One of the many activities that takes place during Dickens on the Strand in Galveston, Texas is the Grand Victorian Tea Reception. Get ready for A Victorian Tea and Fashion Show. A Victorian Tea and Fashion Show The tea was held on a Saturday afternoon in December at Lasker Inn, a stunning Greek Revival mansion. I had offered to take photographs of the event and went over the evening before to familiarize myself with the layout. A few other lovely guests were in attendance. This ... View the Post
A Dickens Era Themed Tea
My friends, it is hard to believe that today is November 1st. In just one month I will be attending A Dickens Era Themed Tea. A Dickens Era Themed Tea My truly talented friend, Cheryl, will be hosting the Grand Victorian Tea Reception in Galveston, Texas. The tea is held every year at the historic Lasker Inn during the Dickens Festival in Galveston, Texas. The tea will take place from 3:30 pm to 6 pm. Period costume is encouraged, but not required. Reservations can be made HERE. The ... View the Post
Happy Halloween From A Provencal Gal
Happy Halloween From A Provencal Gal dear friends! Do you have any spooktacular plans? I thought you might enjoy seeing the outtakes from the Provencal Gal photo shoot. As many of you know I never take myself too seriously. It's much more fun to try and make my photographer laugh. (In this case, it was Sweet Guy who totally screamed with delight!) Happy Halloween From A Provencal Gal Our local park, where I often go for a photo shoot, had a 5k graveyard run. We took advantage of the props ... View the Post
Sunday Smiles October’s Gentle End
We finally have gotten a reprieve from the continuous rain. It's so delightful to have a bit of sun and Sunday Smiles October's Gentle End. This article on making the most of small kitchens has me puttering around my own hearth today. Sunday Smiles October's Gentle End I loved this post on owners and their dogs. Happy Wreaths Do you need a bit of a brightener for your front door? Here are 20 great wreaths. Number 18 made me smile. A Royal Jewel Box A selection of Marie Antoinette's ... View the Post
Annual Costume Challenge 18th c. Provencal Gal
Welcome to the reveal of the Decor To Adore Annual Costume Challenge 18th c. Provencal Gal. Annual Costume Challenge 18th c. Provencal Gal This costume was my most ambitious project to date. I wondered if I could sew a chemise, quilted petticoat, Caraco (jacket), scarf, and apron in just three weeks? Would I be able to create all of the historical accessories on a budget? I must be crazy right? In fact, I think they wrote a song about it. Sing with me... Bonjour, bonjour! Look ... View the Post
18th Century Provencal Accessories
This is our last fashion post before tomorrow's costume reveal. Today we will cover 18th Century Provencal Accessories. 18th Century Provencal Accessories With any historic costuming era I believe it is the accessories that can make or break an outfit. In this case, they truly add a certain je ne sais quoi. Hat The traditional bergère hat is truly synonymous with French Provencal historic costuming. I have previously written about the history of the bergère HERE. The hats ... View the Post
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