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Latest Articles /// The Honey Bee Gazette
Welcome to The Honey Bee Gazette, a charming corner of the internet where homemaking meets heartfelt stories and encouraging advice. Here, Melissa shares daily insights, tips, and musings on creating a warm, inviting home. Join our hive of readers as we explore the joys of domestic life, one day at a time. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, advice, or a sense of community, The Honey Bee Gazette is your go-to source for all things heart and home.
A Simple June Bucket List for Homemakers (Free Printable)
Feeling a little scattered now that summer’s here? This simple June bucket list will help you slow down, enjoy your home, and make the most of the season. June has a way of shifting everything just a little. The days…
Free Printable Homemaker’s Notebook: June 2025
As homemakers, having tools and resources that inspire, encourage, and help us manage our homes and families better is important. We’re living during a time when family life is so busy. There’s so much to remember and so much to do…
Plan Your Garden with This Sweet Strawberry-Themed Grid Planner
Planning your garden just got easier—and a little sweeter—with these strawberry-themed square foot garden grids. If you’re looking to simplify your garden planning this season, these new strawberry-themed Square Foot Garden Grid pages are a fun and practical way to…
Free Printable Garden Planner (44 Pages to Print)
If you’re planning to grow a garden this year—whether it’s a few pots on the porch or a full backyard setup—staying organized can make a big difference. So many women are embracing old-fashioned ideals like homemaking, sewing, and gardening. If…
May Bucket List for Homemakers (Free Printable)
Need a little inspiration for the month ahead? This May Bucket List is a fun way to stay motivated and make the most of the season. If you’re trying to stay intentional this spring without overcomplicating things, the May Bucket…
If You Don’t Like Your Garden, Change It: My Backyard Project
I finally found the energy to start rebuilding my backyard — and what surprised me most was how much strength, peace, and satisfaction I found in the process. So a funny thing happened this spring. I decided I wanted to…
My April 2025 Habits, Goals + Journal Updates (Lots of Photos)
This month I’ve been busy with garden prep, home projects, and a few simple habits I’m trying to stay consistent with. April got off to a great start, and honestly, I’ve felt more energized this month than I have in…
Blackstone Grill Deals You Don’t Want to Miss for this Summer
Spring is here, and you know what that means—it’s grilling season! Whether you’re flipping pancakes for a weekend brunch or firing up burgers for a backyard BBQ, a good griddle makes all the difference. And right now, you can score…
4 Amazon Deals You’ll Love for Your Home This Week
I’m always on the lookout for deals that make life a little easier (and less expensive). This week, Amazon has some especially good finds—practical items for the home, cleaning supplies, and a few bigger-ticket upgrades worth considering. If you’re trying…
INTRODUCING MY NEW HOMEMAKING PLANNER
Purpose 31 Homemaking Notebook
THE ULTIMATE TOOL FOR BUSY HOMEMAKERS
Embrace the ease and clarity this simple planner brings to your daily routine, and see how it transforms your homemaking journey. Get your hands on this essential tool today and experience the joy of organized and inspired living! 40 pages to print.
Hi! I’m Melissa!
I’m Melissa, the heart and hands behind this community. My journey as a homemaker began over 33 years ago. I’m a wife and mom to five, stepmom to four, and Grandarling to 17 and counting! I love serving my family and making our house a space that feels like home to everyone who enters.
