques Family

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Jan 25, 202339:59
Erin Harman shares why her blog is called Erin Evolving!

Erin Harman shares why her blog is called Erin Evolving!

Welcome to Season 7 of the Living Large Podcast. My guest today is Erin Harman.

ABOUT ERIN

Erin is the creator of the blog “Erin Evolving”. She lives with her husband and cattle dogs in Maryland. She is also the Director of Advancement and Outreach for the University System of Maryland.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- Getting to Know Each Other - We have a lot in common

- Her full-time job

- Her home and decor

- Her photography skills

- Our adventure together in “The Virtual Book Club” Collaboration

RESOURCES/REFERENCES

Book -  Murder on the Orient Express

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Jan 18, 202339:14
Sweet Crystal from Sweet Valley Acres

Sweet Crystal from Sweet Valley Acres

Welcome to Season 7 of the Living Large Podcast with my guest Crystal Ratzlaff

ABOUT CRYSTAL

Crystal is the creator of the blog “Sweet Valley Acres”. She lives in British Columbia, CA with her contractor husband, her architect daughter, and her social media son.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we know each other

- Blogging & Real Estate

- Crystal’s family and how they built their beautiful home on a lake in Canada & all of its challenges

- Her love of gardening

- Her amazing imagination and dreams have now led her to become an author & illustrator

- Our adventure together in “The Virtual Book Club” blog hop.

RESOURCES/REFERENCES

Book -  Murder on the Orient Express

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Jan 11, 202349:53
Talking with Lori Corrigan, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor about Managing Holiday Stress

Talking with Lori Corrigan, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor about Managing Holiday Stress

Welcome to the Living Large Podcast with my Guest Lori Corrigan, MA, LCPC

ABOUT LORI

Lori is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and the Founder & Clinical Director of Foundations 4 Life in Wauconda, IL

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- This isn’t “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” for lots of people

- What are some of the signs of holiday stress, anxiety, and Depression

- What are some people's challenges and some possible solutions

- There is help available

- Women tend to shoulder the bulk of the holiday responsibilities

- Social Media Overload

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Foundation 4 Life

227 N. Main Street

Wauconda, IL

(847) 497-0524

https://www.found4life.com

IG: foundations_4_life

Facebook: Foundations Counseling Center

Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Dial 988 or (800) 273-TALK (8255) available 24/7

National Alliance on Mental Illness

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Dec 19, 202246:40
Holiday Stress

Holiday Stress

Dec 12, 202216:45
Another Chat with "Handy"

Another Chat with "Handy"

ABOUT HANDY

Keith is my “Handy” husband. He’s the owner of Contract Glazing, Inc., in Lake Barrington, IL during the day and on nights and weekends he works for Living Large in A Small House as my always agreeable “Handyman”.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- What we did in Our One Room Challenge Room

- What we are doing during Christmas Vacation

- My plans for our house in 2023 that he knows nothing about until I reveal them in the Podcast

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Dec 05, 202233:22
I'm back with a Quick little Podcast

I'm back with a Quick little Podcast

Nov 28, 202215:27
What is HomeTalk? More than you know!

What is HomeTalk? More than you know!

Welcome to Amanda Connelly from HomeTalk, Inc

ABOUT AMANDA

Amanda lives in Florida with her husband and she is the Senior Community Manager for HomeTalk, Inc.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How Amanda and I know each other

- What is HomeTalk, Inc., FoodTalk, Upstyle, Simplify

- How you can join at Creators.Hometalk.com

- Who these platforms are for?

- What is a Senior Community Manager

- My experience with all of HomeTalk’s Platforms.

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

House Across the Lake by Riley Sager

It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover

It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover

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Oct 31, 202232:22
A Chat with Lauren Dierschke the Owner of Restored 316

A Chat with Lauren Dierschke the Owner of Restored 316

Welcome to Lauren Dierschke from Restored 316

ABOUT LAUREN

Lauren lives in Austin, TX, and is the owner of Restored 316. Her company is the premier provider of feminine WordPress themes. Lauren is an inspiration to all women. With her last $10 and a small baby, she started her company to support her family

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How and why Lauren started her successful business

- What Restored 316 is all about.

- Why customer service is so important to Lauren.

