The editors of TeaTime Magazine have created a beautiful Hanukkah tea for their recent Teatime Holidays special edition. With this evening marking the fifth night of the Festival of Lights, I wanted to share some of the beautiful décor and delicious recipes. Get the full menu and pairings for this Hanukkah tea on the TeaTime website. From the editors of TeaTime. As the Festival of …
Tomorrow, I am playing the piano for one of the most exciting events in Birmingham, the annual Samford Legacy League Christmas Home Tour. I love this event and every year some of the most beautiful homes in our city are open for tours. I get some great Christmas ideas. It is always inspiring for me to see the work of …
At Christmastime, I love to see beautiful decorations—fresh greenery over entryways and windows, wreaths on doors, and trees bright with lights and ornaments. While there are beautiful homes all over the country this time of year, you know I have a special place in my heart for a gorgeously decorated Southern home. This year’s Holidays special edition of Southern Lady captures …
By now most of my fellow sewists out there have their copies of our newest magazine, Classic Sewing. Our premiere issue got back from the printer just before Thanksgiving and has been on its way to subscribers ever since. I couldn’t be happier with the results of this new endeavor. There are so many lovely projects throughout its pages. We …
When I posted a series of etiquette tips for being the perfect guest last month, I was so impressed to see your responses. We all know that good manners are essential at any time of year. The busy holiday season—with all of its parties and occasions for entertaining—means we have more reason than usual to be on our best behavior. …
December is upon us, and that means Christmas is only weeks away. I love finding gifts for loved ones. Of course, a good Christmas list comes in handy. But my favorite presents to give are those special items that I’ve spotted while traveling or running an errand. I’m not expecting it, but I suddenly find the perfect thing for a …
Guest post from Lidy Baars, antiques dealer with FrenchGardenHouse.com There is nothing more romantic than wearing a reminder of someone you love close to your heart. For centuries, the locket—a pendant that opens up to reveal a small space to insert a portrait, lock of hair, or tiny love letter—has been a lady’s favorite accessory to do just that. Lockets …
For those of you who love our magazines, I have an early Christmas present for you. It’s time for our “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Sale”—as we like to call it—and it features big savings (up to 50% off!) on some of our most popular holiday magazines and books, as well as special deals on subscriptions. A …
You may not be surprised to hear that I enjoy a good competition. Here at our offices we relish a few friendly contests each year. Among the most popular is our annual Halloween costume competition, where I always play to win. Of course, we have a few extra-creative editors who steal the show, but we all enjoy a good laugh as …
I love the holidays and look forward to gatherings of friends and family. I have been asked by several people to write some etiquette suggestions for being a well-mannered guest this holiday season. Now, I do not profess to be the holiday etiquette queen, but I have learned a few interesting things in my life. Watching guests arrive and seeing …
