Month: December 2023

Weekend Wisdom: I don’t know who needs to hear this but … you can return that. Writing and celebrating. This last little week of the year is always a favorite.…

To make your house feel like a home, it needs furnishing. However, this can be an expensive task. Ashley Furniture is a popular furniture store in the United States. They provide a…

Note: This article on tiny habits is written by contributing writer, Tammy Strobel. Recently, I’ve been thinking about starting new tiny habits. My birthday was in November, so a New…

A special thanks to each of you for making 2023 such an enjoyable year here at Becoming Minimalist. It was my fifteenth year of writing on this blog, and I…

You should consider using T1-11 siding if you’re building a cabin, cottage, garage, or shed. T1-11 siding resembles board and batten siding and provides the outer finish. It can also…

Weekend Wisdom: Maybe the opposite of being all caught up is not being behind but being relaxed. Kisses. I’m going to keep this one short with my wish for all…

Brunch lovers, REJOICE! We set out to make a coffee cake even your gluten-loving, dairy-obsessed friends would adore, and we think we’ve done it. This coffee cake is ultra FLUFFY,…

This short story was first published in 1916 by Mary Griggs Van Voorhis. It is a heartwarming story about love, empathy, and doing the right thing. I hope you enjoy…

It may be the most wonderful time of the year for you or not, or maybe it’s a little of both. Either way, there are a few simple shifts that…

We know that weathered oak can completely transform your wooden flooring. This is why you might consider staining. But there is always a risk when it comes to doing this.…

As the week of Christmas officially begins, many of us will find ourselves caught up in a whirlwind of preparation and shopping. Almost all of us desire our upcoming week…

Weekend Wisdom: If you crave a slow, spacious holiday season remember this … it’s easier to take back a no than to take back a yes. In my comfort zone.…

There is no shortage of decluttering articles out there but they may not be exactly what you are looking for. While I don’t consider myself a decluttering expert, I do…

Pot pie without a finicky crust or long bake time? Meet this EASY vegan soup that’s super cozy and delicious! It’s got all the flavor of your favorite pot pie…

Minimalism is the intentional promotion of the things we most value and the removal of anything that distracts us from it. It requires a conscious decision because it is a…

Weekend Wisdom: That moment when you think you don’t have time to take care of yourself, is the exact moment you have to take care of yourself. It’s a book…

Fifteen years ago, in Vermont, I discovered minimalism. While cleaning a garage full of clutter, my neighbor changed my life with a couple of sentences. She said, “That’s why my…

When you are making home improvements for yourself, you are going to encounter quite a few problems. If you are installing a trim/casing, one of the biggest issues that come…

Every now and then, it’s a good idea to stop and think about how we’re living our lives and how to make them better. That is what makes New Year’s…

I quit drinking in the beginning of 2019 and I can easily say that my life is better without alcohol. Being alcohol-free has improved my mental health by reducing anxiety.…