LIFE CHANGING VINTAGE HOMEMAKING HABITS WE NEED TO DO TODAY
Вставка
- Опубліковано 22 сер 2024
- These vintage homemaking habits that generations past implemented can change our lives for the better. A nicer home environment, better financial management and more connection with our loved ones
Also some of you ask me what lip colors I wear:
My lip color in this video: amzn.to/3qq6vlu
Lipliner: amzn.to/45KhOp8
#homemaking #oldfashioned #simpleliving #vintagelifestyle #slowlifestyle #traditionallifestyle #slowliving
My Mother lived through the 1930s depression but managed fairly well as she lived on a farm and had a stockpile of canned food, etc. The skills and thrift she learned in those years were practiced her whole life. When she was a widow and living in her 80s she loved to sit and crochet or quilt. She didn't have much money but she always had a "stockpile" of potential gifts in her closet. Always a beautiful doily she may have crocheted or a quilt or afghan. For quite a few years she would hunt at the thrift stores and yard sales for any yarn and purchase what she could. She would make afghans of "many colors" and by Christmas she would often have 10 or 12 made. She would take them to rest homes and gift them to people who did not have family or someone who remembered them. She was wonderful like that.
She sounds like an amazing woman :)
What a beautiful woman!
Wish we would hear more stories like this, especially the Christian community.
This is how I was able to be a stay-at-home mom to our 2 children. People think that can no longer be done, but it can, and it's really quite a lovely way to live.
Many moms could stay home with their children if they weren't buying them $100 sneakers and the ladtest junk advertised Kids need their parents'time and attention , not a house full of stressed people because there are too many things and too many activitieschildren are put into 18 month old babies don't need ballet lessons: they need their mom to read to them , take walks, look at bugsand the sun and the clouds and grasz and flowers growing Let them be children
@@debc315 Amen, sister!
People especially kids, do not want to do with less than their peers, we as parents have groomed them this way giving them what we did not have when we were kids. No one knew todays young people would become so materialistic. However staying home is considered old fashion, it is a luxury today and a big benefit to the family and the community for the most part.
Yeah. My husband has an average paying job and I'm a stay at home mom of 6. It's definitely doable.
I hunger so much for yesteryear to return. I know that life has changed but so much is being missed in today's world. The kitchen was the heart of the home, and it did not have to be brand new and unused. Today's world beautiful kitchens are installed and look great, but they are not even so much as used for anything but getting ice. Sad, they do not know what they are missing. Thanks for the memories.
So so true.
I think another group of important skills are sewing - both hand and machine, embroidery, knowing how to repair clothing (zippers and buttons), take up hems, knit and crochet...all skills very rarely taught & I am very glad to know them!
Love your post! Sewing is definitely a skill I need to learn..I need to learn how to sew a straight line any tips? I hand sewed my monthly pads and used the sewing machine to sew a few pads but that’s about it..I would love to learn to sew my own nightgowns and curtains..I have books for beginners but I’m a visual learner..I will learn this skill eventually.
Grew up with the "mend and make do" mentality. We did not buy a lot of clothes or shoes, etc., but we did try to get quality and then maintain them. I learned to clean and polish shoes early as I wore saddle shoes. Learned how to sew in high school. I still knit, crochet, etc., and still polish my shoes(not saddle shoes, thank goodness).
Love this, I learned to sew casual handbags during Covid...now I sew and sell. I also work but try to cook, clean and make my home a warm inviting place to live.
One more thing; One can stay home and raise good humans by doing all the things you pointed out. It is a matter of choice and priorities. Nothing is more important than raising wonderful children.
I’m unmarried and work 4am-12pm but I’m going to be homemaker after work because I live with my mom who’s not in the greatest physical condition so I’m gonna help out! After all she’s cared for me for 27 years it’s high time I returned the favor!
God bless!
I actually live this way, for the past 10 years or so. It started out as a necessity, then became my lifestyle. I have not had a credit card in over twenty years. If I don't have cash for it I don't buy it. I have a fully stocked pantry so like this month I have to purchase new prescription glasses, That will be a large sum of money, so I won't grocery shop this month. It won't be a problem, because of my full pantry.
