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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.
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…
What’s Working in My House Right Now: Slow Rhythms
I’ve been settling into a slower rhythm at home—one that feels peaceful, purposeful, and just right for this season. If Christmas time wasn’t my favorite time of the year, springtime definitely would be. Longer days, warmer weather, and fresh blooms…
The Uh OH! Bucket: A Simple Chore Based System for Kids (and Moms)
If you’re tired of tripping over toys or constantly picking up after your kids, let me share with you a little trick that just might save your sanity: the Uh OH! Bucket. It’s simple and effective. And yes, it even…
Why You Should Grow Garden Plants You Love
Your garden doesn’t have to be big or perfect—it just needs to bring you joy. Here’s why that matters more than anything else. There’s something grounding about working in the dirt. It helps quiet the noise and pulls you back…
Spring Gardening for Beginners: Grow What You Love
You don’t need to have a green thumb already to start a garden—just a little sunlight, some soil, and a few plants that make you happy. It never fails. There’s just something about spring that makes me want to dig…
How Sewing, Gardening & Canning Are Finding New Life
More and more people are slowing down and turning to timeless skills like sewing, gardening, and canning to bring meaning, savings, and a little homemade joy back into everyday life. I’ve always enjoyed traditional homemaking and over the years I’ve…
10 Best Books for No Dig Gardening Methods
Whether you’re new to gardening or you’re a seasoned gardener, these gardening books will be a good addition to your collection, There’s something so satisfying about tending a garden – even a small one. But I’ll be honest… hauling out…
Overwhelmed at Home? This Simple Routine Will Help
Ever feel like your house is falling apart and you’re too tired to care, let alone clean? You’re not lazy—you’re exhausted, and this simple weekly rhythm might be just what you need. There’s nothing quite like waking up and already…
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.
