Author: Brittney Smith

Brittney Smith is a Registered Nurse, SDA homemaker, and the voice behind Bible, Boots, and Aprons. Dedicated to helping the lofty ideals of a healthy, happy home meet the messy reality of everyday life, she blends her professional medical background with her passion for practical homemaking and Bible study. Brittney delivers warm, authentic content and practical tutorials on scratch cooking, backyard homesteading, and faith-centered living for modern families. Read her full story here.

Cooking by Heart Series

The Basic Soup Formula: Cooking Soups & Stews Without a Recipe
ByBrittney Smith June 16, 2025April 20, 2026

Soups and gravies are probably the easiest to learn to cook from scratch and without a…
Sabbath

Keeping the Sabbath When the House is a Mess
ByBrittney Smith June 8, 2025February 24, 2026

The Sabbath arrives on Friday, as the sun sets, whether I am ready for it or…
Apron Strings

Labor & Delivery and NICU Hospital Bag Checklist: The All-in-One List for Parents & Baby
ByBrittney Smith March 19, 2025April 20, 2026

Pregnancy is such an exciting time; your family is growing, and a lot of preparation goes…
Farm Life

Farm Etiquette 101: Farm Gate Rules and Square Knots
ByBrittney Smith February 11, 2025February 9, 2026

The Golden Rule of Farm Gates The first farm rule I learned from my then fiancé…
Bible Study & Reflections

When to do devotions according to the Bible
ByBrittney Smith January 27, 2025March 5, 2026

When I was in my early teens, I felt the need to do personal devotions, and…
The Recipe Box

Easy Cheesy Jalapeño Sourdough
ByBrittney Smith January 26, 2025April 20, 2026

I was talking with a friend from church, and she let me know that her husband…
Cooking by Heart Series

Learn to Cook Without a Recipe: The Secret to Cooking By Heart
ByBrittney Smith January 16, 2025February 9, 2026

The Recipe-Bound Cook When I first got married, I did not consider myself a good cook…