- Her course on growing your email list

- VIP services she will be offering in 2023

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Restored 316

“How are You Really – Living Your Truth One Answer at a Time” by Jenna Kutcher

“Untamed” by Glennon Doyle

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Oct 24, 202243:32
Welcome Leslie Saeta from My 100 Year Old Home - Introducing her new book "A Home to Share"

Welcome Leslie Saeta from My 100 Year Old Home - Introducing her new book "A Home to Share"

Welcome to Leslie Saeta from My 100 Year Old Home

ABOUT LESLIE SAETA

Leslie lives in Pasadena, CA with her husband Dave. They’ve raised three son’s in their 100-Year-Old Home. Leslie is the creator of the blog “My 100-Year-Old Home” and an Instagram Superstar @my100yearoldhome.

She can now add best-selling author to her list of accomplishments with the release on September 27th of the book “A Home to Share”

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- How we know each other

- All about her home & book

- Her book tour so far

- A huge renovation at the beach house

- Her home has been in movies, tv series, and commercials

- What’s on the horizon

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

“A Home to Share” by Leslie Saeta

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Oct 17, 202244:52
National Daughter Day & My Talk with My Two Beautiful Daughters

National Daughter Day & My Talk with My Two Beautiful Daughters

ABOUT ANNIE & EMMA VOGELER

Annie & Emma are my two daughters. Annie is a TV News Producer in Dallas, TX where she lives with her husband Tommy. Emma is our youngest who recently moved into a really cute apartment in the city of Chicago.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- They were together last week in Dallas and both got a Tattoo

- How I feel about that

- Our Christmas Plans

- Our Christmas Traditions - Or lack thereof

- New Gift Idea

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

South House Designs Christmas Stockings

Glennon Doyle Podcast - Overwhelm

Toups & Co Beauty Products

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Sep 26, 202242:29
Back By Popular Demand "Handy"

Back By Popular Demand "Handy"

ABOUT KEITH VOGELER

Keith is my “Handy” husband whom I’ve been married to for 29 years. He is the muscle behind all of my harebrained schemes.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- All the Things Happening At This Small House

- The “One Room Challenge”

- Speaking at a Blogger Retreat in Oregon

- Fall/Winter Prep around the House

- Our disagreement about how this ORC space should look

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Contract Glazing Inc.

One Room Challenge

Bloggers Inspiring Blogger Retreat

Toups & Co Beauty Products

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Sep 19, 202222:26
My Chat with Megan Moore who live in a true tiny house with her family

My Chat with Megan Moore who live in a true tiny house with her family

ABOUT MEGAN MOORE

Megan lives in a 414 sq. Ft tiny home with her partner, her two children and two dogs. The tiny (as she refers to her home) is on 40 acres in Golden, British Columbia Canada

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- Why Megan moved into a tiny home

- The layout of the tiny home

- How do they get electricity, water, etc

- Being intentional about everything that is in the Tiny

- The benefits of living the tiny house life

- What the future might look like for her family

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Return to Love by Marianne Williamson

Toups & Co Beauty Products

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Sep 12, 202246:05
Organizing with Living Large in A Small House Fall Edition

Organizing with Living Large in A Small House Fall Edition

Sep 05, 202219:06
Is There A Lawyer In the House?

Is There A Lawyer In the House?

ABOUT JEN GEIS

Jen Geis is someone whom I have been friends with for years. We met each other when I was working for Scholastic. We have been friends ever since. I’ve worked with Jen on some interior design projects and we also organized her entire home.

Jen now works for KillerSpin in Chicago.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- Introduction to Jen

- How We Know Each Other

- Organizing her home

- Our new health journeys

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

“The Prince of Tides” by Pat Conroy

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Aug 29, 202230:16
Is there A Doctor in the House?

Is there A Doctor in the House?

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- Introduction to Dr. Scott Simonson

- How We Know Each Other

- Our Shared Love of Gardening

- His Hobbies & Collections

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Learn more about Master Gardening https://ahsgardening.org/gardening-resources/master-gardeners/

Claudia Nice https://www.artistsnetwork.com/art-techniques/in-memoriam-claudia-nice-artist/

Painting with Watercolor, Pen & Ink by Claudia Nice

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Aug 15, 202242:20
I'm Back - Glennon Doyle and The Haven Conference

I'm Back - Glennon Doyle and The Haven Conference

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

- I have Covid

- My Trip to Haven Conference

- Listening to the audiobook “Untamed” by Glennon Doyle

- Taking Care of Me

- What to Expect from Me

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

“Untamed” by Glennon Doyle

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Aug 08, 202214:25
A Christmas in July Conversation with Diane Sudhoff

A Christmas in July Conversation with Diane Sudhoff

ABOUT DIANE SUDHOFF

Diane is the owner and creator of South House Designs. She is the creative mind behind custom products that include Beautiful Christmas Stockings. She’s a very savvy businesswoman who in addition to making beautiful handmade products for the home, gives back to the community. To date, her donations have provided 175,000 meals for families in need.

