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Celebrating Jane Austen’s birthday today with ribbon roses…

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Celebrate Jane Austen’s birthday with me! I thought I’d share something out of the archives today: an old-fashioned craft, similar to something she herself might have done to trim her own garments or accessories–Ribbon Roses.       Recently had the pleasure of doing these at a bridal shower we hosted for my future daughter-in-law. I got to teach  the ladies how to fold the roses and we spent a lovely afternoon chatting and crafting our roses. Even better, they … Continue reading →

Sharing the Love of Austen

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My favorite opportunity for sharing the love of Austen so far. In the past five years  I’ve been writing, I’ve had a lot of really wonderful ‘Austen-adventures.‘ I’ve met a lot of wonderful friends. Traveled, attended conferences, spoken, costumed and learned to dance. Even better, my wonderful, if more-than-just-slightly-crazy, family has come along for the ride with me. Not even kicking and screaming mind you, but all in for the fun of it. This week, … Continue reading →

Sometimes the Dragons Win

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There are times when I’ve been called a mite…ah…hyperfocused, and –can you imagine it–stubborn. Me, stubborn? No, that’s not remotely possible, Not at all. On more than one occasion I’ve said that our family crest should feature a bulldog rather prominently.  They certainly aren’t the cutest or cuddliest of dogs–though I do think there’s something appealing about their smushy faces. They were originally bred to grab bulls by the nose and hold on. And if you … Continue reading →

Regarding Tatzelwurms: Elizabeth’s Commonplace Book of Dragons

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During the Regency Era, women kept journals called commonplace books where they recorded things they wanted to save. Not entirely unlike a Regency era pinterest account if you think about it. If a young Elizabeth Bennet grew up hearing and interacting with dragons, no doubt that would be reflected in her own commonplace book. So here is a peek into her world, her commonplace book of dragon experiences.  If you missed the start of grown up Elizabeth’s … Continue reading →

Pemberley: Mr. Darcy’s Dragon, Ch 5

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In which we meet Longbourn, the resident estate dragon who jealously guards Miss Elizabeth’s honor. The book is available on all your favorite booksellers!   Click here to purchase on Amazon. Jane Austen’s Dragons, Book 1 Pemberley: Mr. Darcy’s Dragon Chapter 5 Bingley’s party returned from the ball in mixed spirits. Bingley declared he had never met with pleasanter people or prettier girls in his life. Everybody had been most kind and attentive to him. There had been no formality, … Continue reading →