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 French Christmas
Its been pretty busy here of late… the good news is our French collection is coming together and not a minute too late! (We will be closed the 27th & 28th November setting up) We had a lot of fun buying this trip and we think it shows – there is a great mix of … 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
Interior heaven…..
Over time i have noticed that the interiors i am drawn to & that i love are most often designed or owned by antique dealers. It is the texture and scale and what feels like personal details that are imparted into the space ~ my latest swoon was Richard Shapiros’ Malibu Beach house recently featured … 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
Our little sister makes her debut
Easter is just a hop, skip and jump away and so is some very exciting news that i am delighted to now share with you…. The past year has been quite a whirlwind and we have been so inspired by our travels, (especially our sojourn to New York!) AND on top of all the lovely comments & positive energy from … Read more
Countdown to Christmas….
The last few weeks have hurried by in a complete blur….now its December & you know what that means ~ its time to get ready for Christmas or Xmas, Joyeux Noel or Buone Feste Natalizie! I have found some lovely gifts for YOU or for you to give, mostly smaller Antique Decorative Pieces (see more at the shop) … Read more
A French Shipment pour vous….
Gorgeous jacaranda! After getting up at 5am to go to the flower markets with Annie this morning (thank you!) i took the poor pooch for a hurried walk around the park, the heavy rain of last night had left a lovely carpet of flowers, just beautiful… The French shipment is consuming our every minute, here … Read more
