Beautiful Homemaking in Early Spring | Clean + Simplify | Let's Talk Idleness | DIY Bookshelf

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[@rachellebrooke4614]

Thank you for not editing out your mistakes 😊 makes me feel normal

[@daniellethomas6989]

🙌🏻

[@franblacklock225]

Kristen,I love you quoting the Bible and loving on your children! I love you thrifting and your ideas! You are a fabulous role model for all the younger women! I am a 62 year old disabled woman who loooooooves all your videos and have your family on my personal prayer list. I love you all and love all your ideas! You are my favorite you tuber, thanks for letting us share your family and your ideas!!!

[@franblacklock225]

I meant to tell you my family is number 1 in the whole nation for our sorghum, we live in KY and I’m very proud of them!!!!😊😊

[@katen1228]

I feel the same about Kristen, I’m on the other side of Iowa from her but I LOVE Kentucky

[@franblacklock225]

@@katen1228 I love KY it has so much beauty!!!!

[@katen1228]

@@franblacklock225 , I’ve only been there a few times and if I didn’t have kids here, I’d definitely considering moving there. Sending big hugs from east central Iowa

[@bivensbivens8929]

Kristen, newspaper is a better solution for your front beds. You can maneuver the paper around you plants and the benefit of paper is weed barrier, it brings all the worms to the paper working miracles for fertilizing your plants. Then top dress with what ever you want.

[@dawnsykes9171]

Make sure it’s the newsprint type of paper not the slick sale papers. After putting the newspaper down, then wet it down. This will help hold it in place. Add mulch over it. Then plant your flowers, or whatever. Of course make holes in the newspaper for your bulbs peeping thru. The only place we use cardboard, is in our vegetable garden. Only putting it down after we’ve planted. We put it around our veggie plants. As a weed barrier. It eventually breaks down. But wouldn’t think it would work well in your flower garden. My POV.

[@valeriespackman4019]

Who has newspapers anymore? I’m sure that was great advice when newspapers were a common item in everyone’s home. Now, no one has newspapers.

[@RayleenWigs]

@@valeriespackman4019actually here in Canada you still get newspapers and flyers weekly delivered to your door 😅 it’s almost excessive hahah

[@shellybell7240]

It’s the helmet for me!!!❤😂so sweet!!! As for the gardening….you just have to “jump in”, and you will learn….and you ARE jumping in! I’m so proud of you! We have years of experience, but many of our friends are MORE experienced….no matter! Last year was our first vegetable garden in more than 15 years. I am almost 65 years old….and I am still learning! For these many years, we lived in places that did not allow gardening…and now we CAN garden again!! Man, did we learn SO much this past year!! We had some big fails….and also learned what we wish to do differently this new year!! One thing I have always planted in our garden are tiny little ornamental white “pumpkins”. They are so fun to grow! Make a mound, and plant seeds all around on top of the mound. Water, water, water!! I thin them out a bit after the seeds have sprouted. After I harvest them in the fall, I use them for many different things. I adore filling baskets of all sizes to decorate our home! 😂We use them as hostess gifts, I paint them for Baby Shower favors….or paint them gold for our Thanksgiving table! (On and on!!) So…..that’s just an idea for you! Your home is just so beautiful!!!(By the way, should you ever decide to plant the ornamental pumpkins in your garden, their vines will want to “take over” your garden. Yet, by the time they do this….you are clearing out other things at harvest time. …so your garden is able to accommodate the growing vines! Thank you for your videos! I live about 1 hour away from you. We have a daughter who lives in Omaha…..so it is fun to have you be from our general” area!!❤ Praying for you and your family!

[@lauramitchell6725]

Ha ha,I always drill a hole somewhere in the the back of my bookcases. I then feed a normal length extension cord through the hole and plug it in behind the bookcase. ( because that’s where the outlet always ends up!) Then I never have to think about trying to pull it forward for that access once it’s full of books. I always like to have a tiny lamp with shade tucked amongst the books but I recently decided to fill one whole shelf with my antique blue glass bottles with twinkle lights behind them,easy peasy!(You know the hand blown ones that are the same color as antique mason jars but used to hold medicine and tonics) So pretty and so easy because I already had the extension cord peeking in.🤭

[@felisharivers4333]

The best part for me in this video is when your middle daughter Ruby came into the frame with her Hello Kitty helmet on. This brought a smile to my face, and I laughed out loud. You have such sweet girls.

