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Weekend Thoughts

June 21, 2015 2 min read 10 Comments

Happy weekend! The week flew by, I can't believe it's already the weekend can you? What are some of the most beautiful parts of your garden that you enjoy?

Red & White Check Antique French Enamelware

June 16, 2015 2 min read 10 Comments

A few weeks ago, something Red & White and French captured my heart. Read more...

Summer Wedding Shower in the Garden

June 15, 2015 2 min read 13 Comments

Summer months are filled with so many gatherings ~ graduations, weddings, showers, BBQ's and more. This past weekend, one of my daughter's hosted a wedding shower in our garden read more...

FrenchGardenHouse Lobster Salad: What to Make for a Summer Dinner

June 09, 2015 2 min read 12 Comments

It seems incredible that it's already summer, did spring fly by for you, too? After our boat picnic for my husband's birthday with the family, I served FrenchGardenHouse Lobster Salad for dinner. Read more…..

Birthday Boat Picnic

June 08, 2015 3 min read 9 Comments

Summer is officially here on the California coast this weekend, we spent a glorious few hours on the water in the harbor of Newport Beach. Our family got together to celebrate my husband's birthday

8 Things To Do This Summer: What's on Your Bucket List?

June 05, 2015 4 min read 11 Comments

Every summer I make a list of things I want to do during the carefree summer months. Do you? Read more…..

Secret Life of Antiques: Heirloom Antique Appenzell Embroidery

June 03, 2015 2 min read 9 Comments

There are some things that make my heart skip a few beats, amazing hand embroidery is one of them. Appenzell Embroidery is exceptional. Read more…..

Eleven Essential Accessories for Living the Good Life Al Fresco

June 01, 2015 2 min read 10 Comments

Is there any better way to spend an afternoon or evening together than to entertain al fresco? Here are my favorite ways to add some summer fun to your entertaining style and outdoor table settings. Read more...

Secret Life of Antiques: Victorian Shell Work

May 30, 2015 3 min read 13 Comments

Summer is almost here! I can't wait to refresh my living room and dining room's look to reflect the carefree, more casual feel of summer. Read more...

Whats New: French Antique Glass

May 26, 2015 2 min read 7 Comments

Avid antique glass collectors know, there are many different kinds of glass to collect. With all of the wide varieties of antique glass, many collectors choose to specialize in a particular type of glass to collect. Luxury glass, but also every day, useful glass from centuries past.

Meet Interior Designer Wanda S. Horton from North Carolina

May 20, 2015 5 min read 16 Comments

The principal of an award-winning interiors practice, Wanda S. Horton knows the key to keeping interiors fresh is by bringing forth historical, classic elements, while being ever mindful of which trends should be incorporated or left behind. Read More...

Paris? Or Provence?

May 19, 2015 1 min read 6 Comments

Do you adore the glamour and elegance of Paris? Paris is always a good idea...Or, are you a French Country fan at heart? Read more…..

Secret Life of Antiques: Assiettes Parlantes : France's Charming Talking Plates

May 05, 2015 2 min read 8 Comments

Inspired by the French love of humor Assiettes Parlantes, or "talking plates" are French transfer ware plates with French sayings on them. Some of the most collectible illustrate the life of a French hero or heroine, such as the plates depicting Napoleon or Jeanne d'Arc. Read more….

Guest Post for Phyllis Hoffman DePiano: History of Antique Silver Bridesbaskets

April 30, 2015 1 min read 3 Comments

I am thrilled to do a guest post on Phyllis Hoffman DePiano's blog The Ribbon in My Journal today about the history of Bride's Baskets…please join us and please leave a comment, I hope you enjoy learning about these antiques as much as I do! Read more….