Podcast:A Beautiful Mess Podcast Published On: Mon Aug 31 2026 Description: Today we're figuring out our three style words, trying to convince a skeptic that cookbooks are worth it, and giving our best tattoo advice to a listener. Plus we'll share a hot take on gender reveal parties. Thank you to this week's sponsor: Download the Bilt app and join the membership for where you live, at joinbilt.com/mess. Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase at Wayfair.com Head to LolaBlankets.com and use code MESS to get 40% OFF your order. Start your free trial at SHOPIFY.COM/abm Check out Allison Bornstein: https://www.instagram.com/allisonbornstein6/ Elsie's 3 style words: Cozy Vintage Goth Emma's 3 style words: Weird Colorful Mom Tips for buying cook books: Something that fits your diet and your needs Buy your kids a cookbook and let them pick out some recipes,. Tips for getting Tattoos: Start with 2 tattoos Fine line is the quickest If you want a small tattoo, go to someone who specializes in fine line Choose one style Don't overthink how it's going to look in 20 years Research your tattoo artist Speak up for what you want You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.