[@tnmtnmorning1178]

Kristen, cardboard needs to be laid down in late fall. It helps with weed suppression, but it also improves the soil because earthworms LOVE to it. As they do so, they aerate the soil and their castings (worm poop) add black gold to your soil. Since it is later in the season, don’t do cardboard. Instead, add some compost into your existing soil. Plant whatever it is you wish to plant. Once your plants are about 3 inches tall and fairly sturdy, you can then place newspaper around the base of your plants, then add your mulch last. Wood chips make a great mulch. The newspaper and wood chips (or whatever natural mulch you choose) will break down over time and improve your soil. Next year you will repeat the process! Avid gardener of many years.

[@jogrammie]

I loved this video so much. I'm a Grammie but still appreciate watching you and your adorable daughters. I love your sweet messages and encouragement for young families. Have your husband plant some bushes in the front yard flower bed and then you can plant some annuals in front of them as the weather gets warmer there! Have him till the soil for you so that it will be easy for you to plant and the things you plant will grow easier. Add some peat moss, bone , vitamin B1 if needed. Ask someone knowledgeable at the nursery what you need for your area. ❤

[@J_acke]

Ditto!

[@sweetgeorgiadreamer]

Excellent advice!

[@nancyredd5048]

I would just plant bushes by the house. Flowers in front of the bushes then add a couple inches of mulch. Done and pretty. I refresh my mulch once a year in the spring.

[@J_acke]

Ditto!

[@fabiolagalindo9102]

Your kids are so adorable; your daughter watching you wash dishes brought back so much memories 😢 I am 45 and all my four girls are all grown up. But I wish I could go back on time and do it all over again

[@KristenHoffman]

😊 thank you

[@judybryant3880]

I love seeing you with the children making the bird feeders and little Rosie talking about it. Also Ruby in the Hello Kitty hat and little Ivy just so happy working with her sisters. These years fly by so fast so keep mental pictures in your heart.

[@judybryant3880]

❤In reading your comments, I was shocked to see one calling you snooty. I certainly don't agree. To me you are so the opposite. Your smile shows your inward beauty as well as your outward beauty. Your devotion to God, family and making your home a cozy, comfortable and a happy place in which to nurture your family is an inspiration to us all. Thank you for sharing your life with us.

[@lauramitchell6725]

@@judybryant3880I agree,Kristen is so humble,transparent and many times even self-deprecating. She has mentioned her husband’s modest income and how she complements that with thrifting,baking,home cooking and numerous DIY projects.( many categories which were included in this video alone and all of which I can relate to.)

[@pamelabell5897]

I PRAY TO CLEAN MY HOME 🏡 ONE DAY ,I REALLY MISS IT SO BAD,ONE DAY I WILL AND I BELIEVE IT AND I WILL. ENJOY IT AGAIN, IN THE MIGHTY NAME OF JESUS AMEN 🙏🙏🙏

[@nancydroge7682]

Kristen, THIS was from start to finish,… JOY! Thank you spreading seeds of joy to all who watch! (A nod to Rosie’s class~ Kristen, ‘I noticed’… your gift in creating beauty of all kinds (beyond aesthetics) & how it hugs & fuels those blessed to be around & in it! ‘I noticed’… your love for God’s gift of seasons; the promise of what will soon be Spring! ‘I noticed’… your uplift of your friend, Amy Fritz! These are merely 3 of the onflowing joys that I noticed throughout this video!) ~Gratitude from my Heart to Yours!~

[@ashb.6140]

Love your home. So beautiful and refreshing. And your girls,adorable. You are so blessed,with your talent, kindness, and what a outstanding mother. Rosie. Proud of you.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much!

[@J_acke]

Kristen, ❤ 1000x the best video! This video is So well done, it captures everything it means to be a wife and homemaker, a loving present mother, teacher, lover of God, and more. I found myself having to pause the video, and really thinking about how this reminded me of being the Proverbs 31 wife and mother as we were all growing as a family. I believe this is our most fruitful time, when all the chaff is burned away, all that is left is the beauty. Love this video so much. Can’t comment on everything, but this video touched many, to be sure! Your girls are adorable!

