A beautiful day for a drive!
Happy Thanksgiving! Here is the scene outside the shop today. What a joyful way to start the holiday season. My own mare, Betty, is a Belgian just like the handsome boys in the photo; I must teach Betty to drive. There’s nothing prettier than a horse-drawn carriage, is there?
It feels like winter here today, and I’m ready for it. I love cold weather; I love cold weather clothes and food. For Thanksgiving I made a flourless chocolate cake from the new Nigella Lawson cookbook we’re selling at the shop. It was devine. I can’t wait to try more of her recipes. They’re easy, comforting, and delicious. Even the men in my family like these dishes, and that’s not an easy trick.
We have a large selection of newly released interior design books available by such great designers as David Easton, Chris Madden and Alexa Hampton. One of my favorites is a compilation of articles featured in Town and Country magazine entitled At Home with Town and Country. This photo sums up the true spirit of English country style:
Here is the Duchess of Devonshire (now Dowager Duchess of Devonshire) feeding her beloved chickens — in a gorgeous designer suit! This book is such an inspiration for creating a meaningful, authentic home; what a great gift it will make. Our library is full of such books, so come and browse to your heart’s content.
Once again we have handmade Austrian ornaments for sale. The handpainted eggs start at just $9.50 and make wonderful hostess gifts. The handpainted glass balls start at around $25.00 and are a truly special addition to the family Christmas tree. We had one design made just for us this year, Mr. Fox in a snowy scene ($32.00).
Things do sell out quickly in our small shop, so please visit or call us with product inquiries or special orders. As always, gift wrapping is free! We also ship directly from the shop to any location in the U.S.
Take care, and we hope to see you soon!
