This coming Saturday is Valentine's Day. It makes my heart so happy that there are now so many ways to celebrate love on this special holiday. Recently, we had some houseguests arrive for a visit at lunch time. They were warmly greeted with A Galentine Tea Party. A Galentine Tea Party The weather that day was decidedly overcast and drizzly. So I set up a cozy welcome in the kitchen. The tablescape began with a small vintage tablecloth that featured lovely cross stitched ... View the Post
A Peacock Colored Regency Spencer
During the recent snowmagedon I kept warm by working on A Peacock Colored Regency Spencer. It was made from lovely wool that must have been delicious. Project Inspiration I wanted to use up some peacock colored wool that I have had in my stash forever. So I turned to Pinterest. This lovely wool and silk spencer features wonderful satouche details. Alas, I did not have enough wool for a collar. A beautiful pink worsted wool Spencer. A beautiful felted ... View the Post
Exhibit of Emma and Pride and Prejudice Costumes
This past Saturday the Jane Austen Society of North Texas hosted Celebrating Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday in Fashion. The event included a talk by esteemed Regency era historian and author Hilary Davison as well as an Exhibit of Emma and Pride and Prejudice Costumes. Exhibit of Emma and Pride and Prejudice Costumes I arrived early at the AMA to photograph the costumes. They are temporarily on loan from NBCUniversal Archives & Collections. The free museum exhibit, Dressed for ... View the Post
Easy Low Cost Valentine Centerpiece
Hello sweet friends from a very cold and snowy Storybook Cottage. I think something cozy and cheerful is in order. Let's make an Easy Low Cost Valentine Centerpiece. Today I am inspired by a Pinterest Challenge hosted by my talented friend Cindy; of County Road 407. If you are visiting from Our Southern Home let me say "Welcome to our home!" Pinterest Challenge This month, the challenge was to create a fun seasonal centerpiece. Our inspiration photo comes from the talented Kate at ... View the Post
Friday Favorites The Long Winter
Hello sweet friends. I think much of the U.S. is preparing for an artic blast. We are ready here at Storybook Cottage and plan to stay safely at home. Here's to Friday Favorites The Long Winter. Over on my Facebook I posted this image and invited others to leave their tips in the comments. It has made for some smart reading. Just click HERE to see the tips. Friday Favorites The Long Winter I made a big pot of chili and a pan of gluten free cornbread last night. Today at lunch I ... View the Post
1750s Casaquin Jacket
Hello sweet friends! This post will be part of an ongoing historical fashion project in celebration of the 250th anniversary (Semiquincentennial) of the Declaration of Independence (July 4, 2026). Today I will be sharing a newly sewn 1750s Casaquin Jacket as well as 18th century undergarments. What Might Martha Washington Wear All over the United States there will be many events to celebrate the Semiquincentennial branded as America250. I will be giving a presentation featuring ... View the Post
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