[@J_acke]

Also, please don’t be so hard on yourself.. 😅😊❤

[@nancydroge7682]

I too, was so blessed through this video! 💞

[@christykulwicki4323]

Kristin, I think some hydrangeas would be lovely along with some drift roses. You’ll get color and cut flowers at the same time. The bread is lovely you made. Please do a video on the bread making in the future. Have a great week!

[@lynneross319]

I often take the remaining flowers that still look good from the bouquet and put in either a smaller jar, or pop one flower each in little single vases (found at thrift store) and line them up on my kitchen window sill. You can enjoy them for longer that way. 🌸

[@KristenHoffman]

That's a great idea!

[@lindacallis9941]

What sweet children you have! Cherish the blessings God has given you. Beautiful flowers

[@KristenHoffman]

You are so kind

[@lindacallis9941]

😊

[@annw1395]

You are NOT idle! Not only are you taking on projects, but you're doing fun activities with your girls. And don't forget, you just had months of no energy and feeling lousy. Take time to get the rest that you need. No one should be working every waking moment. It was so enjoyable watching you with your girls. You have such inner calm, and it was so relaxing and peaceful to watch your scrub out your crockpot and help with pine cones. ASMR. You're a pleasure to spend time with! ❤

[@WBCRO]

I love spending time with you and listening to your Bible devotions. I wish I could subscribe more than once to compensate for some who don’t!

[@annegorski5087]

I loved seeing you spill the water - you are too cute! Life gets messy and you just have to clean it up and you do that beautifully!

[@KristenHoffman]

So true!

[@juliefahrne9094]

Lovely video Kristen. The girls are just adorable, and congrats to Rosie for doing such a good video project.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much!

[@melaniebecigneul705]

A mom of three girls couldn't ever be idle. Rest when you need to, you're growing a new beautiful baby. ❤

[@reneebrown286]

I’m a 44 yr old with kids 29 boy, 21 girl,20 boy and 18 girl. 3 grandchildren from oldest. I will tell anyone enjoy your children to the fullest! It goes by the childhood years. It’s videos like this that puts smiles on my face. You’re such a good mom and it shows. The beautiful homemaking is a plus. But seeing all the quirks makes me feel normal. Our lives are not staged they are lived with everyday trials and beautiful little moments.❤️🌻

[@nclare7]

Your daughters are absolutely beautiful and delightful and Ivy's verbal skills are very advanced for her age!

[@daniellethomas6989]

Learning so much from everyone in the comments about gardening, so thanks for asking Kristen 😅 I bought so many beautiful (expensive) plants last year for my flowers beds and it didn't go so well. Definitely going to try these tips out. Also- your family and home are both so precious!

[@lornag2227]

I never used cardboard in my garden. I use black plastic bags. Nothing fancy cleared away. Whatever dirt and mulch was on top of whatever and lay down all the plastic bags and then took skewers so I knew where I wanted to cut because it was either a hostas under there or or another plant or something. Lay your topsoil, lay your mulch and then go back to where all your skewers are. You know when you know make a little circle and an x in the plastic and rescue your plant or plant another plant. I have not had a problem. It's the way I have done this for 33 years absolutely no weeds

[@paddlegal3097]

Yes, I agree, newspaper will be easier to work with as a weed barrier. I must admit you made me gasp when you poured the flour into the cup over the bowl. It doesn’t always end well, lol! Your house isn’t messy, it’s full of abundant life and blessings!

[@brendabowers2320]

“Be still and know I am God”, is a verse that I hold dearly to my heart because it gives me the much needed time with the Lord. I had a giggle when you said the year you were born, that’s the year I met my husband and we’ve been together ever since! And your tulips and vase, I have a white one like yours with the exact same size and color tulips on my kitchen table!

