There is something magical about tea ~ hot, cold, it’s refreshing and relaxing. Reading Tea Leaves – 1910- by Harry Herman Roseland Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect reason to have tea in the garden. Gather up the Moms you know, girlfriends too, and make something magic happen. Set your [...]
Hello everyone! I am so happy to be able to share some of these wonderful antique French glass bottles and jars we just got in. It’s been a great afternoon for a photo shoot here in the garden, the sun shone brightly, and as you can see our lavenders are coming back in full force. [...]
French Enamelware comes in many shapes, colors and sizes. Pitchers like this were used for bathing before indoor plumbing was invented. A bowl and pitcher, like these, were a mainstay in each bedroom in a fine to middle class home, often on a special “wash stand” with a mirror. In more modest households, there was [...]
Downton Abbey has brought back our love for the charming Edwardian era. There is no reason why you can’t adopt a little of the Granthams’ inimitable elegant style into your own home! There are opportunities grande and small….start with a silver teapot & a collection of delicate porcelain teacups, or go grand scale with a pair of elegant French Bergeres, then add chandeliers, antique vanities, a lovely oil painting or two. Don’t neglect your boudoir, either, with vanities, dressing sets, even gloves and jewelry. Below are our top choices for getting that charming Downton look:
One of a Kind Designer Jewelry, especially pieces made with antique and vintage elements, remain a huge favorite for FrenchGardenHouse customers. I am so blessed to be able to work with many amazing Jewelry Artists! Thanks to you all, our collection is able to change often, offering the finest materials, sterling, gold, semi precious stones, [...]
Freshen up for Spring with Linens. Antique and Vintage Linens can bring that clean, fresh look to your home especially in Spring. Though a staple in country kitchens long ago, linen towels and napkins are finding new life lately as curtains, slipcovers and pillowcovers in every room of our homes. Many of the antique tablecloths [...]
The tradition of Globe de Mariée Display pieces began in France, in the 1800′s. It was a display for married couples, to preserve their wedding souvenirs as well as tell the story of their wedding & life together. Placed prominently in the formal dining room, it held the Bride’s Crown, or Bridal Tiara made from [...]
Jewelry designer KAREN LINDNER creates stunning pieces out of timeless treasures, antique Sterling watch fobs, French & English Sterling napkin rings, gold wax seals, precious stone strands and freshwater pearls. Karen’s coveted designs have been featured in several magazines including In Style & Brides, her jewelry is beloved and worn by celebrities. Karen describes her jewelry as [...]
I love Antiques, so it’s only natural that I love Antique Shows, right? I wanted to share a few images of the Remnants of the Past Antique Show with you. It’s held in San Louis Obispo, California, at the base of the Madonna Mountain. The weather couldn’t have been finer, sun, slight breeze, California at [...]
Tara Gasparian is a talented Jewelry Designer who creates stunning one of a kind Jewelry, using antique and vintage components. As a Jewelry Designer Tara is influenced by art, exotic far away places, and all the sights and delights of her environment. Tara’s Jewelry was the very first line created by an artist that we fell in love with at [...]
