Springtime in Paris

Soyez bienvenus au Printemps à Paris... or ....Welcome to Springtime in Paris! Thoughts of the Eiffel Tower, flea markets or brocante's fill my mind, first; then food and wine! On my plane ride to Albuquerque 2 weeks ago, I pulled the airline magazine out of the seat pocket and what a treat to find a cover article titled "French Perfection: Searching for treasures in the flea markets of Paris." I couldn't wait to read about the author's adventure. Yes, she just helped me confirm that I would like to see it for myself. Now I know that I am a chineuse (french for "one who antiques") and I'd like to put my passion to use in the flea markets - les puces - of Paris.

French styles set the mood for unique and timeless interiors. You can add charm to the kitchen with a red and white checkered chef cookie jar / cake plate and a quirky french waiter wine holder, discover the simple beauty in the sophisticated and stylish, wrought iron wall planter that draws its inspiration from elegant French chateaus. Add mediterranean hues to the garden with this antique/iron birdbath or birdfeeder.

For more inspiration you may enjoy The New French Décor: Living with Timeless Objects or My French Life.


Visit the Essence de Provence......These french cafe canape plates will be perfect to enjoy any of these lavender treats! Just reading the recipe's makes my mouth water!



If you have a copy of Romantic Country's May/June edition there is a similiar Lavender Sorbet recipe. I think I am going to pick some of my lavender and give it a try!

Pamper yourself at the end your day with a lavender bath set. There are several to choose from. Tasmanian Lavender, gentle lavender, lavender and sage or sophisticated rose and lavender.

Don't forget to get a French tee to lounge around in...long sleeve available, too! Ohh! la la...

I hope that you have found a little bit of Paris to bring home with you.

Happy Printemps à Paris - Springtime in Paris.