[@donnahawkinsharper8344]

Hey Kristen, yes for flower beds newspaper is better. Cardboard is great in a vegetable garden in between rows. Glad you are feeling some warmer temps. I actually opened my windows for awhile this afternoon after church. We actually had a beautiful heavy snow shower yesterday here in the mountains of western North Carolina. It didn’t stick cause we’d had warm temps last week & the ground has finally warmed. However, it was beautiful! Can’t wait to see your upcoming changes. You are so blessed with those precious girls. I remember making pine cone feeders with my kids when they were little. Have a very blessed week. Ohhhh loved the word on idleness. Being retired now, I tend to be a little more idle than I should. Thanks for the encouragement. See you soon. 😊❤😊🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@conniemorgan8402]

The problem I had with newspaper.. my beds looked beautiful, covered with the paper, then mulched.. next morning, it looked like it had snowed, the paper had been shredded/chewed into millions of tiny pieces.. I picked and scooped what I could, then just raked the mulch back over, there went my weed barrier.. I like to put thinner cardboard pieces down.. held with rocks.. you can do that now..I now wait until after the pollen stops to mulch.

[@connieowens1415]

This is a great u-tube, your daughters are all so precious. I love the idea of the bird feeders, what a great idea! And the bread you made is so neat!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much!

[@patriciaskitch2341]

Hi Kristen, you are a busy lady these days. Beautiful job painting the bookcase. Your homemade baked bread looked delicious. You were so sweet after you spilled the vase of water. Glad for you it was water and not something sticky! You look fabulous with your growing baby bump. Hope you are feeling well. Remember to pace yourself. Your girls are so precious and what a great craft with the pinecones. Congrats to Rosie’s school accomplishments! Bravo!!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@tina_miss_da_meana]

My kiddo has a bike helmet she used to wear all the time, too. It's a cat but not hello kitty. ❤❤❤

[@mkp8942]

Lol ivy is your mini me for sure. Cute as a button. Rosie is very talented. Cutie pie. I can’t with the adorable hello kitty helmet 😂😂😂they are so precious. Thank you for sharing your life with us. I love it that Jesus really speaks to us ! If we seek Him with all of our heart we will find Him. Precious Shepherd. Love you sister. I love it when you share the Lord with us.

[@KristenHoffman]

😊 thank you

[@Greypoppyvintage]

I really enjoy your channel. I’ve been a housewife for ever and always enjoyed home making and thrifting.

[@Greypoppyvintage]

Also I have 3 boys and a girl.

[@wendymarz1]

I love Fall! And decorating for Christmas too! ❤️💕

[@maryoleary2037]

Actually the tulips are super, obviously fake...even over KZbin. The leaves are totally the wrong colour. But I love your real dining room flowers. They are lovely.

[@lauramitchell6725]

OUCH😳

[@victoriarodriguez4166]

Oh my goodness Kristen, your girls are just the cutest! I had all boys so I didn't get to experience all the little girly things, they are so sweet & you are such an amazing mom!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much!!

[@shariwagner3002]

👵💜your home.looks so light and airy! Your baby bump really popped out.

[@sandyprice921]

Tip spray your cup with spray oil and your batter will allcomeout

[@RitaVernoy]

You are not snooty and you are very real and authentic😊

[@thomaswiegand7348]

I so much enjoy seeing you "in real life" videos. You might not know how enjoyable and informative your content is. LOVE them.

[@saramcclernan]

My mom and I made pinecone bird feeders when I was little so seeing you do it with your daughters actually brought tears to my eyes 🥹💕

[@angiemiller1335]

Kristen, your channel has quickly become one of my favorites! Your unpretentious style and honesty is so refreshing. Your house is so warm and inviting with its little imperfections. I appreciate the example you set for people by being yourself and letting us see your real home and not the staged one that a lot of You Tubers present. Keep up the great work. God Bless you and your beautiful family.

[@JeannieB105]

I love watching your videos. You are so down to earth and real. Your girls are precious. I had only 2 boys and have four grandsons so seeing your adorable girls makes my heart smile. You are truly blessed ❤

[@juliacloutier3078]

Watching you with the kids and husband is the best part of your vedios

[@KristenHoffman]

😊 thank you

[@michellefinnigan8284]

Why you putting cardboard down if you’re trying to keep the weeds away put Preen down before the mulch. It kills weeds but not flowers or bushes

[@vickiebelk635]

If so excited for my tulips coming up. My daughter brought them back from Holland for me. I’ve never been able to grow them. I’m just praying they’ll be pretty. I’m sure your garden will be beautiful like you!!!

