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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

A Crackin' Good Time!

A Crackin' Good Time!
A glimpse into the fun tradition of Victorian crackers and how to make your own treat-filled party favors for New Year's.
Posted in DIY, Victorian, Victorian history, Victorian life, victoriana

A Tale Less Told

A Tale Less Told
Take a peek into the story of a Manet painting that stirred up scandal, and the artist who dared to tell a tale less told.
Posted in Manet, Victorian, Victorian art, Victorian history, Victorian life, victoriana

A Peek into a Victorian Castle

A Peek into a Victorian Castle
Take a peek into a Victorian castle as we explore the history of Mohonk Mountain House in New Paltz, New York.
Posted in shop news, Upstate New York, Victorian, Victorian history, Victorian life, 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

A Professional Beauty: Lillie Langtry & Victorian Celebrity

Lillie Langtry Victorian "Professional Beauty"

The inspiring story of Lillie Langtry, "The Jersey Lily", a bold woman who broke the mold to create her own rise to fame in Victorian society. 

Posted in inspiring women, John Everett Millais, Lillie Langtry, Victorian, Victorian history, Victorian inspiration, Victorian life, Victorian women, victoriana, women in history

The Language of Flowers

Lavender bouquet on lace linens
Take a glimpse into the tradition of the Victorian tussy-mussy, or nosegay, and learn about the intriguing language of flowers...plus, enjoy a free printable note-card to gift someone special with a lavender tussy-mussy!
Posted in Edwardian, lavender, Victorian, Victorian history, victorian lavender, Victorian life, 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

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