I am on my way to paying off my 3 small balances of charge cards , If I don't have money I won't buy it I grew up with a frugal mom, my dad died the month one month before President Kennedy was shot She was very wise about money I never knew we were poor I never did without I started shopping at age 10 i always went to the clearance rack to shop I taught my 6 children the same way to shop. Our parents always had food stocked up My mom was tge original design on a dime She did wonders with paint and contact paper . Now resale of clothes on the internet seems so in vogue Haha back in the 1960's that wasn't quite as popular . My mother fed everyone who came in our house
The simplicity of life is sorely missed. My kids felt they were missing out by not going to Disney, expensive concerts, etc...
Now that my oldest is a young adult she has talked to friends and learned she had it better than most of her peers! Social media and commercials make ppl feel like if they don't have an amazing day it was a bad day....🤦♀️🤷♀️
@@earthmama9597 I have 6 adult kids who never had a fancy vacation ( I am 67 and I have never had 9ne either . I have never flown on a plane , I don't have real jewelry , I love cars without all the electronic gadgets . My kids have never been to Disney or some fancy camp . For Chris as they received one toy and and out fit . They did receive a good homeschooling education , home-cooked meals from scratch and lots of out door play , sports , music lessons music lessons , martial arts instruction . Not one of them ever felt they were deprived. They did feel comfortable with people of all age groups and learned to think of others and to help others
Their father recently retired from being a dentist and I wasdetermined that they were not going g to grow up spoiled , rich kids . They were second hand clothes and those that were purchased new were always on sale or clearance . I would go to the shoestring twice a year and buy about 40 pairs of shoes. I would go to the shoe closet when one or two needed a new pair of shoes . My adult kids still shop that way and are very careful with their money . They have even been known to save for a big purchase instead of whipping out the plastic
I live life like it was 1970s even all my TV are CRT TVs. Living like this has been the most stress free I ever had. I'm not in debt like other people my age ( I'm 24) and since everything I own doesn't need Internet if there is a power outage of Internet in my area I barely notice except if I'm on my phone or work computer. I also chose not to have a car unless it's something I could afford. But cars are huge money guzzlers. My pantry is always full. Now my older sister on the other hand doesn't understand why I live like it's the 70s. That I should just throw away my stuff and get with the times. But then she complained about having to pay her 60$ worth of subscription fees, 70$ Internet, a 400$ light bill , 2 50$ phone bills, a 800$ car loan she has to pay cause she couldn't pay her house rent, ECT. And to make things worse one of her shows that she paid for got took away by Amazon due to licencing issues. Meanwhile I having everything in DVD and VHS format. And don't have to pay those type of bills. She is also in credit card debt as well. If I " got with the times." That would be my life. So ya I'm happy living in the 70/80s
I’ve hosted acquaintances and their families for dinners, brunches, coffee and cocktails and very few have ever returned the favor. It makes me feel I’ve failed to be a good host but maybe it’s because they doubt their own hosting abilities. Please return the gesture, if someone invites you, it doesn’t need to be more than a simple coffee and a chat.
"better stuff doesn't make you a better person". Sound thought. Passing this one on. Lovely sentiment.
Glad it was helpful, Koni...have a wonderful weekend! :)
I just so love your channel. You are always so spot on! I used to have my own business as a professional organizer and would teach people to live with less stuff and less money. Having been homeless in the past, I know the importance of having that pantry you speak of. I have one, a big one because I never want to wonder where my next meal is coming from again. My little A Frame (rental) overlooking a small lake is old but I love it. It's rustic and about 99% of everything in here is used. When I moved in, in 09 after moving back from the US, I had my mother's china and my clothes and two lamps. I slept on the floor the first night just so grateful to have a roof over my head. Next day I got a blowup bed from Walmart and a cheap set of cookware. I thought I died and went to heaven. Now after 14 years of living here, my place is full enough. I have what I need and then some. I've been able to retire and turn to writing which increased my peace in life tenfold. Silly as this sounds, one of the new things I have bought over the years are my inexpensive red and white plaid curtains. Just completes me and the A Frame. Thank you for your inspiring videos. Love from Nova Scotia.