[@KristenHoffman]

Good luck!

[@sherylpastoor7499]

I so appreciate the realness and honesty in your videos! The bouquet on your table is beautiful! Your girls are so sweet🩷! Have a blessed week!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much!!

[@julierichards136]

What a precious little girl. 🌸

[@julielozano1852]

Kristen, cut the leaves off the flower stems that go in the water so they do go rotten. Also scrolling on social media and watching tv is also learning and being inspired. Our bodies have to rest so why not be entertained 😁

[@debbieburns8140]

Another wonderful video Kristen. Hmmm 3 girls and a little boy.

[@kellyadams3005]

Thank you for a heart warming video. Smiled all the way through. 😊

[@KristenHoffman]

So glad!

[@Autumnjoyz]

This video was such a joy to watch ❤️😊. We’re having a “false” Spring here in Oklahoma also. We just had a glorious weekend with sunshine and low 70 temps. I love all the seasons but Autumn is my favorite with Spring coming in 2nd. Spring is invigorating and renewing, a time to refresh. I think of the olden times when homemakers would open up their homes and begin cleaning & refreshing their homes from being closed in for the long Winter. Winter briefly returns here for a few days this week and I’ll cherish the last of the cozy days but Im ready for the re-freshing of Spring and being outside before the heat of Summer is upon us. Homemaking is an important job and I love this quote by CS Lewis- Homemaking is surely in reality the most important work in the world. What do ships, railways, mines, cars, government, etc., exist for except that people may be fed, warmed, and safe in their own homes? The homemaker’s job is one for which all others exist. - C.S. Lewis

[@patriciaraschdorf5514]

YOUR GIRLS ARE SO CUTE AND I LOVE THE FAMILY BONDING AND A NEW LITTLE SISTER ADDED TO THE FAMILY

[@cherylmiller7208]

Kristen, you are a wonderful Mom! When is the baby due? About your flower beds. Put down the cardboard. Cut the plants out around it and spread a thick layer of mulch on top . That's it! Good luck! 🙏💯🤍

[@KristenHoffman]

Early July!

[@laurie4275]

Born in 88???? Oh my gosh, you make me feel so OLD!!! 😂 I spy ultrasound pics on the fridge! ❤ Momma, save some of those papers with "sweet misspellings" on them. My children are all grown adults now, but when they read each other their grades school journals, we all laugh and laugh and laugh. It's so much fun to revisit those early years in more ways than just photos. Thank you, Lord, for the conviction on idle time. Needed that! I thank the Lord, for using you in ministry.

[@lindagallop6529]

You have such a precious family! I Love your videos, they are so calming and peaceful! Love that you incorporate scripture!❤

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much!

[@norajones8725]

Love the pitcher and the tulips. Your girls are sweet and precious and so are you. You look radiant in your pregnancy.

[@barbarapeterson8030]

Kristen, absolutely loved this video.

[@nanasue9987]

Kristen, your home is beautiful / those girls are adorable . I love your ideas . I am wondeting too what to do to keep the weeds down in my flower beds. Waiting for the gender reveal . I am waiting for the gender reveal of my great grand child too.

[@starr6465]

I would go online and ask about cardboard & Soil. I find that online is an encyclopedia. Love your videos. TUFS

[@robinmoats4940]

Hello sweet Kristin, you look so glowy and pretty. I loved seeing your sweet girls. The bookcase looks very pretty. You have an awesome family, and home. You never need to apologize for real life we all are there with you. Take care, hope to see you soon.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much!

[@scarlethenderson6510]

Your girls are just precious enjoy this time they grow up so fast❤

[@conniehunter9683]

Enjoy seeing you without your hats and seeing your beautiful girls. You are a precious mommy and make your home so welcoming. Thank you for letting us into your home.

[@nitahiltner3348]

If you face south or west, I would plant roses across the front, if north or east, I would plant hydrangeas, which those need acidic soil.

