I was going through a stack of old magazines, when I came across an old favorite.
Victoria magazine October 1998, which features the amazing house in a beloved movie called Practical Magic.
I had previously posted about it years ago right here.
However, I decided to take the time to share some better images, since so many of us love the movie.
The feature was a wonderful 10-page article, which I have thoroughly enjoyed over and over again over the years.
The house was built for the movie, albeit not a full house, but more of a stage house.
Nevertheless, they captured the ambience of our dreams just perfectly.
I have always loved the use of light and dark tones in the house.
From rich colors and lush rooms to lightness in the kitchen and conservatory, the ambience has inspired and drawn so many of us in.
Here are photos from the article below and in order...
I have always adored the kitchen.
As we step into August, I thought it would be a perfect time for us to gather our inspiration and tid-bits from the garden.
Taking a moment to still enjoy the last of summer upon us, whilst gathering flowers and herbs to dry for our own little Practical Magic displays to come.
I zoomed in on some of the details in the conservatory.
Oh, to actually live here...
Wouldn't that be a dream?
Here is a link to blog post I did about Practical Magic in 2009, which includes some movie stills as well.
I hope you enjoyed the article and the photos.
I loved coming across the magazine so much that I simply had to share.
May August bring you much joy and delightment.
And don't forget..
“There’re some things I know for certain.
Always throw spilled salt over your left shoulder.
Keep rosemary by your garden gate.
Plant lavender for luck.
And fall in love whenever you can.”
‒ Sally Owens, ‘Practical Magic’.
Here is what the cover of that issue looks like.
Cheers to a little magic for all of us.
See you very soon!
Love,
Vanessa
ps: This was my own pencil rendition of the Practical Magic house, which is available as a print and card in my shop.
(Also available in larger size print here )
pps: Practical Magic soundtrack here...
