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About Stephanie Perry

Stephanie P. is a writer, editor, and blogger. Her secret shame is dystopian YA fiction. You can find her wherever the books and food are.

The Best Books for Vintage and Thrift Store Shoppers

I’m a pretty serious thrift store shopper — I do more clothes shopping at Goodwill than any other store, and I owe my extensive holiday sweater collection entirely to thrift stores. You can save some serious cash on high-quality stuff in good condition if you know what to look for. And if you’re willing and have the know-how, you can make vintage clothes from a thrift store fit you perfectly with simple alterations. Thrift stores are a great place to find furniture and housewares, too. Sometimes it takes a little imagination to see the potential hiding under an ugly coat [...]

2023-04-07T12:19:31-07:00March 23rd, 2016|Tags: , , , |

3 Reasons Why Tudor Life Might Be Better than You Think

What does a 21st-century person need to know about how to be a Tudor? When people think about life in Tudor-era England (basically the 16th century), they often imagine the extremes — either the glittering wealth and lavish courts of King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I, or a miserable medieval peasant’s grim existence. But, as historian Ruth Goodman explains in her new book How To Be a Tudor, there were many people in between. Farmers owned land and raised animals, skilled tradesmen made beautiful and high-quality handmade goods, and the monasteries offered employment, community, and social welfare. And Goodman [...]

2016-12-31T17:58:01-07:00March 17th, 2016|Tags: , , |

The Best Irish Cookbooks for St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day is Thursday, March 17, but don’t think that means you’re stuck with lukewarm green beer and soggy corned beef! These charming Irish cookbooks, full of glorious photos, will inspire you with plenty of ideas for an Irish feast, ranging from traditional dishes to creative seafood and hearty pub fare. Or you could bake up a loaf of soda bread with this handy mix and slather it with salty butter and jam for a cozy Irish afternoon tea. Enjoy the tastes of Ireland with these St. Patrick’s Day cookbooks! Clodagh's Irish Kitchen: A Fresh Take on Traditional Flavors [...]

2016-12-31T17:58:03-07:00March 9th, 2016|
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