[@tinapastrana5252]

Hello Kristen, thank you so much for sharing your home and your sweet girls. so cute by the way, also that part when you cleaned up the water and threw the towel over your shoulder oh my girl that was Awesome. it made me laugh so hard it made my day. because women today go through so much in life and when people hurt our feeling it's not cool you know, but it reminded me to not care about what people say just thank god for the little things in life. get some rest and the bread is so cute. God bless your sweet family.🥰😇🌿🌺🌼🪴🖼

[@susanschuck8124]

Love love watching you and your videos! Glad you told people subscribers are free! I think some don’t realize that. Love your baby bump! Your family is beautiful! Does pink book shelf indicate another beautiful girl!

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you so much!!

[@shannonjohnson2105]

I’m fully subscribed.

[@BluebirdHomeAndDIY]

Beautiful floral display. Your home always looks amazing! :)

[@brendao185]

Precious family…. God bless

[@KristenHoffman]

Thank you 😊

[@Lisa-sp5if]

And darling, I literally teared up seeing that little moment between you and your youngest daughter… How incredibly precious was that?❤

[@nitahiltner3348]

Kristen, it takes a klutz to know one and I am one. Three years ago, I tripped on something on the ground, ran forward like you do to try to keep from falling, ran into a Ford 350, broke my left arm, then fell to the ground, breaking my right shoulder. I have stepped into so many holes in the ground, broken probably 14 toes hitting them into walls. I can see myself in you and I pray you only have little accidents, never any big ones. So, when you spill water, it's no big deal. Yes, the noise around us does keep us from hearing God, and I am the worst at it. Love you!!!!!!

[@KristenHoffman]

Oh no! lol. I get it!

[@lindaga820]

I am so sorry for the fall you endured but I hope you can forgive me for laughing at the thought of you kareening forward and crashing into the truck.

[@catrice7126]

I buy a roll of gray landscape cloth it is biodegradable They sell it at Home Depot

[@suzanneburns2931]

Kristen you look beautiful , love your family , blessings from Canada .❤️

[@shelbyhambright9543]

I'm really loving the scripture discussions. Very good. I rarely tecommend channels but I will certainly gladly promote yours. Very wholesome and beautiful.

[@jeanmcbride5629]

The pitcher with the tulips looks like Williamsburg pottery.

[@KelanJ29534]

This is my dream home, it's beautiful, cozy and inviting. Perfection ❤

[@kellyturner4571]

I’m finally catching up on your videos after vacation-looking forward to them! ☕️

[@KimmiiPooH]

Cardboard would be great for weed suppression if that’s something you’re dealing with. It takes longer to break down which makes it a stronger barrier. Make sure you wet the cardboard down on both sides when placing them. I find it helps to keep it in place and will aid in the breaking down process. It’s actually not terribly hard to cut the cardboard even weeks after you’ve laid it down (when it comes time to plant your new babies). I’ve done this process last year and have not seen a single weed since! It’s especially great for grassy areas that you want to turn into a flower bed, but don’t want to dig out all that sod. In terms of what to lay on top, it is suggested that you lay compost over top of the cardboard acting as your “mulch” because the compost will help in providing the nutrients back to your soil, break down your cardboard and feed your plants. If you prefer the look of other mulches then I would at least add a bit of compost under or over the cardboard prior to putting your preferred mulch. If you are not opting to compost then make sure you at least add compost into each planting hole as you’re planting your new plants. This way your soil remains healthy for future plants to thrive.

[@laurawatkins9399]

Cardboard (or newspaper as someone else suggested) and then mulch on top. Over time, earthworms will work their magic under all the mulch and improve your soil.

[@carolyngrotaers4454]

Your daughters are wonderful at helping you. 🥰

[@KristenHoffman]

They are!

[@Melissastephanies]

Great video, Kristen! Love the flowers!! You’ve inspired me to take the hour and half trip to Trader Joe’s! 💐

[@phyllisanngodfrey6137]

I’ve used that paint…….it is Uber expensive and doesn’t go on smoothly like chalk paint. Once it cures, which takes MONTHS, it IS tough. I did my dining room hutch and my granddaughter’s mismatched and thrifted bedroom furniture.

[@KelliKumar419]

So excited for you and your family Kristen! I am a new subscriber and I just love watching your videos… feels just like visiting a friend. God bless you and your family. 💐🥰

[@jackistemper1419]

Loved everything about this video !! Thanks for sharing .🌷🪻⚘️

[@larrygizinski9378]

you have so much fun with your children

[@trumancollie9]

I still say Ivy is quite the early talker or she is older than I thought!

