The French Accent.
Why do we love all things French?
Be it the French Twist
French Fry
French Braid
French Toast
(which I had this morning for breakfast!)
etc.
The French Connection seems to be strong and attractive!
In looking around my house this morning, I was amazed at the French Influence
that exists here. I started taking pics and had to stop. I look like an addict!
For starters, in the kitchen I have my "Bon Appétit" sign!
(Serious French lovers, it is SO irritating that the accent is missing over the "e".
Debbie at Confessions of a Plate Addict and I lament over that constantly!)
Little French ads purchased from the bouquinistes along the Seine in Paris
are in the kitchen by the pantry.
A favorite poster by Monet on the coast of the Atlantic by the back door.
Also by the back door.
More French ads.
A favorite - Guy Buffet lithograph of a café in Provence.
Love the clothing, berets, lace collar etc.
Another Guy Buffet lithograph at Hôtel Mistral.
Love the men playing boules!
Some scenes from Mont Blanc at Chamonix!
The laundry room - my setting for my French Garden!
I love this tin wall-hanging on enamelware.
A friend gave it to me....she had no idea what
it said, but loved the French and knew I would, too.
Love using framed black & whites from trips.
Fun, nubby, French postage stamp pillows.
(and a toile pillow I made some time ago.)
The oldest thing I own - a French
book from 1775 bought from a
bouquiniste along the Seine.
Some old French books (turned outward)
from a former student's parent. Nice
texture under the finial.
The ever-popular French writing on fabric.
A little "franglais" - French & English.
Guess what - I've got more, but this is insane.
I didn't realize how strong the French influence is in my decorating.
I'm going to stop for now.
I think I'm an official "French-a-holic"!
Blessings to you!
Linda
I'm joining:
Between Naps on the Porch for Met Monday
A Stroll thru Life for Tabletop Tuesday
Savvy Southern Style for Wow Us Wednesday
The Brambleberry Cottage for Time Travel Thursday
No Minimalist Here for Open House
French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday
The Brambleberry Cottage for Time Travel Thursday
No Minimalist Here for Open House
French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday
23 comments:
I love it all and the pillows are excellent.
I love it all. Your home is just stunning and all of your french touches are just perfect. Thanks for linking to TTT. Hugs, Marty
Lovely touches you have throughout your home, Linda! I was starting to get nervous that I might have caused this train of thought to take off! : ) I love that harlequin pocket with the stamped clothes pins - perfect for a laundry room.
Linda all of your French touches are divine, it is a way of life!!
I understand because I am part French!!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
Linda, you truly know how to bring the French to us. Beautiful & inspiring decor.
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Have a beautiful weekend.
Hugs,
TTFN ~
Marydon
Linda I just LUV all your french touches!! Your home always looks beautiful! Martina
Linda,
LOVE those awesome looking pillows and hey...I have that same harlequin pattern on a cone:) Hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Blessings,
Linda
Salut Linda! Tu sais bien que j'adore tout ce qui est français et tu en as une belle collection! Et quant aux accents...grrrr (c'est du français?) A lundi!...Debbie
Love it all especially the old French book!
Love it all!! I need more Frenchy things. Found you via Between Naps on the Porch and have become your newest follower. Pop on over for a visit if you get a moment. Tootles, Kathryn
http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com
Hi Linda! Oh, everything is so beautiful! I love all of your artwork and those pillows! Those little wooden clothespins are darling in the tin!
Now you'll be riding around on your bike, with a cute little beret on your tiny head, sweater tied around your neck and a long loaf of homemade bread under your arm! :)
Be a Frenchy sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Ooooh, la la! I'm lovin it all. Stopping by from Savvy Southern Style. Come visit me on my blog soon!
ciao
A little Frenchiness is good for us all, Linda.....Alot is even better! lol! I love the way you've scattered France throughout your home. It's all done very tastefully and beautifully! :)
xoxo laurie
Wow, this looks so lovely. I would love for you to stop by My Dream Canvas. Take care Anu
How cute...Frenchaholic! I think I may be a "aholic" on way too many things! Love all your pretties!
Hi Linda! Thanks for your sweet comments on my blog today! In answer to your questions; I stenciled the No.3 on that stool. For the Mod Podge technique, go to my July posts and look for "French Flower Pots". I gave the entire tutorial there. It ended up being quite the popular post! lol! Have fun making them - and let me know if you have any questions! :)
xoxo laurie
It's ALL fabulous! But, I especially love the large wooden finial on the old book pages!!!
Thanks for linking to the party. Be sure to come by and see yourself featured tonight. ;)
Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/
I love all your French touches.
I can't get enough Frenchiness either! C'est tres chic! Thanks for sharing, my favorite are the pillows.
Hey at least you know what you like, right? It's all done in great taste ;) Nice to visit your blog again.
Michelle
www.newengland-style.com
You have some great French items in your home and displayed very nicely.
Love all your fabulous Frenchy inspirations and finds!!! So lovely! Thanks for sharing this at Feathered Nest Friday! :)
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