Jennifer L. Scott, Writer-in-Residence for Victoria Magazine
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Showing posts with label Victoria Magazine. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Victoria Magazine. Show all posts
12.17.2023
12.21.2020
Welcome to a new homemaking week in the life video. Today we are exploring the business of bliss.
If there was one standout series on my channel this year, it would be my homemaking videos. Those are my favorite to make and I know many of you enjoy watching them too. In today's video I'm cooking, cleaning, and musing on how we can make homemaking blissful... even the most dreaded tasks.
I am featured alongside 6 other amazing women entrepreneurs in Victoria Magazine's annual Business of Bliss issue. The Business of Bliss in this sense is attributed to women making a living doing what they love. This certainly applies to me, but it got me thinking about homemaking. Homemaking is the ultimate career, after all. How can we make homemaking our business of bliss? Find out in today's video.
The Secret
Reframe our minds
Retune our hearts
To enjoy
Something like this.
To find beauty in
The everyday
That is
The business of bliss.
- Jennifer L. Scott
🎄 Featured in the video
Subscribe to Victoria Magazine
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e-cloth microfiber cloths JENNIFER15 for 15% off
Grove Collaborative natural cleaning products
steam mop
Dyson cordless vacuum
Long gloves + more cleaning favorites on Amazon
Candle by Alora Ambiance
🎄 What I'm wearing
Mer Sea Lisbon travel sweater
Mott & Bow jeans JLS10 for 10% off
Plush Necessities Spa Robe
Capsul block bracelet JENNIFER15 for 15% off
Earrings by SKYE Jennifer20 for 20% off
Nail polish by Londontown "Changing of the Guards" JenniferS for 25% off
Pink pom pom slippers
News
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Comment of the Week
Carla writes, "Every time I do a chore your words go though my mind. I like that you find beauty in the mundane. Merry Christmas."
Merry Christmas, Carla! Thank you for your encouragement!
Thank you for joining me today. I hope today's video inspires you to find bliss in your everyday homemaking. I'll see you later in the week for the last video of 2020.
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9.14.2020
Welcome to a new homemaking week in the life. Today we do some gardening, celebrate another birthday, and explore the art of tea.
The Art of Tea... what does it mean to you? Certainly the art lies in the choice of tea and the treats to accompany the beverage of repose. Although for me, the art of tea is more about taking the time to enjoy the meditative qualities of that glorious afternoon ritual.
I'm reading this beautiful hardcover book The Art of Tea by Victoria Magazine in today's video. I have been feasting on this beautiful book, full of gorgeous images and delectable recipes. I adore it. What a treat.
Speaking of treats... I'm making Shelby from The Queen's Cabinet's Caramel Pecan Turtles... a very easy treat to make. You can visit The Queen's Cabinet here.
The beautiful Wedgwood teapot and tea set was a housewarming gift from my mother and father in-law. I was so delighted to receive it!
The Reward
I have some rather mundane tasks,
To complete before my repose:
Dinner to cook, and tidying to do,
And then there’s laundering the clothes,
I can get through elemental chores,
Knowing well what lies before me.
For when all my tasks are checked off my list,
It’s time for a cup of tea.
- Jennifer L. Scott
I was getting tired of making the same birthday cake over and over again. (In a family of 6, we can get tired of birthday cakes easily. Ha!) So I tried out a Texas Sheet Cake this time for our son's 2nd birthday. I can't tell you how delicious this cake is. I replaced the walnuts with pecans and found the cake to be absolutely delectable. The original recipe is from All Recipes. I am also leaving a printable recipe card down below with my adjustments for your convenience.
Texas Sheet Cake with Pecans
Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 35 Min
Ingredients:
Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup water
- 5 Tbs unsweetened cocoa powder
Frosting
- 6 Tbs milk
- 5 Tbs unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 cups confectioner's sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 10 x 15 cookie sheet or jelly roll pan.
- Combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. Beat in the sour cream and eggs. Set aside. Melt the butter on low in a saucepan, add the water and 5 tablespoons cocoa. Bring mixture to a boil then remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly, then stir the chocolate mixture into the flour mixture until incorporated.
- Pour batter into the greased and floured pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- For the frosting: In a large saucepan, combine the milk, 5 tablespoons cocoa and 1/2 cup butter. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Stir in the confectioners' sugar and vanilla, then fold in the pecans, mixing until blended. Spread frosting over warm cake. (Please note: nuts may be omitted entirely or walnuts may be substituted.)
🍂 Featured in the video
The Art of Tea
Wedgwood Harlequin Butterfly Tea Pot
Wedgwood Harlequin Butterfly Tea Cups
My Robot Vacuum
The Queen's Cabinet (Tell Shelby I said "hello")
Nail polish Guarded Jewel (Londontown) JenniferS 25% off
Dress by Everlane
Block Bracelet by Capsul
French apron
Half chambray apron
I hope you enjoy today's video.
News
📍Join us for The Chic Assignment for September.
📍Take my new eCourse, Carry Yourself with Poise. There are so many amazing ladies on this course, bonding and building friendships as we rally around elegant living. Tamara writes, "I absolutely adored this course! One of the best investments I have ever made in my life. Jennifer, I would like to thank you for taking the time to create a course that is enriching. I look forward future courses."
📍Become a member of The Daily Connoisseur through the MEMBERSHIPS feature. I do one livestream as well 3 episodes of my new Vodcast (a video podcast) per month. (Link must be accessed on a computer.)
📍Thank you for your wonderful support of my new book, CONNOISSEUR KIDS.
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Comment of the Week
Shelby writes, "I was such a lazy dresser before this quarantine. I wore workout clothes 90% of the time. This year really pushed me into dressing well. Finding your channel was the catalyst! I have started wearing dresses daily and I have felt so much better about myself, and have been so much more productive. I even bought 4 new dresses to start the 10 piece wardrobe this fall!"
Dear Shelby, Thank you! How amazing! I loved reading your comment and am so glad that you enjoy the channel.
Thank you for joining me today. I hope my homemaking series encourages you in your daily tasks. I'll see you on Thursday!
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8.16.2019
I recently uncovered a treasure trove: a box of "vintage" Victoria Magazines from the mid-90s. Those of you who subscribe to Victoria will know what I'm talking about. Those issues were just pure gold for people with our Connoisseur sensibilities.
I loved flipping through Victoria Magazine as a teenager and looking at the stunning images, reading the poetry, and learning about new people and places that have all since become dear to my heart.
Uncovering these old issues brought back so many memories! I thought it would be fun to flip through an August issue from 1994, which was 25 years ago (can you believe that?). Join me for today's relaxing video as I flip through a vintage issue of Victoria. I'm seeing this one with you for the first time in 25 years.
I apologize because at some points in the video there is a glare on the page. I have learned a few things about filming the pages of a glossy magazine at night! Despite the filming issues, I thank you for joining me today and hope you enjoy the video.
Mentioned in the video: Victorian nightgowns. I love to wear these long, white Victorian nightgowns. They are my favorite gowns to wear at night.
If you are interested in subscribing to Victoria Magazine, click here.
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News
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Comment of the Week
Unknown writes, "This blog, especially your videos on homemakers biggest enemies, have revolutionized my life. Literally I have found myself a completely different person as I go about my housework each day. I no longer look for “the end result”, but I enjoy the process. I no longer dread the work and this has helped me not to procrastinate. As a result, my house is cleaner, but I am less tired. Seems strange but it’s true. Amazing! I just started reading your book, at home with madame chic. So so great. I am recommending it to everyone I know! A big thanks to you. Please keep the videos coming."
Dear Unknown,
I was thrilled to read your comment and am so glad that my books and videos have impacted you in such a positive way. Wonderful!
Thank you for joining me today. I hope you enjoyed this flip-through and I would love to hear your thoughts on this vintage Victoria Magazine.
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