“Christmas is a season for kindling the fire for hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart.” – Washington Irving Wow. Stephanie Carper Feltner's parents and I went to Richmond's Jefferson Hotel for a champagne brunch as a start to the Christmas season. It is a Richmond ... VIEW POST
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The Jefferson Hotel: Christmas magic!
18th Century Design: Origin of Chic!
"A room should never allow the eye to settle in one place. It should smile at you and create fantasy." - Juan Montoya. Where do you look for home decorating inspiration? The cable networks are full of home renovation ideas, many costly and unrealistic. The original inspiration still exists, and ... VIEW POST
Mum’s the LOOK!
"I am so glad that I live in a world where there are Octobers." L. M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables Have you decorated your porch yet? One of my favorite fall traditions is picking out mums to add a pop of color to my front porch and back patio. If you maintain them properly, mums should ... VIEW POST
It’s Fall Y’all!
“I'd say the first thing you need is … a pumpkin.” — Cinderella Yesterday was chilly with heavy rains; the windy tropical storm conditions advertised (fortunately) never materialized so I headed out to pumpkin shop. I was surprised at the many colors and designs of this fall's bounty. If orange ... VIEW POST
Shenandoah Chic!
"There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort. Nobody can be more devoted to home than I am." from Jane Austin's 'Emma'. This quote sums up the vibe at Barry and Deborah Carper's lovely Winchester home. When the blog was named Shenandoah Chic, it was the Carper's ... VIEW POST