How nice. It must be so much fun to change the window display for the passersby to enjoy. I love the top pedestals with the doves and the little swallow attached to the stonework wall, don't you? Clever people with green thumbs can garden anywhere.
Showing posts with label France. Show all posts
Showing posts with label France. Show all posts
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Monday, January 24, 2011
Emile Andre, Early Architect from Nancy, France
This house was designed by the architect Emile André (1871-1933) from Nancy, France. Some of his work still visible in Nancy includes the Huot House built in 1903.
I got a lot of comments yesterday when I featured the amazing entrance to this historic building and thought you'd like to know more about the architect.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Snow in the French Alps + A Puzzle
When I see a photo like this cabin in the French Alps, I can't complain about my overnight snowfall. It was about 5" of light powder. Nothing I couldn't manage. We've had 4 snowstorms so far in 2011.
INTERESTING PUZZLE: This year we will experience 4 unusual dates: 1/1/11, 1/11/11, 11/1/11, and 11/11/11. Now take the last 2 digits of the year you were born plus the age you will be this year (in 2011). The total will be 111 ~ how is this possible?
Sunday, January 9, 2011
French Pink Limonade
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Orangerie at Versailles
Still early morning at Versailles: Janey Kay via Flickr. Absolutely stunning.
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Wednesday, December 29, 2010
P-A-R-I-S in Rain and Snow
Paris is beautiful no matter what the weather.
First photo (Fountain): Flickr © Marc Benslahdine
Second Photo (Snow): Street Photography in Paris
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Laundry Day On The Coast of France
I found this beautiful photo on Pixdaus. Don't you love it?
Jour de lavage (washing day)
Jour de lavage (washing day)
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Antique Drafting Table
I have a thing for antique drafting tables. I love this one and the stool that goes with it. French, circa 1920 via restorationhardware.com
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Washing Salad Greens in A Farmhouse Sink
This photo looks like a painting. I love the stone sink in this farmhouse sink in Provence. via Happy first day of September.
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Tuesday, August 17, 2010
French Children's Rooms
Follow the link to see more delightful images of french nurseries and children's rooms.
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Thursday, July 22, 2010
A True Friend Is A Blessing
François de La Rochefoucauld, French Writer 1613-1680
"A true friend is the greatest of all blessings,
and that which we take the least care to acquire."
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Miss Liberty Standing Proud on July 4th
Enjoy your Liberty today. I scanned this image from an old Life Magazine. The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States and is a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. The Statue of Liberty was dedicated on October 28, 1886, designated as a National Monument in 1924 and restored for her centennial on July 4, 1986.
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- Crown: There are 25 windows in the crown which symbolize gemstones and the heaven's rays shining over the world.
- Rays of Crown: The seven rays represent the seven seas and continents of the world.
- Chains: Chains and a broken shackle are at the Statue's feet and cannot be seen from below. This symbolizes the Statue as a goddess free from oppression and servitude.
- Tablet: Represents a book of law.
- The tablet reads in Roman numerals July 4, 1776, the date of American Independence. (JULY IV MDCCLXXVI)
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Thursday, July 1, 2010
Chateau du Grand Luce, Loire...
Chateau du Grand Luce, Loire Valley, France A former property of the French government, Chateau du Grand-Luce’ is now privately owned and has recently undergone a $10 million dollar restoration. The chateau and its magnificent gardens have attained the status of French National Landmarks. And while it is close to numerous other chateaux of the famed Loire Valley, many guests enjoy the pleasures of Chateau du Grand-Luce’ so much that they often choose not to venture beyond the walls with its beautiful gardens and woods! This looks wonderful. I haven't been there, have you? Watch video here.
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Saturday, June 19, 2010
Givenchy Postage Stamp | France
This image makes me want to write a letter.
Two women represent the typical Givenchy style of the 50s and 60s: Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Kennedy. By furnishing Hollywood movie stars beginning in 1953, Givenchy achieved a popularity like never before. A rather sad event brought global attention to Givenchy dresses. When John F.Kennedy was assassinated, the world witnessed a mourning Kennedy family all dressed in Givenchy clothes. Jackie Kennedy ordered a Givenchy dress for the funeral, which was especially flown in from Paris. It is said, that at that time, the Givenchy atelier possessed individual patterns sheets for every female member of the Kennedy family. In 1955, he introduced separates and then the Orlon-fabric to the haute couture. His designs are elegant and refined. via google imagesFriday, June 18, 2010
Chateau de Chenonceau
Chateau de Chenonceau
"Built on the river Cher, where the unique beauty of its architecture reflects in the water, the Chateau de Chenonceau is the Val de Loire’s finial." This is definitely a must-see castle in France. Group trip?
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Chateau de Chambord - France
ChĂ¢teau de Chambord is one of the most remarkable Renaissance castles in France. The castle, completed in 1547, contains 440 rooms, 84 staircases, 365 fireplaces (one for each day of the year). It also has stables to accommodate 1,200 horses. The property is surrounded by 20 miles of walls which protect more than 13,000 acres of woods. This huge hunting reserve covers as much ground as all of Paris!
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Stormy Skies Over Tuscany
Brrr...It's a chilly April Saturday here at the cottage. I was going to teleport myself to Tuscany but I see it doesn't look any better there with that stormy sky. Actually, I don't mind the chill because I get my best work done in "San Francisco" weather. Have a great weekend y'all. See you later. Rosemary
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
French Kitchen Table With Marble Top
I love this French table with a marble top from Crate and Barrel. It would be a great kitchen island too. $1299. Crate and Barrel - French Kitchen
I have Thonet chairs like these that came with my cottage.Click orange square to subscribe via feed reader or email.
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