a Paris post…
Just back from a very quick trip to Paris – i posted a number of pics along the way via instagram but was too busy walking, talking & taking photos to do a post! I spent some very long days at Maison & Objet , always good to see what’s new, and the strong trends … Read more
a few favourite things…
So enjoyed seeing the store with fresh eyes after a few weeks away, such a nice reminder of how lucky we are to work & play amongst such a beautiful space…it’s always good to buy pieces that you love, even small things – take time and care to display them and you will surprised at … Read more
a few french finds…
It can be fun buying antiques, especially in France where there are many eccentric and quirky dealers living the dream all over the country side! We see lots of things that we love and many things that we don’t… & then there are other ‘interesting’ finds that bring a smile to my face but i … Read more
Ode to paris
Fleetingly we arrive in Paris, our schedule is busy but it is difficult not to be delighted just to be here. We are blessed with beautiful weather and the Parisians are so happy that summer has arrived in time for the Paris Plages – where the banks of the Seine are dressed with sand…. We … Read more
Something old, something new…
After the whirlwind of opening the new shop and unpacking the antiques from our latest French shipment it was fun to rediscover the ‘new’ products we found on our travels but more importantly, find a place for them! Sometimes it can be hard to visualize how well a more modern piece will sit amongst our store that is very focused on … Read more
French shipment now instore….
New French Shipment Instore! As quick as i could i have posted some pics of the French shipment now officially instore! It is a quirky collection, with a mix of both French & Swedish antiques pieces, and some fun lighting & lamps from the 60′s & 70′s. We found a number of beautiful mirrors but my favourite is … Read more
Sneak peek of our French antiques…
Just a quick post to let you know our French shipment will finally be in store this Friday, 25th may. It is hard to believe we were buying in France in winter and now it is winter here! Not many items are photographed yet, as it is always the absolute last thing to be … Read more
wintertime in france…..part II
From the outside looking in an ‘antique buying trip to France sounds trés romantic, however in reality the schedule is exhausting, especially the very early morning rises in the dark, in the middle of winter…… ~ despite this, it is always inspiring! The travel, the different faces & places, & the wonderful finds that ‘i have to have’ make it all … Read more
winter time in france….
The long days of summer feel very distant at the moment, the very short winter days in Europe are a good reminder of how lucky we are to have such a warm temperatures for many months of the year! Buying antiques in this weather can make for some hasty decisions – i hope when the … Read more
Nouvelle – French shipment coming soon…
Our container from France has finally arrived – we are busy putting together a fabulous collection of some great finds, lots to do……. Here are a few sneak peaks – if all goes smoothly we are hoping to have it in store early November – stay tuned, if you are following the blog you will be the first to know!
