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Bonjour, mes ames...I hope you're having a fabulous day!
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Ohhh my goodness...I do hope that you aren't getting sick of seeing my french studio/office. This post is the third...in a series...and it will be the "finale"! I promise! Hehe!
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My French Studio/Office...Part I
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My French Studio/Office...The Photo Tour Continues
The posts listed above...focus on my desk area and a few "French Flavored" vignettes. Today, I thought I would share the rest of my frenchy studio/office. I'll give you a photo tour around the room. Because this is a photo "laden" post...I really will try and keep my yakking to a minimum! Hehe!
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I hope that you enjoy!
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My French Studio/Office
Here we are in my little french studio/office.
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"360-degree" Photo Tour
"360-degree" Photo Tour
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As you enter into the room...my desk is just to the right of the door.
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As you enter into the room...my desk is just to the right of the door.
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I will try and give you a 360-degree...full circle... photo tour of my studio/office. Well, I'll show you at least three walls of the room...a large closet resides on the fourth wall. This is a fairly small room...measuring 10'x12'....but it's cozy! This room belongs just to moi! It is filled with all of my favorite things...so when I need a little inspiration...my frenchy studio is where I go! It's my "Calgon...take me away" getaway! Hehe!
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French Toile and a Decorative French Grate...
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Toile drapes by Waverly dress the window. The toile, sporting bucolic country scenery...in a black and khaki color palette, is called La Petite Ferme. A large, decorative metal grate...resting in the sill of the window...offers a little extra french ambiance in the studio!
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An old ladder back chair with a rush seat sits in front of the window. I just love my old ladder back chair. It has the most beautiful distressed yellow ochre finish! A large wooden chest full of treasures is sitting on the chair.
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(Because my studio has just one window, the limited light makes photographing a challenge.
A few of the photos are on the dark side...sorry!)
A few of the photos are on the dark side...sorry!)
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A gallery wall with a few of my favorite pieces is located beside the window.
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French Gallery Wall...
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A framed giclee print of a beautiful, 18th century, french lady sets the tone for the french gallery wall. A trio of decorative plates and a large framed "fleur de lis" join the group...along with a black french scroll decorative topper!
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The antique camel-back trunk was a birthday gift from my honey. This beautiful trunk has metal inserts with a black and white embossed floral pattern...it looks like toile! I just adore my antique trunk and it's great for extra storage!!!
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Well my friends, they do say that photos never lie. I must confess, for you can see it with your very own eyes...that my little french studio/office...is my "catch-all" room. Much of my "off season" decor ends up in this room. Eeeks! You will see that each and every little nook and corner is filled with "things"! Ohhh my!
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My China Cabinet...A Treasured Family Heirloom
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My china cabinet sits on the opposite wall from the desk. It really is a very large piece and as you can see...I have it filled to the brink. This beautiful china cabinet belonged to my late mother-in-law and it was her pride and joy. Some day Mary's china cabinet will be passed down to her granddaughter Danielle, but in the meantime, I will enjoy and cherish this beautiful piece!
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A full view of this side of the room.
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A French Vignette...
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Bird houses and birds, stacked decorative boxes with tassels, an olden bottle, a stately french crown, a sweet little violin, and lots of vining greenery make up the vignette atop the china cabinet.
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~A Design Tip for Making a Small Room Appear Larger~
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Do you decorate the tops of your tall cabinets?
I find that in doing so...the eye is drawn upward...bringing height to the room.
This can help a small room look larger.
~A Design Tip for Making a Small Room Appear Larger~
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Do you decorate the tops of your tall cabinets?
I find that in doing so...the eye is drawn upward...bringing height to the room.
This can help a small room look larger.
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A gold damask slip covered chair fills this corner...along with a few pillows. Can you tell that I have a "thing" for pretty pillows? They are everywhere! Hehe! A pretty french mirror, a treasured family photo, and another decorative metal grate with a candle...decorate this corner of my studio.
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The decorative french grate. I added an urn shaped candleholder to the grate...just a little more french flair.
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Treasured Family Photograph and Antique Frame...
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The little boy in the middle of this photo is my honey's grandfather. He is posing with his siblings and puppy. The frame is original to the photograph (taken about 1917). Isn't it gorgeous? It is in perfect condition...as well as the "domed" glass!
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My New Embroidered Pearl Tea Cloth
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My New Embroidered Pearl Tea Cloth
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While we are here...I would love to show you one of my new pretties. This gorgeous, embroidered with pearls...tea cloth was a gift from my dear friend Gloria from Happy To Be blog. Gloria and her husband Len came for a visit in June. We had the bestest time!!! Anyway, I love, love, LOVE my new tea cloth! Thank you, Sis!!!
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A close-up so that you can see the beautiful embroidery and all of those fabulous...hand sewn...pearl petals! This truly is one of the most beautiful pieces that I've ever seen! I can't wait to set a pretty tea with it!
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~A Few Frenchy Details~
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Just a few photos...showing some of the details around my studio.
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More Cherished Family Heirlooms...Family Bibles
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If you look closely, you will see a stack of books underneath the chair. Two of the books are very old family Bibles. The largest Bible (on the bottom) dates back to the mid 1800's...recording my honey's family history. It is just beautiful...with a very ornate, engraved leather cover. This precious Family Bible is priceless!!!
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If you look closely, you will see a stack of books underneath the chair. Two of the books are very old family Bibles. The largest Bible (on the bottom) dates back to the mid 1800's...recording my honey's family history. It is just beautiful...with a very ornate, engraved leather cover. This precious Family Bible is priceless!!!
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A Wooden Chest Full of French Treasures...
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Fabric samples, a black and white french vase, an antique frame, a brown transferware plate, old photos and antique photo albums, and a "frenchy" golden crown with an olden photo of a child and of course...a sweet little bird. A garland of pearls makes its way...in and out...and around the treasures.
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Voila! There you have it...my french studio/office!
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I hope you enjoyed the photo tour!
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I am joining these fabulous parties today...
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Thank you, dear ladies...for hosting these lovely parties for all of us to enjoy!
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Well my friends, I am so happy that you stopped by for a visit today! Please leave me a note and let me know that you were here...I would love to visit with you!
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Warmest Summery Wishes!