The Journal

Notes on Craft & Ritual

Stories on heirloom craft, entertaining rituals, and the art of gathering - from the world of La Maison Eterna.

The Symbolism of Silver in Diwali: Prosperity, Purity, and Protection

From Dhanteras and the Samudra Manthan to Vastu and modern chemistry, why silver holds a special place in Diwali, and how to choose it we...

Most gifts get used up. Silver gets handed down. Why silverware still makes the perfect gift, and what separates a good piece from the rest.

German silver contains no silver at all; silver plate wears a thin layer of the real thing. How the two differ, how to tell them apart an...