Wonderful, Juanita...sounds like you've created a lovely little haven...blessings to you :)
Juanita, don’t you find that the older homes are built so much better then newer ones? I live in the US where my husband and I live in over a hundred year old Victorian home. I wouldn’t trade our home with anyone living in a newer build one.
@@michellehoppes2402 Definitely. I grew up in Florida. Ugh! Can''t believe live in mobile homes anywhere near hurrricane alley. My little A Frame was built in the 1970's and it's tough.
@@asimpleseason2616 Thank you.
Beautiful!!!
I was lucky to know all my grandparents and 2 of my great grandmothers. They all canned and had huge pantries.
The houses were also spotless. They all lived through the dust bowl in Nebraska and hated dust. Always something yummy cooking. Credit was NO...vacations were usually a cabin in Colorado. GOD i miss them, their wit & wisdom & so wish I could spend a day with them. ❤
Thanks for sharing a bit of your history, Sally.... love these stories :)
I used to write often, however my friends that I wrote were all older, now they have all gone. I only have three oldsters to write, I love to keep them in mind and remind them someone cares. It is a joy for me as well. They usually write back. How perfect. You are so right. Keep things work more smoothly and less costly.
Awesome video. I had only one set of Grandparents as my moms parents died before I was born..I never learned anything from my grandparents as in frugal living because they were very well off and later became Millionaires so they didn’t need to learn to live frugally. My grandmother never learned to bake anything from scratch, or aka a CouponQueen, and learning to preserve anything..My mom was 17 (no siblings or close Aunts or close cousins)when she had me made the make delicious home cooked meals but never baked anything from scratch nor preserved food..I’m self taught on every skill I have from frugal living , cooking/baking from scratch, to foraging, to growing foods, to preserving and making my own medicinal medicines to body products..all of which go hand and hand with frugality and skills..My home is my paradise..I turned my 2-acre lawn into a medicinal/edible landscape..I love walking my food forest..watching my chickens do their chicken dance..watching the fire in the fire pit,..swinging in my hammock..I planted many flowers/shrubs/bushes that are beautiful but also serve a purpose as in medicinal with some being edible.. I would rather sit back and watch all the beauty that surrounds me then go on vacation. I’m very close to my three sons, my brothers and my dad..
Sounds like a lovely life!
I agree with your take on the custom of letter writing. My sons may call regularly and chat but with a letter I can keep it and read it over and over again. 😍
Love that!
My husband and I wanted our home to be a cozy, inviting place where our kids could bring friends. I kept food on hand that would feed a crowd of boys (like brownies from scratch, which are so easy to make), and they were welcome to relax and watch a movie. I'm so glad that you are sharing these habits, that really are more about what has value to us. We made the decision to live how you have described many years ago, and our children are continuing the tradition with their own families!
what a great legacy for your children, Patti...so great to be the "hangout house"
@@asimpleseason2616 🥰❤
When my 6 kids were younger in the early 2000's we had no video games or expensive toys They each got a toy and an outfit for Christmas. I can remember one Christmas when we had neighbor kids at our house on Christmas Eve One boy said his parents spent $1500 on him and $1500 on his brother for Christmas yet here he was at our house watching a 13 inch TV infomercial for some gadget. Go figure
@@debc315 I loved reading this! We have started giving our grandchildren “experiences” for Christmas. This year we gave them a trip to a theme park during the summer. I made a booklet with pictures of rides and shows using scrapbook supplies. They all had an amazing day, and have memories instead of toys!!
@@asimpleseason2616 I wish I could impress upon young mothers how short their time with their kids is I was blessed to be able to homeschooling mine I still wonder where the Yeats went 2 of them are in their late 20's and the other 4 are in theirb40's I wish I could do it all over again
These are all very good tips. I try to live like my grandparents did, cooking from scratch, canning, growing a garden and only cleaning with vinegar and soap etc. However, I find the quality of the items we can purchase has decreased significantly. Clothing falls apart in a couple of months, I got fed up and bought "good quality" items. They lasted a bit longer but not for the price I paid. It used to be a pair of pj's may last the child until they outgrow them plus hand me downs. Now we are lucky if a pair lasts a couple of months. I research EVERY single item and I even look at the stitching on clothes, I can't afford to spend money on items that won't even last a year.
