THE TRUITT HOUSE EDIT
Come with us as we tell meaningful stories of preservation, restoration and hospitality. Explore Suffolk, Virginia’s rich history and share in our favorite experiences at The Truitt House.
A Barn, a Wreath, and the Start of Christmas
The season doesn’t start with the lights or the shopping for me—it starts the night our Garden Club meets in the barn with clippers, ribbon, and an armful of greens. By the time everyone arrives, the long tables look like the forest floor—magnolia, cedar, pine, holly—and the whole place smells exactly like December should. We bring what we can from our own yards, our neighbors’ yards, and maybe even from behind the church if the branches were generous that year. Warm coats, work gloves, and a little good gossip complete the scene.
The Hostess, the Guest of Honor, and the Caftan That Made the Night Easy
A closer look at why the hostess dress matters—not as a trend, but as a quiet little secret that can change the way you move through an evening. When you feel comfortable and beautiful, the whole tone of the gathering shifts. Here’s how I think about choosing pieces that make hosting feel effortless.
From Fellowship Hall Punch to Entry Hall Prosecco: The Baby Shower Grows Up
Once we gathered in the fellowship hall with mints in crystal dishes. Now we gather in the entry hall with prosecco on the sideboard. The details have changed, but the heart of the baby shower—the way a room softens around a mother-to-be—remains as familiar as ever.
Borrowed Daughters and Thanksgiving Tables
A borrowed daughter, a dish room adventure, and a Thanksgiving centerpiece made from magnolia and memories. Today I got to be “Dear Mom” for Cassidy as she prepares to host her first family holiday—and my heart felt full in all the best ways.
My Forest Walk Dinner Party
For me, it’s never just about what we’re serving — it’s everything around it. The light, the scent, the sound, the people you love. That’s the magic you can’t fake.