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Before the Hearth: A Cozy Winter Meal

Fill the long hours of a cold, dark winter evening with the inviting warmth and comforting glow of an intimate dinner for four. Positioning the table near the fireplace sets the scene for a cozy meal—the crackling blaze lending a gentle cadence to the friendly banter among those gathered. See more of this comforting spread, including recipes for Meyer Lemon Pudding Cake, Creamy Zucchini Pasta, and more, at the link. #victoriamagazine #bliss #winterentertaining #winterrecipes #manteldecor #winterparty

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How To Introduce Yourself

French Cottage 2024

When her childhood memories became grown-up wishes, one imaginative resident of Italy turned these former fantasies into fairy-tale interiors that exude both French charm and cheerfulness throughout her family’s longtime home. See the full dwelling in our special French Cottage issue at https://bit.ly/French-Cottage-2024.

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Nicola Bathie Mclaughlin

Nicola Bathie McLaughlin Shares Four Table-Styling Tips

Texas-based tastemaker Nicola Bathie McLaughlin's impeccable sense of style is evident, from her sparkling gems to her artfully curated home, where she entertains family and friends. Exclusively for Victoria, Nicola shares four tips for creating beautiful tableaux at https://bit.ly/nicolabathietabletips.

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The Art of Collecting

With a more subdued gleam than its silver sister, the malleable blend of tin, copper, and antimony known as pewter has been used through the ages for crafting everything from cups to candlesticks. Delve into the fascinating legacy of these timeworn treasures and other cherished antiques in The Art of Collecting, available at https://bit.ly/artofcollectingbook.

An antique wooden desk laden with stationary, tea, florals, and an open book on a stand. An antique French chair is set behind the desk with an airy curtain draped across the seat. Warm Home Decor, Writing Table, Vintage Cottage, English Cottage, Quiet Time, Gorgeous Design, Jane Austen, Country Life

Moments of Solitude

Take a seat among pretty papers and fragrant blooms and let thoughts spill from heart to hand as you reconnect with a much-missed friend through a handwritten letter. Discover more ideas for spending the day in the bliss of one's own company at https://bit.ly/3bXvEbA.

Snowy Milk Glass

As elegant as a landscape resting silently beneath fresh frost and with patterns as unique as the individual flakes that fall gracefully from the heavens, these alabaster treasures have remained icons of style since their debut long ago in Europe. Learn about snowy milk glass at http://bit.ly/35ujKVa.

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Mercury Glass Candlesticks

The Art of Correspondence

In the first weeks of this new year, we resolve to strengthen our connections with loved ones through the elegant and cherished custom of correspondence. Having a serene spot for penning handwritten letters makes this practice all the more delightful. Find inspiration at https://bit.ly/3HFcLwf.

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High Tea Food

Thanksgiving Gathering

October/November 2022

No matter the size of the Thanksgiving gathering, a warm cuppa and delectable bite-sized fare welcome grateful repose, and perhaps remind us that even the smallest delights are worth celebrating. Find recipes from our harvest teatime at https://bit.ly/3CKphZe.

The Art of Tea - Victoria Magazine

The accoutrements associated with the ritual of taking tea are often as sublime as the beverage itself, especially when it comes to the artisanal boxes made for storing these precious leaves. Learn more about these collectibles in our book, The Art of Tea, available at https://bit.ly/38G1ZS7.

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Fall Flourishes - Victoria Magazine

As nature’s color palette fully embraces autumn’s brilliant spectrum, join in the revelry with creative ideas that showcase the foliage of the season and make lovely displays for entertaining. Gifts mean even more to the receiver when thoughtfully wrapped with leaf-motif paper and tags. Find more seasonal inspiration at https://bit.ly/3fuEOT3.

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Letters from Victoria: For the Love of Books

French philosopher René Descartes once said, “The reading of all good books is like a conversation with the finest minds of past centuries.” Those who gather as part of a book club extend this discussion to the minds around them. Our readers share their tales of gathering the book club and discovering themselves in the process at https://bit.ly/3Q1lJ8A.

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New Traditional Decor

Victoria Magazine - July/August 2022

In near everlasting elegance, Rose Medallion china draws its breath from the beauty of nature itself. Loveliness is painted on its porcelain face in shades of summer and the colors of cherished blooms. Discover this collectible's enchanting history and most alluring displays in our July/August issue at https://bit.ly/3w0W2xj.

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Vibrant Interior

Beauty Culture

French Country Living Room

French Cottage 2022 - Victoria Magazine

Positioned among the vernal surrounds of France’s wine province, Château de Vaulx is banked with lush vegetable gardens and stunning panoramic views. Its stately Burgundy stone façade preserves the nineteenth-century castle’s traditional grandeur, but a glance within reveals a colorful renovation bringing new life and luxury to center stage. Tour this vibrant interior in our newest special issue, French Cottage, available at https://bit.ly/3Ou7Oam.

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Carl Larsson

They Left

Arts And Crafts Movement

Vibrant Life, Visionary Surrounds

In the quaint town of Sundborn, Sweden, artist Carl Larsson's legacy lives on in the characterful abode he and his wife created together, each room and piece of furniture situated exactly as they left it. Step inside this vibrant interior at https://bit.ly/3i8SJuc.

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Patriotism in Patchwork - Victoria Magazine

Quilt expert Suzanne Hardebeck’s antique coverlets present a cozy portrait of Americana—the timeworn threads binding generations of seamstresses whose heartfelt stitches evoke an enduring sense of nostalgia. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3dNB2Od.