Rose Cake with Gossamer Webs
I grew up in the sprawling countryside where all manner of flower grew bright and wild and an orb weaver spider found her way...
Gold Fairy Glow
“What difference is there between a glass of absinthe and a sunset?”
—Oscar Wilde
I call this DIY green-gold herbal libation the Gold Fairy in homage...
The Secret To Wild Plants
Sometimes when you’ve been doing something for a while, it can be easy to forget where you started. Every now and then, someone comes...
Making Candle Scents Last
Some fragrances last longer than others, and it depends on the type of fragrance that you choose.
For example, fruity, citrusy scents are light and...
Your Hygge Checklist
• Start with pillows. Lots of fluffy, soft pillows. These can be used to take drowsy naps or to start giggle-inducing pillow fights, if...
Vaughan House Greenhouse
Photography by Steve Parke
Last summer a few of us from your favorite magazine—yours truly, photographer Steve Parke, art director Lisa Gill, and Lisa’s gorgeous...
Bringing The Outdoors In
Living in the forest, in the mountains, or along the beach is a beautiful way to connect with the sights and sounds of nature.
But...
The Illuminati Ball
Photography by MARK SHELBY PERRY
Imagine if you will: You arrive from New York City, blindfolded, at a country manse on a wooded lake somewhere...
Ancient Cheesecakes with Bay, Elderberry, and Honeyed Figs
According to archaeologists, some of the very first cakes ever made were simple concoctions of soft goat cheese, honey, and sometimes a little bit...
At Home: A Decadent Decor
When I think about decadence and decor, an image springs to mind of the Chelsea Hotel in its heyday. I remember the red velvet...