The Cozy Kitchen Podcast | Where efficiency meets joy in the heart of the home. Embracing the love of feeding our families with care and purpose.

Life is Better with Chickens

If you're thinking of adding chickens to your farm or even in the backyard of your city home, this is the episode for you!
Today we'll cover, best preparing for chickens, where to house them, how to purchase, from chicks to chickens, favorable breeds and how to keep them safe!
Be sure to check below for a few great reading pieces! 
Referenced Links:
Blog: How to Keep Backyard Chickens
Blog: Painting the Inside of a Chicken Coop
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Let’s start sewing with special guest, Heather from HeatherHandmaid

Today the Homestead Journey is welcoming a very special guest to tell us all the things about sewing! 
Sewing may sound difficult or like there are too many materials needed to start but fear not Heather from HeatherHandmade will walk you through where to start, materials to use, tools you need, where to find patterns, how to best set yourself up for success, and much much more. 
Don't forget to scroll below to connect with both Heather and me, plus check out all the amazing links she provided!
Referenced Links:
Follow along with Eryn on IG
 
Find Heather: 
 
Website: https://www.heatherhandmade.com
 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherhandmade/
 
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherhandmade
 
Some of her easy patterns to begin with: 
 
FREE fleece hat pattern
 
FREE Circle skirt pattern
 
Brother Sewing Machine
 
FOLLOW ME ON:
INSTAGRAM 
ERYN WHALEN ONLINE
MY LTK STORE
MY AMAZON STOREFRONT
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Cozy Up the Home this Winter Season

I know, I know, you're wishing for spring! Trust me, I'm with you. However, this week I've had quite a change of heart. Where does our time go friends? Why are we always trying to move to the next task, the next podcast, the next lesson, the next, the next, the next. I think you get my point.
This season is made to be a little slower. Join me in this episode as I talk about where my heart has been pulled this past week and how you can cozy up your home and enjoy the season rather than wishing for the next. 
Referenced links:
• Tag along on IG
• All the blog posts and recipes on my website 
• Rub n Buff
• Giani Carrara White Marble Epoxy 
 
 
 

Winter Garden Preparation

Winter may be a slower time when it comes to being able to work outside but my mind is racing with ideas and visions for this coming garden season.
Join me in this episode where I turn my visions and wants into a plan! 
Sponsored by, Washington Grown
Referenced Links:
Connect with me day to day in IG
Checkout my website
Amazon Seed Organizer 

Seeds, Starts, Garden Plans and More!

The world of gardening is beautiful, romantic, humbling, satisfying, and yields much gratification!
Whether you're just starting to garden, looking to expand, or simply looking to learn, you've come to the right place. We'll talk about the differences between seeds vs starts and then break it down further into heirloom seeds, hybrid seeds, and GMO seeds.
I am so excited to plant this year, all of the different seeds mentioned in this episode, and share my experiences at the end. Happy Gardening! 
Referenced Links:
• Browse my website 
• Catch me day to day on IG
• Amazon Seed Organizer 
• What You Need To Know About Heirloom seeds, Hybrid Seeds, and GMO Seeds Blog Post 
• Winter Garden Prep January - February Blog Post
• Harvesting and Drying Herbs Blog Post 
• Johnny's Seeds 
 
 

Weather Shows Our Weakness

I'm back and my oh my, do I have a story for you!
Our first Christmas in our almost 100-year-old farmhouse was stressful, memorable, and telling to say the least. I heard the phrase "Weather Shows Our Weakness" the other day and thought not only was it the perfect title for this podcast but also the perfect way, to sum up, our Christmas week. 
Popular Links:
Follow Along on Instagram
Checkout my Website
Washington Grown YouTube Channel

In the Words of the Great Ross Geller, PIVOT!

For all my fellow bloggers and for those that are still deciding whether or not to make the leap, this episode is for you!
I'll share the struggles in business, and how I am pivoting within my environment. Sometimes, you have to sit back and take inventory of what you’re doing, and of your environment, and if you need to formulate a new plan to achieve your end goal.
Links Referenced: 
• My IG
• My Website 

Thanksgiving Recipe Special and Adorable Guests

Join me for a short message to discuss some of my favorite recipes plus a word of encouragement for the week.
You'll also hear from two very special guests and what they're grateful for!
Links Referenced: 
• My IG 
• Brussel Sprout Salad with Caramelized Pecans and Goat Cheese
• Cranberry Orange Pound Cake with White Chocolate and an Orange Glaze 
• Leftover Turkey Ideas - Turkey Cranberry Sliders 
• Buttery and Rich Thumbprint Cookies
• Inspiration and Ideas for a Cozy Family Thanksgiving 

Christmas Prep: Let’s Make it as Stress Free as Possible!

Christmas comes at the same time every year! So why are we constantly shocked, ill prepared and making last minute trips to the grocery store?
Our life is hectic enough around here in the Whalen Household so I'm spending extra time in prepping for Christmas this year. 
In today's episode we'll talk about taking some time and mapping out what Christmas day and the week or so beforehand look like. Is family coming into town, are there any extra sales where I could pick up needed grocery items now, are there any local events that I want scheduled in the calendar? Ask yourself these questions and others depending on your traditions and what you want Christmas to look like! 
Links References:
Last Weeks Episode
My IG
My Website
Rainbow Resource Guide 

Pantry Prep and Clean-Up

Join me in this episode where I'll discuss cleaning out your pantry and organizing in a way that brings you joy and inspires you.
Often times pantries are dark, dull and full of expired foods. No more! I'm encouraging you to recreate your pantry into a space that you enjoy. Food is beautiful and meant to fill the bellies of those you love, lets treat how we handle it the same!
We'll also cover the importance of watching what foods you use the most of and planning a couple months in advance. It's always good to know where your food comes from and even more so that it'll be there in the case of emergency! 
Links to Items Referenced: 
Pantry and Kitchen Holiday Organization Blog Post 
Mountain Rose Herbs 
Harvesting and Drying Herbs Blog Post 
My Amazon Store
My IG
My Website