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Making Soap

lavender soap ingredients
Join Anna for a behind-the-scenes peek at how she makes her all-natural soap following the same processes of the Victorian era!
Posted in apothecary, behind the scenes, Victorian, victorian apothecary, Victorian history, Victorian inspiration, Victorian-inspired, victoriana

Valentine Greetings

unique valentine cards
Victorian Valentine's Day inspirations and antique valentine's greetings to share and enjoy!
Posted in Victorian, Victorian inspiration, Victorian-inspired, victoriana

A Victorian Darling: Interview with Samantha Asam

victorian day dress
Join me for an interview with the lovely Samantha Asam from Victorian Darlings on Instagram where she curates a beautiful collection of Victorian and Edwardian photographs and ephemera!
Posted in Edwardian, inspiring women, Victorian, Victorian history, Victorian inspiration, Victorian-inspired, victoriana

The Victorian Kitchen: Interview with Bryce Romig

Bryce of The Victorian Kitchen on Instagram
Join me for an interview with the lovely and talented Bryce from The Victorian Kitchen on Instagram where he pairs flowers and food history to recreate Victorian-era baking recipes!
Posted in collaboration, florals, Recipes, shop news, Victorian, Victorian inspiration, Victorian life, Victorian-inspired, victoriana

Drink and Be Merry!

victorian cocktail recipe
Try these Victorian cocktail recipes for your next party...or your next "Downton Abbey" binge night!
Posted in British drama, British TV, Downton Abbey, Edwardian, Highclere Castle, historical drama, Julian Fellowes, lavender, PBS, Recipes, Victorian, Victorian history, Victorian inspiration, victorian lavender, Victorian life, Victorian series, Victorian show, Victorian-inspired, victoriana

Becoming a Victorian

vintage victorian dresses
A special sneak peek into our very first Willow & Birch photo-shoot, and a few things I learned from being a Victorian lady for a day...
Posted in behind the scenes, British drama, British TV, collaboration, Downton Abbey, Edwardian, Gibson Girl, Highclere Castle, historical drama, PBS, shop news, Victorian, victorian beauty, Victorian hair, Victorian hairstyles, Victorian inspiration, Victorian life, Victorian series, Victorian show, Victorian women, Victorian-inspired, victoriana

Smell the Roses

Rose petals for natural botanical beauty
See why rose is so wonderful for your skin and how you can incorporate it into your beauty routine with easy DIY recipes!
Posted in apothecary, behind the scenes, Book of Perfumes, florals, rose, rose petals, victorian apothecary, victorian beauty, Victorian history, Victorian life, victorian scent, Victorian-inspired, victoriana

Everyday Beauty

Victorian era women
A peek inside the Victorian lady's morning routine, and how we can bring that beauty into our everyday moments today.
Posted in Edwardian, Sarah Chrisman, Victorian, victorian beauty, Victorian history, Victorian inspiration, Victorian life, Victorian women, Victorian-inspired, victoriana, women in history

A Breath of Fresh Air

unique home gifts & accessories
A simple and fun recipe to make your own scented room spray to brighten your home and bring the outdoors in!
Posted in apothecary, Edwardian, florals, Gathering Lavender, lavender, lavender beauty, lavender perfume, Victorian, victorian apothecary, victorian beauty, Victorian history, Victorian inspiration, victorian lavender, Victorian life, victorian perfume, victorian perfumer, victorian scent, Victorian-inspired, victoriana

Tea Time! Host Your Own Victorian Tea Party

how to host a tea party
Host your own Victorian-inspired tea party and invite your guests to savor the enjoyment and elegance of an afternoon tea.
Posted in Edwardian, tea, tea party, tea time, Victorian, Victorian history, Victorian inspiration, Victorian life, Victorian tea, Victorian-inspired, victoriana

On the Moors: Inspirations from Emily Brontë's Victorian Classic

On the Moors: Inspirations from Emily Brontë's Victorian Classic
A sneak peek into the inspiration behind our popular English Fog scent blend...
Posted in behind the scenes, Emily Bronte, English Fog, historical drama, Signature Scents, Victorian, victorian apothecary, victorian beauty, Victorian history, Victorian inspiration, Victorian life, victorian perfume, victorian perfumer, victorian scent, Victorian women, Victorian-inspired, victoriana, women in history, Wuthering Heights