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In Easter's Basket

In Easter’s Basket

A tradition that spans centuries and unites generations, decorating Easter eggs in preparation for the beloved holiday is a sign that spring is in...
Woman in a straw hat arranging flowers on a blue-and-white table set for outdoor spring dining, with wicker chairs, striped umbrella, and garden seating on a sunny lawn.

5 Reader Reflections on Handmade Hobbies and Creative Pursuits

During springtime, diligent hands often work in the garden to bring forth fruit and flowers, but a bounty of other handmade pursuits also await...
Nell Stritch Creates Pressed Floral Art

In Bloom: The Pressed Floral Art of Nell Stritch

Famed painter Henri Matisse once opined, “There are always flowers for those who want to see them.” More true words could not be spoken...
The Cliffs of Moher rise dramatically above the Atlantic Ocean, their sheer green-topped rock faces plunging into crashing waves below beneath a wide Irish sky.

Journey Through Ireland in Our March/April 2026 Issue

  Arriving like a light, fresh wind holding the promise of warmer days ahead, Victoria’s March/April issue ushers in spring with pages strewn with vernal delights....
A garden shed adorned with blue-and-white chinoiserie pieces and winter greenery.

Revitalizing the Winter Spirit Through Indoor Gardening

When icy temperatures silence the song of the garden fountain and flower beds rest beneath a frosty coverlet, souls are nurtured by inviting nature’s...

5 Tips to Write the Perfect Love Letter for Valentine’s Day

Amid the swoons and sighs of a whirlwind romance, love letters offer a tangible and lasting memory of the amor that will later simmer,...