Diane is interested in partnering with someone who is interested in making something that would compliment her stocking sales. It would definitely be a win-win. Reach out to Diane at her email below.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Diane

- How We Met - Blogging Conference

- Her business - Creating Custom Christmas Stockings

- Her Philanthropic work - Stocking the Pantry

- Her Home & Projects

- Her Family Christmas Tradition - Experience Gifting

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

The Song of Achilles: A Novel

South House Boutique - Etsy

Stocking the Pantry

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Jul 18, 202251:24
Live in my Studio - It's "Handy"

Live in my Studio - It's "Handy"

ABOUT KEITH VOGELER

Keith is my handy husband and the owner of Contract Glazing, Inc in Lake Barrington, IL - He’s the brains and muscle behind all of my design schemes.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Keith

- Our house in the early years

- All of the Projects we’ve done around the house

- What other Episodes with “Handy” might look like

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

The Hobbit

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Jul 11, 202244:11
Welcome to Season 5 with my Sweet Texas Friend Michele Howell

Welcome to Season 5 with my Sweet Texas Friend Michele Howell

ABOUT MICHELE HOWELL

Michele is the creator of vintagehomedesigns.com She lives in a suburb of Dallas with her husband. She is a designer and a truly talented lady.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Michele

- How we met

- Her job as a blogger, designer, and Airbnb owner

- Having her home in Magazines

- Her home and unique community and her gardens

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Brides of North Texas

Country Sampler – Farmhouse Style

Beholding and Becoming: The Art of Everyday Worship

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Jul 04, 202241:44
Emma is Moving to Chicago and she has very expensive tastes! Thank you Philip & Nathan Etter!

Emma is Moving to Chicago and she has very expensive tastes! Thank you Philip & Nathan Etter!

My baby is moving to her own apartment in Chicago. The place that she and her friend Spencer found is amazing! The serendipitous way that everything worked out is quite a story! 

The girls have a definite style and it all started with some mid-century modern chairs that were gifted to Emma from the Etters (you can listen to our Podcast with them HERE)

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Emma

- She’s Moving out to Chicago

- The Apartment and how it just fit into the plan

- The girl’s design style

- We are going to miss each other

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Podcast with the Etters HERE

Artwork for Emma’s Apartment - Photowall

Bed Frame

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Jun 06, 202243:49
Eryn Whalen - Along with her family they moved from the suburbs in Washington State to a 120 acre farm in Tennessee

Eryn Whalen - Along with her family they moved from the suburbs in Washington State to a 120 acre farm in Tennessee

ABOUT ERYN WHALEN

Eryn is the creator of erynwhalenonline.com Along with her husband and two kids they recently sold their home in Washington State and moved away from Family and Friends to Tennessee. Their goal was to own more and owe less. They now have a 120-acre farm with a farmhouse that needs a lot of love. She has the plenty of that and the talent to make it into their dream home.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Eryn

- How We Met

- Why they decided to move?

- The House

- The Property

- Gardening

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Do It Scared by Ruth Soukup

Deer Out

Deer Scram

Thistlewood Blogging Mastermind

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May 30, 202239:01
Host of the Popular IG Live "Meet Me In the SheShed" - Wendy McMonigle of WMDesignhouse.com

Host of the Popular IG Live "Meet Me In the SheShed" - Wendy McMonigle of WMDesignhouse.com

ABOUT WENDY MCMONIGLE

Wendy is the owner and creator of WMDesignHouse.com. She is also the Host of the Popular IG Live “Meet Me in The SheShed”. She’s one of the most creative people I know. The things that she can make with items for Dollar Tree are amazing. She lives in Southern California in a historic home with her husband of 39 years, David and he joins her in all of the places for her cooking segments.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Wendy

- How We Met

- Our Blogging Journey

- Decorating and her historic home

- Gardening

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Marfan’s Syndrome

https://marfan.org/conditions/marfan-syndrome/

Thistlewood Blogging Mastermind

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May 23, 202243:52
She's not Toxic but the Stuff we put on our skin is! Welcome back my little buddy Emma!

