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 3 | Episode 5: A Sentimental Easter + What Makes Something an Heirloom
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Summary
In this episode, Melissa and Brittany explore rich traditions, sentimental stories, and creative ideas for celebrating Easter. From childhood memories to tablescaping tips, this episode is a heartfelt journey into the meaning behind our favorite Easter rituals. The hosts also discuss what makes objects and traditions “heirloom-worthy,” whether you have inherited pieces or not!
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Highlights:
- The Cake Mix Doctor Cookbook
- Brittany’s Bless It – Shades for Rechargeable Lamps
- Melissa’s Bless It – Key Lime Shamrock Smash
Takeaways
- It is fun to reminisce on Easter traditions and memories and carry them forward in your own unique way.
- When setting your Easter table, think creatively about adding in sentimental items with meaning to your pretty table decor.
- Sentimental heirloom pieces are significant, whether you inherited them or collected them yourself.
- You can adopt heirlooms from estate sales, vintage shops, thrift stores, and antique malls.
- The things you use everyday and in special moments are shaping your legacy and are what create nostalgia for your loved ones.
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 3, Episode 5!
03:14 Easter with a Sentimental Twist
20:32 Sentimental Easter Tablescapes
32:40 Porch Talk Speed Round
42:11 Heirloom Worthy: Creating Sentimental Spaces
51:13 Bless It, We Had to Share
57:35 A Toast to Sentiment: Celebrating Sentiment and Legacy