[@lauramitchell6725]

I was thinking the same thing,polite and clear enunciation.

[@carolfinn4027]

Such a busy day! All the bouquets, including the Amazon one are so pretty. Love your outfit. How fun for the kidddos!

[@dianadougherty1082]

I did the cardboard thing....I planted , then laid the cardboard down between plants and mulched over. Seemed to work so far.

[@AshleyMarie2.0]

Kristen 🥹🥹 your bump!!!! You are the cutest! ❤and I love your outfit ❤❤

[@ryanmcclendon6755]

Hi Kristen! Thank you for always sharing with such authenticity! Can you share where you got that cute pink and oh so springy top please? I thrift on poshmark for my clothes! P.S. using my hubby's KZbin account! = )

[@lindyjourde7411]

Hello lovely! Your channel just came up on my feed and I watched this episode, loved it and subscribed on the spot. Great content and so inspirational and relaxing to watch. Sending God's blessings from beautiful New Zealand. 😁👌❤️

[@sarabrunsvold2461]

God has blessed you with a beautiful family and a beautiful home.

[@KristenHoffman]

You are so kind

[@lianeabeyta4515]

I love the exterior of your home. It has so much charm. As for the garden,, I think you need to get some larger anchor shrubs next to the house, eliminating the need to replace everything every year. Then you can plant your annuals in front for seasonal color throughout the year. I would put a large pot and shrub in the corner showing at 4:30 of this video. Then plant a taller large shrub, then you can add annuels around the rim each year to spill out. Then shrubs in the ground. Levels in a garden give it interest, rather than planting everything the same height. And continue the shrubs on the other side of the porch railing for rhythm and repetition. I was watching you scrub that crock pot... I always buy a 4 pack of crock pot liners at my Dollar Store. It is the best invention ever! And 2 packs will last me all year.!!!! Saves so much time and effort. Just toss it when the dinner is over. Also to me... what makes faux flowers look fake, is that they need to be cut at different levels also. Just plopping them in a vase gives them away. At levels you will be surprised how real they can appear, Fo me, fall is the coziest season of them all. Would love to have seen Rosie's video!

[@dfed3019]

We have a landscaping business in NJ and there is no need for cardboard in your garden. Just a nice amount of mulch, a good 3" thick and you are good to go. HAPPY SPRING!

[@sincerelyme-777]

Kristen, You’re a beautiful mama and you’re also mothering the baby you’re carrying. Please show yourself the love, grace and mercy of your Heavenly Father. We all waste time. It is a precious commodity. Guilt isn’t the same thing as conviction. Take care of yourself as you take care of your marriage and sweet family.

[@tammyleviner3070]

The bookcase turned out so pretty! I just love how you show yourself making mistakes, just like the rest of us.. its real life! You just make us laugh😆 Awwww sweet Rosie.. that's just so special❤ i know your mama heart was so proud! And there's sweet little Ivy, talking so big🥰 And Ruby.. just made me giggle peeking from under her little Hello Kitty helmet😄 Sweet, sweet girls! Savor every single minute, they grow up way too fast! Totally enjoyed today's video! P.S. send me some of that delicious bread😋

[@najatsafia4460]

نستفيد من افكارك دائما شكرا ...❤❤❤

[@irisscally950]

I really wouldn't put anything but mulch down. It's too hard to plant anything after and really makes a mess. Preen has a combination fertilizer and weed killer together that works.

[@Steph61795]

Kristen, you look so pretty! And you have such a sweet spirit. Your home is very cozy and welcoming. I use cardboard, wet it and cover with mulch.

[@cherylkokes5602]

Just rake out your little flower area and put your barrier down or plant first and then lay barrier atound your plantings then add mulch of your choice. You brought a welcome smile and encouragement today. We had 5 kids and I remember the days of them out playing and I standing at the window and thinking I so love to hear the giggles and shouting. We have grandchildren now that I can delight in. Blessings to you and yours from central Nebraska.

[@KristenHoffman]

Thanks for the tips!

[@cindybirchbauer7846]

Omg You’re precious belly What a great MOM