I hear you on the clothing, Shannon! Ironically, sometimes spending more doesn't equate to better quality...and like you, I'm finding a lot of clothing lasts only a season or two before looking a little worse for wear.
These ideas are not only prudent & heartwarming reminders of the sheer beauty of a simple lifestyle, but the contentment and joy it brings. We would be wise to return to these ways now for there are surely perilous days ahead.
Both my grandmothers hung their laundry outside. I remember helping them, loving the time spent with them, AND loving the fresh smell of the laundry afterwards. I continue to do laundry this way into my 50s. It saves money too. I also preset my washer and dishwasher to run during off-peak utility hours. My grandmothers didn’t have that convenience, but I’m sure they would’ve used it if they had.
I so loved this video. I loved the message you included towards the end of it. It’s so true.
I was very fortunate to grow up around my grandparents and great grandparents and I try to practice things I learned from them.
Thank you for another truly wonderful video. I look forward to the next one. 😊
Such a blessing to have had your folks around, Michelle...wonderful! Thanks for being here :)
Awww letter writing. My grandfather still writes and I always save them. What a lovely video and you look gorgeous
Thanks so much for the kind words and for visiting ... I see you have a channel too so I will check it out! 😊
Such very wise advice. I wish all our younger people would see this. Thankyou!💐
Thanks so much for visiting, Tana...have a great evening :)
love these, especially the one about making your home a place you and your family, whoever they are, want to be. ❤
Looks like your ducks are coming over for tea, lol.
Yes, if we're outside they usually come over to see what's happening lol!
I love this video Lisa.
When I was raising my first two in the 70's I made their clothes, cooked homemade meals 3 time's a day. I did some of the same thing's with my 2 born in the 90's.
I've learned to can. I do save money but not in a bank.
Thank you for these suggestions. Your desert look's yummy.
So wonderful you were able to do this for your kids...lovely!
Letter writing, and Thank You Notes; I taught my son, who is 2o yrs. now, to do those those things in cursive. Yes, people really DO appreciate the time it takes to do those things. It is personal. Teachers no longer want to be bothered with teaching cursive. They told me repeatedly it was no longer necessary! I said if you can't write it, you can't read it. You are so very right. The old frugal ways were, and are the best. Society just spends and waste way too much. Thank you for your videos.
What a wonderful thing to have taught your son! Thanks so much for the visit :)
This has to be one of my FAVOURITES of your Videos... Thank you for sharing these Truths that have been called " outdated" or " Old Fashioned " by some... when in reality, these are Sound Principles that need to be taught , to help bring back a sense of ' non- instant Gratification " ... you were so correct on some of the points you made. These important Life Principles need reviving in order to bring back a sembelance of Normalcy to a World inundated with " buy, buy ,buy .." and living beyond ones means just because other people are doing that. Our
Ancestors did not compete with others....they valued what they had and Did not feel it was necessary to do all kinds of things to compete with others if they were content.
Thanks so much and I am so happy you enjoyed it...I like your summation of sound principles and non-instant gratification...sometimes I can't imagine how I lived when I was younger having to physically go into the bank to get my spending money out for the week...doing that really made me think about my purchases because I had to plan to not run out of cash before Friday... :)
Thank you for sharing wisdom. Young people could learn so much by watching. Don't spend on something if you don't have the money, put a little food back. My mom in law always did, she lived through the depression. My grandmother used her children's clothing, cut them up and used the fabric to make a quilt. I still have a quilt she made. They didn't have t.v. so. . . . .too much time gets wasted too on t.v. and such. my grandfather maybe read the newspaper in the evening. Beautiful video, nicely done. Thanks. And may many listen
And yes letter writing should come back too along with picking up the phone as there's nothing like hearing a loved ones voice.
What a nice heirloom and memory of your grandmother, Barbara :)
Thank you for the reminder of the value of hand written letters. Right now, I have a stack of old letters from my dad's things that were written about 50 years ago.
