The Sentimental Twist
The Sentimental Twist is a weekly podcast where vintage decor meets heirloom recipes, and every conversation is steeped in Southern charm. Hosted by Brittany Shepard and Melissa Austin-Weeks – two friends from different generations with one shared love for meaningful spaces and gracious hospitality. You’ll hear inspiring stories, home styling tips, easy entertaining ideas, and reflections on creating a life (and home) filled with beauty, tradition, and heart. Whether you’re a sentimental soul, a vintage lover, or a curious hostess, you’re in good company here.
The Sentimental Twist
Season 2 | Episode 10: Season 2 Finale Christmas PJ Party!
Summary
In this festive finale of Season Two, Brittany and Melissa celebrate the joys of Christmas hosting, sharing sentimental decorating tips, heirloom recipes, and the importance of creating cozy spaces. They emphasize the value of self-care during the busy holiday season and reflect on their personal traditions and community connections. The episode wraps up with a fun speed round of holiday favorites and heartfelt reflections on the season's journey.
Highlights:
- Send us an email at thesentimentaltwistpodcast@gmail.com
- Melissa’s Percolator Punch
- Brittany’s Red Hots Wassail:
- 1 gallon apple cider or juice
- 1-2 c. orange juice
- ½ c. red hots (less or more more to taste)
- You can mix and warm on the stovetop, slow cooker or percolator
- Ina’s Chipotle & Rosemary Roasted Nuts
- Our friend Janet’s Instagram @thesimplevintagelife
- Hickory Farms Holiday Celebrations Coffee
- Melissa’s Digital Store for Hosting Essentials
Takeaways
- It doesn't have to be elaborate to decorate for Christmas.
- Every home needs one cozy corner that feels like Christmas.
- Reuse what you have for holiday decorating.
- Creating a multi-sensory experience enhances the holiday spirit.
- Sentimental decor can tell a story and evoke memories.
- Heirloom recipes connect us to our past and family traditions.
- Self-care is essential during the busy holiday season.
- Community connections can be formed through shared experiences.
Contact The Sentimental Twist:
Follow The Sentimental Twist on Instagram @thesentimentaltwistpodcast.
Email: thesentimentaltwistpodcast@gmail.com.
Follow the Co-Hosts:
- Brittany: @brittanyshepard and www.thesentimentaldecorator.com and YouTube.
- Melissa: @homewithatwist and www.homewithatwist.com and YouTube.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to The Sentimental Twist Season 2 Finale!
02:13 Sentimental Decorating: Cozy Christmas Corners
14:09 Heirloom Recipes & Festive Sips
22:30 Gracious Hospitality: A Gentle Reminder to Slow Down
33:31 Porch Talk Speed Round
46:55 Wrapping Up Season 2: Reflections
52:58 Looking Ahead to Season Three
55:34 A Toast to Sentiment: A Christmas Message
