susan gravely in italy

Join Southern Lady and Vietri Founder Susan Gravely on a Trip to Italy!

Phyllis Lifestyle, People 3 Comments

Years ago, I met Susan Gravely, the founder and owner of the Italian tableware company Vietri. Warm, kind, and funny, she is a delightful Southern lady if ever there was one. We have so much in common, and we became best friends. This year, Susan and I are both celebrating a very special anniversary: We started our respective companies exactly …

English Cotswolds

Our Hearts Are in England

Phyllis Lifestyle 3 Comments

It’s no secret that England holds a special place in my heart. From the city to the countryside there is a theme of Old-World charm and romantic beauty that is unmatched by any other location. The breakneck pace that this world seems to run at suddenly slows to a graceful rhythm. Ravishing gardens, lush hillside, and fascinating architecture are only …

English Country Manor

This Hotel in England Was Dubbed “Good Enough for the Queen”

Phyllis Lifestyle 19 Comments

If you have been following along on Ribbon, you know good and well how deeply charmed I am with all things Great Britain. The sophistication of British life swooned me from an early age, and my dream of visiting this splendid country came true when I was 40 years old. From its picturesque streets to magnificent cathedrals, I could visit …

Roostica Cottage living room

A Delightful Way to Spend a Winter Weekend!

Phyllis Lifestyle 4 Comments

Post-holiday season is a rather strange time of year. We often find ourselves with extra time on our hands and not much going on. So, what do we do? Embrace it! A season of rest after the hustle and bustle of Christmas parties and New Year’s Eve fun is much appreciated and much needed. A marvelous idea for those uneventful …

Taste of the South

The All-New Taste of the South Magazine

Phyllis Lifestyle 4 Comments

The holiday season brings gifts, resolutions, and all things shiny and new. We’ve been busy at work here at Hoffman Media, giving Taste of the South magazine an entirely new look! I hope you enjoy this preview of the latest issue complete with gorgeous photography and more content! From the editors of Taste of the South:   With a new …

Spring in New Orleans Plantation Country

Spring in New Orleans Plantation Country

Phyllis Lifestyle 8 Comments

Spring in the south is just so beautiful, bedecked with a rainbow of blooms and a light breeze. It’s the perfect time of year, in my opinion, to stroll the estates and gardens of the New Orleans Plantation Country. Along the winding River Road between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, this unforgettable sight offers a unique look into the past. …

Turn About is Fair Play - The Ribbon In My Journal

Turn About is Fair Play

Phyllis Lifestyle 26 Comments

Well, I see my dear Sister took over the blog while I was out of town. And so many of you loved her responses! I thought it was great. When she picked us up at the airport, we went by to see the progress on the house. Wow! The talented workmen had really accomplished a lot while we were gone. …

French Style with Vintage Finds

New French Style with Vintage Finds Book Giveaway!

Phyllis Giveaway 50 Comments

I love collecting books, and if you could see my collection, you would think I am nuts. I just love surrounding myself with beautiful books that inspire me. I had the opportunity to go to Paris several years ago. I fell in love with the French style and their way of decorating and collecting. As I wandered the streets looking …