The Nightcap
The hush of evening falls as the day’s warm breeze brushes against you in the dimming light.
And there you sit, looking out into the...
Eternal New Orleans
Photography by Kristin Reimer
New Orleans isn’t merely a place. It’s euphoria. It’s enchantment. It’s inebriation. It’s nostalgia. It’s gut-wrenching homesickness. I know the ache...
An Abundant Display
In all my years as an event and wedding designer the one tool I consistently used in creating beauty and magic was to hold...
Telling The Bees
Read Pt. 1 - The Woman Who Could Talk To Bees
Throughout history, we’ve been enchanted by bees. Vital to our agriculture and valued for...
The Life of Tolkien: On The Big Screen
John Ronald Reuel Tolkien died in 1973. Now, forty-five years later, the film Tolkien will bring him back to life onscreen. For the time being,...
Practical Magic Party Tips
All photos © Tricia Saroy
Article from the Autumn Issue #40 - Subscribe or Buy Issue
To start, pick a theme from the Practical Magic book...
Throwing a Magical Party for Kids
photography by VINCE CHAFIN
We’ve probably all witnessed a child playing more with the plain box their present came in than with the much coveted,...
A Stately Christmas House
Framed by the dark hills of green trees and moorlands, with the River Derwent flow-ing in front of its expansive lawns, a stately home...
Further Enchantments for Your Autumn Feast
Step into the enchanting world of autumnal tablescaping with captivating ideas. Drawing inspiration from 19th-century dark poetry, use vintage photos as place cards, bask...
Pumpkin Witch: The Enchanting Origins of Pumpkin Magic in Halloween Tradition...
Unearth the Magical Legacy of Pumpkin Witches: From Protective Talismans to Pumpkin Spice Blessings. Dive into the enchanting history and significance of pumpkins in our fall traditions, revealing their mystical powers and their role in keeping you safe. Join Miss Wondersmith's coven as they infuse pumpkins with white magic, ensuring the protective pumpkin spells continue. Discover the bewitching origins of your favorite autumnal flavors and traditions, and learn why Pumpkin Witches are far from "cutesy." Embrace the ancient magic that surrounds you this season.