Guest post from Lorna Reeves, editor of TeaTime Magazine As the end of October draws near and the holiday season approaches, it’s time to start planning a wonderful celebration or two. And what better way to make merry than with a tea party? The holiday season is a perfect time to host an afternoon-tea event, and the collection of beautiful …
By now you are all familiar with my love for fall. With the leaves changing and the beauty of the season setting in, I find myself taking pause to look out the window and smile at the beauty of it all. Those peaceful moments are especially precious because this time of year is more than busy in the magazine world. …
Guest post from the editors of Victoria From breathtaking vistas of changing leaves to the radiance of afternoon sunlight that will soon give way to striking ocher sunsets, nature brims with beauty during the fall. The kaleidoscope of hues and textures evident in our surroundings offers inspiration for bringing the splendor of this glorious season indoors. Our latest Victoria Classics …
I remember the feeling I had when I read Alexandra Stoddard’s book Daring to Be Yourself. Daring—now that is a strong word. Daring to be true to ourselves is quite startling, and many times it is a matter of courage. And why aren’t we “ourselves” on the outside if it differs from the inside? It is always amusing when you …
As you know, we announced the new Classic Sewing magazine last month, and the results have been phenomenal. Now, I am excited to reveal the cover of our premier issue. A Sneak Peek at the Classic Sewing Cover Do you recognize our little star? That’s right, it’s my granddaughter Amelia. And it was so special to share the creation of this magazine …
My love for writing comes as no surprise to you. From the special joy of writing with a classic cartridge pen to my thoughts on sending a meaningful thank you note, I have shared with you more than once how much writing means to me. It appears that several of you share my sentiments. When I recently posted about how …
There is an exciting craze sweeping the South—a resurgence of the love of cast-iron cookware. Our moms cooked in cast iron; it was and is a staple in their kitchens. Young people today are falling in love with cast iron, and those of us more “mature” people are getting ours out of storage. My skillet has many years of cooking …
There is nothing like autumn in the South. As soon as I spot the first yellow leaf, I rejoice openly, jubilantly, and hysterically—almost bordering on crazy. I love autumn for its fabulous colors and fragrances, not to mention the promise of cooler temperatures. Growing up, autumn meant going to college football games with mom and dad. I will not disclose …
Guest post from the editors of Victoria. Surrounded by acres of orchards and vineyards, artisans Ron and Barb Zimmerman draw inspiration for their work from the shifting kaleidoscope of autumnal beauty that unfolds beyond the doors of their home studio in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. Since opening Lakeside Pottery a quarter-century ago in the Canadian countryside, they have developed a loyal following …
I love people who are encouragers! I have a friend that sends cards at just the right time, and I find myself thinking, “I wish I had done that.” It is amazing how a note of encouragement or a letter will transform your day. I tend to be someone who moves way too fast in an already fast-paced world. My …
