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The messy politics of the Trad Wife Movement

Criticism of the trad wife movement proves why traditional wives, homemakers, and traditional gender roles deserve fair representation in modern culture. In attempting to ridicule traditional women, feminism today may have drifted from its original promise - revealing its most telling contradiction.

Traditional Gender Roles in marriage: why they work

Modern marriage advice is confusing, but what if the answer to your struggles has been around for longer than you think?

Is this the answer to a truly old-fashioned love story? Explore how embracing traditional gender roles strengthens relationships, nurtures femininity, and restores harmony.

Why I love the 1950s midcentury lifestyle

An exploration of the 1950s lifestyle and values I love so much. From homemaking and family life, to romance and community, a reflection on why the past can sometimes feel like home to many of us.

Coming back to Instagram - I am ready to return!

In recent months, a quiet longing has returned - not for the scroll or the noise, but for the community. So many of you have asked over the years, and those little nudges on my heart have grown stronger. I’ve missed sharing beautiful things with women who understand this way of life.

Nella Last: the Housewife who wrote history

Meet Nella Last, Housewife 49. A woman’s whose intimate diaries for the Mass-Observation Project celebrate the heart of homemaking, the daily joys, challenges, and quiet courage of women keeping their homes and families strong during 1940s wartime.

Finding peace at home when the world feels heavy

The first in our Darling Devotional series - finding calm and strength at home through God’s love. Even as the world reels from the recent news of such tragedy and division, our hearts can still rest in truth. Learning to tend a home that becomes a place of refuge and peace is a homemaker’s calling.

My You’ve Got Mail inspired writing room

A tour of my newly decorated, mostly thrifted, 90s-inspired writing room and guest bedroom. Styled like Meg Ryan’s apartment in You’ve Got Mail. Lots of soft florals, warm lighting, and vintage charm create a cosy, feminine space perfect for reading, writing, and dreaming just like Kathleen Kelly.

I’ve been feeling like I don’t really know who I am anymore

There’s something tender and quietly powerful about realising you’ve changed, but it can sometimes also feel alarming. Sometimes we hold ourselves hostage to a version of who we used to be, but the truth is, she was never meant to last forever…

Bringing back the romance: How to keep love alive after 'I do'

A love old-fashioned enough to last forever, and modern enough to survive the times. Discover why you should keep dating your spouse even after marriage, and how regular date nights, intentional connection, and a sprinkle of vintage romance can strengthen your relationship and bring lasting joy.

The homemaker has the ultimate career, all others exist for it

I never set out to become a voice for homemakers, I just wanted to feel less alone. Over time, it grew into a bold conviction: that being a housewife isn’t something to be embarrassed about. This life, full of quiet rhythms, unseen work, and deep love may not be glamorous, but it is profoundly good.

Coronation Chicken, the original 1953 recipe by Constance Spry

Coronation Chicken is a classic British recipe created for Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1953. With tender chicken, a creamy curry-spiced sauce, and a touch of sweetness, it’s perfect for picnics, teas, and vintage-style entertaining. A nostalgic favourite that brings timeless charm to any home

How to be your husband’s Helpmeet: vintage advice for modern marriage

Being a wife is so much more than chores, child-rearing, and routines - it’s about being a true partner, a helpmeet, and a source of strength for your husband. Let’s look at what it means to truly support and uplift the man you love, and why when you follow this golden rule, everyone is a winner!

Ten Autumn days and one glamorous velvet evening

Autumn has arrived in Australia, bringing crisp, golden days. After a joyful Easter break with friends visiting from the UK, filled with laughter and adventures, I’m embracing the simple joys of home life. Here’s to making space for quiet moments and appreciating life’s small blessings this season.

Why Traditional Wives and Homemakers like Ballerina Farm face so much online criticism

Homemakers often face criticism because their way of life challenges modern ideas of success and fulfilment. Some women lash out at homemakers online - not because homemaking is wrong, but because it forces them to confront doubts they’d rather ignore. Despite the negativity, housewives must endure.

Meghan Markle’s Focaccia Bread recipe - With love, Meghan Duchess of Sussex

Meghan Markle’s Netflix series - trying her Focaccia recipe and my reflections on the show’s take on homemaking. There’s so much more to the show than just beautiful aesthetics and charming kitchen scenes. It carries a quiet yet powerful message - is this the fresh start she’s been looking for?