Escape the stress and strain of daily life in a space of your own. All it takes is a little imaginative decorating and "emotional furnishings" devoted to your personal pursuits. For example, you might put a basket with stationery and a pen next to the sofa, or install a cushioned window seat for solitary reverie. Bedrooms and baths emphasize grace ...
In these pages, readers will meet women who, with little inventory and big dreams, created a niche in the retail market to own a shop of their own. Full color.
Victoria the Business of Bliss is a dream book, an advice book, a how-to book and a reference book all rolled into one. It provides inspiration for women with ideas for businesses, and profiles those who have turned their hobbies into careers.'
No one knows how to create a beautiful home better then the editors of Victoria magazine. In From Heart and Hand they have gathered together their favorite craft ideas -- ideas that transform ordinary into charming, run-of-the-mill into unique, and functional into beautiful. Some of the crafts are traditional -- drying flowers, needlepoint, ...
Profiles of homeowners who have decorated their homes in white highlight expert guidance in decorating and personalizing every room in one's home using the various shades and tones of white.
Drawing on interviews with dozens of women entrepreneurs, this companion book to "The Business of Bliss" shares lessons and success stories from a variety of small business start-ups.
Breathtaking photographs provide a rare glimpse into the private abodes of designers Sheila Bridges, Nina Campbell, Rachel Carswell, Trish Foley, and 15 others. Behind every beautiful interior is a sure sense of personal vision; in these home designs we see exactly how the pros make their creative choices. From bungalows to city apartments, from a ...
Romantic country style implies serenity, classic charm, and cozy comfort. This book shows how to create the essence of this style in any home, with inspiring photos of classic kitchens, relaxed family living rooms, tranquil bedrooms, and country gardens.
With beautiful writing, exquisite art and photography, and 63 traditional recipes, this elegant volume pays tribute to the joys of teatime. This centuries-old ritual is serene and intimate, and each page reveals a special way to celebrate the occasion. Take tea (properly brewed, of course) with English savouries and sweets, and an elegant setting ...
The editors of Victoria magazine capture in full color the timeless elegance of hats. Wedding hats, fishing hats, beach hats, hats to wear to tea--all are here, along with information and advice on how hats are made, how to buy and care for them, make old ones new, personalize them, and when to wear them.
A book that praises the art of letter-writing, and conveys the idea that--regardless of one's writing skills--a sincere expression of love, sympathy, or the simple sharing of thoughts in a letter can be a thing of beauty and a joy forever.
In honor of the joy of Christmas, the editors of "Victoria Magazine" present a collection of remembrances, recipes and suggestion for making each holiday as complete as it can possibly be. Photos.
"The Quiet Center" contains original essays by award-winning, bestselling women writers that have appeared in "Victoria" magazine during its first decade. A section is devoted to beloved authors from the past, from Jane Austen to Willa Cather and Edith Wharton.
Not a traditional travel guide, this intimate introduction to France's special locales is as beautiful to look at as it is informative, such as a photo album from a French friend revealing her favorite out-of-the-way spots. The perfect gift for anyone planning a trip to France, as well as any Francophile or armchair traveler. 150 color photos.
Whether we're enjoying a morning break, a quiet afternoon respite or a soothing moment at day's end, tea is a ready indulgence. And Victoria has the ideal accompaniment to this celestial beverage. "Victoria: The Essential Tea Companion" collects the best of three classic "Victoria" books in a single completely redesigned and beautiful volume. It ...
Victoria magazine has achieved nationwide popularity, with a readership of nearly one million. Now, the magazine's editors share their expertise on arranging bouquets, creating nosegays and potpourris, pairing flowers and herbs, even designing centerpieces for weddings and holidays. Picture essays profile a wide variety of romantic flowers.
From saucy daffodils in the front hall to daisies entwined in a young girl's hair, flowers bring us joy every day. Colour photographs as fresh and comely as the blooms themselves pay tribute to these gifts from nature. Trace the meaning and language of flowers in history and mythology for moments of good fortune (lavender), congratulations (laurel ...
For anyone with a passion for tea, this book serves up a helping of literature, lore and teatime recipes. It sings of quiet moments in which to savour tea and friendship, demonstrating how to serve tea with atmosphere in evocative settings.'
More than one hundred beautiful photographs and illustrations from Victorian writers and poets provide ideas for gift giving, collecting, and gardening.
Dessert does more than satisfy the tastebuds. It's a totally sensuous experience and a source of our most pleasant memories. If you cherish the time-honored tradition of baking, whip up some sweet sensations with 100 beautifully presented recipes. Whether you want to brighten a weeknight supper, prepare something elegant and elaborate for a ...
To send a letter is to give a gift. When you handwrite a personal note, you're creating a special memory for someone--a treasure that will be appreciated and looked over again and again. Whether the occasion calls for an invitation, thank-you, joyful congratulations, or warm condolences, write one from the heart, using this beautifully presented ...
Join Victoria magazine (circulation over one million per month) in this exploration of America's most beautiful public gardens. Two-huundred-fifty color photographs capture each garden at its visual peak and are accompanied by text from well-known horticultural writer Tovah Martin.
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The Heart of England
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Victoria Magazine, Smallwood & Stewart, Catherine Calvert