A compilation of short essays, musings, and reflections written by experts and celebrities from all walks of life--including Garrison Keillor, Erica Jong, Harold Bloom, and Suze Orman--this book comprises a veritable instruction manual on how to turn 50. All royalties will be donated to cancer research.
The author of Cherished Objects, dubbed by the Chicago Tribune "the Queen of Victoriana", returns with the first book in her new Victorian Cupboard series of Small Treasure cookbooks. The book features authentic recipes for 18 Victorian cakes, cookies and pies, plus reproductions of vintage trade cards and product labels. 50 full-color ...
A celebration in words and images of Victorian love and courtship, this exquisite volume features never-before-published and rare ephemera as well as original photography, accompanied by thoughtful, evocative prose and poetry. A beautifully conceived homage to romance. 175 full-color photographs and illustrations.
The second volume in the Victorian Cupboard series celebrating the delights of the Victorian table. Allison Kyle Leopold shares 18 for Plum and Apple Jam, Peach Butter, Crystallized Fruit, Watermelon and Sweet Ginger Pickles, and others, in this charming follow-up to Victorian Sweets. Includes fascinating anecdotes and 50 full-color period ...
Leopole offers 18 authentic recipes for ices, ice creams, and thirst-quenching drinks. These original recipes include culinary lore and notes that explain unfamiliar ingredients and adjustments for the conveniences of a modern kitchen. Part of the Victorian Cupboard series. 40 full-color images culled from Victoian postcards and magazines.
The author offers readers new glimpses into the past, tips on collecting and decorating, and information on the what, now, and why of the late-19th-century home and society. A source guide lists museums of Victoriana and other valuable resources for collectors. More than 300 full-color illustrations.
Visit old-fashioned gardens with Leopold, an expert on all Victoriana. In the first section of this book, she explores the romantic conventions of the era, from picturesque social customs to furnished gardens. The second section covers period specialty gardens: moonlight, children's, fairy, pansy, Shakesperean, Japanese. Also includes a source ...
Two of the most important elements that make a wedding magical are the flowers and beautiful cake - which serves as both a delicious finale to the meal and a symbol of the couple's new life together. With breathtaking photos and expert advice, this richly romantic guide provides innovative ideas for making a stylish statement with both. Pore ...
From the small, precious bridal bouquet to table centrepieces to garlands bedecking the reception hall, fresh flowers play a large part in creating a wedding's celebratory atmosphere. Now, Victoria, in its own inimitable, richly romantic, and lushly photographed style, demystifies the process-and eases the stress-of selecting those arrangements. ...
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