She's not Toxic but the Stuff we put on our skin is! Welcome back my little buddy Emma!

ABOUT Emma Vogeler

Emma is my beautiful 23-year-old (single) daughter. She currently lives at home but is planning on moving to the city of Chicago (40 miles away) in July. She works from home as a Marketing Coordinator for a computer software firm.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Emma

- Recap of the HBOMax Docu-series “Not So Pretty” - HBOMax

- Breakdown of the four episodes

- Our take on the program

- What we are doing in our lives to change our products

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Apps to scan your products for chemicals: Skin Deep, Detox Me and Clearya. We also found anothers: EWG Healthy Living and Think Dirty

Chemicals you DON’T want in your products

Talc

Fragrance

TPHP

Dimethyltolylamine - Carcinogen

Titanium dioxide - toxic to reproduction

Methylene Glycol - known to cause cancer

Dibutyl phthalate (DBP)

Piethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP)

Formaldehyde

Methylene glycol

Quaternium-15

Mercury

Isobutylparaben

Isopropyiparaben

M-Phenylenediamine and its salts

0-Phenylenediamine and its salts

The entire class of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)

most toxic chemicals

Chemicals found in nail polish

TPHP

Camphor

Toluene

Ethyl tosylamide

Dibutyl Phthalate

Formaldehyde Resin

Formaldehyde

Parabens

Xylene

Found in packaging:

BPA

BPF

BPAF

Recycle symbols 3, 6 and 7 are bad

Symbols 2, 4, 5 are better (245 stay alive)

Company I’m using for my face products:  Toups & Co

Support “Safer Beauty Bill” Package

Sign the Petition “Crown Act”

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May 16, 202247:45
Reinventing Reinvented Delaware with Cindy Rust

Reinventing Reinvented Delaware with Cindy Rust

ABOUT CINDY RUST:

Cindy lives in Delaware and along with her husband refinishes, restores, and reinvents vintage furniture. They have three grown children and they live with their little dog Barkley. Cindy is a blogger and YouTube video creator. She enjoys sharing her love for vintage, home, and garden on her platforms.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Cindy Rust

- Her reinventing furniture business

- How we met

- The evolution of her business and her blog

- How her professional photography career works well with her new business

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers

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May 09, 202231:30
Amy from @thevintagebreadbox. She's traditional eclectic with a whole lot of vintage class!

Amy from @thevintagebreadbox. She's traditional eclectic with a whole lot of vintage class!

ABOUT AMY MELIN:
Amy is the Mom of three young children. She lives in a beautiful home in Deer Park, IL. She has a significant presence in the Instagram Vintage world @thevintagebreadbox. You can purchase items much like what she has in her home in her Etsy Shop. She’s been featured in Country Sampler Magazine and Flea Market Decor Magazine
WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:
My interview with Amy Melin from @thevintagebreadbasket
- How we met
- Her love of Vintage
- Decorating with Vintage
- A Little Bit of Gardening
RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:
Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand
CONNECT WITH AMY MELIN:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/thevintagebreadbox/
Etsy Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/TheVintageBreadBox/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/thevintagebreadbox/
Blog: whitebreadshrugged.com/

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Website: www.livinglargeinasmallhouse.com
Instagram: @livinglargeinasmallhouse
Facebook: @livinglargeinasmallhouse
YouTube: @livinglargeinasmallhouse
Email: lynn@livinglargeinasmallhouse.com

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May 02, 202238:01
A New House and 10 Acres with Master Gardener Stacy Ling

A New House and 10 Acres with Master Gardener Stacy Ling

ABOUT STACY LING:

Stacy is a Master Gardener and Blogger who lives with her husband and three daughters in New Jersey. They just recently bought a home on 10 acres and you can follow the journey of her gardening and updating her home on her blog or other social media channels.

WHAT YOU WILL HEAR ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE:

My interview with Stacy Ling the creator of the Blog - StacyLing.com

- How we met

- Her New Home & 10 Acres of Property to Garden

- Gardening

- The House

RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED:

Floret Farm’s Cut Flower Garden

The Well-Tended Perennial Garden

The Manual of Woody Landscape Plants

The Layered Garden

House Hunters: Season 158 - Episode 4 Ski Condo or Lake House in Vermont

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Apr 25, 202244:35
Is Homesteading the New Fad?

Is Homesteading the New Fad?

Apr 18, 202215:30
Spring has Sprung at this Small House

Spring has Sprung at this Small House

Apr 11, 202221:00