Oh gosh! Thank you for the reminders! My parents lived thru the depression and they never used credit to buy things. Actually, there were no credit cards when I was growing up and I am so thankful for knowing I can live without a credit card. My mother used to write things down and she and my dad would have discussions at the kitchen table once or twice a month regarding finances and needs without us kids around. I don't think that happens anymore between couples. The simpler life is so much better. Thanks so much, I love your messages, reminders and videos! 😉❤
Those kitchen table budget talks...I remember those too growing up! A good thing to bring back...thanks for the visit, Mikki :)
I am saving for a really nice electric canner. I just don’t have what it takes to do my canning on the stove anymore. We always had a house full of people, my mother was an awesome woman. I am very blessed to have learned all her secrets. Making bread, canning food and cooking from scratch. Her motto was, if there are no potatoes left after dinner someone went away from the table hungry. Such sweet, sweet memories❤. You looked beautiful once again.
What nice memories of your mom, Terri and what a blessing she was to you to have taught you what you know... an electric canner sounds interesting...I'm going to look at how it works..have a great evening :)
Hello Lisa, oh how much I enjoyed each and every one of your sound tips and advice Lisa. You are so kind and gentle in your delivery which is always so lovely, and I do agree that our grandparents would never have lived above their means and got into debt much less been extravagant or elaborate buying things that they just couldn't afford. Nothing is nicer than having a friend over and chatting over a cup of tea and a slice of cake...just delicious. Stay well yourself Lisa and have a wonderful weekend.
Thanks so much, Simone! I appreciate you spending a bit of your time with me...looks like nice weather for us this weekend so hopefully dinner outdoors in the back yard...have a great day :)
Ya know? You have described me to a T. I grew up in a mobile home. My mother did a lot to make our small space cozy. I live in a new modular home, which isn't realky big, maybe 1800 sq ft. I love cozy places, and i really work to make it feel that way.
My grandmother was an Edwardian girl and taught both my mother and I well. Through my early life, we lived in several remote areas in Australia so a well stocked pantry was called 'cyclone rations' in preparation for the weather cutting off supplies. I really dont 'get' folks who dont see the value of these points
You are a lovely, lovely lady. Thank you so much for your advice.
Sadly, an increasing number of places are refusing to take cash such as self checkouts at the store, national parks, etc. I do use a credit card but have the cash in the bank to pay off the balance.
Yes, I've noticed this as well...staying out of debt as much as possible is the main thing :)
Such a pleasure hanging out-as usual. THANK YOU.
And totally agree all around. We definitely can glean so much from our past generations and can benefit so enormously from using a simpler season. Thank you for sharing your simple season😊💕😘
You are just an enormous blessing all around.
I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
So true.these utubers are only thinking of self they influence people to buy things so they get free things , they tell you how great somthing is then you dont see them using some products long. Its just a scam for them to get more money.dont buy their lies be content. Be happy you are just as good as any of them.
Lisa You are just GLOWING today! Thanks for your videos. Enjoy them so much!
Thanks, Doris! Maybe too much highlighter today lol! Thank you so much for visiting 😊
@@asimpleseason2616 No you are just looking 👍
Love this message, everything you said is so beneficial. Thank you!
This are all great reminders of what is real and worthwhile. Thank you for sharing and thanks for the rhubarb dessert recipe
Most welcome 😊
You are just adorable. I love this video and your voice!! You sound full of love!! Ty. Love you ❤️💛💚have a blessed day
Thank you so much, Danielle...thanks for visiting with me :)
Beautiful video, Lisa. Thank you. 🌹
Muu favorite pair with rhubarb is strawberries
Oh Lisa.
I just love and appreciate you so much ❣️
I appreciate you too! :)
Another beautiful message, thank you Lisa ~~~
Thanks so much, Dusty... hope you have a nice evening :)
I live just that way, in fact I have a windy chilly day here & have a pot of homemade soup on. Can't improve on that
I still write letters and notes. I love to buy special paper and notes.
Great channel! Thank you!
Glad you enjoy it!
You have such a sweet personality. I watch, if for no other reason than to see your smile. God richly bless and prosper you in all that you do. I am blessed to have you in my life.
How very kind...many blessings to you as well
Lisa your tips are right on. This is the way my parents and myself have lived. I am 73.
