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| SOUNDS OF A REGENCY HOLIDAY Before the days of DJs and digital song downloads party goers enjoyed dancing and music consisting mostly of piano, violin and flute arrangements. According to Regency experts and letters from Jane Austen herself, Regency-era revelers celebrated Twelfth Night (or Christmastide), the culmination of twelve days of merriment, beginning Christmas Day, with feasting, games, gift-giving, and music. Click the links below to read about and hear some sounds of the season during that time: 
DECK THE REGENCY HALLS
With nary a twinkle light or motorized Santa in sight, Regency ladies and gentlemen still managed to adorn their homes with beautiful d�cor, using mostly fresh greenery, candles, and colorful fruits, that radiated a glow of holiday splendor. Follow the links for pictures depicting holiday finery during Regency times, as well as details about the yule log tradition that many still practice today.
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REGENCY FUN & GAMESBefore the days of smart phones, gatherings consisted of lively banter, crafting activities, and parlor games to help pass the time. Take a trip back to those simpler times with these Regency-friendly activities, including details about the Snapdragon game that�s played in When Sparks Fly. After all, nothing says fun like plucking raisins out of a bowl of burning brandy and eating them, at the risk of being burnt!
Regency Silhouette Christmas Ornament Instructions
 FESTIVE FOODSTry your hand at some of these Regency-era recipes to delight your visitors during the holiday season! While in the kitchen preparing goodies for friends and family, reflect and give thanks for modern-day conveniences like electric mixers and microwaves. Click the recipe cards to enlarge.  
 
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