Thanks for sharing, Nancy!! :)
Love your channel so, so much.
Glad you enjoy it!
love Morning by Morning from Spurgeon 😊
I really like your videos
How wonderful, Krystal! I'm so glad you are enjoying them and thank you :)
It’s refreshing to watch your videos,Grazie.Speak Italian and have lived in Italy,unfortunately here in USA we don’t have products you have in Canada,but I try to have things on hand it’s so nice and my grandma did that so I learned.Keep up the good work!🕊🪶
Beautiful video ❤
Yay! I'm so glad you enjoyed it , Karen!
100% correct video.
Madam, you speak so eloquently and elegantly ❤
Wow, thank you
You have such an old beautiful soul❤
You are so kind
Women would stay home back then too and take care of the household and these days both partners have to work to make ends meet. In South Africa we are without electricity for 10 hours everyday and we hardly ever have water. Times have really changed and it's sad.
My goodness, Marsha...is the power out 10 hours at a time or is it split up?
@@asimpleseason2616 We have a 4 straight hour off and then 2 hours straight twice a day as well. Some days 4 hours off twice a day and then 2 hours off twice as well
Shared this amazing video with a homemaking group I run on FB. I am looking forward to sharing even more tips and tricks and insight from you in the future. -the Mrs
Thank you so much for very stable and wise words ,hi from Winnipeg!❤️
Welcome, Maria! Thanks so much for visiting :)
This is the first video of yours that I'm watching, and I really enjoyed these tips- really thoughtful tips- thank you.
Yay! I’m so glad you visited! :)
Tthhank you. Wonderful insight and methods that are becoming lost. ❤
Thank you, I'm so glad you visited, Jacqueline!
Just found ya, what a lovely video. Your thoughtful words are refreshing
Oh thank you, Wendy! And welcome! :)
Bless you thanks
Love all of this! Very beautiful channel 🌺
Thank you so much!
Thank you so much for these great tips.
You are so lovely! I really enjoyed this video and am saving it to make that rhubarb and apple dessert. Looks very good!
Aww, thanks for stopping by, Connie :)
Love this!!!
thank you
Welcome!
Very good x
Big thanks :)
I am slowly catching up with your videos and have learned so much. I have always had a stocked pantry, gardened, etc. Never heard of canning dry goods but I have now and have added it to me pantry. With prices still climbing I am happy to have. In one of your videos you made a drink and put Ovaltine in it, would you share what that was? Thinking it was a coffee. I am trying to not buy coffee house drInks as the cost it getting outrageous, but have a hard time making something I like.
Thanks, Vicki...I sometimes put a spoonful of Ovaltine in with my coffee and milk...it makes it kind of like a mocha :)
Im a sahm w 3 5 and under. I was blessed w a wonderful mom who stayed home and is a wonderful homemaker. I’m still struggling. I want so badly to have a welcoming home. I subscribed ❤
Being a mom is no small feat and it's a lot! You are raising the next generation to become adults and you want to have a welcoming home...a noble endeavor and a great goal to work toward :)
I hope we go “back to the future”
Hello darling. You are fabby ! Can you tell me which app you use for your thumbnails and banners please x?
Thanks,Tammy...I use Canva :)
Just came across your channel. Have loved watching it. We live a pretty traditional lifestyle, cause why spend money on what you can do yourself. I was surprised though, when you said you picked up rhubarb. It is so easy to grow, and so expensive to buy, why don't you grow it yourself?
Great question, Sharon...rhubarb is one of those things that our family takes a shine to two or three times a season so it doesn't make much sense for us to allocate our smallish garden space to grow it...sometimes our neighbors gift us some as well...thanks for finding my channel! :)
It doesn't take up that much space, you can grow it, freeze it for winter and gift the excess or sell it
Unfortunately I didn't any grandparents on either side.
Sadly, not everyone is blessed this way... often parents share many of the family stories though
You are so right about the handwritten letters. I have a very old suitcase filled with letters and special cards with i had received during my life, now over 50 years.
I still can touch my parents handwriting......so special
Greetings from the netherlands Lisa🪻🌷⚘️
What a treasure trove of memories, I'm sure...wonderful :)